University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine

Why are you interested in UTRGV SOM? (500 words or less max; bullet points are acceptable).

REQUIRED [VIDEO Response] (In the past they have had you record your own video & upload the file) Submit a 2-minute video that answers the questions below. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine prepares future physicians in accordance with the following values: -patient advocacy -community focus -cultural awareness, -collaborative leadership style -lifelong problem solving Select TWO (2) of these values and discuss what you have done in the past that resonates with them. How will you support and strengthen these two values when you practice medicine?

Please describe any extenuating circumstances that may have affected your medical or non-medical service experiences, including any circumstances that impacted your engagement in activities, academics, and MCAT that would have helped to prepare you for medical school. (1500 words or less)

Many applicants express a desire to serve underserved communities, but true commitment goes beyond good intentions. What is a specific healthcare challenge disproportionately affecting the Rio Grande Valley, or a similar underserved area? Why do current solutions remain insufficient in addressing this issue? Given the constraints of limited resources, what practical and innovative approach could you propose to address this challenge, and how might it be implemented effectively?. (1500 words or less)