do you think its a red flag if i mainly have paid clinical experience? im currently in an emt class bc i plan on being an emt until i apply ... bc i kinda need to work at the same time to pay for tuition so my ratio for paid:unpaid clinical hours might be really off 😔 im still doing unpaid volunteering but its not really “consistent” (like ive been to a few senior centers to help out but thats it... its fun tho!!) ... bc mainly im volunteering for non clinical stuff instead (like helping deliver goods during covid) 😔 i dont really know how to balance everything thats required bc i still have to fit in research, clubs im already in, school work, etc....
I'm not too sure, but I'd assume that there isn't a ratio adcom sees/compares between your experiences. Definitely take care of the non-negotiables like supporting finances depending on your specific circumstances. Clinical experience, whether it's paid pr unpaid, is clinical experience! I think it's moreso a classification for AMCAS, but as long as you gain experience and grow, then that is an invaluable activity. I def feel like I 'had to do everything' and overloaded, but what I wish I did was - secure solid study habits, choose 1 quality 'new' activity each quarter or couple of quarters (they add up over time!), and hone down on maybe 2-3 activities that mean a lot to you and your story. Quality involvement definitely supersedes #!
Hi Nguyen! Of course :-) I actually talked about my role and tasks as a clinical research coordinator in this video (th-cam.com/video/Hjfsup8euMw/w-d-xo.html starting @ 7:22), but please let me know if you have any other questions!
Thanks for stopping by! I came across a instagram profile I follow that gave some great tips for how to get involved during COVID times. Her name is Clara (@the.medisun.blog), and she's an MS1 at Case Western! instagram.com/stories/highlights/18062807020237218/ - highlight reel of some activities to do instagram.com/p/CB_DzDrhFUF/ - post about what to do during pre-med summers Clara recommended to get involved w virtual volunteering (crisistextline, tutoring possibly for kids of healthcare/frontline workers), PPE distribution events, learn python/programming (as a skill for future research involvements), ask local hospitals how you can help, and ask a Dr. to video call in place of shadowing to get an inside look into their profession. I hope this helps!
Hi Varsha! I'm not too sure myself but came across these sites with the same question SDN - forums.studentdoctor.net/threads/is-pharmacy-tech-considered-clinical-experience.1347077/#:~:text=DoctorSwagger%20said%3A-,Is%20pharmacy%20tech%20considered%20clinical%20experience%3F,learn%20a%20lot%20about%20pharmaceuticals. Dr. Gray - medicalschoolhq.net/adg-92-ask-dr-gray-premed-qa-clarifying-clinical-experience-what-counts/ I think the general consensus is that it depends on your role , but it's generally not considered a clincial experience. I hope those sources help clarify!
Whew! So glad I watched your video! Thank you for clearly explaining how to get clinical experience. Best of luck as you finish medical school!
Just found my position a couple months ago at an urgen care as a MA. I’m applying next cycle so hopefully I get in!!
YES! That's awesome, DeAndre :-) That experience is going to be suuuuuuper helpful to have under your belt. I'm rooting for you!!
do you think its a red flag if i mainly have paid clinical experience? im currently in an emt class bc i plan on being an emt until i apply ... bc i kinda need to work at the same time to pay for tuition so my ratio for paid:unpaid clinical hours might be really off 😔
im still doing unpaid volunteering but its not really “consistent” (like ive been to a few senior centers to help out but thats it... its fun tho!!) ... bc mainly im volunteering for non clinical stuff instead (like helping deliver goods during covid) 😔
i dont really know how to balance everything thats required bc i still have to fit in research, clubs im already in, school work, etc....
I'm not too sure, but I'd assume that there isn't a ratio adcom sees/compares between your experiences. Definitely take care of the non-negotiables like supporting finances depending on your specific circumstances.
Clinical experience, whether it's paid pr unpaid, is clinical experience! I think it's moreso a classification for AMCAS, but as long as you gain experience and grow, then that is an invaluable activity.
I def feel like I 'had to do everything' and overloaded, but what I wish I did was - secure solid study habits, choose 1 quality 'new' activity each quarter or couple of quarters (they add up over time!), and hone down on maybe 2-3 activities that mean a lot to you and your story. Quality involvement definitely supersedes #!
Would scribing count as clinical hours
Can you talk more about your job as a clinical research coordinator? Thank you!
Hi Nguyen! Of course :-) I actually talked about my role and tasks as a clinical research coordinator in this video (th-cam.com/video/Hjfsup8euMw/w-d-xo.html starting @ 7:22), but please let me know if you have any other questions!
Hello!
Thanks for this video. Currently hospitals are not taking students volunteers. Do you have any recommendations?
Thanks for stopping by! I came across a instagram profile I follow that gave some great tips for how to get involved during COVID times. Her name is Clara (@the.medisun.blog), and she's an MS1 at Case Western!
instagram.com/stories/highlights/18062807020237218/ - highlight reel of some activities to do
instagram.com/p/CB_DzDrhFUF/ - post about what to do during pre-med summers
Clara recommended to get involved w virtual volunteering (crisistextline, tutoring possibly for kids of healthcare/frontline workers), PPE distribution events, learn python/programming (as a skill for future research involvements), ask local hospitals how you can help, and ask a Dr. to video call in place of shadowing to get an inside look into their profession. I hope this helps!
@@sydneyvdong Thank you so much.
@@msharmin6194 of course!
Hi! Would pharmacy technician be considered clinical? I'm struggling to categorize it.
Hi Varsha! I'm not too sure myself but came across these sites with the same question
SDN - forums.studentdoctor.net/threads/is-pharmacy-tech-considered-clinical-experience.1347077/#:~:text=DoctorSwagger%20said%3A-,Is%20pharmacy%20tech%20considered%20clinical%20experience%3F,learn%20a%20lot%20about%20pharmaceuticals.
Dr. Gray - medicalschoolhq.net/adg-92-ask-dr-gray-premed-qa-clarifying-clinical-experience-what-counts/
I think the general consensus is that it depends on your role , but it's generally not considered a clincial experience. I hope those sources help clarify!
Great video!! I also make videos about medical school, all the best luck in your first year!!!
omg hi, Melisa! I actually have watched some of your vids before hehe. Thank you for stopping by and best of luck for your first year too 🥰
@@sydneyvdong Thank you so much! looking forward to your med school vlogs/advice videos jeje