Hello Dr. Myers. I have a few questions. 1) I have a 3.0 overall GPA and a 2.75 science GPA and would like to greatly enhance my academic credentials to gain...
e723k9
e723k9@...
Feb 1, 2004 9:52 pm
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I replied directly to Enya, but I'll post here, in case others are interested. See below. Best, Dr. M ... The SMP is specifically designed for med school...
Dr. Myers, I'm currently enrolled in a post-bacc pre-med program which I am due to complete in August (August 10th, to be exact). Since I haven't completed...
When will/have the first round of decisions be/been sent out?...
andrewheitman
andrewheitman@...
Feb 2, 2004 3:58 pm
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Dr. Myers, I have a question about whether or not I should apply this year for SMP. I understand that its very hard to come up with an evaluation based on...
nehishirke
nehishirke@...
Feb 2, 2004 9:51 pm
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... This was what Dr. Meyers posted in a previous message (last week I believe): We have very, very few applications that are actually complete and turned...
uprising4a
uprising4a@...
Feb 2, 2004 11:29 pm
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Dear N, I'm assuming the 3.93 represents a good number of credits. If so, I'd encourage you to apply, and to work hard on the MCAT. If you can get upper 30's,...
Hello Dr. Myers, I have not completed all of my prerequisites for medical school. I am missing my second session of O chem. Should I still apply to the masters...
lovelylorielle
lovelylorielle@...
Feb 3, 2004 4:09 pm
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Dear Mr. Myers, I am currently taking organic chemistry II, but am finding it very hard to get into a lab class (the lab and the lecture are different classes...
mdasp2005
mdasp2005@...
Feb 3, 2004 7:44 pm
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We don't actually have a lag year between our program and medical school for most of our students. Anyway, taking it this summer is fine. Best, Dr. M...
Hi Dr. Myers, I submitted my application and supplemental materials last month, including my score from the August 2003 MCAT. I am currently preparing to take...
Anyone else getting tired of waiting to hear from schools (med and physio)? Im dying here!! I have to hear from 8 more schools waiting for interviews ...
andrewheitman
andrewheitman@...
Feb 10, 2004 7:02 pm
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Dear Dr. Adam, I'm a senior at Emory University in my last semester of study. I will be earning my B.S. in Biology this coming May 2004. I have a 3.90...
khaledkrisht
khaledkrisht@...
Feb 11, 2004 7:41 am
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Although I'm not Dr. Meyers, I am a student that knows a little about the medical school selection process/post bacc programs You have a borderline mcat (fine...
aldehydedehydrogenase
aldehydedehydrogenase...
Feb 11, 2004 4:11 pm
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Hi Andrew, I am in a similar situation. I know many others who are in the same situation as well. Hang in there. Things tend to work out in the end... Good...
runwalk4kids
husung@...
Feb 11, 2004 5:07 pm
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In essence, I agree with the general points in dehydrogenase's answer. Our program would certainly look favorably at numbers like 3.9 and 27, because, after...
Hang in there! We're still very early in the SMP admission cycle - by comparison, it's like expecting to hear by July 11 from med schools... it isn't really...
This question is for previous physiology students that did not get into medical school after completion of the program or did not continue with their...
e723k9
e723k9@...
Feb 20, 2004 8:01 pm
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Not having completed the SMP but having some experience in trying to get a job there are a couple options I know of: 1: The NIH offers programs in research...
andrewheitman
andrewheitman@...
Feb 23, 2004 4:05 pm
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Thanks, Andrew. I'd just add that some of our students find clinical work, and some find teaching jobs. Employment hasn't been a problem in recent years. Best,...
Dr. Myers, How would you advise someone who has been working as a nurse and decide to return to school for an MD? Would you recommend the SMP program as well...
Dear Marie, This is a tough question, because it depends on several factors. If the MCAT score was strong, SMP might be suitable. We've actually had several ...
... a masters ... Award (IRTA ... stipend, ... basically ... i love how you got in a self-plug under the guise of giving someone advice! brilliant!...
tester1_2004
tester1_2004@...
Feb 23, 2004 10:40 pm
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I highly doubt my "self plug" here on the board is under consideration by the admissions committee.... especially since it is allready in my application. I am...
andrewheitman
andrewheitman@...
Feb 24, 2004 2:01 am
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Hi, I was just curious what the Open House was. I just received my acceptance to SMP today but did not receive an open house invitation. Should I still...
uprising4a
uprising4a@...
Feb 24, 2004 5:01 am
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Does anyone know where I can find more info about the open house? Thanks, Shan...
gozeemer1
gozeemer1@...
Feb 24, 2004 5:54 am
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I received an invite for the Open House today. The email does not tell too much about the event except for the date and time. It seems like an all day event...