Dawn Zuidgeest-Craft, at 72, is poised to become the world's oldest medical school graduate, graduating at 73 this summer. A resident of Grand Rapids, Michigan, she began her medical education at age 69 in Anguilla after a personal crisis shifted her perspective on life. With a background as a nurse practitioner, Zuidgeest-Craft has spent years working in neonatal intensive care units and has always aspired to attend medical school. Her journey was inspired by her husband’s health scare, prompting her to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Zuidgeest-Craft emphasizes the importance of empathy in medicine, particularly for patients of her age group. She is also advocating for changes in medical training to alleviate student debt and enhance practical experience. Zuidgeest-Craft has applied to the Guinness World Records to officially recognize her achievement.