Thriving beyond ADHD & Failures: Interview with Vickie Medical Student

Meet Vickie, a third-year medical student at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine. Growing up on Chicago's south side and attending Chicago Public Schools, Vickie knew she wanted to be a doctor from a young age but faced academic struggles and multiple setbacks along her journey. Despite these challenges, including sitting for the MCAT five times and completing several post-baccalaureate programs, Vickie persevered.

Her story highlights the importance of resilience, community support, and self-advocacy in overcoming obstacles to achieve one's dreams. Vickie also discusses the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine, debunking myths about affirmative action and stressing the value of representation and understanding in healthcare. Her journey is a testament to not letting failures define one's path but rather using them as stepping stones towards achieving bigger goals.

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00:00 Sneak Peak

00:42 Intro

00:42 Introduction to Vickie

02:31 Embracing Identity

04:13 Post-Bacc Programs: Persistence Pays Off

09:08     Mental Health Impacts

12:40 Academic Failures in Medical School

13:47 Diversity and Inclusion in Medicine

16:46 Moving Beyond Academic Failures 

20:43 You are not alone

22:21 Diversity in Medicine

23:14 Advocating for Oneself during STEP1

24:39 Embracing One's Journey

25:46 Medical School Application Tips

27:17 Pearls of Wisdom

28:53 Summary of Episode

31:39 Conclusion and Social Media Information

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