Her Dad Gave Her 3 Key Pieces of Advice. She Credits It for Her Success in Medical School
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By Rachel Paula Abrahamson
Published on April 1, 2026.
Alicia Wooten, a 25-year-old medical student, has shared her journey on TikTok, leading up to her match in anesthesiology at Stanford University School of Medicine. She credits her success in the school, largely due to her father's discipline and confidence. She shared three key pieces of advice from her father, Clarence, that helped her succeed in medical school. These included "delayed gratification," "grind now to earn your soft life later," and "setting goals for yourself" during the competitive process. Her father also emphasized the importance of networking and maintaining relationships.
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