Medical

Tools and resources to help you succeed in your Medical education journey

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.

WHAT IS THE MEDICAL SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS LIKE?

Learn from the experiences of past medical school applicants as you apply to medical school.

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AT WHICH MEDICAL SCHOOLS MEDICAL SCHOOLS AM I A COMPETITIVE APPLICANT?

Enter your information to view medical school admissions likelihood based on historic AAMC data and a list of schools where you're competitive.

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HOW DO I CHOOSE A MEDICAL SPECIALTY?

Take an assessment quiz to find out which specialties best match your values and personality.

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Who we help in the Medical community

Pre-med students who want to successfully apply to medical school.

Current medical students seeking guidance on rotations and residency decisions.

Practicing physicians who want to collaborate with colleagues.

What students are saying

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I have received some pivotal feedback from senior SDN members that significantly changed the direction of my goals and I found participation here to be an invaluable resource. It is also why I like to u2018pay it forward,u2019 to offer my perspective when I can.

SDN Member,

2018

SDN was practically part of daily life throughout premed and med school. I liked being part of a community of people all struggling towards the same end.

SDN Member,

2018

Medical Articles

Pre-medical, medical school, and physician (MD, DO)