I am a miserable 25 yo girl, working as an engineer. I'm miserable in my life and I've had an opportunity to finish my studies abroad. While preparing my file to apply, i realised how I will never be happy, whether I stay in my country or go abroad. I just hate what I'm doing. I've decided to start over and do medical studies. Everyone is discouraging me. This video was helpful. Thank you
I wish you the best, I know it can be hard but you can prove them wrong! We shouldn't live by societal timelines, it's OUR lives. Hope you doing well. A 21 yo girl in med school :)
Oh my god girl same. I'm 23 about to finish engineering and wondering why I chose engineering when I knew I wanted medicine. I feel miserable and I live abroad. I'm still on the fence though.
I’m 37 and convinced my decision of not going to Med school at 26 was a mistake that I learned a lot from. Now I’m making arrangements to go back to my path. I’ll be 50 one day, but I’ll be what I was called for by then. God help me!
I feel you dear,am 32 and all focus directed to medicine and I know I would be one of the best family medicine doctor of my time. Let's go dear, it's call we must answer else we will be held accountable when we transition to the world yonder
@@shirinsyed Assalamualikum sis Ramadan Mubarak sis Love your videos from India Giving Neet exam this year which is medical entrance in India Hope I get selected this year Allah Hafiz sis
@@shirinsyed , Hi, I'm from India. I have my BE(EEE), MS(SS) and BL, practising as top rated medico legal lawyer. I liked to pursue medicine because right from my birth I have inquisitiveness in researching functioning of brain and I can't attain more knowledge just on interaction with people or reading/watching related books/videos. I can do more successful research only on becoming a nephrologist doctor. I heard Indians need to have NEET score which I can't pursue NEET because I didn't have biology in +1, +2 schooling. But I believe for graduates medical schools in UK, USA and Canada need not have to complete NEET to enter medical college. Is it restricted only to citizens of USA, UK and Canada or even to people like me from other countries? Please clarify. Thanks a lot.
I started med school at the age of 30 in 2019. I’m currently an incoming 3rd year medical student studying in the Philippines. I’m very happy about my decisions. I share about my journey through med school on my channel. Great video ❤️
I graduated in hrm (hospitality in other countries) here in the philippines when I took the course I only did it because it's what my parents wanted me to take and I didn't know what I wanted at the time. Now I'm 25, working and only until now that I realized my passion is in medicine, I kept on worrying about if I can still do it because of my age... Your comment as well as this video really helped in telling me that my age as well as what society says won't matter. And now I'm thinking of taking the NMAT and saving money to study medicine. Thank you 😊
Hello! I’m 34 and I’ve always aspired to be a doctor specifically an OBGYN. I’m now looking into going back to school to fulfill my dreams. I have two toddlers and a single mom. I’ve been trying to talk myself out of it because I know how much sacrifice it’s going to take, but I know the reward will be so much greater. Thank you for this video. I’m taking steps to get back in school.
I'm so lucky to have come across this video. I literally teared up listening to you talk. I'm a 21 y/o, I was average in school but I did pretty bad in my last 2 years of school and since then my life has only been going downhill. Since last 3 years I took gap years, didn't do anything and kept applying for med school entrance exam because my family wanted it. I kept failing every time. I was in depression, I wasn't motivated to study, AT ALL. Now I'm finally feeling the urge to study and get into med school and I believe in myself in a very long time BUT, I'm terrified to start so later in life and especially because I didn't do anything in those 3 years.
Even I am in the same situation. My friend s all are moving on . But I got stucked from last 3 yrs in preparing for med entrance exam . Not feeling to study anything but have a desire to bcum a doctor.i am stuck wat to do now Though if I take another drop to prepare for the exam I do know wether I'll get the seat or not.
It's exactly my situation! I was thinking I'm the only one experiencing this! I've gone through a serious depression. I'm also 21 , But gurl we can make it!
@@vaishnavi5030 I'm so sorry that you have to go through the same feeling. Assuming from your name, you're Indian right? Since I'm also from India I would like to give you an advice so that you don't waste any more time as I did. You should enroll in some college course, anything that'll be your second option and you can bet on will make you happy in life. And while giving it an hour of your every-day life, prepare for the med school exam and I really hope this year you can get through this time of your life.
Great video! I am 34 and after financial studies and 10 years in banking I finally am a med student in my second year! I am so happy about my decision. I am new to your channel, what is your speciality? Did you pass the USMLE? Good luck with your channel!
Hi Lavinia! Thank you for watching and subscribing! I appreciate it! Congrats on chasing your dreams - that is SO awesome! Yes I passed all the USMLE exams in 2019! It was a crazy stressful year but I made it :) Currently a first year medicine resident in new york :)
I graduated about 2 years ago with a bachelor in computer science and my age is now 22. I really wanted to study medical lab technology a.k.a laboratory sciences but everyone just discouraged me. I don't want to pursuie a master degree in computer science because I will not be happy and remain miserable my whole life 😭
That societal timeline is so stressful really has made me think at 20 its too late. I have this deep deep want in my heart to follow my dreams to go into medicine to learn exciting things and I am my biggest obstacle. Sometimes its not easy to do things you want when you yourself do not cooperate. I guess before I can do what I really really wish and dream and yearn for I really need to fix myself and heal myself so eventually I can start healing others. This video gave me a pat on the head tho it really calmed my fear. I am going to go for it when I am ready. Ready for the challenge
And here I was thinking I am too late at 25😭..I started with Chemistry for my junior degree, went into teaching after because it was the only career where you could get a job, unemployment is a serious issue in South Africa, but after all of this I still feel like I owe it to myself to be a Doctor, thank you so much for this reminder 🌸
You know Shirin. Every time I feel disappointed or down I come back here to watch your video. I am really grateful for you for this video. From bottom of my heart, thank you for this video and for your encouragement
I hated medical because my dad were forcing me to do it when i was 17. I ran away from home, working here and there. I tried to study history (my fav subject) but it doesn't feel good. I realise, i feel happy when i give service/help and people are thanking me. so, i tried to excel in hospitality but nasty customer put me into depression and I took it personal when bosses are critizing me even when i thought i'm trying to do my very best. so i left hospitality. now, i'm much older. whenever i comeback to my hometown seeing my father's face it makes me sad. I am old without any higher education. these past few days, i've been searching ways on how to enrol to med school. and here i am, thank you dr i wish this is the final answer that i am looking for. ❤
I’ll be 28 when I finish my undergraduate. I am hoping I will get into a good medical school of choice. I’ll be in my 30s by the time I’m finished. I feel so behind but ty for this video
You're an absolutely beautiful human being. Even when you speak, you pour out smartness, maturity, kindness and compassion. I feel like you showed the people who watched this video the same compassion you show your patients. I felt sparks in my body with every word you said. Ever point you made perfect sense. "How does anyone know what they want to do for the rest of their life when they're sixteen" and "Society's timeline". These are some of the things I've realized in the past few years. I sensed your joy when you talked about the buzz and fullfilment you feel when you walk home after working long shifts. Maybe you hear this everyday. But I want to say you're a wonderful person. The world is lucky to have a doctor like you. God bless you.
I’m pushing 40 and I’m in med school now (graduated of my 4 years premed in medical tech whilst still working) after a fallback career in the corporate & investment finance for years where I’m already in mid-leadership position. It’s scary to let go of the things i build up for years with my career. At first, I’m constantly fearful to restart all over again and change career path but so far getting into med school was one of the best decisions I’ve ever had so far. And It’s tough because my classmates were literally could be my kids already - being the oldest guy in the class definitely has its pros and cons. I’m always on edge and worry that I didn’t know everything at all whenever we have our exams and labs; learning is tough especially if you have other stuff in life aside from school with my age but I’m having a blast and never look back.
this is so uplifting and gives me so much more motivation! :) I love medicine and have ALWAYS wanted to go to med school, just didn't have the confidence in myself to do it. I'm 31 and like sooooo ready now. I have no chill. I want to start today hahah
I’m 31 now and am a nurse but I always wanted to be a doctor and being a nurse has been amazing but my heart beats faster when I see doctors and the things they do. It’s Definitely my calling. I’m planning on going for it!
This is such an inspirational video! It applies to all the people who are considering to choose a new career path, it is never too late and it is awesome that you are sharing this message. Plus what I love about your channel is that you are sharing the "doctor lifestyle" so that other people who might have the interest to become a doctor can become more aware of the challenges that this job comes with! I find your whole channel inspiring plus I love the New York environment and the way how you also enjoy New York! :):)
JazakIllah so much for this video.i m 31 yr old and have 6 years gap in career as I have 2 kids .still struggling internally to continue again .this video was blessing
yes its a profession for those who have all heart and love for biology ... only a kindest person and humblest being can be a good doc . please tell which exam u will give
Glad I found your video! I'm a 29 years old electronic engineer but I pretend to start my studies in medical school next year with 30 yo. :) I feel more mature and I want to help people.
I'm 26 and I'm just barely starting my career to become an MD. I want the experience of going through school and receiving influence from other MD students
I'm 35 now, in school for my AS for radio tech then will go for my BS in imaging science. I just started thinking about maybe doing the MD path. Not sure yet, before all of this I been an aircraft mechanic and always a contractor because no on hires permanent, and we are always disposable and never really felt useful to people's life's. So this is something I been contemplating for a while
Came across this video at the perfect time. I am currently preparing for my finals for my first year of Medical School. It's been a long and tough journey getting here and this first year of Medical School hasn't been the experience I'd imagined it being due to COVID-19. The passion and drive to study for my exams had faded through the year and it had made me question what I was doing here in the first place. This video has reignited that spark in me and reminded me of my journey getting into Medical School and why I wanted to study medicine in the first place. I needed this spark to re-motivate me to study that little bit harder and inshallah pass my first year exams. Thank you Shirin! Love your content.
In my country doctors are not rich people (at all😁) but it doesn't matter for me i still want to become a doctor. Now i'm a marine engineer and for my country with my salary i'm like a king😃 But i'm still not happy. I become an engineer after two years as a nurse. My parents talked to me and persuaded me to change my profession because of money. I did it, but all time while i was studying in my engineer university i was regreting about it. And i think that now, in my 28 it's time to change it back... Thanks for your motivation😄
I am an architect. But my aim was to become a doctor.Still now I have my passion.recently I bought some books of 1 St year mbbs course and download all years medical books. I am studying.i am 29 years old. I live in Bangladesh and I am trying to move Canada.i hope at my 35 I will join mbbs. So I am completing the course by you tube lecture and books.is it will be helpful. May Allah bless you.
yes its a profession for those who have all heart and love for biology ... only a kindest person and humblest being can be a good doc . please tell which exam u will give
In canada its MD which is a 10 years course, make sure will you be able to study for 10 years, its not about just a degree its about a lot of hard work, dedication, patience, intelligence many things.
I always wanted to study medicine..but did to financial issues I dropped that idea.. and I felt like I'm gonna be forever regretting my choice of taking math. Your video really made me feel that I can achieve anything in my life ..yes! I was afraid how will I go back to medical school if I get married and have kids .I will have lots of responsibilities. But I'm sure I'm gonna go back and study my dream job and will never ever listen to the societies
I am kinda in the same boat as you. I don't have a family, but don't know if a future spouse would me supportive a decision for me to go back to school.
I'm so glad that I saw your channel alhmdulilah this was a massege from allh telling me to never lose my dream thank you Dr shirin hope to be good doctor in inshaallah
Hello shirin....This is Owais from India and i m 25. I have done bachelor's and masters in horticulture but in my 12th it was my dream job to become a doctor. Yesterday my uncle was reliy from hospital after a long days of treatment and i came to know what it was to become a doctor. Now it have created same zeal and zest and i wanna pursue my career in medicine. Kindly help me whther is it ok to start the medical school at the age of 25. I mean isn't it late at this ge to begin with.....Kindly help me out.
Hi... I am also from India....and I'm 25 and half..... I went to Allen after my 12th for NEET preparation but then because of personal reasons I left it and I got married at the age of 19 .... Now I don't know what i should do because my in laws are not understanding at all and I am just realising how much I wanted to be a doctor and it is all so confusing..... It is good to know that people consider being a Dr. At 25 because of the entrance exam then the length of the course and all.... But we shouldn't let ourselves be discouraged like that😊 we can do it.
I plan on going to med school at 25, or maybe 30, because I still really want to figure myself out more. But who knows, I'm still young, I have no idea what God has in store for me yet 😊
Thank you for this vid, Dra! I am currently studying for my NMAT (National Medical Admission Test) this coming 4th of May! ☺️ I am really on the edge these days cause I'm working at the hospital and studying for a short time. But, anyways, I hope I'll make it through. Thanks! ❤
I’m 27 working on my bachelors. I was in the military so I had to take a break from school. I feel like I’m behind, or too late to peruse becoming a doctor. Premed is hard in trying to keep my head above water but Im pushing myself.. I worry that it will take me longer than 4 years to finish undergrad. My dream is to be a medical examiner I think it’s a really cool career. What are you guy’s thoughts on my situation
Assalamu alaikum i am very inspire from you. Allah bless you. Proud on muslim doctors like you who care of Hijab Lot of love from India. And Inshallah I will pray for your success to my Allah.
I'm 28 and finances is huge issue so I'm thinking of working a little more and saving so I can go to med school. But honestly it feels scary, it's like I think of what about the usual things like marriage and kids but I'm just trusting God with my life 🙏🏾
Same thing I think sometimes , but if other people could do it that means that everyone can . If you get married , your husband can support you and help you
I'm always waiting for your videos, Thankyou for motivating us giving us all your precious time and you've really talked everything that's truth and honest about Doctor and choosing medicine ♥️♥️😊😊☺ So much love for you stay safe and blessed 🙌 ❤ 🇮🇳
Salam!! I’m a 17 year old and I’ll be graduating high school in 2021 after that I’m aspiring to apply to the UK for medical school and I think that as an international student a foundation year is a must so I would tremendously appreciate it if you could give tips on what journey should I be going for concerning the path as a whole from graduating as a senior to first year university ! What exams should I take or what should I expect and all the details! Thank youu , Zeinab
I am 25 years old and I am a CIVIL ENGINEER with MBA in Construction Project Management and I always wanted to be a doctor, till this point I haven’t earn a single rupee, what should I do?? I really wanted to be a DOCTOR, I am from INDIA 🇮🇳 and here marriage is a compulsion at 25,26,27, etc, I have no one to talk with on this ???? 😢
Hi i recently watching ur videos about clearing usmle can u plz make a video how u prepared and which books u used will u recommend to international students . And when to start preparing for it.
Hey, Shirin dii ❤️ I am very blessed to have decided what I want to do for the rest of my life ALHAMDULILLAH ❤️ Dii I am super excited to see u frequently uploading 🤩 Thanks Best of luck 👍 for upcoming future ❤️❤️❤️ Lov frm India🇮🇳
Hi Shirin, I really like your video I'm in a big dilemma right now as to which career path I have to choose. I wanted to ask like I'm person who likes to work at different sectors ,should I choose my path for doctor or something else
Hello ma'am I am from Pakistan my age is 26... Is it okay to prepare now and become doctor... please reply me your reply will be a life changing for me
I'm 25 and i still want to be a Neurosurgeon. I'm about to round up my First degree in Anatomy ( human anatomy). I want to be a neurosurgeon but people tell me to forget my dreams and go make money. But i want to be happy. I want to be a neurosurgeon!! It's my dream😢
I am 40 years old and to become a doctor was my childhood dream. Recently my govt abolished upper age limit to do mbbs. Now i am thinking to appear in med exam but scared about my future. People say that you will end up with nothing if you join now. When i will complete my Mbbs and MD my age will be almost 50 years. Only 15 years will left to work. I am confused . What to do ? Should i listen to my heart or my mind ? Love from INDIA
Why 15 years ? Does someone force you to stop medical practice at young age of 65 ? Most people remain sharp minded till 75+ if practicing healthy lifestyle and no abuse of alcohol, drugs, smoking and other bad habits. Thats easily a 25 year career of exciting work you love if health permitting. Only God can tell how long one can stay efficient and active and do what they love, being pessimist is 👎If you dont try to pursue your dreams you will regret it guaranteed. I am 42 and i will do all it takes to pursue my dream of being a doctor, over here in Eastern Europe Moldova also has no age restrictions. Or maybe will apply to Russian medical school as i speak Russian too, maybe thats even better. Affordable cost of study and great schools. Either way i will give my best and pursue my dream, that will a be a test to find out what you made off. People like us of middle age know what we want 💪
@@Goorood please suggest me one more time. I have a family to feed. I am the only earner of my family. How can i pursue my dream without supporting my family ? I am in dilemma. Should i go for medical course or should i continue with my job ?
@@Paradise7998 I dont know the situation and what to suggest. Having a family to take care of is of course important. Are there are means you can combine both somehow ? Are medical schools expensive in India ? In my country Moldova they are relatively inexpensive, if translated to dollars roughly 1600 dollars per year. Can study in day time and do some part time work at evening. Doctors are being paid low wages here, 600-700 dollars a month, so that makes it people who want to make more money pursue different better paid careers. I have no family to feed, no children yet, so i never thought about how to combine both things study + work. I sincerely hope you can find a solution 🙂 Plz tell how things work in India, very curious to hear, things like cost of study, how much they make and what people think about doctors.
@@Goorood Hello. In India the cost of medical education is low in govt colleges. But we can't do part time work along with studies. After completion of mbbs degree , if you able to join post graduate degree course than govt will provide you salary , which is around 50000 rupees. In private colleges medical course is too much expensive. After completion they can join as assistant professor with salary around 80000 rupees. In private hospital salary is 1 lakh rupees. Doing private practice they can earn around 20000 rupees daily. People respect doctors in India. They consider them as god on earth. But due to some doctors greed sometimes they have to face physical abuse from public. Otherwise we all consider it as a finest and noblest job. ALL INDIA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE is one of the best college in India. It has all the facility. Hostel fees is less than 1 dollar for 5 years. I want to join in this college. Course fee is comparatively low. But due to my duty towards my family i have to think multiple times. If somehow i can get around 50 to 60 lakh then i will quit my job. But it seems a daydream only.
Hello miss I am so glad to see your vedio since I am turning 30 and have sales experience but want to become a podiatrist just because I always wanted to be one but finance was not enough but today I feel I should get admission but in doctor of podiatrist medicine since MBBS and BDS colleges refused to accept me as I am 30 years old. A small question related to that is there any age restriction which will stop me to become podiatrist surgeon or to get residency after DPM?
