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Feb 2018
9m 59s

Med School Motivation #4

Dr. Andre Pinesett
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Med school motivation Episode 4: “if we did all the things we are capable of doing we would literally astonish ourselves.” -Thomas Edison. Today, we break down this quote and discuss how you can overcome self-doubt, better yourself, experience success you never thought possible. Medical School is within your grasp, but you have to go for it, you have to go g ... Show More
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