Having sort-of gone through the previous Medical process, I can honestly say that the new way of going about clearance is much easier.
One more document to submit before they can decide on whether or not they want to declare Medical Pre-Clearance for me. I am making a pact to myself that if I am deferred again for longer than 6 months, or if I am denied, I am not going to continue to pursue this. It is a dream, but one that can be fulfilled after Medical School. I have poured my heart and soul into this application process, and I don't think that I have enough left to spare to give it a go again. If I get deferred or denied, I have to accept it and move on; to me, this is maturity.
Let's hope I don't get deferred or denied!