Applying to MD and DO schools

[mariaozay]

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My first time I only applied to a few MD schools. Now this will be my second time applying and I want to apply to both MD and DO schools(now that I actually know about DO!).I feel like DO is a much better fit for me but there are a couple/few MD schools that I like that I still want to apply to. Just wanted to hear from people doing the same or know something about it...Since I've just recenetly got on the DO train I'd like to hear your reasons for applying to both..(Also I've heard that at least DO schools ask if you're applying to MD schools and why). Thanks!! 😀

 

[Richardh]

Previous thread that I don't know if it will help but here it is:

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?p=9385231

 

[jvesco22]

Lmao @ DO being a "much better fit," after realizing your chance at MD schools is slim.

Thats all. Carry on.

 

[Longshanks]

My first time I only applied to a few MD schools. Now this will be my second time applying and I want to apply to both MD and DO schools(now that I actually know about DO!).I feel like DO is a much better fit for me but there are a couple/few MD schools that I like that I still want to apply to. Just wanted to hear from people doing the same or know something about it...Since I've just recenetly got on the DO train I'd like to hear your reasons for applying to both..(Also I've heard that at least DO schools ask if you're applying to MD schools and why). Thanks!! 😀

Not all DO schools will ask this. Out of the ones I applied to, only Nova Southeastern asked you to list all schools you're applying to, and it didn't affect my application at all, as I was accepted a week after the interview. During my interview at NYCOM, my interviewer pressed me about the applying to MD schools issue and with my MCAT score "don't you think you can get into an allopathic school? why did you even apply here?" which made for a very unnerving interview.. but it ended up turning into good news anyway.

I can get into more details about why I am applying to both in pm if you'd like.

 

[Ignatius M.D.]

Lmao @ DO being a "much better fit," after realizing your chance at MD schools is slim.

Thats all. Carry on.

Poor attitude. I know many good students that seriously hadn't even heard of DO until I asked them about it. Whether or not the OP considers it a better fit you cannot pretend to actually know. I only prefer MD because I'm not a fan of OMM and would rather use that time to do volunteering/clinical work/research. You have no clue why the OP prefers DO.

 

[Longshanks]

Lmao @ DO being a "much better fit," after realizing your chance at MD schools is slim.

Thats all. Carry on.

 

[jvesco22]

Poor attitude. I know many good students that seriously hadn't even heard of DO until I asked them about it. Whether or not the OP considers it a better fit you cannot pretend to actually know. I only prefer MD because I'm not a fan of OMM and would rather use that time to do volunteering/clinical work/research. You have no clue why the OP prefers DO.

My first time I only applied to a few MD schools. Now this will be my second time applying and...

 

[noshie]

Jvesco... I am just randomly wondering... Are you applying right now? Any acceptances? I just noticed that you post a lot of negative DO comments. Who are you to judge people when you give pretty much no information about yourself because I am guessing you don't want to be judged by others...

It's true that many people do apply DO after a bad cycle of applications... But what does it matter? At least they are trying to do something to reach their goals instead of just giving up. There are tons of people that end up giving up on becoming a physician completely... At least the OP is making a solid plan and trying to follow through. No matter what the reasons are for now choosing DO, it's a personal decision and I am sure it is well thought out.

My first time I only applied to a few MD schools. Now this will be my second time applying and I want to apply to both MD and DO schools(now that I actually know about DO!).I feel like DO is a much better fit for me but there are a couple/few MD schools that I like that I still want to apply to. Just wanted to hear from people doing the same or know something about it...Since I've just recenetly got on the DO train I'd like to hear your reasons for applying to both..(Also I've heard that at least DO schools ask if you're applying to MD schools and why). Thanks!! 😀

I applied to many MD and DO schools this cycle. A question between MD and DO has never been brought up in any of my interviews. But if it had, there is no shame in just telling them that this is your second time applying and you wanted to have a chance at success by applying to as many schools as you could. No need to make excuses for why you applied to both unless they directly ask. People will understand when they realize you have spent lots of time and money applying and don't want to do it again for a third year. If you don't make a big deal about it and stay neutral, they won't question your decisions.

 

[Musclemass]

It's true that many people do apply DO after a bad cycle of applications... But what does it matter? At least they are trying to do something to reach their goals instead of just giving up. There are tons of people that end up giving up on becoming a physician completely... At least the OP is making a solid plan and trying to follow through. No matter what the reasons are for now choosing DO, it's a personal decision and I am sure it is well thought out.

I think what attracts the negative DO comments is the tendency some have to rationalize/obfuscate the differences. Going DO is rarely anyone's first choice. Until it becomes apparent that it may be one's only choice.

And that's fine. It's a two tiered ecosystem, DO is the lower and less prestigious tier. It's not considered the equal of an MD in many quarters, both within medicine and within the general population, but it's another path to the goal of becoming a physician. Call it what it is and there's no dispute.

You're right, many people ultimately give up on becoming a physician. That's how the process works. If you can't get over the high jump bar, you can't get in. Simply wishing it won't make it so.

 

[jvesco22]

Jvesco... I am just randomly wondering... Are you applying right now? Any acceptances? I just noticed that you post a lot of negative DO comments. Who are you to judge people when you give pretty much no information about yourself because I am guessing you don't want to be judged by others...

^^

MCAT Attempts: 5
Opinion: Invalid...

Just kidding.

On a serious note though, since you asked, I'm applying in 2012. And I have given info about myself in the past, just search my posts. I even posted a photo somewhere, so please bring up anything you find to judge me and I'll be happy to reply. And the comments I make, which you think are negative, I think are humorous given the context of the posts I reply to. When people talk about DO being the "right fit" after not getting into an MD school (specifically this thread), it's called justification.

What's so funny to me, and I know many others (who choose not to reply), is that when the DO crusaders, such as yourself, come on the allopathic forum and make some big altruistic, "right fit", "treat whole patient" bs as to why they went DO and then go on to preach that they preferred DO over MD when knowing they applied to DO schools as a backup, you're a prime example.

But of course there are exceptions to this, specifically those whose location is a #1 priority and other reasons. So please don't be that n=1, thanks.

If I come off as being negative toward DOs, that's not my intention. And as it is said many times on this board, whether you're an MD or DO, you can still be a great physician. It's the DO crusaders that are spewing the regurgitated rhetoric that make me giggle inside and leave me no choice but to ninja attack.

So to you I say, "Good day madam."

And after posting this, hopefully in a respectable manner (lolwut), I'd have to reckon...

 

[Venc]

I have no comment on your comments. Just wanted to comment that the .gif is hilarious. Great job!!

 

[SFO-IST]

^^

MCAT Attempts: 5
Opinion: Invalid...

Just kidding.

On a serious note though, since you asked, I'm applying in 2012. And I have given info about myself in the past, just search my posts. I even posted a photo somewhere, so please bring up anything you find to judge me and I'll be happy to reply. And the comments I make, which you think are negative, I think are humorous given the context of the posts I reply to. When people talk about DO being the "right fit" after not getting into an MD school (specifically this thread), it's called justification.

What's so funny to me, and I know many others (who choose not to reply), is that when the DO crusaders, such as yourself, come on the allopathic forum and make some big altruistic, "right fit", "treat whole patient" bs as to why they went DO and then go on to preach that they preferred DO over MD when knowing they applied to DO schools as a backup, you're a prime example.

But of course there are exceptions to this, specifically those whose location is a #1 priority and other reasons. So please don't be that n=1, thanks.

If I come off as being negative toward DOs, that's not my intention. And as it is said many times on this board, whether you're an MD or DO, you can still be a great physician. It's the DO crusaders that are spewing the regurgitated rhetoric that make me giggle inside and leave me no choice but to ninja attack.

So to you I say, "Good day madam."

And after posting this, hopefully in a respectable manner (lolwut), I'd have to reckon...

I think you're being a jerk to her and being pretty arrogant.

 

[jvesco22]

I think you're being a jerk to her and being pretty arrogant.

She called me out broseph

Please don't call me names.

 

[Doc of the Walk]

She called me out broseph

Please don't call me names.

I'm going to stay out of this one, but I have to comment, jvesco22, the .gifs and pictures you post are hilarious. That is all

 

[addo]

I'm going to stay out of this one, but I have to comment, jvesco22, the .gifs and pictures you post are hilarious. That is all

If it werent for them, id be inclined to call him a jerk too.

 

[RogueUnicorn]

when people talk about do being the "right fit" after not getting into an md school (specifically this thread), it's called justification.

+1

 

[Ignatius M.D.]

If it werent for them, id be inclined to call him a jerk too.

You can still call him a jerk AND think they are funny. I thought they were funny. It doesn't change the fact that he seems like one of those people that prides themselves on being a "straight shooter". I find a lot of the time that this is a euphemism for jerk. So straight shooter, take some caution with your ninja attacks if you are willing

 

[transfec]

+1

+2

 

[transfec]

Agreed.

 

[Doc of the Walk]

+2

+ over 9000!!!!!!!!!

 

[Ursa]

^^

MCAT Attempts: 5
Opinion: Invalid...

Just kidding.

On a serious note though, since you asked, I'm applying in 2012. And I have given info about myself in the past, just search my posts. I even posted a photo somewhere, so please bring up anything you find to judge me and I'll be happy to reply. And the comments I make, which you think are negative, I think are humorous given the context of the posts I reply to. When people talk about DO being the "right fit" after not getting into an MD school (specifically this thread), it's called justification.

What's so funny to me, and I know many others (who choose not to reply), is that when the DO crusaders, such as yourself, come on the allopathic forum and make some big altruistic, "right fit", "treat whole patient" bs as to why they went DO and then go on to preach that they preferred DO over MD when knowing they applied to DO schools as a backup, you're a prime example.

But of course there are exceptions to this, specifically those whose location is a #1 priority and other reasons. So please don't be that n=1, thanks.

If I come off as being negative toward DOs, that's not my intention. And as it is said many times on this board, whether you're an MD or DO, you can still be a great physician. It's the DO crusaders that are spewing the regurgitated rhetoric that make me giggle inside and leave me no choice but to ninja attack.

So to you I say, "Good day madam."

And after posting this, hopefully in a respectable manner (lolwut), I'd have to reckon...

haha noshie this kid is a sophomore, you have like 10 years on him!!

and to jvesco...she's been accepted. that's more than you can say

 

[noshie]

^^

MCAT Attempts: 5
Opinion: Invalid...

Just kidding.

On a serious note though, since you asked, I'm applying in 2012. And I have given info about myself in the past, just search my posts. I even posted a photo somewhere, so please bring up anything you find to judge me and I'll be happy to reply. And the comments I make, which you think are negative, I think are humorous given the context of the posts I reply to. When people talk about DO being the "right fit" after not getting into an MD school (specifically this thread), it's called justification.

What's so funny to me, and I know many others (who choose not to reply), is that when the DO crusaders, such as yourself, come on the allopathic forum and make some big altruistic, "right fit", "treat whole patient" bs as to why they went DO and then go on to preach that they preferred DO over MD when knowing they applied to DO schools as a backup, you're a prime example.

But of course there are exceptions to this, specifically those whose location is a #1 priority and other reasons. So please don't be that n=1, thanks.

If I come off as being negative toward DOs, that's not my intention. And as it is said many times on this board, whether you're an MD or DO, you can still be a great physician. It's the DO crusaders that are spewing the regurgitated rhetoric that make me giggle inside and leave me no choice but to ninja attack.

So to you I say, "Good day madam."

And after posting this, hopefully in a respectable manner (lolwut), I'd have to reckon...

^^ MCAT attempts: ZERO… 😉 Until you have actually applied and been through the hell that is this process, you should have no opinion about the path that others have taken…

I never said I was a DO crusader… I said you shouldn't judge peoples decisions when you don't even know them. I never think of DO as a backup… I think of out of state schools as a backup, I happened to get into an out of state DO school so far this cycle. And yes, it is my backup. If I had my first choice, I would get into an in state MD school, but I would be just as happy at the DO school down the street from my house. However, that is just me… And maybe I am this way because I live in Texas, where many people apply to both MD and DO because it's on the same application, and all Texas med schools are competitive regardless of the degree given… In my opinion…

What I am saying is, what is wrong with applying to DO schools as a backup? Why do you have such a problem with other people doing this? Why do you look down on others for making this decision? Do you also look down on nurses or PAs because they don't get their MD…? It's just the way you say things that gives me the feeling that you think you would never "stoop down" to the level of getting what you think is a "lesser degree". Which is your personal decision, so you shouldn't need to put others down for making their own decisions…

What would you do if you came to the realization that you would never become a doctor unless you changed your plans completely? You don't even know what that helplessness feels like… Well I do. I have applied 3 times, and as you pointed out, I took the MCAT 5 times… I have had to face that realization, and it is what you do after hitting this bump in the road that makes you who you are. You either give up or get around the hill. Most people that apply to med school have to reapply. People like you who would never even think of DO as an option give up after a few cycles of reapplying… People like me look at the advantages of DO, get excited about it and persist towards their goal of becoming a physician... That's all the OP is doing, getting excited about it by seeing how it can fit into their life and making the best of a crappy situation.

And yes, I have 10 years on you I am sure, so I have insight and hindsight... 🙂 <insert cool picture here so I can be as cool as jvesco> If there was a cool graphic, it would be of me ninja kicking your face. Hehe. Ninja attack that...

 

[Barcu]

^^ MCAT attempts: ZERO… 😉 Until you have actually applied and been through the hell that is this process, you should have no opinion about the path that others have taken…

I never said I was a DO crusader… I said you shouldn’t judge peoples decisions when you don’t even know them. I never think of DO as a backup… I think of out of state schools as a backup, I happened to get into an out of state DO school so far this cycle. And yes, it is my backup. If I had my first choice, I would get into an in state MD school, but I would be just as happy at the DO school down the street from my house. However, that is just me… And maybe I am this way because I live in Texas, where many people apply to both MD and DO because it’s on the same application, and all Texas med schools are competitive regardless of the degree given… In my opinion…

What I am saying is, what is wrong with applying to DO schools as a backup? Why do you have such a problem with other people doing this? Why do you look down on others for making this decision? Do you also look down on nurses or PAs because they don’t get their MD…? It’s just the way you say things that gives me the feeling that you think you would never “stoop down” to the level of getting what you think is a “lesser degree”. Which is your personal decision, so you shouldn’t need to put others down for making their own decisions…

What would you do if you came to the realization that you would never become a doctor unless you changed your plans completely? You don’t even know what that helplessness feels like… Well I do. I have applied 3 times, and as you pointed out, I took the MCAT 5 times… I have had to face that realization, and it is what you do after hitting this bump in the road that makes you who you are. You either give up or get around the hill. Most people that apply to med school have to reapply. People like you who would never even think of DO as an option give up after a few cycles of reapplying… People like me look at the advantages of DO, get excited about it and persist towards their goal of becoming a physician... That's all the OP is doing, getting excited about it by seeing how it can fit into their life and making the best of a crappy situation.

And yes, I have 10 years on you I am sure, so I have insight and hindsight... 🙂 <insert cool picture here so I can be as cool as jvesco> If there was a cool graphic, it would be of me ninja kicking your face. Hehe. Ninja attack that...

His attitude is a bit arrogant, but I will defend him on this occasion from the bolded text you wrote.

He never said he looks down on people who consider DO a backup. He was joking around because people say that they realize DO is a "better fit." In reality, their chances of getting into an MD school are low, so the applicant justifies their decision to apply to a DO school by calling it a "better fit." The OP here is not admitting DO is a backup, but instead implying it is now their first choice over MD. That is why the he jvesco was laughing at the OP.

You guys are arguing different things.

 

[RogueUnicorn]

^^ MCAT attempts: ZERO… 😉 Until you have actually applied and been through the hell that is this process, you should have no opinion about the path that others have taken…

if that were the case no one can have an opinion on athletes, politicians, etc.

Most people that apply to med school have to reapply.

i don't think this is true either.


but carry on

 

[Ursa]

if that were the case no one can have an opinion on athletes, politicians, etc.

nit picky much?....jk

Your username always reminds me of one of my friends, and I really like your avatar btw.

 

[noshie]

i don't think this is true either.

TMDSAS statistics from 2009:

http://www.utsystem.edu/tmdsas/Final Statistics Report-EY09 - Medical.pdf

4,128 people applied, 1,424 matriculated

AMCAS statistics from 2010, scroll to the bottom and look at Note #4:

https://www.aamc.org/download/161128/data/table1-facts2010school-web-pdf.pdf

42,742 people applied, 18,665 matriculated

I have always heard the statistics that 1/3 of the people that apply get accepted, that is where I made my general statement from... But the data suggests this also... Though, some people that are not accepted will not reapply... Which was my whole point to begin with… 🙂


Eh, I am too icky today to argue. I did understand that he was making a joke, the tone just made me a little defensive... I felt like he was trying to make the OP feel like a failure for not getting into MD and changing her/his plans. There was no need for it...

 

[jvesco22]

^^ MCAT attempts: ZERO… 😉 Until you have actually applied and been through the hell that is this process, you should have no opinion about the path that others have taken…

I don't need to go through this hell of a process to have an opinion. We're on a board with thousands of applicants. It's easy to monday night quarterback it by just comparing 😀.

What I am saying is, what is wrong with applying to DO schools as a backup? Why do you have such a problem with other people doing this? Why do you look down on others for making this decision? Do you also look down on nurses or PAs because they don’t get their MD…? It’s just the way you say things that gives me the feeling that you think you would never “stoop down” to the level of getting what you think is a “lesser degree”. Which is your personal decision, so you shouldn’t need to put others down for making their own decisions…

...Your interpretation skills need work. I don't look down on DOs, they're going to be doctors, great. I don't have any problems with people doing that, as you say...It's the ones that get gung-ho about it and come into every MD vs DO thread and defend their decision to go DO as if someone was personally attacking them (you guys know who I'm talking about lol). And I don't look down on PAs and nurses, they're a vital part of health care. Pls go.

You are right about one thing though. And that is that I'd never apply to DO, to PA school, or to nursing school. Why? Because I want to and am going to be a doctor by going the best route possible for success. So please tell me what reasons I'd have to go to a DO school if I can get into an MD? Why would I possibly fathom going to PA school or nursing school if I want to be a doctor? I don't get it...

I respect DOs (and Caribbean MDs), I respect PAs, and I respect nurses. I just wouldn't go those routes and I'm sure many others that post on this allo board wouldn't either. (And if anyone takes offense to this statement...I don't even...)

What would you do if you came to the realization that you would never become a doctor unless you changed your plans completely?

Can't say I'll ever know because that realization won't happen.

You don’t even know what that helplessness feels like… Well I do. I have applied 3 times, and as you pointed out, I took the MCAT 5 times… I have had to face that realization, and it is what you do after hitting this bump in the road that makes you who you are. You either give up or get around the hill. Most people that apply to med school have to reapply.

Congratulations on getting into med school; your perseverance is unmatched. It's amazing that you kept going and finally got in. For that noshie, I solute you.

People like you who would never even think of DO as an option give up after a few cycles of reapplying… People like me look at the advantages of DO, get excited about it and persist towards their goal of becoming a physician...

People like me will get into an MD school on the first try. People like you take your MCAT 5 times then go DO...(Come at me bros)

And yes, I have 10 years on you I am sure, so I have insight and hindsight... 🙂 <insert cool picture here so I can be as cool as jvesco> If there was a cool graphic, it would be of me ninja kicking your face. Hehe. Ninja attack that...

I'm 26, married, and can almost guarantee I was raised in a worse environment than you. So please save this "10 years on me" and insight/hindsight bs that you guys keep alluding to.

And to anyone else reading this thread, please don't take it personal...

 

[RogueUnicorn]

damn it just got real in here.

 

[Ursa]

I don't need to go through this hell of a process to have an opinion. We're on a board with thousands of applicants. It's easy to monday night quarterback it by just comparing 😀.



...Your interpretation skills need work. I don't look down on DOs, they're going to be doctors, great. I don't have any problems with people doing that, as you say...It's the ones that get gung-ho about it and come into every MD vs DO thread and defend their decision to go DO as if someone was personally attacking them (you guys know who I'm talking about lol). And I don't look down on PAs and nurses, they're a vital part of health care. Pls go.

You are right about one thing though. And that is that I'd never apply to DO, to PA school, or to nursing school. Why? Because I want to and am going to be a doctor by going the best route possible for success. So please tell me what reasons I'd have to go to a DO school if I can get into an MD? Why would I possibly fathom going to PA school or nursing school if I want to be a doctor? I don't get it...

I respect DOs (and Caribbean MDs), I respect PAs, and I respect nurses. I just wouldn't go those routes and I'm sure many others that post on this allo board wouldn't either. (And if anyone takes offense to this statement...I don't even...)



Can't say I'll ever know because that realization won't happen.



Congratulations on getting into med school; your perseverance is unmatched. It's amazing that you kept going and finally got in. For that noshie, I solute you.



People like me will get into an MD school on the first try. People like you take your MCAT 5 times then go DO...(Come at me bros)

I'm 26, married, and can almost guarantee I was raised in a worse environment than you. So please save this "10 years on me" and insight/hindsight bs that you guys keep alluding to.

And to anyone else reading this thread, please don't take it personal...

You have a lot to live up to my friend. I'm going to follow you for years to see how you fare. But don't consider me a fan. Please. Because I think you are a douche and your wife (or husband, I guess) would be ashamed at how you talk to people anonymously online.

 

[lftbndlbrnchblk]

Why would you congratulate her on getting in and then in the next breath, insult her MCAT journey on the way of getting there? Why would you say you respect DOs but in the next sentence say you'd never consider that route because you only deserve the best? Why do you leave so little space between your glaring contradictions? And you do see the arrogance in stating things like you won't have any difficulty getting into medical school your first try or at all when you're only a sophomore, right? You're dimininshing everyone's effort of getting into medical school and undermining their achievements. It's a great accomplishment, even for "people like you." If you really are 26, you have a lot of maturing to do. Good luck on your medical school/MCAT journey. Maybe it'll be as smooth as you say? Perhaps it won't.

 

[Geekchick921]

LOL at this whole thread. What's the harm in saying DO is a better fit because you aren't competitive for MD for whatever reason? Clearly, DO IS a better fit, because you become a doctor. Jesus tapdancing Christ, people, unclench.

 

[BigBoosting]

Thread needs more gifs

 

[Ursa]

Thread needs more gifs

lol why didn't you post one then?

 

[RogueUnicorn]

Jesus tapdancing Christ, people, unclench.

Thread needs more gifs

this thread just went over 9000

 

[Geekchick921]

And I do so love Jesus tapdancing Christ on a cracker.

Here's one that makes about as much sense as the arguing here:

 

[BigBoosting]

^^

 

[Geekchick921]

I see it, BB.

 

[Ursa]

^^

i dont see it but thats probably because my work computer is ooooollllddd.

 

[MCAT guy]

...Your interpretation skills need work. I don't look down on DOs, they're going to be doctors, great. I don't have any problems with people doing that, as you say...It's the ones that get gung-ho about it and come into every MD vs DO thread and defend their decision to go DO as if someone was personally attacking them (you guys know who I'm talking about lol).

Time to increase your "people IQ", emotional intelligence, or whatever you want to call it. This is what people do, in all walks of life.

You are right about one thing though. And that is that I'd never apply to DO, to PA school, or to nursing school. Why? Because I want to and am going to be a doctor by going the best route possible for success. So please tell me what reasons I'd have to go to a DO school if I can get into an MD? Why would I possibly fathom going to PA school or nursing school if I want to be a doctor? I don't get it...

I respect DOs (and Caribbean MDs), I respect PAs, and I respect nurses. I just wouldn't go those routes and I'm sure many others that post on this allo board wouldn't either. (And if anyone takes offense to this statement...I don't even...)

I don't think anyone takes offense to you not applying DO.

Can't say I'll ever know because that realization won't happen.

Congratulations on getting into med school; your perseverance is unmatched. It's amazing that you kept going and finally got in. For that noshie, I solute you.

People like me will get into an MD school on the first try. People like you take your MCAT 5 times then go DO...(Come at me bros)

This is problematic. Remember, even if you get into Harvard, Penn, Washington U, all on full ride scholarships, if you are an arrogant fool then it cheapens your life. Who you become is much more important than your accomplishments.

Even if you make millions and are world-renowned, being an arrogant fool will have your family not respecting you, your wife regretting you, all the people in the hospital disliking you, and just the general notion that you are a poor human being.

I'm 26, married, and can almost guarantee I was raised in a worse environment than you. So please save this "10 years on me" and insight/hindsight bs that you guys keep alluding to.

And to anyone else reading this thread, please don't take it personal...

? I think you are just immature. Especially for a 26 year old. Your post reads more like a ~19 year old who just finished watching some WWE.

Abraham Lincoln once said, "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." In this situation, you have the perception of power. Yet, it is very clear you failed the test.

 

[MCAT guy]

Here's one that makes about as much sense as the arguing here:

Sorry.😳

I've always enjoyed Noshie's story and he said, "come at me bro".

sidenote: The Jackson gif and the warriors bench gif are both amazing.🙂

 

[jvesco22]

You have a lot to live up to my friend. I'm going to follow you for years to see how you fare. But don't consider me a fan. Please. Because I think you are a douche and your wife (or husband, I guess) would be ashamed at how you talk to people anonymously online.

I wouldn't. I'd consider you a loser and weirdo. Strong e-stalker lolque. And please brah, my wife loves my cockiness and that I'm so tall and 'hansome'

Why would you congratulate her on getting in and then in the next breath, insult her MCAT journey on the way of getting there? Why would you say you respect DOs but in the next sentence say you'd never consider that route because you only deserve the best? Why do you leave so little space between your glaring contradictions? And you do see the arrogance in stating things like you won't have any difficulty getting into medical school your first try or at all when you're only a sophomore, right? You're dimininshing everyone's effort of getting into medical school and undermining their achievements. It's a great accomplishment, even for "people like you." If you really are 26, you have a lot of maturing to do. Good luck on your medical school/MCAT journey. Maybe it'll be as smooth as you say? Perhaps it won't.

You had to go DO and now you're offended, I understand. Please don't take this to heart my man and make it out to be what it isn't.

Time to increase your "people IQ", emotional intelligence, or whatever you want to call it. This is what people do, in all walks of life.

I don't think anyone takes offense to you not applying DO.

This is problematic. Remember, even if you get into Harvard, Penn, Washington U, all on full ride scholarships, if you are an arrogant fool then it cheapens your life. Who you become is much more important than your accomplishments.

Even if you make millions and are world-renown, being an arrogant fool will have your family not respecting you, your wife regretting you, all the people in the hospital disliking you, and just the general notion that you are a poor human being.

? I think you are just immature. Especially for a 26 year old. Your post reads more like a ~19 year old who just finished watching some WWE.

Abraham Lincoln once said, "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." In this situation, you have the perception of power. Yet, it is very clear you failed the test.

Coming from a guy that says "Yo" after everything, cool story bro 👍

There are too many white knights for me to handle in this thread

 

[Geekchick921]

I'm 26, married, and can almost guarantee I was raised in a worse environment than you. So please save this "10 years on me" and insight/hindsight bs that you guys keep alluding to.

And to anyone else reading this thread, please don't take it personal...

FTR, the fact that you actually ARE in your mid-20s makes your attitude even more ridiculous. That's from one married 26-year-old pre-med to another.

 

[eli20]

Thanks for this thread! I showed it to my friend to help them understand why I'm terrified I'm going to hate all my new classmates. 🙂

 

[jvesco22]

FTR, the fact that you actually ARE in your mid-20s makes your attitude even more ridiculous. That's from one married 26-year-old pre-med to another.

1 <3 Geekchick.

 

[MCAT guy]

I wouldn't. I'd consider you a loser and weirdo. Strong e-stalker lolque. And please brah, my wife loves my cockiness and that I'm so tall and 'hansome'

We're glad your wife fell for the routine. It appears you'll need a new game for medical school and your career.

You had to go DO and now you're offended, I understand. Please don't take this to heart my man and make it out to be what it isn't.

Everything you write resonates with your lack of class and character.

Coming from a guy that says "Yo" after everything, cool story bro 👍

There are too many white knights for me to handle in this thread

Just because the rest of us aren't arrogant and immature doesn't mean we are white knights yo.

I think the percentage of people in this thread thinking or stating you are immature is around ~90%. What do you think of that yo?

 

[lftbndlbrnchblk]

You had to go DO and now you're offended, I understand. Please don't take this to heart my man and make it out to be what it isn't.

I'm not offended by you but I'm wondering what is up with your insulting approach toward noshie and if you fail to see you that you're being arrogant? My situation actually has more to do with staying here than having to go DO. I just don't want to leave my home town for the MD school I got into 1,200 miles away. I did apply broadly to 12 schools to ensure I got interviews but once I got acceptances, I realized how much I wouldn't want to go to half the places I applied. It usually happens that way once you start getting acceptances, you'll see.

 

[Geekchick921]

1 <3 Geekchick.

You're... you're not?!

 

[MCAT guy]

1 <3 Geekchick.

Well, looks like you know how to submit very well.

You are married.🙂

 

[tabascosauce]

look at all this hate spawned from ONE post from the OP. why do people take life so seriously?

 

[Ignatius M.D.]

I agree that some might say "DO is a better fit" after not getting into MD. This is rationalizing, and is a common thing that we all do. My opinion is that you just don't know who is doing that, and who really wants to go that route. Truly intelligent people know what they do not know, and making assumptions is stupid. Not to mention the last bit about "people like her...people like me" was dripping with arrogance. If you had taken a different tone in your discussion, you would've avoided the majority of replies and animosity on this thread. My guess is though, that you couldn't care less what people say about you. I don't know you personally, so you might be a good person. I don't know.