20 Questions With Chiara Switzer, DVM
Chiara Switzer, DVM shares her perspective on the field of veterinary medicine and offers advice for students.
Juliet Farmer
Updated June 27, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
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Medical Admissions Process: Reflections from a Student’s Perspective
The medical admissions process is stressful, but this student had a reflective take on it. Based on your experience, what are your thoughts?
Alex Cole
Updated June 27, 2022 by Alex Cole
What Will You Do If You Don’t Get Into Medical School?
Dr. Jeremiah Fleenor discusses strategies for answering the question, "What will you do if you don't get into medical school?", as well as how to strengthen your application for future application cycles.
Jeremiah Fleenor
Updated June 27, 2022 by Jeremiah Fleenor
How to: Get Into Undergraduate Research
Regardless of the health profession you hope to enter, conducting lab research will enhance your application. Learn how admissions committees view research experience and how to get it.
Ashley Carter
Updated June 27, 2022 by Ashley Carter
An International Elective: How To Choose
Many medical students choose to participate in an international elective as part of their education. Dr. Alison Hayward provides tips for making your international experience as success.
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett
Caribbean Medical Schools: What to Consider
Dr. Jessica Freedman discusses challenges Caribbean medical students face in obtaining rotation and residency positions.
Jessica Freedman
Updated June 27, 2022 by Jessica Freedman
Opportunities in Medical Writing
As an active member and advisor on the Student Doctor Network forums, I’ve received countless ... Read more
Joseph Kim
Updated March 19, 2022 by Joseph Kim
The Application Process: Why Apply Early
The application process for medical school begins earlier than the deadlines. Do you understand the importance of applying early?
Lee Burnett
Updated November 9, 2025 by Lee Burnett
How to Survive Interview Travels
You’ve been waiting for what seems like an eternity. You practically snatch the mail from ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett
Natural Disasters: Staying Safe When In Harm’s Way
“This could be just as devastating if not more devastating than Katrina …” WDSU News ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett
Just Sign on the Dotted Line
Updated September 19, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors and for ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett
Tell Me About Yourself: Trick Question (Interview Advice Column)
Updated June 24, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors. “It is ... Read more
Jeremiah Fleenor
Updated June 27, 2022 by Jeremiah Fleenor
Staying The Course: A Guide To Messing Up
Updated August 12, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors. As I ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett
Essay Workshop 101: Lesson 5: Introductions and How to Lead
The most important leading sentence of all, of course, is the first sentence of your ... Read more
Essay Edge
Updated June 27, 2022 by Essay Edge
Raves, Rollin’, & Roofies: Your Guide to Club Drugs
Updated December 8, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors. Scenario An ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated March 10, 2025 by Lee Burnett
Essay Workshop 101: Lesson 6: Editing Checklist
Substance Substance refers to the content of the essay and the message you send out. ... Read more
Essay Edge
Updated June 27, 2022 by Essay Edge
An Interdisciplinary Approach To The Health Care Team
Updated August 19, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors and to ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett
20 Questions: David Russo, DO, Pain Medicine and Physiatry
Recently The Student Doctor Network interviewed David Russo, DO, who specializes in interventional pain medicine ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated August 18, 2022 by Student Doctor Network