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

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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[ceomgmt]

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

[simonabelson]

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.

[Carrymedeygo-hj]

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

[ddfelder]

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

[-yo]

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

[sourcehealing]

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. ❤

[plumeria]

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.

[mrmartywaring]

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

[TruthTALKA]

I’m 38 in my second year of law school, I went to community college at 32 to start undergrad from scratch. I’m also a former highschool dropout. You can do it if you truly believe in yourself.

[JasenWFO]

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!

[Ruby]

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.

[caribbeanbeauty]

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

[DNB]

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

[Userhandle]

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...

[bryantannibanjr.]

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

[KingKing-boyf]

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.

[DJWOLFLIVE]

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!

[jeweljade]

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

[elizajanica]

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!

[lrpg]

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 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼!