How I prepared for the MCAT in only a month
The MCAT is a rite of passage to medical school. Everyone takes it. It is a formidable barrier that many …
Study Tips for the MCAT (More on How I Prepared in a Month)
Nearly a year ago to the day, I wrote my highly popular blog post “How I Prepared for the MCAT …
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How I studied for my NBME Finals
Hello There! It’s been a long time! I’ve been quite invested with medical school, and it’s been difficult leaving some …
OVERCOMING MCAT CHALLENGES
Starting a new year always prompts me to reflect on the previous year. I think of what I’ve accomplished and …
5 LESSONS I LEARNED DURING UNDERGRAD CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Standard This summer I focused my attention towards pursuing clinical experience in healthcare in order to find out if I …
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The Best Timeline for Applying to Medical School
When premed students contact us about guiding them through the medical school application process, many of their questions are related to …
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Top 10 Things You Need in Medical School
It’s crazy to think that I finished my first year of medical school last year. As I’m well into my …
Handcuffed By Medical School Loans
Medical school left you with a mountain of student debt. Statistics show that 81% of 2015 medical school graduates owe more than …
How Tutoring Can Help You ACE Your USMLE Exams
Have you ever been frustrated with a USMLE World or other question bank question? I know I certainly have. I …
So, You Graduated Med School. Now You Need a Career.
You have studied and trained in your specialty and now you are ready to define your career path. The question …
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You know you’re in Medical School when….
If you are in medical school you are probably bleary-eyed, exhausted and isolated from the outside world. You don’t know …
Becoming A Doctor: Expectation vs. Reality
Fans of Star Trek, the original series, may remember Dr. Leonard McCoy of the Starship Enterprise saying “Damn it, Jim, …
Tips for Applying to a Residency Program as an International Medical Student
It can be hard to navigate applying to a US Medical Residency if you are an international student. We’ve brought …
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Work-Life Balance: 5 Ways to Have a Life During Residency
As medical students and residents, we become accustomed to living our lives in year increments. Four years for medical school, …
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What Inspired You to Become a Doctor?
Inspiration is defined as “a sudden brilliant, creative or timely idea”- not things that align with medical school. It’s safe …
Your Guide to Fellowship Interviews
As I wrap up my final year as an internal medicine resident, I’ve looked ahead to the next steps in …
From Residency to Attendingship: Tips for Success
I still remember Match Day like it was yesterday. And just over ten years later, here I am a full-fledged attending, …
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21 Best Medical Podcasts to Subscribe to in 2021
Whether you are an aspiring physician or experienced in your specialty, we have no doubt that you are passionate about …
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How to Stay Physically Active in Medical School
It’s the middle of the year. Let’s be real, you’re exhausted. There’s no vacation in sight…. almost no hope for …
Top Medical School Scholarships to Apply to in 2021
There’s no way around it, medical school is expensive and unfortunately for medical students, the costs have been increasing over …
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Continuing Medical Education: CME State Requirements
Each state’s medical licensing board has its own set of licensure requirements for continued accreditations so that medical professionals remain …
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Top 10 Nursing School Scholarships in 2021
Funding is something that must be considered when determining your undergraduate and graduate academic goals for nursing school. Nursing school …
You Didn’t Match into Residency – Now What?
Every year, 4th year medical students wait anxiously for Match Week to find out if they matched into a residency …
USMLE Step 1 Exam: 9 Things to Know Before Taking the Exam
The United States Medical Licensure Exam (USMLE) Step 1, commonly called “the Boards,” is a standardized test that assesses a …
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Medical Student Tips: Prepare to Ace Your USMLE Step 1 Exam
What Are The Boards? The US Medical Boards is said to be one of the most challenging exams you’ll take …
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5 More New NBME Practice Exams Are Coming
For many students preparing for USMLE Step 1, the available NBME CBSSA (Comprehensive Basic Science Self Assessment) exams are the bedrock …
How I scored 89% in the MRCS Part A exam
As you step out of your last medical school exam, you realise you have been sitting high-stakes exams every year …
How to Pass MRCP Part 1
The MRCP Part 1 exam is tough. Preparation methods are constantly evolving, as is the exam. I am going to …
Ultimate Guide to the USMLE Step 1 Exam in 2021
What is the USMLE Step 1? The USMLE Step 1 exam is the first of the United States Medical Licensing Exam stages (also known as …
How to Prepare on the Day of Your Medical School Interview
IntroductionThe medical school admissions process is long and challenging. If you have been invited for an interview, you are just …
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