Madam Dreamers To The Rescue of Women
Can you tell me about the mission of Madam Dreamers? The Madam Dreamers Academy (TMDA) … Read more
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Created for students, by students to help build a diverse doctor workforce
SDN brings together thousands of current and future medical students into one community where you can share information, offer guidance, and provide encouragement to peers and those coming up behind you. Whether considering a gap year, struggling with the intensity of your classes, or navigating the Match, you can find someone who understands what you’re facing.
Enter your test date, study availability, and test prep materials to receive a customized and adaptive MCAT study plan.
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Take an assessment quiz to find out which specialties best match your values and personality.
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Discover details about interviews and student experiences at medical schools reported by students after their interviews.
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MD vs. DO: What is the Difference?
DOs (osteopathic physicians) are the legal and professional equivalents of MDs (allopathic physicians). They practice in all areas of medicine and compete with MDs for residencies and in the job market. Learn more.
Burnout, In Retrospect: A Physician’s Experience
It took around four years to experience burnout. It was 3 A.M. in a rural … Read more
20 Questions with Dr. Richard Lane, MD, MPH & TM
Dr. Richard Lane attended University of Maryland where he earned a Bachelor of Science in … Read more
Don’t Let Your Goals Steal Your Soul: Dr. John Mellinger Discusses Balance and Self-Care in Medicine
Dr. John Mellinger offers his perspective on how balance success in medicine with a healthy life.
Q&A with Physician-Writer Patricia (Tia) Powell
Dr. Patricia (Tia) Powell is Director of the Montefiore Einstein Center for Bioethics, Director of the Einstein … Read more
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SDN was practically part of daily life throughout premed and medical school. I liked being part of a community of people all struggling towards the same end.
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SDN was an invaluable tool for me in helping me get accepted to the program of my choice and it is still helpful to me even after my acceptance!
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