In this episode, Dennis interviews Justin, a second-year medical student and co-founder of Special Operations Forces to School of Medicine (SOFTSOM), a nonprofit organization that helps Special Operations Forces service members and veterans in their journey to become physicians. Justin explains that SOFTSOM provides mentorship, guidance, and support to individuals from the SOF community who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine. The organization helps with the application process, offers scholarships for MCAT prep, conducts research on veterans in medicine, and partners with universities to increase soft representation in medical school classes. Justin also emphasizes the importance of tailoring application essays and preparing for interviews to highlight the unique experiences and skills of SOF applicants.

Takeaways

SOFTSOM is a nonprofit organization that helps Special Operations Forces service members and veterans in their journey to become physicians.

The organization provides mentorship, guidance, and support throughout the application process for medical school.

SOFTSOM offers scholarships for MCAT prep and conducts research on veterans in medicine.

The organization partners with universities to increase soft representation in medical school classes.

Applicants from the SOF community should tailor their application essays and prepare for interviews to highlight their unique experiences and skills.