BigRedStress:
Did you come to US in the recent past? If you did, then you should explain this. If you came when you were relatively young (10ish), then you're really fighting an uphill battle.
Also, it shows in your Undergraduate record--an 8 in MCAT verbal and say A's in tough English classes might mean something bad to the ADCOMs.
Also, which professor did you research with? Reason I ask is, I am going to be in Cornell, as an entering sophomore this Fall. I really want to get involved in research. I was hoping you could provide info on some good Professors to do research with? I had no previous experience, but am very good academically and interpersonally.
Thank you, and I hope the best of luck with your Med school endeavors.
You seem to be an excellent candidate to enter an M.D. program. Consider applying as an M.D., and then sign up for the PhD option later in your school career. Most (if not all) let you do this, I believe.