Man, why does everyone wanna do pre-med...

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We also shouldn't forget about the (hopefully) decline in parental pressure. There are far more college freshmen whose parents are controlling their career aspirations than there are college seniors. Certainly there is a huge portion of pre-meds who have been groomed for their futures from a very young age and I know several who are applying right now...their answers to why medicine make the situation pretty clear...

What I want to get at, is that "finding other interests" is not at all the same as deciding someone can't do medicine. I think most of the time the case is that someone finds something they are passionate about in a different academic area and it takes that "aha" moment to realize that what they thought was a "passion" wasn't what passion really feels like.
 
Everyone wants to be pre-med in undergrad...few decide beyond the first semester that they want to be post-med
 
kyamh said:
We also shouldn't forget about the (hopefully) decline in parental pressure. There are far more college freshmen whose parents are controlling their career aspirations than there are college seniors. Certainly there is a huge portion of pre-meds who have been groomed for their futures from a very young age and I know several who are applying right now...their answers to why medicine make the situation pretty clear...

What I want to get at, is that "finding other interests" is not at all the same as deciding someone can't do medicine. I think most of the time the case is that someone finds something they are passionate about in a different academic area and it takes that "aha" moment to realize that what they thought was a "passion" wasn't what passion really feels like.
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+1

Many UG pre-med freshman think along the lines of, "I got all As in my science classes in high school, so I should be a doctor! Weeee!" Most will (hopefully) explore their interest in medicine beyond their love for biology scantron tests, and many will realize that they would rather take their interest in science in a different direction or that they enjoy an entirely different field even more.
 
meh 90% will switch to business management
 
OP that's funny because I had a similar story.

Incoming freshman for UG and yes I know it's highly hypocritical for me to complain about a group I am part of.

But everyone wants to and thinks they can be a doctor. No brag, but I am confident I'm more qualified than half of these people and I'm still not confident about getting into med school like all of these people.

Why am I complaining? Because I might not get a spot in pre-med classes cause everyone's taking them.

Can't wait for the people in over their heads to drop off like flies.

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Anyway, my point is, how did you guys feel about all those "posers"? Not people who legitimately try for med school and fail. But I mean someone like a sports teacher at my college who said she switched majors multiple times: from pre-med to pre-law to business to geology to sports.
 
ichor said:
Man, why does everyone wanna do pre-med...
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Possibly because there are many out there who are still spoon-fed and/or have not surpass the age of development.:shrug:
 
Idk how many times I've heard people tell me they wanted to major in biology because of how easy high school biology was. (Not AP, mind you.) There was a LAX bro who told me he wants to be a professional LAX bro but he was majoring in biology as a backup. This is the kinda guy who doesn't give one **** about school or grades, just parties and tried to get girls. I wonder what he's majoring in now... 🙄
 
hemorrage said:
freshman year - everyone and their mother is premed
sophomore year - 50% of these people "found other interests" (aka they failed intro gen chem)
junior year - 50-75% of the sophomore year survivors get destroyed by orgo, genetics, etc.

The people that are left at this point make it or break it during the mcat
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+1
 
I must admit that, while there were a few aspiring premeds who quit at my school (mostly people who wanted to do psych, realized they hated the science and decided to go for the ph.d instead) it was predominantly the opposite. People went into it with med as their 'backup plan' aka they explored a lot of things, but made sure to take the prereqs in case they didn't find something they liked better...it helped that everyone in the school was required to take 3 math/science courses anyway and there are no 'non-majors' courses. I can't count the number of people who told me "Yeah, I'm thinking about doing xyz, but I'm taking all of the med school requirements just in case!"
 
lazyindy said:
OP that's funny because I had a similar story.


Why am I complaining? Because I might not get a spot in pre-med classes cause everyone's taking them.
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This is confusing to me, coming from a small college...but why is this a big deal? Is it really true that you can't ever get all your pre-reqs done at a large university unless you fight tooth and nail? Even if you can't follow the "typical" pre-med schedule, that doesn't mean you can't still do it on your own time, right? I tool Orgo I and II as a senior, and intro Bio II as a junior...what is the rush to get all the pre-reqs done asap? As long as you get the majority done by the time you apply it should be fine, no?

If a lot of people are gunning for the pre-med classes first year, why not take that year to do other requirements, find a major you like, or take advantage of other college courses you may enjoy? Then you can calmly sign up for those same classes as a sophomore - before the next freshman rush.
 
kyamh said:
Hmmmm....speak for yourself 😉
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ichor said:
Incoming freshman for UG and yes I know it's highly hypocritical for me to complain about a group I am part of.

But everyone wants to and thinks they can be a doctor. No brag, but I am confident I'm more qualified than half of these people and I'm still not confident about getting into med school like all of these people.

Why am I complaining? Because I might not get a spot in pre-med classes cause everyone's taking them.

Can't wait for the people in over their heads to drop off like flies. 😀

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Anyway, my point is, how did you guys feel about all those "posers"? Not people who legitimately try for med school and fail. But I mean someone like a sports teacher at my college who said she switched majors multiple times: from pre-med to pre-law to business to geology to sports.
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I think pretty highly of people who work their way through college and discover what they actually would like to do with their lives. I think less highly of people that look down on people before they have any clue what they are doing. Either way, I really don't give a damn, because I focus on my own success and not on clawing my way to the top.

Focus on yourself, and doing well. Stop worrying about this kind of crap. It will get you nothing but the ire of people with whom you could develop great friendships. I know you've been in college for all of a month at this point, so your experience is unparalleled, but you have know idea what your life will hold for you. You could decide medicine isn't for you, or you could fail miserably and not be able to obtain your goal. I'm not saying that this will happen, but it is a possibility. While you are wishing for others to drop like flies you might want to remember that failing and rejection are hard pills to swallow even when you haven't talked a lot of smack before hand. You're an adult now. Time to stop acting like a child.

Also, this may sound harsh and it is meant to. This mentality is an awful way to go through life, and too many people on SDN feed into the neurotic pre-med mindset. I have been where you are, and I have had those thoughts. I've also promptly seen my foot placed firmly into my mouth. Don't be that guy.
 
ichor said:
Incoming freshman for UG and yes I know it's highly hypocritical for me to complain about a group I am part of.

But everyone wants to and thinks they can be a doctor. No brag, but I am confident I'm more qualified than half of these people and I'm still not confident about getting into med school like all of these people.

Why am I complaining? Because I might not get a spot in pre-med classes cause everyone's taking them.

Can't wait for the people in over their heads to drop off like flies. 😀

---

Anyway, my point is, how did you guys feel about all those "posers"? Not people who legitimately try for med school and fail. But I mean someone like a sports teacher at my college who said she switched majors multiple times: from pre-med to pre-law to business to geology to sports.
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You JUST started college, and somehow you think you're already qualified to attend medical school?

Jeez, and I thought my girlfriend was an entitled tramp....
 
tarheel1408 said:
Everyone is a premed for the same reasons:

Chicks, money, power, and chicks.
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But since HMO's have made it virtually impossible to make any real money which directly effects the number if chicks that come sniffing around (and don't ask me which tree their barking up because they sure as hell aren't pissing on mine), and as far as power goes, here I am during my free time letting some 13 year old psychology fellow who couldn't cut it in real medicine ask me questions about my personal life so here's the inside scoop there pumpkin....why don't you go ahead and tell me all about power...
 
Refreshing. Good post.

SamFujiyama said:
I think pretty highly of people who work their way through college and discover what they actually would like to do with their lives. I think less highly of people that look down on people before they have any clue what they are doing. Either way, I really don't give a damn, because I focus on my own success and not on clawing my way to the top.

Focus on yourself, and doing well. Stop worrying about this kind of crap. It will get you nothing but the ire of people with whom you could develop great friendships. I know you've been in college for all of a month at this point, so your experience is unparalleled, but you have know idea what your life will hold for you. You could decide medicine isn't for you, or you could fail miserably and not be able to obtain your goal. I'm not saying that this will happen, but it is a possibility. While you are wishing for others to drop like flies you might want to remember that failing and rejection are hard pills to swallow even when you haven't talked a lot of smack before hand. You're an adult now. Time to stop acting like a child.

Also, this may sound harsh and it is meant to. This mentality is an awful way to go through life, and too many people on SDN feed into the neurotic pre-med mindset. I have been where you are, and I have had those thoughts. I've also promptly seen my foot placed firmly into my mouth. Don't be that guy.
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ichor said:
Incoming freshman for UG and yes I know it's highly hypocritical for me to complain about a group I am part of.

But everyone wants to and thinks they can be a doctor. No brag, but I am confident I'm more qualified than half of these people and I'm still not confident about getting into med school like all of these people.

Why am I complaining? Because I might not get a spot in pre-med classes cause everyone's taking them.

Can't wait for the people in over their heads to drop off like flies. 😀

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Anyway, my point is, how did you guys feel about all those "posers"? Not people who legitimately try for med school and fail. But I mean someone like a sports teacher at my college who said she switched majors multiple times: from pre-med to pre-law to business to geology to sports.
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this coming from the guy who posted the question asking if he should join a "smoking frat" or a "drinking frat".
 
OP get off sdn, you will find yourself in the "what are my chances" board comparing your stats to the people who post in there. And sdn is not a good representation of the pre-med community just so you know.
 
medoc4 said:
this coming from the guy who posted the question asking if he should join a "smoking frat" or a "drinking frat".
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In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
 
ichor said:
I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.
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Or when you post about how to salvage your GPA through some post-bac, SMP, or EC-related issue.

Seriously, you have proven nothing. I'm sure you know that. Good luck.
 
ichor said:
But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.

P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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:laugh: This is exactly why pre-meds need to have a bit more fun.

Let's be nice 😉 it's too early in your SDN career to make enemies.
 
ichor said:
But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.

P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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Wow. Says the rushee. I bet you the bros wouldn't be too happy hearing about a prospective rushee talking like a big shot active... might have to do some e-sleuthing and send a few emails.

You sound like a champion doucher.
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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Rofl, you're gonna be a great frat star.

Consider that statistically the odds are that you won't be in medical school in four years (or ever), so rank number whatever should look pretty nice atm.

Simmer down and pump those brakes, champ.
 
Drive slow, homie. Drive slow.
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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Alcohol is probably more correlated with intelligence decline than weed.
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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i see business management in your future
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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FSU > your school

The frats and sorority peeps own in attractiveness 😛

Not to mention it would probably kick your booty in football 😎

Remember, every freshmen has no reason to ever say they'll be an auto-acceptance to med school. Unless they can predict the future. It's good to be confident, but cockiness makes you crazier than Miley Cyrus.
 
KnuxNole said:
FSU > your school

The frats and sorority peeps own in attractiveness 😛

Not to mention it would probably kick your booty in football 😎

Remember, every freshmen has no reason to ever say they'll be an auto-acceptance to med school. Unless they can predict the future. It's good to be confident, but cockiness makes you crazier than Miley Cyrus.
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My guess is he switches to finance after flunking O Chem 1

Also, yeah the Seminoles are rolling right now! The ACC is bringing it this season
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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man you are a serious loser
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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You are exactly the kind of premed that I hope my adcom screens out. Wouldn't want you as my classmate until you do some growing up. You realize your little premed world is a bubble that no one else cares about? Who cares if people want to try for premed, I don't care what they call themselves, if they want to be astronauts, President, how is that any skin off your back? Chill. PS some business, art, humanities, etc majors might actually be smarter than you (gasp). I wasn't premed or even a science major, took the MCAT and did well on it before I took the pre reqs. Don't be so judgemental, it will serve you well in your future.
 
It might have something to do with this. This is the cutest article I've seen in a long time: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/wait-but-why/generation-y-unhappy_b_3930620.html I'm in generation y, and admit that I can relate to a good part of this article. The article is about generation y yuppies, but I think it can also apply to a good extent to college students.

ichor said:
Incoming freshman for UG and yes I know it's highly hypocritical for me to complain about a group I am part of.

But everyone wants to and thinks they can be a doctor. No brag, but I am confident I'm more qualified than half of these people and I'm still not confident about getting into med school like all of these people.

Why am I complaining? Because I might not get a spot in pre-med classes cause everyone's taking them.

Can't wait for the people in over their heads to drop off like flies. 😀

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Anyway, my point is, how did you guys feel about all those "posers"? Not people who legitimately try for med school and fail. But I mean someone like a sports teacher at my college who said she switched majors multiple times: from pre-med to pre-law to business to geology to sports.
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OP, why do pre-med when one can do med instead, yes?
 
freakingoutabit said:
+1

Many UG pre-med freshman think along the lines of, "I got all As in my science classes in high school, so I should be a doctor! Weeee!" Most will (hopefully) explore their interest in medicine beyond their love for biology scantron tests, and many will realize that they would rather take their interest in science in a different direction or that they enjoy an entirely different field even more.
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Yes, and these students typically hear others telling them the same thing, "Oh, you got A's in bio and chem? You should be a doctor."


OP....don't worry about all of these kids filling up the seats. You're in classes now, next semester a good number of those premeds will "fall away" as their Bio I and Chem I grades are less than spectacular.
 
I want OP to come back and defend his honor.
 
Was fun while it lasted, friends.
 
ichor said:
In the context of this thread, yes, I am an ass hat. But how is that thread relevant?

Some studies show that consistent weed use is correlated with intelligence decline...if that's true, you better bet your ass I'd rather be in a drinking heavy frat instead. Plus, weed definitely makes many people lose motivation. I also don't have much experience with weed.



But what am I talking to you for? You're probably a GDI who hates on frats because you couldn't get a bid.

I'll back back, bumping this thread in a few years when I finally get into medical school.



P.S. Have fun at FSU. How's it going at rank #91?
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😎
 
Lots of people do pre-med because medicine is a stable, well-known career with a good income, even accounting for all the debt and time training. Most do not realize how difficult it can get (i.e. encounter organic chem or the MCAT) and drop out to pursue something else. And I agree with many who have responded - you've just got onto the pre-med track. Once you've at least taken the MCAT and gotten your pre-reqs done, you can start talking about whether you're more or less qualified than other pre-meds.
 
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