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So you just got admission into Medicine and Surgery and you are already dreaming of wearing your white coat and stethoscope.
Before you enter 200 Level, read this with your full chest. It will save you from stress, confusion, and unnecessary “what did I get myself into?” moments.

1. You are no longer in secondary school mode
Nobody will force you to read.
Nobody will chase you for assignments.
You are now fully responsible for your academic survival.

2. Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry are not your mates
Forget all those “medicine is for intelligent people” talk.
These three courses will humble even the smartest people.
But if you pace yourself, you will survive.

3. You do NOT need to read 24 hours every day
The secret is consistent reading, not killing yourself.
Read small-small but every day.
Past questions will help your life.

4. You will make friends who become family
Med school is stressful.
Your coursemates will become your support system.
Avoid isolating yourself.

5. You need a jotting style that works for YOU
Do not copy someone else’s method.
Find what helps you understand and stick to it.

6. Do not believe everything seniors tell you
Some seniors motivate.
Some intimidate.
Some exaggerate.
Filter advice. Not all of them speak from sense.

7. Mental health is important
Do not kill yourself over grades.
Med school is a marathon.
Pace yourself and rest when your brain is shouting.

8. You will fail something at some point, it is normal
Even the best students fail one quiz, test, or block work.
It is not the end of the world.
The comeback is what matters.

9. Eat well. Sleep well. Drink water. Touch grass.
Your brain needs fuel.
Do not live on noodles and vibes alone.

10. Remember why you started
When everything gets hard, and it will..
go back to your reason:
to save lives, to make your family proud, to build your future.

Medical school will shake you, but it will also shape you.

To those entering 200 Level soon… you go dey alright.
Just prepare your mind and stay focused.

If you’re a current medical student or a graduate,
please share something you wish someone told you before 200 Level.
Let the new students learn from us.

MedAnon:
If you’re a current medical student or a graduate,
please share something you wish someone told you before 200 Level.
Let the new students learn from us.

Most medicine student Dey depressed
Just little mistake fit spoil their destiny
Have seen medical student that are taken to PHE
Because he couldn't meet up

Racheal45:
Most medicine student Dey depressed
Just little mistake fit spoil their destiny
Have seen medical student that are taken to PHE
Because he couldn't meet up

Chai! Omo depression na normal thing for med school bro ano dey surprise atall

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