We are a group of dedicated medical professionals who have made countless personal sacrifices to study in the field of medicine. We have taken on thousands of dollars in student loan debt, risking our own lives and health, exposing ourselves to infectious diseases and enduring abuse to treat patients. Yet, we find ourselves burdened with financial obligations that seem insurmountable.

While we were busy saving lives and contributing to the health sector, those with a liberal arts education are now no longer required to pay off their student loans. This disparity is not only unfair but also discourages aspiring individuals from pursuing a career in medicine due to the fear of lifelong debt.

Accordingly, we demand that medical student loans be forgiven. The average medical school debt is around $200,000 according to data from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). It's time for our government and educational institutions to acknowledge this burden and take action.

This petition calls upon lawmakers and educational institutions alike - let's level the playing field by forgiving medical student loans just as has been done for other fields of study. Sign this petition if you believe in fair treatment for all professionals regardless of their chosen field.