I dedicate this poem to every struggling premed out there. If it were meant to be easy, everyone would be on this path. So, I implore you right now to fight for your dreams, make your hard work count, and most importantly, do not give up. If you believe in what you desire, it will come to fruition. Be determined. Be dedicated. I applaud you for making it this far. You are halfway there. Keep going!

I dreamed of saving lives
My thoughts were driven by my journey through life
I heard the moans of the sick
I witnessed the mourning of the dead
Then, I decided with unwavering faith
That I want to be a physician

Loaded with multifarious responsibilities
Here I am as a premedical student
I immersed myself in the pool of valor to be competent
I came out of my cave of fear to advocate for others
I took strides up a bumpy hill to help my community
Then, I saw my dreams looming forth
Emerging from the horizon like the gallant sun

To become well rounded, I went on adventures
I sailed through my labs and lectures with focus and hard work
I swung on the ropes of leadership guiding the sway with optimism to make an impact
I flew through the clouds of compassion by enthusiastically interacting with patients
I rode down the slopes of self-doubts, leaving behind my foes in every ditch encountered
Then, I arrived a step closer to my ambitions with confidence and relatable qualities.

On the night before my MCAT, I reflected:
I have mastered every concept and learned from every mistake
I have shivered through the chills of the library for hours of practice.
I had delved deep into every resource on the web and on print, soaking in every detail
So, I promised to leave my anxiety at the doors and walk into the exam hall like a fierce warrior
Yes! It is a battle because I am fighting for my dreams
I promised to make myself proud and walk out those doors feeling accomplished.
I whispered to my soul
Dear self, it is time to crush the MCAT.

You would find-from all walks of life- a premedical student
Those who have commanded organizations with the air of elegance and service
Those who have cared for the sick as nurses with soft humility
Those who have changed the course of narratives by the power of their inner voice through the pen
Those who have taught the next generation of professionals in schools and colleges
Those who have filled acoustic halls with the echoes of their mellifluous voice
Those who have served their country with a flaming passion
Those who have tackled and dribbled on the sports field with fortitude
Those who have put out the flames to provide ease to victims of fire hazards.
Then they realized
 Medicine was their calling all along.

Medicine is a noble profession which we all pursue with undying passion
We seek to build a healthy and happy community through medicine
We seek to educate about wellness and promote wellbeing
We love science and want to use it to change lives of people through medicine
We are life-long learners and are curious about everything we observe.
We have been smitten by the ravishing white coat and scintillating stethoscope
We are on the path of compassion and altruism
Wake up every day with your ‘why’ seeded inside of you
Stay afloat with hope and faith and rekindle them by visualizing your goals
Remember
We are not just premeds
We are the future of medicine.

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