former med student reapplying -- chance me please?

[nadoo44]

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Hi everyone,

New to posting so hopefully I put this in the right place.

I was in med school before (allo) and left for health reasons I won't dwell on (these have since been resolved). My MD grades were ok, not great, not terrible.

I'm reapplying to my old school plus some other MD and DO schools this time around. I know I will have some tough questions to answer to this time around. FWIW I didn't get kicked out the first time, I left voluntarily.

MCAT is 29-31, and gpa from undergrad is 3.5ish. I have decent ECs and noticeable research, 5+ pubs.

I know it's an uphill battle. And I know a lot of people will say forget about it and to think about grad school instead. I wouldn't be doing this again if I 1) didn't think I could do it and 2) didn't enjoy being in the clinic. But...I guess I am just wondering what I can realistically expect at this point?

Thanks!

 

[gyngyn]

Do you have a list? I guess you know that there is an AMCAS question in the primary regarding previous matriculation. A lot will depend on how you manage that. I don't know if there is a similar question on the DO ap but your transcript will still show your medical school grades.

 

[nadoo44]

Do you have a list? I guess you know that there is an AMCAS question in the primary regarding previous matriculation. A lot will depend on how you manage that. I don't know if there is a similar question on the DO ap but your transcript will still show your medical school grades.

A list of schools I'm applying to now? Ehh, I'm still trying to figure out where to apply, but so far, all mid-tier schools. I explained myself on both apps and tried to focus on how I've improved, etc.

 

[gyngyn]

A list of schools I'm applying to now? Ehh, I'm still trying to figure out where to apply, but so far, all mid-tier schools. I explained myself on both apps and tried to focus on how I've improved, etc.

We (medical schools) are a very risk averse group.
Come back with your list after you have done some MSAR review.

 

[Kjbds1]

Hi everyone,

New to posting so hopefully I put this in the right place.

I was in med school before (allo) and left for health reasons I won't dwell on (these have since been resolved). My MD grades were ok, not great, not terrible.

I'm reapplying to my old school plus some other MD and DO schools this time around. I know I will have some tough questions to answer to this time around. FWIW I didn't get kicked out the first time, I left voluntarily.

MCAT is 29-31, and gpa from undergrad is 3.5ish. I have decent ECs and noticeable research, 5+ pubs.

I know it's an uphill battle. And I know a lot of people will say forget about it and to think about grad school instead. I wouldn't be doing this again if I 1) didn't think I could do it and 2) didn't enjoy being in the clinic. But...I guess I am just wondering what I can realistically expect at this point?

Thanks!

A list of schools I'm applying to now? Ehh, I'm still trying to figure out where to apply, but so far, all mid-tier schools. I explained myself on both apps and tried to focus on how I've improved, etc.

I'm not sure if you're trolling or want serious advice. I ask because you're being frustratingly vague. Everything you've mentioned - ballpark stats, unknown health issues, 'mid-tier schools' in response to a direct question from an attending faculty - seems to imply that you're simply not serious about help.

We're not looking for you to dwell what happened, but (to take an example that has recently been getting a lot of air time) if you have diagnosed major depressive disorder that you have been seeing someone(s) for treatment, you'll find that med schools are far more accepting and may at least consider you than if you 'went through a bad spell for a bit'.

 

[Goro]

The only way a former matriculant can get into my school will be exactly as per your situation... leaving due to health reasons. PM me if you need more specific info due to your wanting to be private.

Hi everyone,

New to posting so hopefully I put this in the right place.

I was in med school before (allo) and left for health reasons I won't dwell on (these have since been resolved). My MD grades were ok, not great, not terrible.

I'm reapplying to my old school plus some other MD and DO schools this time around. I know I will have some tough questions to answer to this time around. FWIW I didn't get kicked out the first time, I left voluntarily.

MCAT is 29-31, and gpa from undergrad is 3.5ish. I have decent ECs and noticeable research, 5+ pubs.

I know it's an uphill battle. And I know a lot of people will say forget about it and to think about grad school instead. I wouldn't be doing this again if I 1) didn't think I could do it and 2) didn't enjoy being in the clinic. But...I guess I am just wondering what I can realistically expect at this point?

Thanks!

 

[nadoo44]

I'm not sure if you're trolling or want serious advice. I ask because you're being frustratingly vague. Everything you've mentioned - ballpark stats, unknown health issues, 'mid-tier schools' in response to a direct question from an attending faculty - seems to imply that you're simply not serious about help.

We're not looking for you to dwell what happened, but (to take an example that has recently been getting a lot of air time) if you have diagnosed major depressive disorder that you have been seeing someone(s) for treatment, you'll find that med schools are far more accepting and may at least consider you than if you 'went through a bad spell for a bit'.

I'm sharing what I'm comfortable sharing. I don't mean to be vague just to confuse you or attract attention. I have a reddit account for that. Yes, I have been open on my application about everything. I have a medical condition that is documented and treated. In theory, in an ideal world, the specifics shouldn't matter. In reality, not all conditions are viewed equally. And I get that depression is viewed differently, from, say, diabetes. I know more details would help you, but I'm sorry. I know I'm asking for an answer that might warrant more data. But on here, I just wanted some perspective, not suspicion. If you want to call me a troll for being cautious then I guess I'll just find a bridge to crawl under.

My stats are ballpark, yes. I honestly didn't think it would matter if I said 30 or 31. Or if I gave more decimal places on my gpa. I get that I asked a personal question in a public space, so I know it's on me. But I'm also new to posting. I don't know how many other people are going through this. Maybe my question can help someone else too. Maybe I am the only one in the country in this boat and if that's the case, forgive me for trying to blend in a bit.

I certainly appreciate whatever help anyone on here is willing to give me, and I'm not out to waste people's time, or be dismissive or disrespectful in any way. I am the one asking for help. Not too long ago, I was advising other pre-medical students, so I get that it can be frustrating. Still, SDN is a resource for asking for help and giving help and learning about the process, right? I don't know how people will be comfortable asking for help if they have to worry about being accused of trolling.

Thank you to everyone for trying to help me out.