#futurephysician

hi my lovely pre-med angels!! 🤍 it's mindy hereee!

today's post is extra special because so many of you have been asking about extracurriculars for medical school!! if you know, my ultimate dream is to become a doctor, i'd love to either be a psychiatrist or a cardiologist, so anything medical-related is my favorite cup of coffee!! i'm literally so excited to share this comprehensive guide that will help you shine on your future applications. this post is for you if you're in high school or college, this guide will be your bestie through the journey!!

~ ♡ for my precious high school sweethearts ♡ ~

hospital + healthcare volunteering (my absolute fave!!) • aim for 100-150 hours minimum • try different departments to explore • build relationships with nurses + staff • pro tip: volunteer during summer break for more hours • keep a reflection journal of your experiences • bonus: ask for recommendation letters if you connect well!!

research opportunities • reach out to local universities • email professors about summer programs • join science fairs with medical projects • create your own research project • tip: start with literature reviews if labs aren't available • document everything for future applications!!

leadership + school involvement • start a medical interest club • lead health awareness campaigns • organize blood drives • create mental health support groups • join science olympiad • participate in biology competitions • personal story: i started a "future doctors club" + it literally changed my life!!

~ ♡ for my darling college angels ♡ ~

clinical experience (super important!!) • medical scribing (literally the best!!) • certified nursing assistant (CNA) • emergency medical technician (EMT) • phlebotomy certification + gain a bunch of different certifications online • medical assistant • tip: aim for 200+ hours minimum • pro secret: try different specialties!!

research involvement • join multiple labs if possible • aim for publication opportunities • present at conferences • write abstracts + papers • network with graduate students • maintain good relationships with PIs • secret tip: join journal clubs!!

leadership positions • pre-med society officer • tutoring coordinator • mentorship program leader • research team leader • volunteer coordinator • tip: create new positions if none exist!!

~ ♡ extra special activities for everyone ♡ ~

medical mission trips (life-changing!!)

start a health education blog

create medical awareness social media

join medical podcasting

organize health fairs

volunteer at free/non-profit clinics

shadow different specialists

join pre-med summer programs

work as a pharmacy technician

volunteer at nursing homes

organize medical supply drives

create health education programs

~ ♡ my personal tips + secrets ♡ ~

quality over quantity always!!

maintain each activity for at least 6 months

document everything (literally everything!!)

take lots of pictures (for memories + portfolio)

get contact info from supervisors

keep detailed reflection journals

network with other pre-meds

create spreadsheets to track hours

always ask for recommendation letters

maintain professional relationships

~ ♡ time management secrets ♡ ~

use google calendar religiously

block schedule your activities

don't overcommit (seriously!!)

maintain 2-3 main activities

rotate seasonal activities

leave time for self-care

schedule study breaks

plan one year ahead

keep backup activities ready

remember my loves: medical schools want to see dedication + passion!! don't just collect activities like pokemon cards (even tho that would be cute). focus on meaningful experiences that truly speak to your heart!!

pro tip: start a bullet journal to track your journey!! include your thoughts, feelings, and learning experiences. future you will literally cry happy tears when writing your personal statement!!

also!! please please please remember that your mental health comes first!! it's okay to take breaks, it's okay to say no, and it's absolutely okay to prioritize self-care. you'll be a better doctor if you learn these habits now!!

sending you the biggest virtual hugs + all my love!! you're doing amazing sweetie, and your future patients will be so lucky to have you!!

feel free to send more asks if you need specific advice!! i'm always here to support my precious future doctors and followers i call my sweetheart community!!

xoxo, mindy 🤍

p.s. remember to hydrate, get enough sleep, and take your vitamins!! doctor's orders!! <3

p.p.s. i'll be sharing more detailed guides about each activity soon, so stay tuned my loves!!

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1 Corinthians 1:27 "God has chosen the foolish things of the world to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to shame the things which are strong."

Within the Limbic system is an extremely small Hypothalamus, only a few cubic centimeters in size. Its weigh is only about 4 grams. Despite its mass which is about less than 1% of brain mass, it has a major role in control various parts of our body.

The hypothalamus controls most of the vegetative and endocrine functions of the body. That includes the Cardiovascular regulation wherein the hypothalamus can control the changes in the arterial pressure and the heart rate, the body temperature, the body water regulation (the thirst center and water excretion), the uterine contractility, the milk ejection from the breasts, the gastrointestinal and feeding regulation, and the releasing of hormones in the pituitary gland. Hypothalamus also influences our emotional behavior such as overt rage, fear, punishment reactions, tranquility, and sexual drive.

It is surprisingly amazing to know that this hypothalamus, very small insignificant in size, has a very broad spectrum of functions. Have you ever wondered why God gave so many abilities in this very small part of our brain? God could have given such tasks or functions to other bigger parts like cerebellum perhaps or brain stem.

In 1 Corinthians 1:27, it says that God uses foolish and weak things to shame the wise and strong. Have you ever noticed that God always uses things that are useless for us in doing many great things?

Going back to the story of David, a SMALL boy killed a giant with a sling and SMALL stones (1 Samuel 17:40). The same is for Samson when he used a jawbone of a donkey to kill thousands of enemies (Judges 15:15). In the time of Elijah, God used the handful of flour and little oil of widow in Zarepath to sustain Elijah, the widow, and her son throughout the drought. In the time of Gideon, the 300 Israelites used only their pitchers, lamps, and trumpets- things are really useless in going to battle, in defeating thousands of Midianite soldiers. Jesus also used 5 loaves of bread and 2 fishes to feed 5000 men. God uses the small insignificant things in doing great things!

Now, let us compare ourselves with the sizes of the sun, the planets, the stars, and other galaxies. We won't even represent a dot in those celestial bodies! But why is it that God even sent His son, Jesus to die in our place, to save us from the destruction of sin?