<p>In addition: thanks to the previous suggestions I have received, I have begun to:</p>
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<li><p>Shadow a pediatrician, and continue over the summer and through 12th grade (and he has known me for a few years, hope to get a good recommendation from him!)</p></li>
<li><p>Intern at the science center at which I already volunteer; I have the opportunity to help with some organization, coordinate administrative events, and, most importantly, work with people in the exhibits, conducting small experiments and answering peoples’ questions about what they’re seeing (the last component is the one I’m most happy about). </p></li>
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<p>I certainly hope this all works out for the best! Thanks again for the feedback so far, guys!</p>