Glenn Goodwin is originally from sunny Ft. Lauderdale, FL and is current member of our 2014-2015 Postbac Premed class. He earned his B.A. In Nursing Science from Purdue University and also holds an A.S. in
Emergency Medical Services.
1) Tell us a bit about your educational/career path and what
inspired you to make the shift into medicine?
In my quest to become a
firefighter, I was required to become a paramedic as well. I was dreading
paramedic school because growing up, I never liked medicine or science. After a
week of paramedic courses, my life changed, and by the end of paramedic school,
I chose to pursue a career in medicine. After chipping away at school while
working as a paramedic in the Miami-metro area, I became a registered nurse and
gained employment in a pediatric emergency department. Once I was exposed to
upper level medicine, and what the job of a physician truly entails, I knew
that I had found my new dream. I have been chasing this dream ever since.
2) Why did you choose the Bar-Ilan Postbac Premed program?
I am
not religious, nor am I especially Zionistic; I chose this program simply
because it is, by far, the best option for those trying to gain acceptance into
medical school. The program length (less than a year), coupled with the
relatively inexpensive tuition cost, made the decision a “no brainer”. Now that
I’ve embarked on my classes, I am 100% sure that I made the right decision.
This is the most academically challenging pursuit I’ve ever undertaken but the
quality of education that I’m receiving is nothing short of excellent. I quit a
magnificent and promising career and made many sacrifices to be in this
program; I couldn’t be happier with my decision.
3) What are four words you would use to describe you?
Focused, kind, open-minded and loyal.
4) What's your favorite thing about being in Israel thus far?
There are a few
things that I love about being here but my favorite would have to be the food.
The Mediterranean diet is not only healthier, but more delectable as well!
5) What's one item from home you couldn't live without (and brought
with you to Israel)?
My basketball; I am so thankful that basketball is a
popular sport here!
To learn more about the Bar-Ilan postbac premed experience, including applying to be a part of our 2015-2016 class, visit: BarIlanPremed.com
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