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I am so excited to share my Medical School Journey with you! It has been a long road to even get to this point, but I finally have been accepted and start my program Fall 2020. It’s one thing to try and get into medical school, but it’s easier when you have an idea of what you’re getting into. By sharing my journey and what is going on, I hope to help you be more prepared as you turn in applications and start your own journey. These posts will be honest, reflective, and give you a true insight into the life of a med student. There are so many misconceptions and stereotypes associated with going to medical school. My blog hopes to deconstruct some of these myths with my own stories.

I also hope to be a source of entertainment. I am a pretty good story teller and hope to turn my misery into laughs for you. If possible, I also hope to inspire you future doctors and PreMeds. This process is hard and disheartening, but following my story may help you get through hard times. If you feel like you have a friend, then it makes the journey a little easier. But, I won’t just be sharing the good stuff. I will also be sharing my mistakes too so hopefully you can avoid those. As you embark on your journey, share your thoughts with me, and maybe we have some similarities. I want to know about your Medical School Journey as well so we can start a dialogue.

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Med Student Travels – Hits and Misses on my Affordable Hawaiian Vacation

Posted on July 25, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

Aloha, I can’t wait to tell you about my affordable Hawaiian Vacay! It was so fun and I was glad

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How I Survived My First Year of Medical School – 10 Simple Rules

Posted on July 5, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

It’s the middle of the summer, and I’m just getting around to writing how I survived my first year of

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Delicious 300-Calorie Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe You Must Try Now

Posted on March 15, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

I am changing the game of passive cooking with my new crockpot Taco Soup Recipe. This low calorie soup gets

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Dear Med Student: You Gotta Know What’s Going on in the World

Posted on March 11, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

Awareness is so essential as a medical student. There are so many things that impact health, including daily current events.

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How to Be Your Own Educational Advocate: Six Easy Steps

Posted on February 14, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

One of the most undervalued lessons in education is how to be your own educational advocate. It’s important that you

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Open Letter from a Grieving Medical Student: Faith Over Sadness

Posted on February 4, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

This post is dedicated to my lovely grandmother, Faith. Dear Grandma, Death is not the end. Death is the beginning

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Dr. Jasmine Johnson – Great Advice on Medicine and Family Balance

Posted on January 29, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

I’m so excited about my first Melanated and Meducated interview with The Mrs. The Mommy. The M.D. Dr. Jasmine Johnson

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How to Build Resiliency: Fighting Back When Knocked Down

Posted on January 25, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

The biggest lesson I learned when trying to apply to medical school was how to build resiliency. Honestly, a major

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Sweet Steak Marinade for a Delicious and Easy Dinner

Posted on January 18, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

I know it’s been a minute since I’ve given you a recipe, but I’m going to make it up to

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New Year’s Gym Struggles: How to Get Back and Stay Back

Posted on January 11, 2021July 12, 2022 Darian D.

This first full week of the New Year has brought school stress and New Year’s gym struggles. I’m embarrassed to

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