Switching Paths

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Hey Fellow Non-Trads!

Long story short, I was involved with the arts for about seven years especially in dancing! I went to a university for Dance as my major and after three semesters, I finally decided for myself that it wasn't for me. I indulged into the realistic world of how it was and it wasn't a walk in the park.

I believe my dance experience can help play a uniqueness in my character and applications, but I find this to be a good thing because I'm still young and I have time to figure what I want to do.

Currently, I am taking my general pre-requisites to apply to a nursing school to finish my degree in a healthcare related field. The long-term goal is to get into a Medical at some point.

After looking at my school selection within the next two years, I don't have much research, clinical or volunteer activities.

What can I do to help my Medical School application?

I'm pretty sure this has been asked a million times but I really need any criticism or help as a way to help guide me in the right direction

 

[Goro]

You can start by shadowing, and volunteering in both clinical and non-clinical venues.


Not all volunteering needs to be in a hospital. Think hospice, Planned Parenthood, Ronald McDonald House, nursing homes, rehab facilities, crisis hotlines, camps for sick children, or clinics.

Service need not be "unique". If you can alleviate suffering in your community through service to the poor, homeless, illiterate, fatherless, etc, you are meeting an otherwise unmet need and learning more about the lives of the people (or types of people) who will someday be your patients. Check out your local houses of worship for volunteer opportunities.

Examples include: Habitat for Humanity, Humane Society, crisis hotlines, soup kitchen, food pantry, homeless or women’s shelter, after-school tutoring for students or coaching a sport in a poor school district, teaching ESL to adults at a community center, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, or Meals on Wheels.

 

[Noteanoshade]

You can start by shadowing, and volunteering in both clinical and non-clinical venues.


Not all volunteering needs to be in a hospital. Think hospice, Planned Parenthood, Ronald McDonald House, nursing homes, rehab facilities, crisis hotlines, camps for sick children, or clinics.

Service need not be "unique". If you can alleviate suffering in your community through service to the poor, homeless, illiterate, fatherless, etc, you are meeting an otherwise unmet need and learning more about the lives of the people (or types of people) who will someday be your patients. Check out your local houses of worship for volunteer opportunities.

Examples include: Habitat for Humanity, Humane Society, crisis hotlines, soup kitchen, food pantry, homeless or women’s shelter, after-school tutoring for students or coaching a sport in a poor school district, teaching ESL to adults at a community center, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, or Meals on Wheels.

I thought about shadowing physicians and other specialties to show that I am willing to see more than just one career path. Would that better or should I merely stick to one certain career?

I used to tutor a lot and volunteer at my church! That's already a plus!

I just applied for two openings for being a patient sitter, would that help at all or should I stick to volunteering?

 

[Goro]

Getting paid is good. But you are still expected to display your humanism and altruism. You won't be working 24/7.

The idea behind shadowing is to see what a doctor's day is like. Shadowing more than one kind is good because you can see the differences and similarities in how different doctors practice Medicine.

Here' s a useful book to read;

Amazon product ASIN 1607148358
Shill alert: Dr Hartwig is an old professional colleague of mine. Our paths crossed back in the day.

I thought about shadowing physicians and other specialties to show that I am willing to see more than just one career path. Would that better or should I merely stick to one certain career?

I used to tutor a lot and volunteer at my church! That's already a plus!

I just applied for two openings for being a patient sitter, would that help at all or should I stick to volunteering?

 

[Noteanoshade]

Getting paid is good. But you are still expected to display your humanism and altruism. You won't be working 24/7.

The idea behind shadowing is to see what a doctor's day is like. Shadowing more than one kind is good because you can see the differences and similarities in how different doctors practice Medicine.

Here' s a useful book to read;

Amazon product ASIN 1607148358
Shill alert: Dr Hartwig is an old professional colleague of mine. Our paths crossed back in the day.

I work part-time because I want to but if volunteering is more important. . then I try to show my genuine and honest character through doing so.

I'm not exactly seeing the link or name of the book you recommended in your post

Speaking of reading, do you know any good magazines or publishers that would help me broaden my view on medicine?

By the way, I realized your location is near Saint Louis. I actually live in Saint Louis! 🙂