Hi Natacha,
I am somewhat familiar with PUCMM. I know about their 6 year med program, that they are accredited by all 50 states, the LONG process of admission (paperwork). i had relatives graduate from there.
My parents are dominican and I just got back from a month's vacation there (in Santiago). My dream is to study medicine. I applied to U.S. pre med schools and didnt get in. I always said that if i become a doctor, I would want to go to DR and help the poor children. My parents cant help me economically in the US but can in DR.
Im not quite convinced yet. Some people tell me its a great idea (chance of a lifetime), others tell me im making a mistake(they lack technology and llibrary resources, bad life style, hard time seeking residency afterwards, violence, etc.).
People tell me that I should take basic sciences in the US (Bio, Chem, Org, etc.) in the US and then go to DR because the US requires 60-90 under grad units for licensure, and that it would have a limiting effect on my medical career.
Im still researching to make sure I make a good decision. But I want expert advice
Do you think is a good idea?