The landscape of pharmacy practice is rich and diverse. Pharmacists are making their mark throughout the profession. Beyond the traditional settings of community and hospital practice, pharmacy students and new practitioners have many practice areas ... Read more
Sarah Lawrence
Published September 6, 2019
The brief period of time that precedes the commencement of medical school is one of the most exciting times of your life. You have finally reached your goal of gaining acceptance into medical school. Now ... Read more
Katayoon Dowlatshahi
Updated June 23, 2022 by Katayoon Dowlatshahi
Despite more than a dozen years in medical school admissions consulting, I still clearly recall one bright advisee. She had improved her grades considerably throughout her college career, but had, unfortunately, a less than stellar ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 23, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Choosing a career is among the most stressful decisions a person makes. Even narrowing the choice down to a healthcare profession still leaves you with many options to pick from. Healthcare professions available include physicians, ... Read more
Brittany Ferri
Updated August 25, 2022 by Brittany Ferri
When you are interviewing for professional school or a job, some of the interview questions are going to be tough. Successfully responding to challenging interview questions requires vulnerability and reflection. Being vulnerable can make interviewees ... Read more
Rebecca Sainsbury Walker
Updated June 26, 2022 by Rebecca Sainsbury Walker
Most medical school interview days include a student-led campus tour. The tour gives prospective students the chance to check out the learning facilities and to ask additional questions that may not have felt appropriate during ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 23, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
Applying to medical school can be tough - even when you are just the parent. Tips for surviving the medical school application process for parents.
TC Davis
Updated June 23, 2022 by TC Davis
For many medical students, and especially those nearing the end of their second year, one concern seems to prevail above most others: preparing for USMLE Step 1. This is the first big standardized exam in ... Read more
Emily Hayward
Updated June 23, 2022 by Emily Hayward
Dr. Nicole Lovullo’s career has traveled a path that is both conventional and unexpected for a pharmacist. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and her Doctor of Pharmacy from the Ernest Mario School ... Read more
Sarah Lawrence
Updated June 23, 2022 by Sarah Lawrence
Updated August 15, 2019 – SDN, along with the VIN Foundation and the American Pre-Veterinary Medical Association (APVMA), conducted an “Apply Smarter” webinar for pre-veterinary students. It covered strategies for applying to veterinary school and ... Read more
Laura Turner
Updated June 23, 2022 by Laura Turner
Publications are the holy grail for the budding student researcher. These days, competitive specialties all but require one for serious consideration of your ERAS application. Posters and abstracts were enough to show research productivity during ... Read more
Trevor C. Hunt
Updated June 23, 2022 by Trevor C. Hunt
The medical journey is filled with many new experiences and challenges. The financial commitment of a medical career choice is frequently overlooked and can sneak up and surprise us. Medical school and residency are called ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 23, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
The community pharmacist working in the corner drugstore may be the most visible and best-known pharmacy practitioner, but the profession of pharmacy is far more diverse than most realize. Pharmacy students often think in terms ... Read more
Sarah Lawrence
Updated July 31, 2019 by Sarah Lawrence
What do beaches, BBQs and books have in common besides starting with the same letter? They’re also some of my favorite things to indulge in during the summer. For me, this summer will be my ... Read more
Christina Amutah
Updated July 29, 2019 by Christina Amutah
The Dental Admissions Test (DAT) is a 4 hour and 15 minute exam that tests both right and left brain dominant individuals and requires heavy preparation. It is broken down into six sections – biology, ... Read more
Samya Faiq
Updated June 23, 2022 by Samya Faiq
Despite growing knowledge of the field of occupational therapy, there is still much that is unknown about what their roles are in healthcare facilities and medical treatment teams. For those who are unfamiliar with occupational ... Read more
Brittany Ferri
Updated July 24, 2019 by Brittany Ferri
At this stage in my career, I have finished the pre-clinical portion of my journey. This part of training encompasses the first two years of medical school, which are primarily spent in the classroom. Early ... Read more
Emily Hayward
Updated June 23, 2022 by Emily Hayward
Dr. Maria Vasquez completed her undergraduate studies in biochemistry and earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Illinois at Chicago. After pharmacy school, Dr. Vasquez worked for Walgreens, where she obtained additional training ... Read more
Sarah Lawrence
Updated August 23, 2022 by Sarah Lawrence
There is no good time to have a baby. This is especially true in the medical education pipeline. Having children before medical school delays your career. Waiting until residency allows for parental leave, but the ... Read more
Erin Wildermuth
Updated June 23, 2022 by Erin Wildermuth