Recovery From a Bad Semester

[DO_hopeful48]

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Hello all, this semester did not go as well as I would have hoped grade wise. I had a 3.33 cgpa before this semester started, now I have a 3.21. My first science courses are, Bio 1 for pre-professionals: B, and Chem 1: C, which puts me at an sgpa of 2.46. About a month ago in November, I was diagnosed with ADHD, which explains everything, innattention, lack of motivation etc. But my treatment started when it was around time for finals, so it was an uphill battle trying to get everything going the way I needed. My professors are extremely supportive, because they see my tenacity and dedication to shadowing as volunteering every week. Ever since my treatment started I have been able to focus and formulate a reliable study plan, but still feel like some skills can be improved upon. Becoming a physician is not just a dream, but a reality. Now it’s just up to me to get on the right track, to get there sooner. Any advice would be appreciated!

 

[DO_hopeful48]

I have tons of research experience, with 2 most likely leading to publications, and lots of volunteer service with minority and economically disadvantaged children as well. With over 150 hours shadowing an MD ER physician, and 80 hours with a DO orthopedic surgeon, with more shadowing coming from primary care DOs as well

Hello all, this semester did not go as well as I would have hoped grade wise. I had a 3.33 cgpa before this semester started, now I have a 3.21. My first science courses are, Bio 1 for pre-professionals: B, and Chem 1: C, which puts me at an sgpa of 2.46. About a month ago in November, I was diagnosed with ADHD, which explains everything, innattention, lack of motivation etc. But my treatment started when it was around time for finals, so it was an uphill battle trying to get everything going the way I needed. My professors are extremely supportive, because they see my tenacity and dedication to shadowing as volunteering every week. Ever since my treatment started I have been able to focus and formulate a reliable study plan, but still feel like some skills can be improved upon. Becoming a physician is not just a dream, but a reality. Now it’s just up to me to get on the right track, to get there sooner. Any advice would be appreciated!

 

[NotYY4U]

Hello all, this semester did not go as well as I would have hoped grade wise. I had a 3.33 cgpa before this semester started, now I have a 3.21. My first science courses are, Bio 1 for pre-professionals: B, and Chem 1: C, which puts me at an sgpa of 2.46. About a month ago in November, I was diagnosed with ADHD, which explains everything, innattention, lack of motivation etc. But my treatment started when it was around time for finals, so it was an uphill battle trying to get everything going the way I needed. My professors are extremely supportive, because they see my tenacity and dedication to shadowing as volunteering every week. Ever since my treatment started I have been able to focus and formulate a reliable study plan, but still feel like some skills can be improved upon. Becoming a physician is not just a dream, but a reality. Now it’s just up to me to get on the right track, to get there sooner. Any advice would be appreciated!

I've been pre-med full time for 5 years and part time for 2 years now, it is only over when you walk away. By the 6th year mark I had done so much already it would have been ridiculous not to continue and get my reward for it.

 

[deleted480308]

Just get better grades, however that is accomplished

 

[Goro]

Hello all, this semester did not go as well as I would have hoped grade wise. I had a 3.33 cgpa before this semester started, now I have a 3.21. My first science courses are, Bio 1 for pre-professionals: B, and Chem 1: C, which puts me at an sgpa of 2.46. About a month ago in November, I was diagnosed with ADHD, which explains everything, innattention, lack of motivation etc. But my treatment started when it was around time for finals, so it was an uphill battle trying to get everything going the way I needed. My professors are extremely supportive, because they see my tenacity and dedication to shadowing as volunteering every week. Ever since my treatment started I have been able to focus and formulate a reliable study plan, but still feel like some skills can be improved upon. Becoming a physician is not just a dream, but a reality. Now it’s just up to me to get on the right track, to get there sooner. Any advice would be appreciated!

Go visit your school's learning or education center for help with study skills, time mgt skills, test taking tips, etc.

 

[Robin-jay]

You just need to study more, and more efficiently.

Getting better grades isn't rocket science.

Its study, study, and more study.

 

[de Ribas]

Its study, study, and more study.

and then a little more study

 

[BitcoinBoi]

Now that you know the issue, simply get the best grades possible going forward.