I had a 1.7 gpa in high school with no motivation to learn, I’m now in a community college working my ass off everyday trying to be better than anyone who doubts me. We can do this
You really don't need to be smart. 1. always have long term goals to keep you going 2. Be enthusiastic and humble about your knowledge, even if you get straight A's, no one is perfect. 3. Be hungry to learn, even if that makes you ask a doctor you dislike to help you. make those sacrifices 4. CONSISTENCY !!!!, you cant do well in one semester and stop, keep moving 5. know you weaknesses and accept the fact that you need to work on them, hey its okay everyone struggles in some subjects. My MCAT is very soon .. wish me luck and good of luck to everyone
The MCAT physics and math sections are too easy. Most of biological and physiological courses are memorization based, not much critical thinking. That is why math majors have the highest acceptance rates to medical schools, the smart doctors are more likely to come from there.
I've always considered myself to be entirely untalented, but I work hard and I kick ass. You gotta nail it by trying hard, and everyone has the ability to do that.
They need to be book smart, and be readily apply these info in real life. It's like trade school but more intense on reading and rote memorizing volume after volumes of facts. Other than that, doctors aren't "smart" in other facets of life.
If you people truly understood how powerful this is. I have to study something 3 times more than my peers and I study around 4 hours a day. And that alone was enough to get me to medical school even without a high GPA
This video almost made me cry. Despite not having good grades on college and probably almost having to repeat some classes like Anatomy and Histology, I will prevail.
Man, you are so humble and the wisdom you give is so beneficial to the audience that watches your channel. I hope you continue to spread the positivity in the future and a BIG congratulations on finishing your residency. I am applying to CRNA school this year and will be hoping for the best!
Thanks! I appreciate it. Good luck in CRNA school. Its a great field. Here are some videos about the CRNA field here including 2 videos showing what's it like to be in CRNA school. Enjoy! ruclips.net/video/oKd8j0BqU3w/видео.html ruclips.net/video/oKd8j0BqU3w/видео.html ruclips.net/video/9L9ma7HJFBM/видео.html
I wish you were around when I was younger. My mother told me I wasn't smart enough to be a pediatrician and I fell for it. I realized it was my mother's insecurities not me. I long since forgave her. I am a FNP working in Primary Care, I love it, but I would be lying if I said I didn't have any regrets. I admire anyone who pursues their goals despite the naysayers! You have to pressed forward. I make it a point to uplift my adolescent patients when they doubt themselves, in fact I will referr them to your platform. You are a true gift, Dr. Webb.
You can still go to med school! Girl it's not too late! I know several people who did it much later in life. One is a DO and is in her 50s and just starting residency. The other is a MD in her late 40s and just finished residency.
Hi Dr Webb! I hope you'll be able to read my story. It's my 18th birthday and I attended my first class at medical school today...I'm in a huge class of about 250 people and the lecturer asked for someone to come to the front and answer a question based on what we just learnt about at the end of the lecture...The class seemed quiet and intimidated, it seemed no one understood much about the lesson, myself included. I gathered the courage and got up to answer the question. My heart was racing but I tried and failed miserably... The class laughed at me but I wasn't embarrassed. I felt better...The lecturer told me to see him after the lecture was over and he applauded my courage. I'll go on with this kind of mentality for the rest of my days. You inspire me, Doc🙌🏾
I flunked out of University of Tennessee Knoxville (university) then community college out of my hometown, twice out of rehab before age 24. I decided I had no other options in my life so I enrolled into medical school at a Russian university. Two other Americans were there but they left after a few months. I’m now a 4th year medical student who got a 260+ on USMLE step 1. I passed all preclinical courses and didn’t give up even when people were telling me you would never pass anatomy and physiology. Guess what I did. Don’t listen to people that bring you down. I networked with a local community hospital where I live and they told me I would have a good chance of matching into their residency program. All those people who told me I would not make it in college :) just don’t give up and keep moving forward
I cant quite express how much this video was geared for me. I've always had an exceptional work ethic but I see people that read one book and instantly remember everything from it. That isn't me. Thank you deeply for making this video. I'm 29 years old and a veteran and I'm going to make this my goal.. thank you.
you're right; it's not about comparing yourself to other people, but comparing your present self to your past self. It's you who has to improve, not the other people!
I've wanted to be a doctor my entire life. I have disabilities that have caused me to basically live in the hospital. I spent most of my life there. My family has been telling me that it's impossible and that i am beyond not small enough But I am deterrent to reach my goals
If you can go to school, you can do it, dont listen to your parents thats just looser mentality, commit and grind and shoot for the stars cause why tf not
So thankful for this video. I am in my first year of college and struggling with mental health. This has caused me to not perform well in my classes. I get really down on myself for not being ‘smart enough’ but this video is really reassuring. Thank You!
my mental health has gotten to a point where my dreams and aspirations have disappeared right before me, I have no motivation whatsoever- I just want to sleep the all the time. I'm in second year premed :( . There's no way I'm failing the year though. I hope you overcome your struggles.
true i got accepted into my business program for accounting but i feel like i want more. knowing that i could have the chance of being anything .. doctor, engineer, lawyer, nurse or whatever. my mental health and social anxiety has driven me away from stem majors
@@tshephangmoswete1286 Never give an institute made up of bricks or Test paper made up of wood or college professors(made up of ego) or Negative people Any Power over u. U are More than what u think u are.Our capabilities are infinite,we just need to keep a positive mindset,exercise,eat a wholePlant based Vegan diet,medidate a lil,divide our studying course into chunks,watch videos on it to understand it,use Anki software to memorise it and Do Alot of practise questions to apply that info. The winner is not one who crosses the finishing line in a race,but the one who gets back on his feet after falling multiple times on the racing track and manages to finish the race. Change ur studying resources or ur technique and stay persistent in ur hardwork. As far as social anxiety is concerned,donnot be scared of people.People are just specks of dust who can talk and do chores.They shouldnt be treated like some Higher powers. At the end of the day,our happiness comes first and for that we shouldnt give power to anything or anyone over us
Thank you! I am a non traditional student out of the military and I have found i have to study and work so much harder to be competitive. This is my dream and I will never give up. Thank you again for your motivation.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I'm currently feeling very discouraged from chemistry and I was slowly losing hope on becoming a doctor but this truly gave me the boost I needed!
Your experience reminds me so much of myself. I can’t wait to come back in a few years and share my journey with you. I’ve been binge watching your videos like a new season of stranger things. From a 25 year old black from Memphis, thank you for everything you’ve done to assist other M.D hopefuls🙏🏾
Love these vids doc! I messed up my first year gpa really badly , but I'm never gonna quit until my last breath. Thank you for inspiring me, I'll always remember the line you said about 'out working everyone else', for life. Thank you 💪😀
I messed up by taking college classes as a high school student, I got a 3.24 average. I D+'ed gen Chem 2. I'm going back this coming fall to retake and ace every single class. We're all gonna make it if we work hard.
Hey Doctor Webb I never really comment on any video but this came at the right time for me Tomorrow is my entrance exam for MMBS and this was what I really needed Thank you!!😊
One teacher I had gave me a precious jewel. When studying, don't waste time on stuff you already know. It takes repetition to learn new things, but going over stuff you already have down is a serious waste of precious time.
I have no science background but I’m going to be a doctor and persist through!! Your videos give me hope in comparison to other channels. Thank you , grit and working for it will win in life 🙏
Hello Antonio my name is Antonio thanks for the videos you post inspiring me to not give up on becoming a doctor.....I don't wanna do it to save lives or anything noble like that I just wanna do it because I have fun doing science etc.. thank you...
I am a Kuwaiti doctor that just graduated from med school in Ireland and I know that the system in the states differs drastically from ours. Just wanted to let everyone here know that nothing comes easy at all, however NOTHING is impossible. Nothing. I do however think everyone needs a certain level of brains to qualify though obviously you don't need to be a genius. I am far from being one and don't consider myself to be super smart but I'm not "eh" either *I hope*. Bottom line is, if you're super smart, you'll be studying less than your peers, if you're of average intelligence, you'll have to compensate with extra studying. Both routes will get you where you need to be. Best of luck to everyone reading this, dream big. ❤️
I'm not in school to be a doctor. I am taking my pre-reqs before applying to Nursing school. I have had advisors and professors tell me to change my major. And I don't always understand something by just reading something once. I have to read and hear something multiple times before it clicks plus I have a learning disability. Many times I felt like I wasn't smart enough. I am taking my intro to anatomy and physiology class for the third time. I withdrew from it twice because I felt like I was going to fail it. And last year my grandma passed away. So I am tackling it again. And I can't give up. And I don't have a high GPA either. My GPA is low so I am doing the best I can to get through my pre-reqs successfully. Do I want to earn an A yes I do but if I don't that's okay to. Great video @Antonio J. Webb, M.D.
Spoken like a true Hustler!!! This is the first video I have ever watched from you and right away I could tell you've been the underdog your whole life! you are an inspiration my friend
Hey Dr. Webb! For a future video can you talk about your high school and college life socially and academically? I’m a high school senior who’s not doing too good academically. Your tips have been helping me out a lot and I was just wondering if you can give us some tips for upcoming college students who want to pursue medicine.
Dr. Webb, I understand the nature of studying to get into med school. My question for you is if you believe persistence pays off at work? The competition in school and now at my work is never ending. I think medicine is to help people in need and so are we many times. Thank you for being encouraging!!
Thank you sir. I'm not aiming to be a doctor, but in my goal to graduate I have realized that habits and repitition, and broken up, consistent practice goes a long way. When I get tired, I let myself rest, but dedicate to finish what I was doing, before I would just be lazy, but not anymore. I realize life has no dress rehearsals, and I have 1 shot. Cramming won't save me, repitition and a steady rhythm will.
my friend is in med (im trying) and she has told me of all the entitled people who went straight into med from high school (unlike America, Australia has the option of going straight into med from high school without doing premed courses). she said all the MD applicants (those who completed an undergrad at college before applying for med school) are WAY better in terms of attitude and being humble. I think the med undergrad option should not exist. Even if a 17yr old is smart enough academically to get into med, they should have at least 3 years experience in the real world before going into a career that heavy and where they are responsible for peoples lives.
My buddy got his white coat recently and we grew up together. I wouldn’t say he wasn’t smart but he definitely didn’t show any academic prowess in his early years. But there’s one thing I can say about him is that he’s a grinder and he developed grit. I would say that a gritty mentality matters most when doing anything with your life. Can you keep going when shit gets tough?
You can go... but you may not match into a residency... lots of my friends did not match. Yes I agree with grit or determination is more important then intelligence which is the norm in medicine
What is your definition of smart? Is being able to understand a lecture the first time & maintaining a 4.0 GPA and getting a perfect score on the MCAT your definition of smart?
What you say actually isn’t true. Intelligence isn’t earned by some genetic gene, it’s by hard work. That’s intelligence. You don’t become smart because you’re born that way. You get it through hard work, even if you work faster than others. Anyone can be a genius, but only few that accept the challenge can be a true genius. Hard work makes you intelligent. Many people that others thought that weren’t ‘intelligent’ got through medical school with flying colors. Their trick wasn’t being intelligent, it is hard work. That’s what makes intelligence. If you’re saying that you have to be intelligent to get through medical school, then I hate to break it to you but that’s not how it works. Yeah, it might seem like it works but nope. You have to retain, reinstate, and recreate what you learned. Intelligence is being able to learn something above average, not retain.
Doctors may not be among the smartest people in the world (though some definitely are); doctors are, however, among the best test takers in the world. Take that for whatever it's worth to you, good or bad (probably a bit of both good and bad), but test taking is a skill. Aside from test taking ability, doctors definitely have all types of endurance, as Dr. Webb describes here. You don't have to be smart to be a physician, but being smart sure won't hurt your chances.
@@ahmadmhammad1173 today is your future self's past. I ain't good at math and digits either. Best would be t force yourself to learn them but don't beat yo self up. Just don't stop studying. Study now and have fun but not too much. Think of the future, really. We're in the 21st century the scratch of the future, and i think it'll be best to be a part of the med world 20 yrs from now.
I say the same thing about engineering. I was a 31 year old, dyslexic dude with an eight grade education and graduated summa cum laude with a degree in biomedical engineering and a math minor. There were plenty of people way smarter than me that quit or failed out.. because they weren’t dedicated enough. Hard work and dedication are everything in the STEM field..
I’m thinking of studying abroad in South Africa to become a doctor after realising my dream of being a pilot will be on-hold due to COVID-19. These videos fire up my motivation.
Im starting my premed route towards Dentistry. Ive been in the field for 12 years and now its time to do it. Im doing it despite many people doubting me. Im talented, persistent and a very hard worker. I just need to believe in myself a little more and find a support system!
This is the best video that I could see today !! thanks for all of this ! I'm not the smart one, but I'm the person that work hard !! You are incredibly ! Thanks again !
im literally broke and on academic probation i have been kicked out of school twice because my gpa was so low and still is. luckily they are giving me one last chance to get my gpa up before they kick me out for good. im dumb as a rock, but im so competitive, once i get attached to a goal it's hard to tear me from it. i think my obsessive personality has helped me along the way lol
Hello I love your video, I am in college now getting my associate degree in MA and my high school equivalency at the same time. I have a second chance to start my life. I am 40 years old I have my son when I was 17 years old. Now I am working hard to get into Medical school that my plan. I will love to be a obstetrics & gynecology Doctor, on test I don't do good. But when I saw your video it was helpful to me Thank you.
I'm in nursing school right now (graduate April 24), and I am going to go to med school. I am in no way shape or form as smart as half the people at my school. But I am determined, I won't let anyone outwork me.
In order to reach a goal that is multiple years in the future you have to have the focus and the determination to keep your eyes on the prize and grind out the necessary work until the absolute end of the process when you cross the finish line.
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I had a 1.7 gpa in high school with no motivation to learn, I’m now in a community college working my ass off everyday trying to be better than anyone who doubts me. We can do this
You got this Dr. Reyes
Good for you my friend
Nurse Reyes😂
How’d it go
You’re gonna crush it
You really don't need to be smart.
1. always have long term goals to keep you going
2. Be enthusiastic and humble about your knowledge, even if you get straight A's, no one is perfect.
3. Be hungry to learn, even if that makes you ask a doctor you dislike to help you. make those sacrifices
4. CONSISTENCY !!!!, you cant do well in one semester and stop, keep moving
5. know you weaknesses and accept the fact that you need to work on them, hey its okay everyone struggles in some subjects.
My MCAT is very soon .. wish me luck
and good of luck to everyone
;3 Good luck and hope you ace your MCAT.
Good luck!!!!!🍀
Did you pass?
@@RedditNovelties I forgot i posted this comment XD but yeah i passed thank you for asking. wishing you the best ;D
;3 I'm so happy to hear that!! I start college next month as a pre med! I'm super excited about the journey ahead!!
As a med student I believe You don’t need to be smart you just need to plan ahead.
Hi can u expound on this. I need help with my academic planning
That's true I agree with you .
Patients will suffer.
Thank you my brother.
The MCAT physics and math sections are too easy. Most of biological and physiological courses are memorization based, not much critical thinking. That is why math majors have the highest acceptance rates to medical schools, the smart doctors are more likely to come from there.
Doctors don't need to be smart , all they need is the ability to Save a HUGE amount of information in their brains.
I've always considered myself to be entirely untalented, but I work hard and I kick ass. You gotta nail it by trying hard, and everyone has the ability to do that.
Absolutely!
Humam Slayer it’s so intimidating though
How do you retain all the information though it’s so much to take in
They need to be book smart, and be readily apply these info in real life. It's like trade school but more intense on reading and rote memorizing volume after volumes of facts. Other than that, doctors aren't "smart" in other facets of life.
If you people truly understood how powerful this is. I have to study something 3 times more than my peers and I study around 4 hours a day. And that alone was enough to get me to medical school even without a high GPA
thanks for this
4 hours a day? i would consider you smart than i have to study 4 hours for what would take others one hour i am studying 9 hours a day...
This video almost made me cry. Despite not having good grades on college and probably almost having to repeat some classes like Anatomy and Histology, I will prevail.
Update?
All of the basics subject are very difficult, don't worry
Waiting the update
We want the Update
Update
It still says MD on your degree whether you’re 1st or last in your class.
True!
That's all that matters!!
Michael S you better speak that shit
@My 2 Cents right , but there's benchmark usually.
Thank you brother, I am starting emt I want to jump into paramedic then do nursing.
Man, you are so humble and the wisdom you give is so beneficial to the audience that watches your channel. I hope you continue to spread the positivity in the future and a BIG congratulations on finishing your residency. I am applying to CRNA school this year and will be hoping for the best!
Thanks! I appreciate it. Good luck in CRNA school. Its a great field. Here are some videos about the CRNA field here including 2 videos showing what's it like to be in CRNA school. Enjoy!
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I wish you were around when I was younger. My mother told me I wasn't smart enough to be a pediatrician and I fell for it. I realized it was my mother's insecurities not me. I long since forgave her. I am a FNP working in Primary Care, I love it, but I would be lying if I said I didn't have any regrets. I admire anyone who pursues their goals despite the naysayers! You have to pressed forward. I make it a point to uplift my adolescent patients when they doubt themselves, in fact I will referr them to your platform. You are a true gift, Dr. Webb.
Thank you! Yes, def they need to see stuff like this. Everything happens for a reason. I’m sure you are still able to make a difference regardless:)
You can still go to med school! Girl it's not too late! I know several people who did it much later in life. One is a DO and is in her 50s and just starting residency. The other is a MD in her late 40s and just finished residency.
Hi Dr Webb! I hope you'll be able to read my story. It's my 18th birthday and I attended my first class at medical school today...I'm in a huge class of about 250 people and the lecturer asked for someone to come to the front and answer a question based on what we just learnt about at the end of the lecture...The class seemed quiet and intimidated, it seemed no one understood much about the lesson, myself included. I gathered the courage and got up to answer the question. My heart was racing but I tried and failed miserably... The class laughed at me but I wasn't embarrassed. I felt better...The lecturer told me to see him after the lecture was over and he applauded my courage. I'll go on with this kind of mentality for the rest of my days. You inspire me, Doc🙌🏾
I flunked out of University of Tennessee Knoxville (university) then community college out of my hometown, twice out of rehab before age 24. I decided I had no other options in my life so I enrolled into medical school at a Russian university. Two other Americans were there but they left after a few months. I’m now a 4th year medical student who got a 260+ on USMLE step 1. I passed all preclinical courses and didn’t give up even when people were telling me you would never pass anatomy and physiology. Guess what I did. Don’t listen to people that bring you down. I networked with a local community hospital where I live and they told me I would have a good chance of matching into their residency program. All those people who told me I would not make it in college :) just don’t give up and keep moving forward
I'm going to become a doctor!
You can do it!
why ?
Ονομα επίθετο why not?
You can do it!
Enjoy the journey update us when you graduate good luck
A friend of mine sits through the lectures and just gets the concept.
Me not so much. I have to re-watch and study.
OxyElite some people are just gifted
Yup, everybody learns differently
@@Stoneface_ looking at those that have it easier is only going to make your journey harder. Work on yourself and how you can improve! :D
I am a nursing student and want to be a great nurse, and this video has helped me so much gain hope and positivity! thank you!!
I cant quite express how much this video was geared for me. I've always had an exceptional work ethic but I see people that read one book and instantly remember everything from it. That isn't me. Thank you deeply for making this video. I'm 29 years old and a veteran and I'm going to make this my goal.. thank you.
you're right; it's not about comparing yourself to other people, but comparing your present self to your past self. It's you who has to improve, not the other people!
I've wanted to be a doctor my entire life. I have disabilities that have caused me to basically live in the hospital. I spent most of my life there. My family has been telling me that it's impossible and that i am beyond not small enough But I am deterrent to reach my goals
If you can go to school, you can do it, dont listen to your parents thats just looser mentality, commit and grind and shoot for the stars cause why tf not
Being passionate and going the extra mile will help you a lot!
So thankful for this video. I am in my first year of college and struggling with mental health. This has caused me to not perform well in my classes. I get really down on myself for not being ‘smart enough’ but this video is really reassuring. Thank You!
my mental health has gotten to a point where my dreams and aspirations have disappeared right before me, I have no motivation whatsoever- I just want to sleep the all the time. I'm in second year premed :( . There's no way I'm failing the year though. I hope you overcome your struggles.
true i got accepted into my business program for accounting but i feel like i want more. knowing that i could have the chance of being anything .. doctor, engineer, lawyer, nurse or whatever. my mental health and social anxiety has driven me away from stem majors
@@tshephangmoswete1286
Never give an institute made up of bricks or Test paper made up of wood or college professors(made up of ego) or Negative people Any Power over u.
U are More than what u think u are.Our capabilities are infinite,we just need to keep a positive mindset,exercise,eat a wholePlant based Vegan diet,medidate a lil,divide our studying course into chunks,watch videos on it to understand it,use Anki software to memorise it and Do Alot of practise questions to apply that info.
The winner is not one who crosses the finishing line in a race,but the one who gets back on his feet after falling multiple times on the racing track and manages to finish the race.
Change ur studying resources or ur technique and stay persistent in ur hardwork.
As far as social anxiety is concerned,donnot be scared of people.People are just specks of dust who can talk and do chores.They shouldnt be treated like some Higher powers.
At the end of the day,our happiness comes first and for that we shouldnt give power to anything or anyone over us
You are not intelligent!
Thank you! I am a non traditional student out of the military and I have found i have to study and work so much harder to be competitive. This is my dream and I will never give up. Thank you again for your motivation.
Some of the smartest people I’ve come across have been those who say they’re not smart.
Agreed lol
I'm applying to medical schools this cycle, I'm super nervous yet excited at the same time.
Awesome! Good luck! Check out my videos on the interview process!
Thank you so much for posting this video. I'm currently feeling very discouraged from chemistry and I was slowly losing hope on becoming a doctor but this truly gave me the boost I needed!
Your experience reminds me so much of myself. I can’t wait to come back in a few years and share my journey with you. I’ve been binge watching your videos like a new season of stranger things. From a 25 year old black from Memphis, thank you for everything you’ve done to assist other M.D hopefuls🙏🏾
Love these vids doc! I messed up my first year gpa really badly , but I'm never gonna quit until my last breath. Thank you for inspiring me, I'll always remember the line you said about 'out working everyone else', for life. Thank you 💪😀
I messed up by taking college classes as a high school student, I got a 3.24 average. I D+'ed gen Chem 2. I'm going back this coming fall to retake and ace every single class. We're all gonna make it if we work hard.
Jupiter . Hell yeah, failing isn't an option. Don't care how long it takes , one day we'll make it 💪
@@Im0nJupiter You are not intelligent!
Love your videos great inspiration. You give hope to the hopeless. God bless and more grace to your elbow.
Thanks!
2:37 thanks for putting the meaning up , there are a lot of people here like me who have another language as a native one.
I really like how humble you are and I feel like this could apply to many other fields as well. Thank you for the great message!
Hey Doctor Webb
I never really comment on any video but this came at the right time for me
Tomorrow is my entrance exam for MMBS and this was what I really needed
Thank you!!😊
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
One teacher I had gave me a precious jewel. When studying, don't waste time on stuff you already know. It takes repetition to learn new things, but going over stuff you already have down is a serious waste of precious time.
I have no science background but I’m going to be a doctor and persist through!! Your videos give me hope in comparison to other channels. Thank you , grit and working for it will win in life 🙏
Hello Antonio my name is Antonio thanks for the videos you post inspiring me to not give up on becoming a doctor.....I don't wanna do it to save lives or anything noble like that I just wanna do it because I have fun doing science etc.. thank you...
I thought I was too old (20) to drop out of business school to go to med school but I'm doing it. I owe it to me.
I had a classmate who started at 27 and he's now doing well for himself. Everyone's schedule is different. All the best. :)
I'm in 3rd yr of med school... really needed this
Thanks for watching!
How is it?
Thank you very much for this. I am going for my masters degree right now and it is for the very same reasons you talked about. Hard work does pay off!
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
I am a Kuwaiti doctor that just graduated from med school in Ireland and I know that the system in the states differs drastically from ours. Just wanted to let everyone here know that nothing comes easy at all, however NOTHING is impossible. Nothing. I do however think everyone needs a certain level of brains to qualify though obviously you don't need to be a genius. I am far from being one and don't consider myself to be super smart but I'm not "eh" either *I hope*. Bottom line is, if you're super smart, you'll be studying less than your peers, if you're of average intelligence, you'll have to compensate with extra studying. Both routes will get you where you need to be. Best of luck to everyone reading this, dream big. ❤️
Thank you so much for this, much needed.
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
I'm 28 and starting medical school at my top choice next month. Thanks for all your advice throughout the years !
Greetings all the way from Papua New Guinea dearest doctor. Ill always appreciate you. Ill come back and comment when i enter medical school.
Thanks for the words of encouragement. This is so true we all can do it but for some of us we just have to study harder.
Thanks! You can do it!
I was just thinking about this! So grateful to hear your message. Keep the vids coming Dr Webb.
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
Thank You for the very encouraging insight on medical doctors.
Thanks Dr.Webb, for your encouraging prospective.
Thanks!
Thank you for the positive words and encouragement, I appreciate you for you!
Thank you for your encouragment Dr. Webb! I needed to hear this!
I'm not in school to be a doctor. I am taking my pre-reqs before applying to Nursing school. I have had advisors and professors tell me to change my major. And I don't always understand something by just reading something once. I have to read and hear something multiple times before it clicks plus I have a learning disability. Many times I felt like I wasn't smart enough. I am taking my intro to anatomy and physiology class for the third time. I withdrew from it twice because I felt like I was going to fail it. And last year my grandma passed away. So I am tackling it again. And I can't give up. And I don't have a high GPA either. My GPA is low so I am doing the best I can to get through my pre-reqs successfully. Do I want to earn an A yes I do but if I don't that's okay to. Great video @Antonio J. Webb, M.D.
Spoken like a true Hustler!!! This is the first video I have ever watched from you and right away I could tell you've been the underdog your whole life! you are an inspiration my friend
I love this! Consistent grit and desire!
Thank you!
I am a space systems engineer, and I can related to this complete...thanks!
Hey Dr. Webb! For a future video can you talk about your high school and college life socially and academically? I’m a high school senior who’s not doing too good academically. Your tips have been helping me out a lot and I was just wondering if you can give us some tips for upcoming college students who want to pursue medicine.
This is a true statement...I always studies more in pre-med and med school, I feel, than others
Dr. Webb, I understand the nature of studying to get into med school. My question for you is if you believe persistence pays off at work? The competition in school and now at my work is never ending. I think medicine is to help people in need and so are we many times. Thank you for being encouraging!!
you’re such an inspiration! i look up to you my guy
Thank you! 🙏🏾
Thank you sir. I'm not aiming to be a doctor, but in my goal to graduate I have realized that habits and repitition, and broken up, consistent practice goes a long way. When I get tired, I let myself rest, but dedicate to finish what I was doing, before I would just be lazy, but not anymore. I realize life has no dress rehearsals, and I have 1 shot. Cramming won't save me, repitition and a steady rhythm will.
my friend is in med (im trying) and she has told me of all the entitled people who went straight into med from high school (unlike America, Australia has the option of going straight into med from high school without doing premed courses). she said all the MD applicants (those who completed an undergrad at college before applying for med school) are WAY better in terms of attitude and being humble. I think the med undergrad option should not exist. Even if a 17yr old is smart enough academically to get into med, they should have at least 3 years experience in the real world before going into a career that heavy and where they are responsible for peoples lives.
My buddy got his white coat recently and we grew up together. I wouldn’t say he wasn’t smart but he definitely didn’t show any academic prowess in his early years. But there’s one thing I can say about him is that he’s a grinder and he developed grit. I would say that a gritty mentality matters most when doing anything with your life. Can you keep going when shit gets tough?
Liked before I even watched the video. You're AWESOME and just don't know how inspiring you are Dr Webb! Thank you so much for you✊🏿
Thanks again for these videos. You just explained my journey to medicine. I’m applying this cycle. ❤
Thanks so much for your honesty and for having such a humble spirit !
I have never been a smart person but I have a kind heart.....
Subscribed. Dr. Webb, you’re the GOAT.
Thanks! Welcome to the channel 🙏🏾
You can go... but you may not match into a residency... lots of my friends did not match.
Yes I agree with grit or determination is more important then intelligence which is the norm in medicine
This is actually really motivating, thank you for sharing your experience!
You made me feel so much better after watching this! Thank you for the encouragement & words of wisdom.
I am ADHD was in special Ed and now I'm graduating from college at the age of 36 with a 4.0 GPA, I definitely have grit
You do need to be smart to be a doctor. You dont need to be genius level, but you have to be wise.
It takes intelligence + hard work.
Are you a doctor?
I agree. Lets be real here.
What is your definition of smart? Is being able to understand a lecture the first time & maintaining a 4.0 GPA and getting a perfect score on the MCAT your definition of smart?
What you say actually isn’t true. Intelligence isn’t earned by some genetic gene, it’s by hard work.
That’s intelligence.
You don’t become smart because you’re born that way. You get it through hard work, even if you work faster than others.
Anyone can be a genius, but only few that accept the challenge can be a true genius.
Hard work makes you intelligent.
Many people that others thought that weren’t ‘intelligent’ got through medical school with flying colors. Their trick wasn’t being intelligent, it is hard work. That’s what makes intelligence.
If you’re saying that you have to be intelligent to get through medical school, then I hate to break it to you but that’s not how it works. Yeah, it might seem like it works but nope. You have to retain, reinstate, and recreate what you learned. Intelligence is being able to learn something above average, not retain.
False. Iq is real
grit ; what a great word ! thanks for the word of encouragement
This is so me! I love your Chanel, you keep me inspired. Thank you!!! So happy for your success.
great advice can't wait until im in a position in dental school to be talking from this perspective lol
Keep going! You got this!
Always had such admiration for doctors the human body and mind is something to behold
Thank you for this for a long time I thought I was dumb but this video give me a new light
Can I ask for some advice Doc ?
So inspiring im actually struggling walking in my path to become a doctor but videos like this really help🇻🇪🇻🇪
Doctors may not be among the smartest people in the world (though some definitely are); doctors are, however, among the best test takers in the world. Take that for whatever it's worth to you, good or bad (probably a bit of both good and bad), but test taking is a skill. Aside from test taking ability, doctors definitely have all types of endurance, as Dr. Webb describes here. You don't have to be smart to be a physician, but being smart sure won't hurt your chances.
I’m in 8th grade and I want to become a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon.
Awesome! You can do it!
@@antoniowebbmd im grade 9 and i just get destrd from cheme and elec and math ijust suck in every thing
@@ahmadmhammad1173 can relate, i'm failing science 🥲
@@ahmadmhammad1173 today is your future self's past. I ain't good at math and digits either. Best would be t force yourself to learn them but don't beat yo self up. Just don't stop studying.
Study now and have fun but not too much.
Think of the future, really. We're in the 21st century the scratch of the future, and i think it'll be best to be a part of the med world 20 yrs from now.
I say the same thing about engineering. I was a 31 year old, dyslexic dude with an eight grade education and graduated summa cum laude with a degree in biomedical engineering and a math minor. There were plenty of people way smarter than me that quit or failed out.. because they weren’t dedicated enough. Hard work and dedication are everything in the STEM field..
I’m thinking of studying abroad in South Africa to become a doctor after realising my dream of being a pilot will be on-hold due to COVID-19. These videos fire up my motivation.
Im starting my premed route towards Dentistry. Ive been in the field for 12 years and now its time to do it. Im doing it despite many people doubting me. Im talented, persistent and a very hard worker. I just need to believe in myself a little more and find a support system!
This is the best video that I could see today !! thanks for all of this !
I'm not the smart one, but I'm the person that work hard !!
You are incredibly ! Thanks again !
Sweet words. Thank you Dr.
You are welcome!
im literally broke and on academic probation
i have been kicked out of school twice because my gpa was so low and still is.
luckily they are giving me one last chance to get my gpa up before they kick me out for good.
im dumb as a rock, but im so competitive, once i get attached to a goal it's hard to tear me from it.
i think my obsessive personality has helped me along the way lol
@C B im not in the medical field, im in the engineering field, however i suck with anything that has the word "sales" in it.
Don’t give up girl I been there. Just get back up and try again. Maybe it’s the school and the professors there not teaching correctly.
@@FlowerRFabulous Software engineering?
@@j.h6283 i was taking classes for Mechanical Engineering Program
You are not very smart, but you are humble.
Much respect, sir.
Thank u Dr. Webb. Your videos are very useful and particularly this one , filling up with hope.
Always quality content, keep it coming!
Appreciate it!
Great advice, doctor.
Hello Dr. Webb, Congratulations to you on becoming a physician with a great specialty! Thank you for sharing this information❣
Giving up is not an option. Thank you.
Thank you so much for this , I am preparing to go back to school and finish a degree in medicine. This is inspiration
You’re AMAZING Dr.Webb !!!!
Thank you brutha. This was very helpful and inspirational.
Thank you for the reassurance & inspiration to keep working hard 💪
Thank you for saying this, I will get there and become what I'm supposed to be
Thank you for this video. And all the encouragement you give. Appreciate it
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
Your so inspirational thanks for the message! God bless.
Thank you! God bless you as well
Hello I love your video, I am in college now getting my associate degree in MA and my high school equivalency at the same time. I have a second chance to start my life. I am 40 years old I have my son when I was 17 years old. Now I am working hard to get into Medical school that my plan. I will love to be a obstetrics & gynecology Doctor, on test I don't do good. But when I saw your video it was helpful to me Thank you.
I'm in nursing school right now (graduate April 24), and I am going to go to med school. I am in no way shape or form as smart as half the people at my school. But I am determined, I won't let anyone outwork me.
Inspiring you got this
You are not smart!
In order to reach a goal that is multiple years in the future you have to have the focus and the determination to keep your eyes on the prize and grind out the necessary work until the absolute end of the process when you cross the finish line.
Thank you for sharing I really want to go to med school after finishing nursing school
medicine is just about memorization, if you study hard enough you will be one of the best students
Thank you for the inspirational video.
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
I think talk for majority when i say that this is exactly what i needed to hear. Thank you :)
No problem! I’m glad the video helps. Thanks for watching!
Thanks bro...very informative...hard work is the way.