Should_I Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Hello guys, I need an honest advice here please, I am a PhD graduate and thinking of doing MD but my only concern is the age, I need a blunt and direct advice, how old is too old? I know theoretically there isn't "too old" for med school, but I am seeking a realistic practical advice, If I apply to Med school I'm gonna start my studies at 32-34 depending on how fast I will get in (i.e. how lucky and successful my applications will turn), is that too old? Considering that I will graduate with MD and PhD, and the answer to the expected question of (do you really want to do it?) is yes, I do. Otherwise I wouldn't have thought about it and came here seeking advice... Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
circlecircledotdot Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 38 minutes ago, Should_I said: Hello guys, I need an honest advice here please, I am a PhD graduate and thinking of doing MD but my only concern is the age, I need a blunt and direct advice, how old is too old? I know theoretically there isn't "too old" for med school, but I am seeking a realistic practical advice, If I apply to Med school I'm gonna start my studies at 32-34 depending on how fast I will get in (i.e. how lucky and successful my applications will turn), is that too old? Considering that I will graduate with MD and PhD, and the answer to the expected question of (do you really want to do it?) is yes, I do. Otherwise I wouldn't have thought about it and came here seeking advice... Thank you Here is blunt and direct advice: No, you're not too old. Should_I and avocado_toast 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avocado_toast Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Some of the best doctors and medical students that I know started around that age, after pursing other degrees and careers. I think your life experiences and your PhD confer an advantage, if anything. Everyone who is applying to medicine should do a careful cost/benefit analysis before committing to an MD. You may have family considerations, for example. However if it’s only the stigma of being a little bit older, then I wouldn’t let that hold you back at all. Should_I and scrubbed0ut 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiynadoll Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Honestly, if the rest of your life can work around you being back at school, I say go for it. Medicine is a life-long career, being a few years older just means you're also a few years wiser. Yes, some of the other students in your class may be a whole 10 years younger than you, but they will also have much less life experience. The age I think is an asset. avocado_toast and Should_I 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Should_I Posted May 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Thanks everyone, appreciate the input Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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