elitesnautica Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 Just wanted to let everybody know that I just recieved my acceptance letter to medical school today. I have been away from the boards abit lately, traveling to different schools for interviews and trying to finish up this last semester of school. But, now things should slow down a bit for me (at least until august) so I will have more time for the boards.Nautica dkny8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuGaRNSpIcE Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 congrats! where to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headpusher Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 congrats elite!!you deserve it!im also thinking of medical school..what school are you attending? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlp1123 Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 Congrats and best of luck in med. school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intoxikated Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 yay and congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdoom Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 Just wanted to let everybody know that I just recieved my acceptance letter to medical school today. I have been away from the boards abit lately, traveling to different schools for interviews and trying to finish up this last semester of school. But, now things should slow down a bit for me (at least until august) so I will have more time for the boards.NauticaCongrats? Where at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trigger55 Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 congrats man, good to have ya back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clubbingirl Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 thats awesome! congrats! when we celebrating? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahalomenehune Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 congratulations nautica! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elitesnautica Posted April 22 Author Report Share Posted April 22 UAMS, Arkansas - My State School.Thanks, its been alot of working closing down my business and trying to get accepted to med school at the same time. What a relief.Nautica Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headpusher Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 UAMS, Arkansas - My State School.Thanks, its been alot of working closing down my business and trying to get accepted to med school at the same time. What a relief.Nauticadid you have to go back to school to take some prerequisites?? i really wanna take the mcats and apply, but i still need to take some pre req classes...ive been very hesitant lately Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ou812 Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L46183 Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 thats good news, congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fkornre Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 congrats bro...good luck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdoom Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 did you have to go back to school to take some prerequisites?? i really wanna take the mcats and apply, but i still need to take some pre req classes...ive been very hesitant latelyI am ignorant about this topic, but I wouldn't believe that med school requires certain pre req courses. I know of people who majored in non-scientific areas such as history, getting into med school. For all I know though, i could be wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nSyNcBaBy Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 wow good for you!! thats awesome... congrats and kick ass what exactly are you going to do when you're out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elitesnautica Posted April 24 Author Report Share Posted April 24 did you have to go back to school to take some prerequisites?? i really wanna take the mcats and apply, but i still need to take some pre req classes...ive been very hesitant latelyYes, there are prereqs. These are the major areas which are required.1 year physics]1 year chem1 year organic9 hours of biologyBut, in my situation, I graduated in 94 with a business degree and had a 2 point GPA. Most med schools require a GPA of a 3 point to get in.So what I have done is in 3 years: I completed 126 hours and recieved a biology degree. AND most importantly carried a 4 point so that my orginal 2 point could be averaged out to a 3 point, in order to meet the minimum. Then of course, when I applied I explained to them that the 2 point was from 1994 so they basically over looked it.The other requirement is of course the MCAT, which is not as bad as most say.If anybody is hesitant about doing this, I say go for it. It can be done if you put your mind to it. I was in the Real Estate investment business and during this 3 years I was also working and selling off assets. Oh, and did I mention that I am 33 and have a wife and 3 children.Nautica trigger55 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahalomenehune Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 wow how did u find the time to do medical school with all those setbacks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lalate Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 Yes, there are prereqs. These are the major areas which are required.1 year physics]1 year chem1 year organic9 hours of biologyBut, in my situation, I graduated in 94 with a business degree and had a 2 point GPA. Most med schools require a GPA of a 3 point to get in.So what I have done is in 3 years: I completed 126 hours and recieved a biology degree. AND most importantly carried a 4 point so that my orginal 2 point could be averaged out to a 3 point, in order to meet the minimum. Then of course, when I applied I explained to them that the 2 point was from 1994 so they basically over looked it.The other requirement is of course the MCAT, which is not as bad as most say.If anybody is hesitant about doing this, I say go for it. It can be done if you put your mind to it. I was in the Real Estate investment business and during this 3 years I was also working and selling off assets. Oh, and did I mention that I am 33 and have a wife and 3 children.NauticaCongrats :rock:As someone who did his degreezzzz early in his life, i know how hard it is. Congrats. Dont disappear on us, ur posts are always great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
someclown Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 Yes, there are prereqs. These are the major areas which are required.1 year physics]1 year chem1 year organic9 hours of biologyBut, in my situation, I graduated in 94 with a business degree and had a 2 point GPA. Most med schools require a GPA of a 3 point to get in.So what I have done is in 3 years: I completed 126 hours and recieved a biology degree. AND most importantly carried a 4 point so that my orginal 2 point could be averaged out to a 3 point, in order to meet the minimum. Then of course, when I applied I explained to them that the 2 point was from 1994 so they basically over looked it.The other requirement is of course the MCAT, which is not as bad as most say.If anybody is hesitant about doing this, I say go for it. It can be done if you put your mind to it. I was in the Real Estate investment business and during this 3 years I was also working and selling off assets. Oh, and did I mention that I am 33 and have a wife and 3 children.NauticaCongrats, bro. Med school plus residency is a long road, but I still believe it's one of the best careers. If you want to be a doctor, there is no other career that will satisfy you. Stay focused on your goals, and remember (no bullshit from someone who knows): In the end, it'll all be worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonphi76 Posted May 3 Report Share Posted May 3 I know I'm late boo, but CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! I'm so proud of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clubbingirl Posted May 3 Report Share Posted May 3 Elite - i love those med shows ER, Greys Anatomy...how real is that shizzz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuGaRNSpIcE Posted May 3 Report Share Posted May 3 house..... so true but w alot less gore, and sometimes bussier real life is a lil more gorey, and yes people do stupid shit like the things they show on tv, unbelieveableElite - i love those med shows ER, Greys Anatomy...how real is that shizzz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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