Medical students share their wisdom

You and your loved one can benefit from the knowledge gained by students who’ve already transitioned to Geisinger Commonwealth. We asked them about their journey into medical school. Here’s what we learned:

• Almost half the students who responded found the transition difficult, mainly due to changing study habits, stress and imposter syndrome.

• More than half the students said the transition affected their mental health and well-being due to:

» Academic stress

» Isolation

» Difficulty managing priorities, including relationships with friends and family

• Almost all students had to change their study habits to meet the demands of medical school.

Students at other medical schools have similar experiences. And certain circumstances, such as being a first-generation student or balancing family responsibilities, can add extra challenges.