As you start your journey to prepare for your medical path ahead, you might want to consider connecting with a mentor. It’s not an easy task, but thanks to this AACOMAS interview with medical students, you can get a sense of how it’s well worth it in the long run. A mentor who’s been down this road before and already finished the process is a great person to provide you with guidance on the route ahead.
Nicolet Finger, DO, is a second-year resident in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and a former medical student from the University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Take a look at Dr. Finger’s interview, along with other medical students who give great pointers on finding your new mentor.
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