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I graduated in December 2016 with my degree in Biology. Here are my current stats if I apply this summer: 3.9 cGPA; 3.8 sGPA MCAT: Have not taken it, but based on diagnostic test, I'm sitting at a 501.. Not good. I'm currently doing a thorough content review using Kaplan. I plan to do one...

I have experience doing clinical volunteering/patient contact through a mobile health screening van. I also have hospital shadowing experience. Is it still necessary for me to volunteer at a larger hospital? I'm already doing non-clinical volunteering (homeless shelter), clinical volunteering...

Hi! I'm a undergraduate wanting to become a pharmacist. I currently have about 2 more years til I get to pharmacy grad school. I was wondering if there were any places I could volunteer in Atlanta. I would like to gain some volunteer work experience before getting a job as a technician. I have...

Does anyone have ideas for how premed and medical students can help with refugees either in the US or abroad? Anyone know any non profits that I could get involved with?

With a somewhat lighter class schedule this semester (I'm a second semester freshman), I have been able to take on a bit more activities outside of classes; however, I've had so many opportunities this semester, I'm afraid I'm taking on too much. I work as a piano accompanist/teacher, so I...

What's up guys! So I have a lot of free time and just want to volunteer more. I'm already in the cycle and have 200-250 hours of volunteering. It's not pertinent to my app but I just want to volunteer so I'm not completely wasting my time and to give back. I've don't dental related, kids...

(Content and detail redacted to preserve anonymity) 1. (Camp-Counselor at a summer camp for sick kids) 2. (Volunteer at pediatric hospital - non medical duties) 3. (Working with kids with special needs) 4. (Receptionist intern in small med clinic)

Hi! I just wanted other opinions on this matter:) I don't know if I should spend the summer taking organic chemistry (which would allow me to graduate a year earlier if I wanted) or physics - OR spend my summer continuing to do research, volunteer in some different things, tutor, and hopefully...

Hey everyone! I'm currently in my sophomore year of college (1st semester) and was looking for some advice. My grades so far have been less than stellar. Despite knowing that med school is where my heart is at, i've been finding it difficult to get good grades in most of my science courses (4.0...

I will be taking the MCAT in Jan-March, first practice test I didn't do too well but I am not discouraged. I will probably be able to obtain three LOR's by the time I apply but I don't have one yet. I'll probably have a real good one from a physician across the street from me who I have shadowed...

I got a 505 on the new MCAT. This is the third time I've taken it and each time my score has improved. This cycle I managed to get one interview at the University of Vermont (I was later rejected); I haven't heard back from most of the schools after secondaries, but it's already December. My GPA...

Hey there SDN, Due to its rigor and the "GPA killer factor", is it a bad idea to major in Chemistry for pre-med? I am 100% set on my goal of going to Med School and I want nothing else than to be a Doc. I was just accepted to the University of Texas at Ausin to study Psychology and pre-med (I...

Hey all, I'm currently in my sophomore year of college and doing great. Grades are high and things are going good! I need to add some stuff to my resume in terms of volunteering/shadowing. I just finished my application to volunteer at the local hospital but I've read where more of a dental...

Hey all, I've decided to take the popular advice on this forum and assume I will be a re-applicant until proven otherwise. As such, I have decided to address my lack of non-clinical volunteer work. So I was just wondering if anyone had tips on where to find part time community service...

I recently decided I want to start pre-veterinary medicine in January. I looked at qualifications to be accepted into vet school and hours/experience was one of them. I recently got a job at a pet hotel/daycare/spa center. What makes me nervous is, it's not a vet setting. This is my first job...

Hi All, I wanted to ask what everyone thinks the best use of a gap year time would be. I recently just graduated ASU with a major in Biological Sciences (Genetics, Cell & Developmental) with a 3.58 cumulative. I think my sGPA is somewhere around 3.6 but I am not 100% sure. Currently I am...

Hey everyone, first time posting on SDN so thank you in advance for your help! Going to give a backstory so you guys get the full picture of my situation. I graduated from UT Austin about two years ago with a pre-med non-science degree and cGPA of 3.05 and sGPA of 2.57. I also took the MCAT...

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Hello, I am a pre-med student in S.Florida who has interests in pursuing psychiatry after I graduate. As I began to study for the MCAT and later begin the application process to medical school I would really like to incorporate volunteer experience to my curriculum vitae. However, due to obvious...

Hey everyone! So I'm a recent graduate in Chicago that will be applying to medical school next year, and I was wondering if others in the area would be able to give me some advice. I spent the last 3 and a half years volunteering at a hospital in the city, but unfortunately it didn't include...

Hello all! My school offers a Clinical Psychology program which is a supervised internship in which students interview and explore the therapeutic process with real patients with psychological disturbances/problems. My question is: would these hours count as clinical volunteering hours...

Hi Everyone, I'm currently contemplating switching careers into physical therapy and realized I need the hands on, real world experience to inform my decision. The hard part has been finding those opportunities in New York City. I've contacted/applied to a couple hospitals and clinics and am...

Hello all, This is the first time I've ever posted on here so lets see how this goes. I recently graduated from a four year university (Boston University) with a major in International Relations. I started pre-med but was convinced by some friends that I wanted something easier (typical first...

Hi everyone! I'm really interesting in working abroad for a few months. I don't want to do medical-related work abroad simply because I feel as though I'm not qualified enough to do anything very significant. I would LOVE to do a program where you can teach English abroad for a...

Hello all, basically this month I'm hitting the ground running with getting my EC's started. I decided a few weeks back that Med School was what I wanted to do and I've been developing a bit of a loose plan. Lemme know what you think of it and what I could do additionally or what I need to do...

I'm going to try to keep this as concise as possible despite having, what I feel, is a unique non-trad background (I'm sure everyone does ;)). Every year or so, I get stuck on the idea of going to med school. Near the end of HS, I dismissed the entire idea because I so strongly believed I was...

Hi! I am planning to apply to a few OTD programs this fall (Belmont, Washington University (STL), and Huntington). I have so many questions. 1. RESEARCH VS. VOLUNTEER/ EXTRA CURRICULAR: I am currently in an psychology undergrad with a minor in wellness. I have done a fair amount of volunteer...

I am currently volunteering and shadowing at a free clinic for the uninsured. A large portion of our demographic includes patients who speak Spanish but cannot speak English very well. Due to budget restrictions, there is usually not a translator available unless a family member can come with...

Hi everyone! I've been eavesdropping in a lot of forums here at SDN, but finally decided to make an account to ask a question. I've read similar forums, but can't seem to get a full answer. So, I know that ECs will only carry you so much and that I should focus on a strong GPA. Personally, I...

Hey everyone! I'm working on a project and thought it'd be suitable for SDN involvement. I'm looking to see if enough students might be interested in volunteering to be a "reporter" at their dental school. Reporters would be sharing a survey link with students at their school. The survey I'm...

Hi everyone ! So I'm 2 weeks into my internship at the surgery department at a hospital. I love it, but I can't help but feel like I'm not completely getting what I want out of it. So far, I've mostly been at the waiting room desk directing and taking people places throughout the hospital...

The last few summers, I have built up volunteer hours at my local hospital. About half of my hours were spent with patients, playing games, talking, etc., which I know is considered clinical volunteering. However, the other half of my hours was spent copying and organizing papers, equipment...

I plan on shadowing as well, of course, but there are limited opportunities to do so on a regular basis. Volunteering at the children's hospital near me is described as "to provide play, distraction and comfort to our patients, and to provide guest services to all guests of the hospital." Does...

Hi all, I was able to do administer some eye exams under the supervision of a physician and nurse while volunteering (just the basic looking at a chart with random letters on it from a distance). I wrote this as part of the description for an activity simply as administering eye exams. Question...

Title says it all, I have 6 on going experiences, 3 of which started in March. Do I list the # of weeks as the number I expect to complete over the next year or so, or simply the 10-12 weeks I have already completed?

Hi all, Sorry to create a new post about clinical experience here, but I was unable to find older posts reflecting the same exact circumstances in which I find myself. I am currently volunteering as an HIV tester, but I was told by my advisor that this would be considered "iffy" as a clinical...

Hey everyone, So I have the opportunity to do one of these two jobs this summer and forwards. Both require about 20 hours per week and I am currently still in college so it wouldn't be possible for me to do both while handling classes and other extracurriculars. I'm just wondering which you...

I am currently filling out the volunteering/EC part of the application and I was wondering how far I can list back volunteer events. For example, I have been involved in an organization since 2009, so would I put all of the hours since 2009?

It's kind of a daunting task trying to find internships and volunteering in NYC over the summer because I have absolutely no idea where to start. Is there any way I can see some sort of list of opportunities for things I may be interested in doing over the summer? I'm looking mainly for things...