8 Most Common Medical School Personal Statement Mistakes

Does the thought of tackling the medical school personal statement stress you out? 🤯
It makes sense why students-and perhaps you-are so concerned about your all-important essay.
You probably know someone who achieved a solid GPA and MCAT score, conducted research, shadowed physicians, and engaged in meaningful volunteer work, yet still got rejected by every medical school they applied to. What went wrong?
Many students who get rejected by all medical schools struggle to communicate why they'll be a good doctor. They write cliche application essays that fail to stand out because they don't exactly know what admissions committees are looking for.
Your personal statement is critical to showing medical school admissions committees why they should choose you over thousands of qualified applicants. In this video, you'll learn the 8 most common medical school personal statement mistakes, plus a strategy to avoid each one.
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[@kstein719]

I learn best with examples so this was VERY helpful for me. Thank you!

[@RiSiNgUy]

Wow, these are amazing tips for any kind of personal statement. I've been coming back to it every once and a while to sharpen various essays, and it's helped me every time.

[@Shemmassian]

Thanks, Troy! We also have a guide with plenty of examples that I think you'll find valuable: www.shemmassianconsulting.com/blog/medical-school-personal-statement-analysis

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[@estherm877]

Thanks!! I'm more confident on what to do now!

[@ucheakoma863]

This is gold

[@Shemmassian]

Yes sir! Super crucial right now given application season.

[@mesarypaul5824]

Thank you 🙏🏾 for this

[@saidchammas]

Thank you. Super helpful video

[@Shemmassian]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@yoonheechoe6007]

You are the best!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@Shemmassian]

You're welcome!

[@mekdalwitjoseph4964]

Can you do about oxford university. For international students

[@yb5rr]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!

[@Shemmassian]

You're welcome!

[@Maddawg31415]

When we talk about how an experience changed us or how we impacted others, is there a concern as to how many times we use the terms “I” or “me” in the statement?

[@Shemmassian]

Nope! So long as you use these words naturally, it shouldn't be an issue.

[@mesarypaul5824]

Can I talk about research experiences from high school too ?

[@nikkidejnoprat7708]

Dear Dr. Shemmassian, if an application got rejected the previous year and is reapplying, should it be mentioned in the personal statement that he/she was rejected last year??

[@Shemmassian]

Hi Nikki! No need to mention this in your personal statement. I encourage you to watch our video on reapplying here: th-cam.com/video/qQ92ZDfJrhI/w-d-xo.html

[@emmaharlo962]

Hi! What's your opinion on discussing shadowing experiences in a personal statement? For example, seeing a doctor treat a patient a certain way that really stood out to you

[@Shemmassian]

Totally fine, but make sure to link it back to the insights you gained and how you applied them yourself.

[@jeanvictorjean6926]

Say no more. I wish I could like it twice! 10/10

[@ryanquinn8216]

Hard disagree with the 7th one. Almost everyone else recommends having a strong hook. Of course, you have to have a reason for talking about it, but having a strong hook is very important.

[@porshgoddess142]

A strong hook does not have to be dramatic though. It can be a concise statement that makes the reader want to read further.