10 Things to Do to Prepare for Applying to Med School
Keep these things in mind this year to help you prepare for your medical school application process.
3 Tools to Help You Prepare for Interviews
Strong interview preparation allows you to give meaningful thought to what qualities you bring to the table and why you might be a good fit for a particular school.
A Day in the Life: A Look at the Medical School Clerkship Year – Part II
A look at a day in the life of a third year student and what the clinical rotations experience entails.
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.
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.
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.
20 Questions: Karla N. Turney, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist
Karla Turney shares her thoughts on the field of pharmacy and offers some advice for students.
5 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.
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.
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.
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.
20 Questions: Cindy Stowe, PharmD
Cindy Stowe shares her thoughts on the field of pharmacy and offers some advice for students.
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.
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.
5 Steps to Preparing for Your Medical School Interviews
Taking steps to prepare for your interviews will reduce stress and strengthen your performance.
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.
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.
Partner Blog Spotlight: 5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Becoming a Dentist
Words of wisdom for new dentists from the American Student Dental Association's blog: Mouthing Off.
Fighting the Blank Page: Tips for Starting Your Personal Statement
Writing a personal statement is challenging, but these tips can get you headed in the right direction.
The Value of Social Media for Medical Students
Many students avoid social media because of its risks without considering the benefits it can provide when used well.