What You Should Know is an ongoing series covering a range of informational topics relevant to current and future healthcare professionals. Even for student doctors who are in training to be pediatricians or specialists in ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated March 16, 2019 by Brian Wu
Author’s Note: It is widely believed (and for good reason) that undergraduate research positions are highly competitive. This belief leads to the misconception that obtaining any research position is the goal.My experience with undergraduate research position applicants has taught me ... Read more
David Oppenheimer
Updated June 26, 2022 by David Oppenheimer
Many medical students, even those with a background in the liberal arts, may have a hard time conceptualizing the role that the humanities–in particular, the art of the narrative–may have to play in clinical practice. ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated March 16, 2019 by Brian Wu
One of the things I enjoy most about writing this med school column is that I get to tell a unique story from a unique point of view. No two people will have the same set of experiences ... Read more
Adelle
Updated June 26, 2022 by Adelle
Norman J. Pastorek MD, FACS specializes in facial plastic surgery. He trained at The University of Chicago Illinois and is board certified by both the American Board of otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated June 26, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
While there were many engaging sessions held at the 2015 UC Davis Pre-Health Conference, a few stood out for being exceptionally inspiring. Dr. Lisa Lattanza’s lecture, “How to Be a Successful Female Surgeon”, was one ... Read more
Suzanne Barston
Updated March 16, 2019 by Suzanne Barston
Transitioning to medical school is a significant change for most students; this naturally makes it a source of excitement, anxiety, stress, and even fear. Being a successful college student will not necessarily translate to success ... Read more
Brent Schnipke
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brent Schnipke
Winter break is the perfect time for medical students to take a step back to relax, re-assess, and re-engage for the remainder of the academic year. Below are three resolutions that all medical students should ... Read more
Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney
Updated June 26, 2022 by Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney
When selecting your classes each semester you apply a methodical approach. You no doubt consider several factors such as: What will satisfy major requirements? What will help you prepare for the MCAT and add weight ... Read more
David Oppenheimer
Updated June 26, 2022 by David Oppenheimer
The transition to clinical clerkships in medical school comes after two years of lectures, in-class exams, and national board exams. Without a doubt, it is an exciting transition. It is a key stage in the ... Read more
AJ Nguyen
Updated June 26, 2022 by AJ Nguyen
Dr. Natalie E. Azar is assistant clinical professor of medicine and rheumatology at the Center for Musculoskeletal Care NYU Langone Medical Center, as well as medical contributor to powerwomentv.com, member of the admissions committee for NYU ... Read more
Juliet Farmer
Updated June 26, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
Reposted from here with permission She was a petite, otherwise well-appearing woman, apprehensively sitting at the edge of the examination table. Hoping to mask my nervousness about this first, intimate patient encounter, I inquired about the reason ... Read more
Nita Chen
Updated June 26, 2022 by Nita Chen
At this year’s UC Davis Pre-Health Conference, the concept of innovation was on everybody’s minds and lips. There’s no denying that this is an exciting time to be in the medical field; between new technologies, healthcare ... Read more
Suzanne Barston
Updated June 26, 2022 by Suzanne Barston
Medical school is becoming routine to me now—which is great. I’ve finally found my rhythm after a few months and feel comfortable with my learning style and studying methods. And it keeps me busy enough during ... Read more
Adelle
Updated June 26, 2022 by Adelle
“What kind of interview will it be?” This is not a question applicants ever asked 10 or 15 years ago but often do now. Every year, more medical schools now conduct Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) ... Read more
Jessica Freedman
Updated June 26, 2022 by Jessica Freedman
Letters of evaluation are a vital component of the medical school application process. Since many applicants have high levels of academic achievement and robust extracurricular experiences, it is important for students to obtain outstanding letters ... Read more
Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney
Updated June 26, 2022 by Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney
Dr. Christine Montross is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior and the Director of Counseling Resources at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She works as a staff psychiatrist at Butler Hospital ... Read more
Christy Duan
Updated June 26, 2022 by Christy Duan
By Michelle Finkel, MD with CrispyDoc You put your heart and soul into your compelling, charismatic personal statement; you showcased your accomplishments and drive to succeed in your activities section; and you demonstrated the endorsement ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 26, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
With the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) undergoing major changes in 2015, the first revamp in over two decades, aspiring medical students are faced with new uncertainty in how to prepare for the crucially important ... Read more
EduMind
Updated June 26, 2022 by EduMind
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