The purpose of this blog is to write about my preparation for dental school and some thoughts on the dental world in general. Undoubtedly, some random, completely unrelated things will be written here, but dentistry will always be the focus.
Monday, April 27, 2009
I'm Clean...
Yeah, it is true. I got my titer results today, and I am happy to tell you that I am immune to Hepatitis B, Varicella, and Rubella. Honestly, it was not a huge surprise, but I was a little concerned about my immunity to Hepatitis B; if I were not, I would need a shot over the next 3 months. I mean, the last thing I want to do is have to go to the doctor during the summer!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Boston and Related...
I took this past weekend to visit Boston with Mom and Dad. Before this weekend, neither of them had been to New England, so I was very excited to show them my new city.
We arrived in Providence around 11pm Thursday and drove to Boston, arriving at the hotel around 1AM. In the morning, we woke up, had breakfast, and then headed to Tufts Dental School. Earlier in the week, I had set up an appointment with the student services coordinator to view the dental/medical school dormitory. We were on our way to the school when I received a call from the assistant director of admissions. Apparently, I had forgotten to send the second deposit in, which prompted the assistant director to ask if I was still planning on attending. That prompted a rush to get a money order. Luckily, I was able to get that money to her.
I was pretty impressed with the dormitories. The rooms were a good size, the kitchen was adequate, and the gym had new equipment. The kids I met were cool, too, but more importantly, they seemed to be enjoying their time in the dorm while in school. After the tour, we headed back to the hotel before going out to dinner.
The next day was spent visiting a friend at Harvard. I figured my mom would enjoy visiting the campus while my dad was doing a seminar at TUSDM. If you have never been to Harvard, take the time to walk around and see the university. It is truly a site. After spending the day in Cambridge, we headed to Fenway to see the Sox play Baltimore. I had a few friends come along to the game. It was a late night.
Seeing my parents happy with the city made me feel even better about going to TUSDM. Although the decision to go to TUSDM ultimately fell on me, I am happy to know their are excited for my new school.
We arrived in Providence around 11pm Thursday and drove to Boston, arriving at the hotel around 1AM. In the morning, we woke up, had breakfast, and then headed to Tufts Dental School. Earlier in the week, I had set up an appointment with the student services coordinator to view the dental/medical school dormitory. We were on our way to the school when I received a call from the assistant director of admissions. Apparently, I had forgotten to send the second deposit in, which prompted the assistant director to ask if I was still planning on attending. That prompted a rush to get a money order. Luckily, I was able to get that money to her.
I was pretty impressed with the dormitories. The rooms were a good size, the kitchen was adequate, and the gym had new equipment. The kids I met were cool, too, but more importantly, they seemed to be enjoying their time in the dorm while in school. After the tour, we headed back to the hotel before going out to dinner.
The next day was spent visiting a friend at Harvard. I figured my mom would enjoy visiting the campus while my dad was doing a seminar at TUSDM. If you have never been to Harvard, take the time to walk around and see the university. It is truly a site. After spending the day in Cambridge, we headed to Fenway to see the Sox play Baltimore. I had a few friends come along to the game. It was a late night.
Seeing my parents happy with the city made me feel even better about going to TUSDM. Although the decision to go to TUSDM ultimately fell on me, I am happy to know their are excited for my new school.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Tying Up Loose Ends
Nothing much to report this week.
I am in the process of getting my vaccinations and financial aid materials done. It does not sound like much, but I have been working on that stuff for the past few weeks. I mean, I have never had to fill out a financial aid form, set up doctor's appointments, or take care of medical insurance. It has been quite the learning experience.
Next week, I head to Boston to take care of my living situation.
I am in the process of getting my vaccinations and financial aid materials done. It does not sound like much, but I have been working on that stuff for the past few weeks. I mean, I have never had to fill out a financial aid form, set up doctor's appointments, or take care of medical insurance. It has been quite the learning experience.
Next week, I head to Boston to take care of my living situation.
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About Me
- GDL
- I have a long standing interest in Dentistry and aspirations to practice. I am currently a student at Tufts University School of Dentistry.