Worried About Taking a Gap Year for Med School? Here’s What You Need to Know. If you're a pre-med freshman or sophomore wondering how to avoid a gap year—or whether taking one might actually be the smarter move—this video breaks it all down.Dr. Adam Nessim shares a proven timeline, strategic course planning tips, and GPA advice to help you stay on track. Whether you're aiming to apply straight through or considering the benefits of a gap year, this is the guidance you wish you had sooner.🔑 In this video:- Why your freshman year schedule matters more than you think

- The MCAT timing mistake most students make- How GPA and course load can make or break your app- What med schools really think of summer classes- The truth about gap years—do they actually help?