This Mechanic Quit His Job to Go to Med School in His 40s

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4 жыл бұрын

Starting med school in your 40s is daunting, but it's never too late to chase your dreams. Carl Allamby made a midlife career change after 25 years as a mechanic. He decided to trade his socket wrench for a stethoscope and chase his dream of becoming a doctor. He knew he would be one of the oldest students, but that it would all be worth it to become a doctor.
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@simonabelson2141 2 жыл бұрын

I went to college in my 30's - attending night school while working as a home contractor and started medical school at 41. I became interested in medicine while volunteering as an EMT. I am 64 now and love being a doctor. I would advise anyone who is interested in changing their path in life, to volunteer in their community and talk to as many people as possible. You will be surprised how you grow by giving of yourself to others.

@kanamenoname210 Жыл бұрын

Hi sorry to ask but how did you balance bills, family, and personal expenses while in med school?

@ErickGarcia-gb5fi Жыл бұрын

Did you had kids while studying?

@jonathanweilbacher9714 Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Tio683 Жыл бұрын

Did u go to med school? Please share ur story!!!

@mercynjeri4603 11 ай бұрын

💕 Am tired of hustling and I need to have my course so not late

@ceomgmt 2 ай бұрын

Black man here! In college at 52 in my Freshman year experience. 🤓📚🙏🏾

@user-uc7lo8sb1e 2 жыл бұрын

As a black man, This made me very emotional & happy....

@ddfelder2 4 жыл бұрын

Because of him, I am inspired to return to school for medicine. Thank you!

@Uprising771 4 жыл бұрын

excellent!

@chobehrooz 4 жыл бұрын

Be successful.

@jesss2995 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats!!

@emilyc5625 3 жыл бұрын

Not to be negative but this goal would have been impossible if he wife didn’t have the means to support the family . That’s true love

@ddfelder2 3 жыл бұрын

@@emilyc5625 you’re not being negative... just realistic. And he owned a business which I’m sure provided some profit of he sold it. Some ppl drown in debt to cover expenses and some are lucky to have a spouse like his wife to keep them afloat. Whatever gets the dream achieved though. I’m also blessed to have my spouse’s support.

@carrymedeygo281 10 ай бұрын

I'm going back in my 30s after Graduating from college at 24....I am beginning to believe in myself again

@plumeria66 Жыл бұрын

I met a lady who was 41 who went back to school for mechanical engineering. She always wanted to be an engineer but got married and had kids. She finally became one and made her dream come true.

@geraldineshandokanie6062 5 ай бұрын

That's me iam saving up to go back

@mrmartywaring 8 ай бұрын

This is proof it's never too late to pursue your dreams

@Ruby0465 3 жыл бұрын

I'm going for Psychology at 39. I hope to be about 43-44 when I'm done. I want it so bad, thinking about it makes me teary with motivation.

@GiediPrime831 2 жыл бұрын

How’s it going

@1111mykal 2 жыл бұрын

Keep going!! It’s Yours

@thienpham911 Жыл бұрын

as in psychologist? or psychiatrist? because they are two different profession btw.

@shaunmc013 8 ай бұрын

You don’t need to put a time stamp on it. Just go ahead and do it. The idea is to get it done and learn from it. You will be blessed just to get accepted into the program..

@adriane3978 6 ай бұрын

Omg, I can’t stop crying. I’m 41 and my dream is to be a naturopathic doctor. I’ve been into holistic health my entire life. I’ve gone to school in the past for things that were practical but my heart wasn’t in it. If I do this, I will be almost 48 by the time I finish. The time is going to pass either way so I might as well go after my dream. ❤

@JasenWFO 3 жыл бұрын

This is inspiring. I am going back to college at age 49 after being an automotive technician for 30 years (I was also born without my right hand, but that's a whole other bucket of fish). I am currently certified as an ASE master technician and work as an independent mechanical breakdown inspector. I put my wife, 8 years my junior, through her doctorate degree and she is now a professor. Now I find myself staring down the barrel at the opportunity to pursue my MBA. This video was really helpful!

@caribbeanbeauty88 3 жыл бұрын

He saw something in me I didn't see in myself😢 powerful story🙏🏾

@siddharthraychaudhuri7250 2 жыл бұрын

I think most people would realise their potentials if they have someone like that.

@db4419 2 жыл бұрын

@@siddharthraychaudhuri7250 agreed!🙏

@bryantannibanjr.158 3 жыл бұрын

I am now 32, an average person but I have the desire to be a doctor. Thank you for the inspiration sir.

@jeanp.5929 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 32 too. All I want to do is get a master's in either psychology or Linguistics. That's been harder said than done for me. I have the money, I have the time, but I've shifted my thinking on how to retire. It seems that thinking about retirement and going to college don't mix that well. I don't want to be over 40 when I finish my B.S. but I have a feeling exactly that is going to happen.

@kylerspeaks3015 2 жыл бұрын

Bryant Anniban🩺Have you enrolled in Pre-Med yet? You put it online, so I’ll hold you to it🤜🏻Lol

@natedawg4495 2 жыл бұрын

32 here as well. I have a strong desire to return to college for my bachelor's. There is an even stronger desire to apply for medical school, Carl is an inspiration.

@SparksForces 2 жыл бұрын

They have post back program for some schools and other options is Caribbean medicine school not bad. One of my doctors told me it doesn’t matter where you choose to go to school to become a doctor longs you achieve your dream.

@Linda-dc7rl 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 32 and have decided to go back to school 🙏🏾

@Userhandle7384 3 жыл бұрын

I’m pondering the same thing at the age of 41... brought tears to me eyes. What a beautiful human being and so humble as well. Thank you, Dr Carl...

@iamflavoured8557 3 жыл бұрын

Your not alone... you Can be anything you want to be.

@SammyJ96 3 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year! Make this your year,to stop pondering and go for it. It's what you're destined to do,hence the reason it resonates so much . You can do this. God bless,and strengthens you on your journey.

@nadinem2122 2 жыл бұрын

Never and never give up, no matter what people may say. Let your dream come true.... there is no age for school.

@rebecamaldonado5686 9 ай бұрын

I just read this and cry 😢 like a baby wow, I love the medical field and thinking about becoming a doctor but I’m afraid I’m latina some words I don’t catch plus I’m 46 I’m a medical assistant and one day a doctor told me you can continue your education I can see a nurse practitioner in you but life circumstances stop me, I will pray and see if o can do this dream come true 😢

@lindagarcia1237 3 жыл бұрын

I was looking for a video that talked about giving up on medical school. Right now I am taking Biochemistry online class because of COVID and I am not doing good. I was very upset and stressed out because I am finding difficulties to understand this material....here I was looking for a reason to give up and found this video. I am also 40 yrs old and will be around 46 yrs by the time I finally get my white coat... this video has inspire me to keep moving forward 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼!

@filmasart 2 жыл бұрын

Best luck to you. I’m 39 and thinking of going for this but it feels impossible.

@db4419 2 жыл бұрын

Hang in there 🙌

@DJWOLFLIVE 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing story from a dude from my hometown who like myself start out doing one career and ended up doing another God bless to you and your family!

@bigalcr5571 4 жыл бұрын

I'm his nephew :)

@chadpease8951 4 жыл бұрын

Nothing like getting a check up AND an oil change haha good stuff!

@KingKing-bo5yf 3 жыл бұрын

I just passed my 41 yrs old birthday, 25 days ago. Now I am in my second year of study Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in New Zealand. Anything is possible with the belief in yourself and the support of all your family members and of course the country behind you.

@brendamutevera8877 4 жыл бұрын

Great story, age should never be an obstacle. Go for your dreams whatever it takes👏 I'm also going to med school at 33 and lm super excited for the career change. Finally following my dream and passion.

@sophiasocal68 3 жыл бұрын

Brenda, you'll have an advantage being slightly older. Don't make a big deal out of the age difference and by the 2nd week or so you'll be just another student.

@wiltuhoward8164 2 жыл бұрын

Proud of you!!

@filmasart 2 жыл бұрын

That is still really young. I want to go but I’m 39 and with two kids.

@SparksForces 2 жыл бұрын

@@filmasart go for it I knew someone who was 50 and did it.

@Teaslime96 2 жыл бұрын

I am 43 studying for the MCAT, its a real scary feeling but its something that I have to see through to the end.

@trawsoza2926 2 жыл бұрын

Damn this is inspirational! I'm 29 and thought I was too old to go back to school lol

@jeweljade9369 Жыл бұрын

I'm 43 and just made up my mind to go into nursing...it has always been a dream of mine..and seeing as I'm already in the health system 6 years now might as well branch over....this story has inspired me

@starzoon Жыл бұрын

I am 28 and just made the decision to go back to school after procrastinating for little over 10 years. My partner is all for it but fear of failures has been closing my mind. I am finally ready. This video helped cement my decision.

@robertdiehl1281 4 жыл бұрын

Great story. Best I’ve heard in quite some time. Feels good to see good humans helping good humans.

@fruitytarian 4 жыл бұрын

I'm crying...great story, happy to know the decision paid off for the doctor and his family. And props to his wife too 💙

@elizajanica7679 8 ай бұрын

I always wanted to become a registered nurse. After hearing Dr. Carl's story, I was inspired to go to nursing school. I'm currently in nursing school and I'm looking forward to becoming a registered nurse!

@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro 4 жыл бұрын

This brings tears to my eyes! It's such a BEAUTIFUL story! It's incredible! God bless this brutha and his BEAUTIFUL family!😊👍🏾👨🏾‍⚕️

@octaviawalker823 Жыл бұрын

I love this story. Wonderful story. I've worked in the medical field for over 15 years and always wanted to become a pediatrician. Had children, taken care of them and family and now the kids are grown and it's time to accomplish my dreams. No matter how much time has passed, I still have the urge to get into med school. It seems the feeling never went away. I am starting MA (medical assistant) courses to get the patient care. You are NEVER too old. I've seen an 80 year old woman get up from her wheel chair and get her degree. I am so inspired by people like her and this ex mechanic, now physician. You are inspiring. Never give up on your dream.

@DNB7227 3 ай бұрын

Amazing story. I'm here because I want to go back to school at age 51.

@Bloodhound3700 6 ай бұрын

Wow! Good for you Dr. Allamby! I am so proud of you!

@catrachitacda4051 2 жыл бұрын

I love this story especially how the wife stuck it out with them for their family so beautiful many blessings!

@mytrp7616 10 ай бұрын

This brought tears to my eyes. U can see how happy he is now. Im 31 n finishing a program now to change careers but it's still not my ultimate dream to be a fashion designer. I estimate I won't be able to start a Fashion design BA til 36 or 37. But this gives me hope! Sometimes it's our own negativity that beats us down. Stay strong and best wishes folks!! ❤😺

@sgtcoxjb5132 Жыл бұрын

I just came across this video because I'm considering going back to school and becoming a Dr myself at 39. I'll have to quit my federal office job and support my family on loan to pull it off. It's a terrifying thought but I've been seriously considering it for years now.

@THEisaacG 4 жыл бұрын

2:55 his eyes are so serious.. and close

@GodLovesYouAllTheTime Жыл бұрын

This is the very first time I’ve ever seen something real like this. This really makes me feel like it’s not too late for me. I just turned 40 in May 2022. And I’ve felt like it’s too late for me. I am truly Inspired.

@godisgood7334 Жыл бұрын

It's not too late. I'm 44 returning to school.

@thekushness Жыл бұрын

Turned the BIG 4-0 next month, I’m feeling very inspired!

@senges6751 2 ай бұрын

Go for it, in 6 years time you will be looking back and really be proud of yourself.

@NUKERADE 6 ай бұрын

I was worried i wouldnt get a job as a ML engineer at 33 and im watching these videos to make myself feel better about my age, thank you!

@abdullahrashee9391 3 жыл бұрын

this video gives me a huge inspiration and am a NEET aspirant(competitive exam for pre med schools in india) for 2021....

@andreac647 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful...I'm crying and thinking how important is to have someone who believes in you, a mentor, like the professor he had. I'm 39 and want to study Psychology, I wonder if it will happen. But whatever path my life would take, I wish to find something where I'll be able to use my talents and skills. It's been so many years of soul-searching, I'm looking forward to find the way home.

@themusicvibes2241 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you are doing great 😊 Best wishes to you it's never late ❤️✨

@esmeraldasalinas2910 Жыл бұрын

Never late to do what makes your heart sing whether psych or anythibg as long as your heart flows freely and lightly🫂 it can happen

@matongezinwanyi9769 2 жыл бұрын

I was about giving up after first semester to MED school after listening to him . I was set right forever

@thaintriguing1 2 жыл бұрын

He went from fixing cars to “fixing” people

@leosummers2533 4 жыл бұрын

Hat off to you sir.. congrats doc!

@Linda-dc7rl 2 жыл бұрын

This is so inspiring 🙏🏾

@willkirkoff1333 4 жыл бұрын

A true inspiration.

@missshaneezh 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. I really needed this.

@swafaasalim9802 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, you have encouraged me alot

@cyyrious 4 жыл бұрын

Wow this is pretty dope! The story is super great and inspiring!!!

@MrEvansjethro 3 жыл бұрын

I really needed this. Thank God for you sir.

@briancuffe4392 3 жыл бұрын

Inspiration and motivation! Wonderful story!

@youtubew.9256 2 жыл бұрын

This is a wonderful life story! Thank you for sharing.

@IgnacioFlores. Жыл бұрын

Brought me to tears, I'm 31 and a junior in college. Thank you.

@abc-wi3wv 2 жыл бұрын

This is really beautiful and encouraging ❤️

@annalisafreschini6594 2 жыл бұрын

I’m crying!!! This is sooooo inspiring!!!

@anastasiiachepysheva2967 3 жыл бұрын

This video gives me so much hope and inspiration for my second career journey that did not start due working and studding language as an immigrant in my earlier life. Thanks for such a kind, true life story that applies to so many of us that did not have much opportunity in early stage of life or simply realized the true passion later in life.

@robenniahspain-brandon8847 4 жыл бұрын

Your story will always be inspiring to me. I always wanted to be a doctor of podiatrist medicine. Thank you for sharing this story.

@thekushness Жыл бұрын

This beautiful story made me get chills. Truly the potential for greatness is never too late.

@kristianoleme 7 ай бұрын

Truly inspirational!

@csc1641 Жыл бұрын

Now this is a story worth listening to. Just amazing.

@samahnour5423 Жыл бұрын

omg, I can't stop crying watching this :( thank you for inspiring the world Dr. Carl Allamby

@mariscott6528 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!! Thank you!

@rjames9266 Жыл бұрын

This is exceptional! Wow, I'm blown away and inspired !

@amykim9593 3 жыл бұрын

I was thnking to become a doctor at 35. Becasue of this vedio, I am sure I am able!!!

@hudavid3256 2 жыл бұрын

It brings tears to my eyes.

@user-jj8ge3hy8l Жыл бұрын

Wow, how incredibly transforming it is to have someone who believes in you. Someone who sees potential in you and is ready to provide guidance simply for the sake of being a mentor. The journey is never easy but it gets easier when you have someone who will teach you and encourage you. This middle-aged man found a man who proved to be an excellent mentor. Thank you for sharing.

@Ash-ow9rw 2 жыл бұрын

This is so beautiful 🥰

@duriedbawadkji5395 3 жыл бұрын

Actually i'v been thinking to do that since while but always i was telling my self that i'm old and it will take long way to finish and now i'm 40 years old and i have this feeling that i should go for it, thank you for this video it gave me hope and motivation.

@Native722 3 ай бұрын

This is very inspiring.

@Suhaibiq Жыл бұрын

what an inspiring video. This is what the American spirit is.

@Tsj24 3 жыл бұрын

What an inspiration

@simbomaphanga4402 Жыл бұрын

42 and going back for my 20s dream , starting on the 01/03/23. Very inspirational video😍

@AARP Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Amazing to hear!

@jamesherren3479 Жыл бұрын

I’m a 41 year old who married a registered nurse and I was a systems admin then a realtor. Well my wife went and got her real estate license so I said ok smart ass I’ll go get me a degree in nursing lol I’m excited and motivated but I want to go all the way to psychiatric nurse practitioner. I started school in august and so far so good. All A’s but the hard part is just beginning 🙏🤞

@ranranj1245 Жыл бұрын

This mechanic has a great story. Legit role model.

@ajwrecker12 9 ай бұрын

This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen

@Sca408 Күн бұрын

Im 37, never finished college, did graduate hs, i need to try again

@luissantibanez2501 10 ай бұрын

Great story

@shahin2324 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring and motivating!

@andre1987eph 2 ай бұрын

gotta respect the man

@hankmoody5514 Жыл бұрын

I'm 38 and pursuing my degree in cyber security. I'll have around 20 certs when I'm done in about a year and a half.

@weallliveinanevilsystem.7238 4 жыл бұрын

Good job buddy

@user-je5cv9co7t 3 ай бұрын

Congrats ❤

@hollyslater6042 11 ай бұрын

So inspiring!

@jeffjorgensen3294 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing story love it

@RacquelTBrooks 5 ай бұрын

this made me cry.. I feel the same way.. This is my Desire.. I am Inspired

@RacquelTBrooks 5 ай бұрын

I am sure that in a another Parallel universe I am a doctor, and I've got an appointment to see myself.

@kenny20041 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Carl, my name is Kenson I want to personally thank you for your inspiration that means much more then a lot me and other people around my age that would want to get to Medical School at 45 with BA Degree. You're truly inspired me to become a proud excellent Doctor by the name of God. I Thank you again and you will always be an excellent Doctor by the name of the Lord.

@christsservant5472 3 жыл бұрын

This video touched my heart and made me cry. I am sooooo happy for you! You made it! I am 41 and I want to go back to school for music. I went to to Berklee College of Music for 2 years in my early 20's but could not complete the degree because it is way to expensive. I have been thinking about going back to college. Your story inspired me.

@MoJoe931 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@christsservant5472 3 жыл бұрын

@@MoJoe931 Awe! Thanks!

@kishadanyelle2183 3 жыл бұрын

Omg! I wanted to go there when I graduated. I wish I would've. It was my dream to do musice. But I feel I'm too old now. I'm about to be 41 and I've always wanted to be a song writer. Maybe in another life.

@christsservant5472 3 жыл бұрын

@@kishadanyelle2183 You are not old. I currently have 3 private teachers. A Composition/Theory Teacher, Piano Teacher, and a Voice Teacher. I am still learning at 41 as well as teaching piano for many years now. I am going to become a Concert Pianist and perform my Compositions. You can become a Song Writer. You are not too old. Work hard and you can make it! Find a good Songwriting Teacher. You don't have to go to college for music to study songwriting. I probably won't go back to college. I realized I am learning everything I need to learn, with my 3 Teachers I have now, to achieve my dreams.

@kishadanyelle2183 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that. Good luck to you! I pray you make it!

@HOTRODRICO 3 жыл бұрын

having a life partner helps as a single guy who would love to be able to do something similar im afraid I would have no one to support me while I try to chase my dreams... sadly I think it's over for me... I may end my life... God bless you Mr. Allamby

@Lightandlove995 3 жыл бұрын

Please do not end your life! That is not the answer. Do you have a church you go to?

@zaratgreen2095 Жыл бұрын

Great story.

@SammyJ96 3 жыл бұрын

😢😢😢😢😢 I am motivated.

@christopher31ck 2 жыл бұрын

Wow ! I love this .

@thekeeper3822 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much I'll do it and I'm. Now 42

@taliatehilahz7437 5 ай бұрын

Waooo what an inspiring story

@claubit32 Жыл бұрын

Living proof that anything is possible!😊

@10thFTW 2 жыл бұрын

😢. Reaction is priceless.

@dal2122 Жыл бұрын

Need a movie ASAP

@jdzspace33 2 жыл бұрын

I am getting my undergraduate degree a few years younger than him. It's kind of cool that those doors are still open to me if my business degree doesn't open the doors i want to go through

@enricoflamingo 11 ай бұрын

Cleveland in the house! Good job Carl!

@waliky2002 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@shawnellemartineaux6212 2 жыл бұрын

☺️☺️☺️❤🧡💛💚 This is awesome and heart-warming.

@WhateverDude38 2 жыл бұрын

I'm dealing with the whole "I'm too old to go back to college" road block right now. Plus, I don't know how I would pay for college.

@chirakyan.yervand502 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo

@justincomment521 Жыл бұрын

When he greeted his former professor, he's so loud and there's a meeting going on in the room behind them. I'm sure they could hear everything. LOL! He also has very strong and clear voice. He should also sing to make records on the side.