A lot of premed students feel pressured to apply to medical school too early — often because their parents want them to “stay on track.” The truth? Rushing the process can seriously hurt your chances of getting in.In this video, Dr. Adam Nessim breaks down why pushing to apply straight through, or taking the MCAT before you’re ready, can backfire. From weaker GPAs to lower MCAT scores to the challenges of reapplying, there’s a lot at stake if you don’t give yourself the right amount of time.