I have been watching that one medfluencer, who is unnamed lol, since she first started and I agree that she went about this all wrong. She was very transparent with the fact that her advising business made her lots of money, but there was no need to declare that she was leaving medicine if she planned on completing her degree. I'm sure this announcement has created issues for her outside of social media, considering that she also told everyone that she received a full-tuition scholarship. So now it appears that she is getting a medical degree for free just to charge pre-meds for her advise on getting into med school. Listen, I'm not mad at it, but I understand why some people are. She should have waited to give this announcement until it was time to apply for match. It would have made sense then, but right now, she in the middle of Medical School, and this announcement may deter students from using her services, and make it necessary for her to use her education and become a doctor.
To play devils advocate: not everyone goes to medical school for the purpose of clinical practice. For example, people who want to do the business side or pharmaceutical side. You can even get into medical admin or academic medicine without having ever practiced. I think she would have been better off steering her channel in that direction, saying “hey here’s what else you can do with an MD” - which would likely be better received. But, her doing this doesn’t necessarily mean she won’t be successful at all because some students might not care that she didn’t do clinical training
@@zchats26 I totally agree with you. I don't even believe she making a bad career decision. I believe that she should have waited to publicly announce her intentions. Waiting would have also given her a chance to make the pivot that you suggested.
@@rerect I definitely think a lot of creators feel the need to share things in the moment lol. Our life becomes content. Which is why I mentioned that many medical influencers should explore uploads outside of their clinical work 😅 I’d have taken y’all on morning runs, random skincare, THEN been like “btw I’m quitting” 🤣🤣
Excellent video kind lady, I have a slightly different take than some of the folks that are younger than me or have not had a first career. I am coming to medicine, very late in life, because I feel that I am called in this manner to make a positive impact on the lives of those society has marginalized. It is not about title, money, nor anything prestige (related). Of course, I don't begrudge anyone any of things if they desire them. Each one of us must find our paths. For me, it is the joy of care.
I definitely understand that. I think, as the world continues to evolve, the degree itself will become more dynamic. It won’t be just to go onto residency (even though you can do that now, and branch into things like pharmaceuticals or medical devices). But more people will likely be using their degree to gain the experience and market their experience. Just things to be mindful of as viewers and consumers!
I am in the same boat. I wish that Medical School Admissions would require work experience prior to admission. It could be like the PA school requirements (1500 hrs of health care experience) or simply spending time in a customer service role to understand what it will be like to work with people. So many are attracted to the tittle, money, and prestige, but don't explore any other career paths because pre-med is such a time-consuming endeavor. There are many ways to help people that don't include a 12 year journey and these options should be considered before applying.
I have been watching that one medfluencer, who is unnamed lol, since she first started and I agree that she went about this all wrong. She was very transparent with the fact that her advising business made her lots of money, but there was no need to declare that she was leaving medicine if she planned on completing her degree. I'm sure this announcement has created issues for her outside of social media, considering that she also told everyone that she received a full-tuition scholarship. So now it appears that she is getting a medical degree for free just to charge pre-meds for her advise on getting into med school. Listen, I'm not mad at it, but I understand why some people are. She should have waited to give this announcement until it was time to apply for match. It would have made sense then, but right now, she in the middle of Medical School, and this announcement may deter students from using her services, and make it necessary for her to use her education and become a doctor.
To play devils advocate: not everyone goes to medical school for the purpose of clinical practice. For example, people who want to do the business side or pharmaceutical side. You can even get into medical admin or academic medicine without having ever practiced. I think she would have been better off steering her channel in that direction, saying “hey here’s what else you can do with an MD” - which would likely be better received. But, her doing this doesn’t necessarily mean she won’t be successful at all because some students might not care that she didn’t do clinical training
@@zchats26 I totally agree with you. I don't even believe she making a bad career decision. I believe that she should have waited to publicly announce her intentions. Waiting would have also given her a chance to make the pivot that you suggested.
@@rerect I definitely think a lot of creators feel the need to share things in the moment lol. Our life becomes content. Which is why I mentioned that many medical influencers should explore uploads outside of their clinical work 😅 I’d have taken y’all on morning runs, random skincare, THEN been like “btw I’m quitting” 🤣🤣
Excellent video kind lady, I have a slightly different take than some of the folks that are younger than me or have not had a first career. I am coming to medicine, very late in life, because I feel that I am called in this manner to make a positive impact on the lives of those society has marginalized. It is not about title, money, nor anything prestige (related). Of course, I don't begrudge anyone any of things if they desire them. Each one of us must find our paths. For me, it is the joy of care.
I definitely understand that. I think, as the world continues to evolve, the degree itself will become more dynamic. It won’t be just to go onto residency (even though you can do that now, and branch into things like pharmaceuticals or medical devices). But more people will likely be using their degree to gain the experience and market their experience. Just things to be mindful of as viewers and consumers!
I am in the same boat. I wish that Medical School Admissions would require work experience prior to admission. It could be like the PA school requirements (1500 hrs of health care experience) or simply spending time in a customer service role to understand what it will be like to work with people. So many are attracted to the tittle, money, and prestige, but don't explore any other career paths because pre-med is such a time-consuming endeavor. There are many ways to help people that don't include a 12 year journey and these options should be considered before applying.
Im also going to quit after 5-10 years.
I just need $10,000,000
@@reddbendd 💀 LOL. Never say never ?