Beginning Clinical Rotations–An Exercise in Humility
Central to the skillset of every physician is the differential diagnosis; this is the process by which ... Read more
Brent Schnipke
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brent Schnipke
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QBanks Before Step 1: Bomb the Questions, Ace the Test
Here’s a scenario I am asked about a lot: It’s a month before Step 1 ... Read more
Jason Ryan
Updated June 26, 2022 by Jason Ryan
Top 3 Myths about MCAT Scores Busted
As with any high stakes exam, it’s not surprising that there are a number of ... Read more
AAMC Staff
Updated August 21, 2026 by AAMC Staff
The Most Important Lessons I Learned While Applying to Medical School
Applying to medical school is a humbling experience, even if you have a successful application ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 26, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
Three Things to Consider if You Want to Quit Medicine
It was during my third-year pediatrics rotation that the doubts started creeping in. I really ... Read more
Antonia Young
Updated March 13, 2022 by Antonia Young
Q&A with Physician-Author Dr. Anthony Youn
Dr. Anthony Youn is a board certified plastic surgeon, author, and television personality. He graduated from Michigan ... Read more
Christy Duan
Updated June 26, 2022 by Christy Duan
Diversity in Med School: What Minority Applicants Need to Know
While getting accepted into medical school is more difficult than ever in America, there are ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated August 21, 2026 by Brian Wu
Five Mistakes to Avoid in Medical School Interviews
We all know medical school interviews are important. But did you know, according to a ... Read more
Suzanne M. Miller, MD, FACEP
Updated June 26, 2022 by Suzanne M. Miller, MD, FACEP
Chronicles of a Med Student: And That’s a Wrap!
Whew! It’s been a long year and I am itching for a much-needed, well-deserved break. ... Read more
Adelle
Updated June 26, 2022 by Adelle
Should Medical Students be Sued for Malpractice?
An Ongoing Dialogue Between Medicine and Law It is no wonder why medical schools across ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated August 21, 2026 by Brian Wu
How Should I Transition From a Gap Year to Medical School?
With one or more years between undergraduate study and a medical school education becoming more ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 26, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
Choosing a Residency That’s Right for You
If you are in medical school, you have been making choices for a long time ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu
The Key for Student Doctors to be Debt Free
With loan debt for students in graduate health professions rising exponentially, the conversation around choosing ... Read more
Timothy Ulbrich
Updated June 26, 2022 by Timothy Ulbrich
Staying Healthy During Medical School
Medical students and health professional know the importance of teaching others to stay healthy, especially ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu
Marriage and Medical School: The Pros and Cons of Balancing Both
Updated January 9, 2022. The article was updated to correct formatting and minor grammatical errors. ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu
Challenges Remain for Female Medical Students
It might actually come as a surprise to many would-be medical students that gender is ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu
How to use a Pea Plant to Increase your USMLE, COMLEX, and Shelf Exam Scores
Studying for the boards overwhelms most people. The sheer amount of information to know is ... Read more
Patrick C. Beeman
Updated June 26, 2022 by Patrick C. Beeman
5 Study Tips for the USMLE Step 1
1. Set a goal As the saying goes, “being begin with the end in mind.” ... Read more
Elsevier
Updated June 26, 2022 by Elsevier
Exam preparation: More than just studying?
Do you know of a colleague who is extremely good at their job, yet cannot ... Read more
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Updated August 21, 2026 by OUPBlog
