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I'm a non-trad student. Former software engineer for 18 years. URM. 517 MCAT. 3.3 sGPA (old bad grades). 4.0 Post-Bacc. over 42 credits (shiny new!).
Decided to go into medicine.
I have six LOR writers. One Post-Bacc committee (academic). One research (physician). Two from most-meaningful clinical experiences (1 physician + 1 hospice volunteer coordinator). One from doctor I shadowed. One from former software-engineering boss who is now a Director.
Some schools only want five LOR.
How do I decide between the two for the final spot? Shadow doctor or software-engineering boss?
I have been shadowing the orthopedic surgeon on and off for the past 4 years and he has mentored me throughout this process. Really wants to see me succeed.
I have known software-engineering boss for 3 years and he has seen me do some damn wizardry with software projects and timelines, gaining company recognition from the top brass. Was very happy to write a letter and he is now a Director.
Any advice? Thanks.
Decided to go into medicine.
I have six LOR writers. One Post-Bacc committee (academic). One research (physician). Two from most-meaningful clinical experiences (1 physician + 1 hospice volunteer coordinator). One from doctor I shadowed. One from former software-engineering boss who is now a Director.
Some schools only want five LOR.
How do I decide between the two for the final spot? Shadow doctor or software-engineering boss?
I have been shadowing the orthopedic surgeon on and off for the past 4 years and he has mentored me throughout this process. Really wants to see me succeed.
I have known software-engineering boss for 3 years and he has seen me do some damn wizardry with software projects and timelines, gaining company recognition from the top brass. Was very happy to write a letter and he is now a Director.
Any advice? Thanks.