Dr. Jessie Voit: Lessons in Geriatrics, Mentorship, and the Art of Medicine
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Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated February 10, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
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Laura Turner
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One International Applicant’s Journey to Dental School Advanced Standing Programs
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Abstract: Graham Greer, the 2025 The Student Doctor Network Graduate Student Advisor of the Year, ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
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Admissions Committees: The Art of the Decision
Abstract: Faculty serve three to four year terms on admissions committees, so they can vary ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated May 5, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Does College Ranking Matter for Medical School Admissions?
Abstract: Undergraduate college ranking plays only a minor role in medical school admissions. GPA and ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated August 21, 2026 by Lee Burnett
Angelica Cifuentes, OD: Advice for Future Optometrists
Abstract: Dr. Angelica Cifuentes, a Miami-based optometrist who graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2022, ... Read more
Kyle Magatelli
Updated October 27, 2025 by Kyle Magatelli
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Ten years ago, academics in the NEJM disagreed about a looming shortage of residency positions. After 10 years of data, we now have the answer.
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Lee Burnett
Updated August 21, 2026 by Lee Burnett
Supporting Medical Students with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses Through Advocacy and Mentorship
Abstract: The Medical Students with Disability and Chronic Illness (MSDCI) organization provides essential support for ... Read more
Kelsey Auman, MPH
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