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hey all, what's the social/dating scene like in med school? i'm a fourth year premed who's facing the end of her undergrad years and i'm starting to miss my friends. in fact, studying for the mcat this april pretty much blows because i spend most of my time running around on campus or studying by myself.

 

[bigfrank]

In speaking with my single friends, I've found that it is difficult in dating within the medical school because people tend to be extremely busy. And it seems to be difficult dating someone outside of medical school because s/he will expect more from you than you're able to give.

Marriage is really the way to go. I would recommend that you find an online dating search engine ASAP, get hooked up, and enjoy 4 years of medical school lovin' life as a married person.

Good luck on the MCAT.

 

[md_hopeful21]

do a search

 

[thackl]

And it seems to be difficult dating someone outside of medical school because s/he will expect more from you than you're able to give.

I think this depends on if your a chic or a dude. I had one of my best relationships with a med student (she was, I wasn't). As a guy, I really enjoyed the time we had together, but I also liked having time to myself when she had to study.

 

[fun8stuff]

i have heard it is harder for woman because a lot of guys tend to be intimidated by these type of woman... but, this is all hearsay....

 

[Michelangelo]

hey all, what's the social/dating scene like in med school? i'm a fourth year premed who's facing the end of her undergrad years and i'm starting to miss my friends. in fact, studying for the mcat this april pretty much blows because i spend most of my time running around on campus or studying by myself.

Here's my 2 cents as a soon-to-be-graduating 4th year med student:

It all depends on what your particular med school is like. I go to a school that is competitive but balanced with a social life. I met my significant other in med school, and I've also seen several hookups and breakups in each class.

If you're going to one of the cut-throat programs, I suggest that you find time to keep up with your interests outside of medicine (hobbies, sports, etc.) so you can hang out with others who share your interests. And marrying someone before med school may not be such a great idea since there are several divorces in the medical community.

Best of luck to you. 🙂

 

[doc05]

and if you do get married before or during med school, sign a prenup.

 

[red dot]

and if you do get married before or during med school, sign a prenup.

haha! i would, but i'm feeling a bit broke right now *envisioning application costs and hopefully-plane-ticket costs*

i'm not trying to get married or something. but my mom just came over tonight to hang out and she was "casually" mentioning how her friend's daughter is 30 and still not married -- meaning she thinks it'll be too late and my eggs will be old or i will be old and ugly by then (i'm not sure which one). btw does that happen to anyone -- their moms frowning about not having grandkids?! whatev.

 

[chopper]

haha! i would, but i'm feeling a bit broke right now *envisioning application costs and hopefully-plane-ticket costs*

i'm not trying to get married or something. but my mom just came over tonight to hang out and she was "casually" mentioning how her friend's daughter is 30 and still not married -- meaning she thinks it'll be too late and my eggs will be old or i will be old and ugly by then (i'm not sure which one). btw does that happen to anyone -- their moms frowning about not having grandkids?! whatev.

Well, I have many younger siblings who are beginning to have kids at much younger ages, so I don't have the whole grandkid pressure. And I'm a guy, so the whole female guilt trip deal that my mom and sisters all have doesn't seem to affect me. How THAT whole dynamic works, I'm don't know. My normal mom and normal sisters all start acting wierd when they are in one room together.

I figure it will happen when it happens. I'd love to meet a nice girl in med school. In a way, it's nice to have someone who is going through the same thing as me. So we each have someone who 'knows' what its like. But then again, it would be nice to have someone outside of it all so I don't go through life in a bubble always talking about medicine. I've moved arounds so much since college that I never had the chance to form any deep relationships. Believe it or not, the 4 years in med school will be the longest I've lived in one place since undergradute (in over a decade).

In the end, I'll just keep an open mind hope for the best. And go to a school with lots of opportunities. 🙂

 

[DebDynamite]

and if you do get married before or during med school, sign a prenup.

RiGHt-ON!

 

[bigfrank]

and if you do get married before or during med school, sign a prenup.

Right, it's those doctors who marry AFTER residency when they meet a young hot nurse who marry for all the right reasons and without the risk of future marital troubles.......they don't need a prenup! 🙄

 

[gattaca]

as a med student, i have to admit that most people in my class are either married, engaged, or in long term relationships. and it's difficult meeting people not in med school because, well, i find bars are not the best place to meet people...so yes, it does get a bit difficult to meet people. it seems that most people met their significant other before med school started.

just my opinion.

 

[v-tach]

i'm not trying to get married or something. but my mom just came over tonight to hang out and she was "casually" mentioning how her friend's daughter is 30 and still not married -- meaning she thinks it'll be too late and my eggs will be old or i will be old and ugly by then (i'm not sure which one). btw does that happen to anyone -- their moms frowning about not having grandkids?! whatev.

I'm not even in med school yet--still waiting to get in--but here's my experience on this issue. I haven't had any pressure from my family to get married and have kids. My personal feeling is that it would be best for me to stay single and concentrate on taking care of my patients rather than trying to take care of a husband and family in addition--I know some people do manage that, but I feel I would have a hard time balancing it. I have mentioned this to my parents and they are fine with it and haven't given me any guilt trip about not giving them grandkids etc. I guess what I'm trying to say is that you shouldn't feel like you "have to" get married--it can be a really wonderful thing (provided you get the right kind of guy), my intent is not to be negative about marriage or motherhood or anything like that; however, being single does have certain advantages if one can handle it, and may even be preferable for some people. If you have a Bible handy, I would recommend reading 1 Corinthians 7 for some insight on this topic--it is quite encouraging.

 

[Columbia22]

And i will recommend 3 Genesis 21, Go now out and pro-create.

 

[thackl]

Right, it's those doctors who marry AFTER residency when they meet a young hot nurse who marry for all the right reasons and without the risk of future marital troubles.......they don't need a prenup! 🙄

If your wife supports you through med school in any way, the MD is (in many states) considered to be future co-investment. If she decides to leave, you will be up **** crick finantially for the rest of your life.