David X.

At Harvard College, Dr. Xiang earned his degree with a major in history of science and a minor in molecular and cellular biology. This background provided him with a holistic understanding of medicine, combining historical context with cutting-edge scientific knowledge. Before starting medical school, Dr. Xiang worked as a health policy intern at New America, working on projects related to federal food assistance, the opioid crisis, and prescription drug pricing.

Beyond his academic achievements, Dr. Xiang is an accomplished writer and poet. In 2015, he was honored as a National Student Poet, the highest recognition for youth poets in the United States. His creative work has found a place in prestigious medical journals such as JAMA and Palliative & Supportive Care, demonstrating his ability to bridge the gap between medicine and the humanities. He has published over 25 first-author manuscripts in high-impact journals, and is the co-author on an additional 40+ manuscripts. Dr. Xiang’s role as a Doximity Op-Med fellow further demonstrates his writing skills and highlights his commitment to fostering empathy and understanding within the medical profession through storytelling.

Dr. Xiang has counseled aspiring medical students for several years. His approach is characterized by developing longitudinal and close relationships with students, focusing not only on their immediate goal of medical school admission but also on their future careers and personal aspirations. 

One of Dr. Xiang's greatest strengths lies in his exceptional writing skills. He takes pride in helping students find and nurture their voices through personal statements and essays. Recognizing that writing is often a challenge for many students, Dr. Xiang views this as an opportunity to not only help them represent themselves effectively on paper but also to equip them with valuable skills applicable throughout medical school and their professional careers.