Dr. Varnel Antoine: Navigating the Challenges on the Path to Medicine
Abstract: Dr. Varnel Antoine, the 2025 Advisor of the Year (Private Institution), talks about his ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated February 10, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
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F1 Doctors: Supporting International Future Healthcare Professionals
Since the Student Doctor Network was founded 25 years ago, the forums have supported international-status ... Read more
Marwa Belhaj, Nashwaan Khan, Chi M Trinh, Zhengyang (Kevin) Sun, and Zezhou (Zach) Zhao.
Updated October 23, 2024 by Marwa Belhaj, Nashwaan Khan, Chi M Trinh, Zhengyang (Kevin) Sun, and Zezhou (Zach) Zhao.
Supporting Prehealth Athlete Applicants: A Conversation with 2024 Advisor of the Year James Wasco, MD
College athletics have been in the spotlight over the last decade. Athletes can now financially ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated May 5, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Research Mentors: How to Find One, Keep One, and Reap the Rewards
Welcome to “Research for the Rest of Us”, a column about navigating the complex intricacies ... Read more
Trevor C. Hunt
Updated June 24, 2022 by Trevor C. Hunt
5 Tips for Finding and Working With a Mentor
Do you know anyone who raves about their mentor? A mentor can offer you expertise ... Read more
AAMC Staff
Updated August 21, 2026 by AAMC Staff
Things I Didn't Realize About Medicine Until I Became a Physician
Recently SDN member medinquirer noted that it’s common for premed students to learn about medicine ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated March 12, 2019 by Student Doctor Network
Physician Burnout: What It Is and Its Impact on Future Doctors
Physician burnout is a widely discussed topic among practicing physicians and public health researchers. Many ... Read more
Aaron Hamlin
Updated June 26, 2022 by Aaron Hamlin
Spring Break: Should You Spend It On The Beach Or At The Bench?
For most researchers, working in the lab over a holiday break is somewhat different from ... Read more
Paris Grey
Updated June 26, 2022 by Paris Grey
How To Overcome Adversity in Professional School
After coming home from a long day at the library studying for my cardiology exam, ... Read more
Madeline Minh
Updated August 21, 2026 by Madeline Minh
Leveraging Pre-Med Learning Experiences for Success
Pre-medical students can – and should – take advantage of the many opportunities available to ... Read more
Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney
Updated June 27, 2022 by Anubodh “Sunny” Varshney
Searching for Your Dumbledore: Finding a Mentor
Tips on how to meet and build relationships with people who can advance your education and career.
Megan Riddle
Updated June 27, 2022 by Megan Riddle
