Med school with very few science courses

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[DAPI]

I just graduated with a BA in psychology with the plan of attending a PhD program. After working for a few months in a full time research position I know I was about to make a horrible mistake. I'm planning to take some time and make sure med school is the right option for me but what would be the best way to become competitive? 3.4GPA, strong references, 4+ years of research experience but the most basic science courses possible (took intro to calc, a natural science course for my requirement so I don't even have chem/bio 101. I have zero interest in going back for a BS, I would rather get a masters in some sort of public health field. Any suggestions?

You need to go back and take chem/bio/orgo/physics for med school. Check out the non-traditional forum for info on SMP and postbacc programs.

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/forumdisplay.php?f=110

 

[Pigglyjuff]

I just graduated with a BA in psychology with the plan of attending a PhD program. After working for a few months in a full time research position I know I was about to make a horrible mistake. I'm planning to take some time and make sure med school is the right option for me but what would be the best way to become competitive? 3.4GPA, strong references, 4+ years of research experience but the most basic science courses possible (took intro to calc, a natural science course for my requirement so I don't even have chem/bio 101. I have zero interest in going back for a BS, I would rather get a masters in some sort of public health field. Any suggestions?

Many many many schools have pre-req post-baccalaureates, which you would definitely need, including physics, possibly English, Ochem like someone else said, etc. Top programs that come to mind are Goucher, Bryn Mawr, American, etc.