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Medical School

A Day in the Life: A Look at the Medical School Clerkship Year – Part I

A look at a day in the life of a third year student and what the clinical rotations experience entails.

Written by: Alex Cole

Published on: August 18, 2014

MCAT

Should You Retake the MCAT? A Guide to Evaluating Your Score

There are a number of factors to consider when deciding whether to take the MCAT for a second time.

Written by: Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney

Published on: August 13, 2014

skip the MCAT

Pre-Medical

Want to Skip the MCAT? Check Out These Programs

Early assurance programs (EAPs) allow dedicated students to apply to to medical school early, sometimes without taking the MCAT.

Written by: Deborah Gutman, MD, MPH

Published on: August 4, 2014

Veterinarian Q&A

Veterinary Question and Answer with Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Shawn Messonnier shares his thoughts on the field of veterinary medicine and offers some advice for students.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: August 1, 2014

Medical School

What I Wasn’t Meant To Do in Medical School

Don't be surprised if your medical school experience changes the idea of the future you had envisioned for yourself.

Written by: Farah Kahn

Published on: July 30, 2014

Medical

What’s in Your iTunes? Podcasts for the Medically Minded

Whether your goal is education or entertainment, there is likely a medically oriented podcast out ... Read more

Written by: Megan Riddle

Published on: July 23, 2014

Pharmacist Q&A

20 Questions: Karla N. Turney, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist

Karla Turney shares her thoughts on the field of pharmacy and offers some advice for students.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: July 18, 2014

Pre-Health

Five Paid Ways to Get Clinical Experience

There are a number of ways you can gain clinical experience for your medical school application while earning money at the same time.

Written by: Deborah Gutman, MD, MPH

Published on: July 14, 2014

Pre-Medical

Benefits and Drawbacks: Taking a Gap Year Between Undergrad and Med School 

A look at the pros and cons of taking a gap year before medical school.

Written by: Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney

Published on: July 9, 2014

Money

How Do I Get Paid? A Beginner's Guide to Physician Compensation

Understanding the role of compensation models and their interplay with contract benefits, coverage and your personal life is crucial to successfully negotiating a compensation package post-residency.

Written by: Sidney Christiansen

Published on: July 7, 2014

Pre-Medical

Making the Transition to Medical School

The AAMC offers tips to make a smooth transition to medical school.

Written by: AAMC Staff

Published on: July 2, 2014

Medical School

A Letter to Myself, Future Resident, on Dealing with Myself, Current Medical Student

Residents, don't forget where you came from when you're not a student anymore.

Written by: Lindsay Heuser

Published on: June 25, 2014

Pharmacist Q&A

20 Questions: Cindy Stowe, PharmD

Cindy Stowe shares her thoughts on the field of pharmacy and offers some advice for students.

Written by: Mary Bystrek, PharmD

Published on: June 23, 2014

Medical School

It's Not a Failure: Taking Personal Leave from Medical School

Taking personal leave from medical school can help you recover from tough situations and succeed in your future career.

Written by: MedSchoolQueen

Published on: June 20, 2014

Medical

The Important Considerations for Starting a Career in Medicine

There are many long-term things to think about when choosing your first job after residency.

Written by: Tom Harbin

Published on: June 18, 2014

Residency and The Match

Lessons Learned on the Residency Admissions Trail

Keep these tips in mind when visiting residency programs and creating your Match list.

Written by: Michael McDowell

Published on: June 16, 2014

Pre-Medical

5 Steps to Preparing for Your Medical School Interviews

Taking steps to prepare for your interviews will reduce stress and strengthen your performance.

Written by: Megan Riddle

Published on: June 13, 2014

Medical

Top Factors to Consider When Comparing Medical Schools

There are many factors to consider when choosing the school you will attend for your medical education.

Written by: Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney

Published on: June 11, 2014

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Rebecca A. Lubelczyk, MD, Correctional Healthcare

Rebecca Lubelczuk shares her thoughts on the field of correctional medicine and offers some advice for students.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: June 9, 2014

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