Philip Ramirez, MED 2012

"To me, MED was an opportunity to get a feel for what medical school would entail while learning about the ability to overcome some of life's biggest obstacles from my fellow MED family. There were a lot of really special people in this program. If I had one thing to say to anyone who was debating whether or not they should apply to the MED program, it's that the MED program will literally change your life."

Ahlivia Mattocks, MED 2012

"MED 2012 was an inspiration to me. The workload was stressful, but the experiences and the support that I received in return was more than what I could ask for. Upon the completion of the program, there was a sense of "we made it through this and now we can do anything mentality." I left MED with so much more than what I initially came with, and I will forever be grateful to the MED staff, TAs, and my fellow MED 2012 participants that impacted my life in such an amazing way."

Kimberly Hargraves, MED 2012

"MED is a place of growth. It's a place to discover if medicine is right for you.       Hard work and commitment will get you through the program."

Duke Okeke, MED 2012

"MED was an experience I'll never forget. It brought out a drive in all of the participants that was truly motivating. Being surrounded by such a diverse group of students with similar goals really helped me solidify my faith in the future doctors of America. Though we were a small population, I saw a lot of big hearts and capable minds. This experience was all about growth, personally and otherwise. If I could, I would do it all over again."

Jose Delgado, MED 2012

"MED changed my life. I gained a lot of knowledge and life-lasting friendships. Not only was challenging with the classes, it was very interesting with the labs, and even funny with all the group activities. It helped me grow a lot in all areas and created a better more confident me. Being exposed to different environments, different smart people with very different backgrounds truly changed my points of view and opened my mind. MED made me feel part of something and I always felt/feel supported on every step. I did not go out of my box, I expanded my box. Thank you for everything guys!"

Alexis Webb, MED 2012

"This program advertises that it is an academic enhancement, however there was an abundance of personal growth which I think is an amazing opportunity as well. This program also serves as a true evaluation in regards to how prepared students are for entering the healthcare profession. Although the program may rearrange the time / schedule that a student may put him / herself on, I believe that the staff and all those involved genuinely care about each student and putting them in the right direction. During the closing ceremony my mom told me that she could really feel a loving and heart-felt spirit in the room, which I believe is a very powerful statement made from someone who knows very minimal information regarding this program."