The First Pre-Med
A blog for pre-med students
Meet the Author
Lexie Diaz
I am a first generation pre-med student who graduated with a Bachelors degree in Neuroscience from the University of Nevada, Reno in May 2022. Being the first pre-med student in my family made it difficult to navigate the application process for medical school during my undergraduate career. However, being involved in local organizations, gaining clinical experience, and speaking with local physicians and medical students has helped me gain insight on what it truly means to be a future medical professional.
Alpha Pi Sigma Sorority, Incorporated.
Alpha Pi Sigma Sorority, Incorporated. is a Latina based, but non-exclusive sorority that promotes academic excellence and leadership in its members. I participated as the secretary and sergeant at arms for two years at my local chapter where I gained leadership skills, participated in volunteer events, and mentored members from various backgrounds in a professional setting.
Community of Bilingual English Spanish Speakers (CBESS)
The Community of Bilingual English Spanish Speakers is a mentoring program for high school students that seeks to increase the number of English-Spanish speakers who pursue STEM-healthcare careers. As a leadership trainee, I mentored and guided a group of bilingual high school students as they researched a local community issue and organized an outreach initiative program to benefit members of their community.
Medical Assistant, Nevada Pain & Spine Specialists
As a medical assistant, I gained direct patient experience by collecting patient intake, reporting to clinic providers, and sending appropriate pain medication to local pharmacies. I also provided translation services for Spanish-speaking patients and interacted with patients from underserved communities.
Research Assistant, Neurogentics and Precision Medicine Lab
As a research assistant, I gained experience collecting wastewater samples from the Las Vegas and surrounding areas as well as lab techniques such as RNA extraction and Western blotting. I also mentored new assistants on lab safety and participated in lab administration tasks
A Blog for Pre-Med Students
Whether you are a non-traditional student taking a gap year, need tips on how to study for the MCAT, or have no idea where to start your pre-med journey, you are not alone and have the support of other students like you.
This blog was created to build a community and serve as a resource for pre-medical students of all backgrounds as they prepare their medical school applications.