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  1. 2ndchances_OT
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    Other OT-Related Information Making a Career Change from Tech to OT

    About me: F/ in my early 30s who after almost a decade in the technology industry is taking the steps to change careers into OT. I decided to make...
    Thread by: 2ndchances_OT, Feb 26, 2019, 7 replies, in forum: Occupational Therapy [ O.T.D ]
  2. Python Forever
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    How are jobs/careers (or lack of) viewed?

    This may be a bit of a typical, overthought premed question, but I have a question about how adcoms view careers, or a lack thereof. I graduated...
    Thread by: Python Forever, Jan 22, 2019, 10 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  3. currentlyapplying5392
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    Career changer with no significant career to speak of

    I am a postbac student at Columbia and currently preparing my essays for med school applications. In writing about the few years between my...
    Thread by: currentlyapplying5392, Dec 27, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  4. doctorsdoctor
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    Career Change MD to (???)

    Status: I am a doctor from the Philippines who holds a medical license degree in Philippines. I have tried various residencies in the Philippines...
    Thread by: doctorsdoctor, Dec 22, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: General International Discussion
  5. flyingbadger
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    Late Undergrad Career Change Advice

    Hello! I've never posted here before although I've read through a few threads and found some interesting advice in the past. I'm currently a...
    Thread by: flyingbadger, Dec 19, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  6. WhatAmIGonnaDo
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    Career Changer Post-bacc Programs- Chances (LOW GPA)?

    Hi all, This is my first post on SDN so I'm sorry If this is in the wrong forum. Anyways, I'm interested in SFSU's and CSUEB's career changer...
    Thread by: WhatAmIGonnaDo, Dec 1, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical
  7. tehkdi
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    Should I quit research???

    So, I wanted to get some opinions on whether or not I should quit research. I've been working in a lab since my freshman year (now a junior)....
    Thread by: tehkdi, Nov 10, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  8. ExistenceIsTorment
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    Graduating in 2 months in Applied Math, Low GPA - Need Guidance

    Hello everyone, I'm a graduating senior at UC Berkeley with a degree in Applied Math. I pursued a career in Software Engineering, buying into the...
    Thread by: ExistenceIsTorment, Oct 19, 2018, 9 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  9. Nomad
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    PANICKING during APPE rotations

    Just shy of a year from graduating from pharmacy school and feeling absolutely terrified. Most of my time on rotations has been spent watching...
    Thread by: Nomad, Sep 7, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Pharmacy
  10. soon to be doc
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    former premed, currently an RN, and want to get into med school

    Hi guys, I am new to this website and this is my first post, which I posting because I could not find advise anywhere else no the web for my...
    Thread by: soon to be doc, Aug 11, 2018, 9 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  11. PAintraining
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    PA student seeking advice

    Hi, everyone! First time posting here. I'm seeking advice on a big career switch I've recently been pondering (for the better part of most days,...
    Thread by: PAintraining, Aug 8, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Clinicians [ RN / NP / PA ]
  12. Novandi
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    Looking to change my career and go to dental school

    Hi guys so I used to be obsessed with wanting to become a dentist when I was younger. During my junior and senior year in high school I took this...
    Thread by: Novandi, Jul 27, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Pre-Dental
  13. MHK2017
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    Needing advice!!!!

    Hi, I am beginning my MSW in the fall and having SERIOUS doubts. I have worked in the mental healthcare field for over four years- a good deal...
    Thread by: MHK2017, Jul 12, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Mental Health and Social Welfare
  14. iohchang
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    Should I talk about switching from pre-opt to pre-dent in my PS?

    For my last two years of undergrad, I was pre-opt. I shadowed, did internships, and even took my OAT. After working full time at an opt office...
    Thread by: iohchang, May 10, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Pre-Dental
  15. MHK2017
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    Should I leave social work?- What’s next?

    Hi, Before I ask the quearions in the post title, let me give some background on my qualifications and career path up to this point. I have...
    Thread by: MHK2017, Apr 25, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Mental Health and Social Welfare
  16. DNooch381
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    28 year old seeking post-bacc advice

    Hi Everyone! I'm a 28 year old Sales Exec for a tech startup in NYC and after much deliberation have decided to change my career and pursue...
    Thread by: DNooch381, Apr 6, 2018, 30 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  17. CrossBreedStrength
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    What are my options with a low sGPA?

    sGPA: ~2.6 cGPA: ~3.0 (for post bac purposes) SAT: 1790 High school GPA: 3.9 unweighted I am a 1st gen. hispanic male (URM) from a low income...
    Thread by: CrossBreedStrength, Apr 1, 2018, 14 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  18. PEconsideringMD
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    MD Career Change from Engineering.. low GPA path forward

    I'm 27 years old and am strongly considering changing careers. I am currently a chemical engineer. I am very good at my job, and could be...
    Thread by: PEconsideringMD, Mar 11, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical
  19. lemusicien
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    [Canada] Switching career to Audiology in mid-thirties

    Hello there, I am a linguistics PhD, and am currently working on a non-tenure track faculty position. While the pay is decent, the job is...
    Thread by: lemusicien, Mar 10, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Audiology [ Au.D ]
  20. ralphcifaretto13
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    Career-change (CPA to MD): Post-Bacc Advice

    Hi All, I know there are many threads on this very topic but I wanted to try and gain some insight as it applies to my particular situation...
    Thread by: ralphcifaretto13, Feb 26, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  21. hinamori
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    Best route for a international career changer for psychotherapy

    Fellows, please advice on the best/shortest/most affordable way to become a licensed counsellor/psychotherapist in the US (California, Oregon, or...
    Thread by: hinamori, Feb 23, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: Mental Health and Social Welfare
  22. nontrad_lad
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    Accepted to 1 year postbac at 31 - cold feet?

    Hi there, I've been extremely lucky enough to be accepted to a top 1-year post-bac program with linkage opportunities. For a variety of reasons,...
    Thread by: nontrad_lad, Feb 9, 2018, 24 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  23. post-bacc
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    Exploring Medicine Without Giving Up Your Day Job

    A major piece of medicine is being able to connect with patients, and to address their concerns and needs accurately. While the “book” knowledge...
    Thread by: post-bacc, Jan 10, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  24. jabenson
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    Do I have the right idea?

    Hey there y’all, I graduated back in 2015 with a degree in film and no intention of going to grad school. After being in the workforce for a...
    Thread by: jabenson, Jan 5, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: Psychology [Psy.D. / Ph.D.]
  25. futureunknown11896
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    Dogs, sick parents, indecision, oh my!

    Hi. I’m a junior in undergrad and I’ve got myself in a bit of a pickle. I don’t necessarily have a “direction” from my undergrad. Here’s what I...
    Thread by: futureunknown11896, Dec 17, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Pre-Medical - MD
  26. SLG233
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    RD to PA

    Hi everyone! I've been a registered dietitian for about 1.5 years, working inpatient at a large pediatric academic hospital. I work closely with...
    Thread by: SLG233, Dec 12, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: Clinicians [ RN / NP / PA ]
  27. Niamhers
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    From Doctor Human Med to Veterinary Med, how can I do it?

    Hi, So as you can see in the title I'm looking to find out about transitioning from Medicine to Veterinary. I've found a post about doing the...
    Thread by: Niamhers, Dec 8, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: Veterinary
  28. 8YearsLate
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    Single Mom / Schedule Questions

    Hi All, I have read just about every single mom / career changer / non-trad post, but I want to follow up with some more questions and hopefully...
    Thread by: 8YearsLate, Nov 25, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  29. wrkndply
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    general surgery resident looking for research year to transition into radiology

    I'm currently a general surgery pgy1 resident. Unfortunately it took me 6 months into my intern year to realize that my professional interests are...
    Thread by: wrkndply, Nov 24, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: Physician Scientists
  30. CaptainBigTuna
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    PhD/PsyD Need advice for Social Psychology Ph.D. with Therapy

    Hi Everyone, I'm 24 right now and after a lot of self-discovery over the last 6-10 months have realized that I want to pursue a Ph.D. in the...
    Thread by: CaptainBigTuna, Nov 7, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Psychology [Psy.D. / Ph.D.]
  31. Medicinemann
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    Non-Tradtional / Career Changer 2017

    Hello everyone, I just turned 38 years old and I've been considering a career change into medicine and I had a few questions for the experts....
    Thread by: Medicinemann, Nov 4, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  32. NewToOT123
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    General Admissions & OTCAS Business to OT - Is it for me?!

    Hello all! I am looking for perspective and any insight on making a career change from the business world to OT. I graduated in 2015 with a B.S....
    Thread by: NewToOT123, Oct 18, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Occupational Therapy [ O.T.D ]
  33. Diastereo
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    Feedback on Applying - 2018 or 2019

    Moved to a better thread - the search function is your friend.
    Thread by: Diastereo, Oct 3, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  34. rpd27
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    Career Changers: I'd love to hear your stories and advice!

    The reason I ask is because I've always had my eye on veterinary school, but in undergrad, my GPA was slightly below what they desired. For that...
    Thread by: rpd27, Aug 31, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Pre-Dental
  35. rpd27
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    Difficulty of DAT after years out of college

    Hello all, I am about 3 years out of undergrad (read: especially concerned about being 6 years out of gen chem, 5 years out of orgo) where I...
    Thread by: rpd27, Aug 30, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: DAT Discussions
  36. M1-Holder
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    Counselor switching to medicine..seeking advice

    Hello all, I’m a 28 year old pre-med student in Fort Collins, CO. A little backstory… I have both my bachelors and masters degrees from Colorado...
    Thread by: M1-Holder, Aug 26, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  37. wmd95
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    technology consulting to medicine

    Hey everyone, so I recently graduated and am now working as a technology consultant at a very large technology consulting firm. I was wondering if...
    Thread by: wmd95, Aug 25, 2017, 10 replies, in forum: Nontraditional Students
  38. MedDesigner
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    PostBacc or MS - Career Changer

    BS Industrial Design Background in Biomaterials Technology, 1 semester of Physics, and 1 semester of Calc No Bio or chem, no labs. GPA: 3.6 sGPA:...
    Thread by: MedDesigner, Aug 9, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: Postbaccalaureate Programs
  39. IncognitoCats
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    Psychotherapists out there in private practice, ahoy!

    Generous people - I am navigating my way into your profession, and would love your advice on the questions in boldface below. I am 40, I have a...
    Thread by: IncognitoCats, Jul 27, 2017, 18 replies, in forum: Psychology [Psy.D. / Ph.D.]
  40. Mario_MD
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    MPH Health Management / Administration Fellowships

    Hello, I am a MD and will start my MPH in Health Management at Harvard next month, expecting to graduate in May 2018. I am considering doing a...
    Thread by: Mario_MD, Jul 25, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Public Health Degrees (Masters and Doctoral)
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