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Anything else I should start doing?

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leonardoson

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Hi SDN Recently I determined that PA will not be for me and to start my journey for DO. I have questions based on what I need to add to my application the next 3 years.
I have a 3.8 GPA. I'm transferring to a University next school cycle to get an exercise science degree. I'm actually interested in that line of studies. I will be pushing off major courses to take ochem, physics, and biochemistry. I should be done with my undergrad in 3 years.
I'm about to start volunteering at my local church with Sunday school.
I will also start shadowing a DO here soon.
I've been an EMT for 2 years with periodical ambulance experience but mainly wheelchair medical transport and hospital discharges.
Is there anything else that I should be doing before I apply to med school?
Thanks and all responses are appreciated.