Alexis Price-Moyer, MD ’26, is a fourth-year medical student enrolled at Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health in West Reading, Pa. She is a United States Air Force veteran and has completed her education, from kindergarten through medical school, in her hometown of Reading, Pennsylvania.
What is one thing you wish you had known in your first year of medical school that you know now?
I wish I understood that it was acceptable to take some time for yourself and wholly participate in activities that fill your cup, because if you can’t be there to care for yourself, how are you going to be there to care for anyone else?
How has your perspective on being in medicine changed over the last four years?
My perspective has changed, as I have shifted my focus to caring for those who are underserved. I’ve become increasingly aware that there is a large population of people in marginalized communities that often fall through the cracks of receiving adequate, compassionate care. We have to do our best to extend a skilled hand across the aisle, so these individuals are seen.
What initiatives or programs at the College of Medicine or in the community, if any, helped you feel supported in your career goals?
The Drexel Pathway to Medical School (DPMS) program allowed me the chance to prove that I had the ability to succeed in medical school while also furthering my education by awarding my master’s degree. I would not be here if it were not for the DPMS faculty that believed in me.
What advice would you give to incoming students regarding professional development?
Protect your humanity at all costs. Burnout does not come from caring too much — it comes from caring without support. Ensure to maintain your relationships outside of medicine and always keep your village in the loop. Prioritize wellness in the form of sleep, movement, nutrition, and mental health. Above all, if you feel like you are drowning, ask for help early! There is no shame in needing assistance!
Written by Katie Morris
