EMT Vs CNA: Which Is Better For Med School?
Before applying to medical school, it is a good idea to have some kind of clinical experience. Not only does this look better on your application, but it also helps … Read more
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3 Important Books to Read Before Your Medical School Interview
There is no doubt about it, Medical School interviews are a daunting task for premed students. But it’s necessary. And we must all face this challenge before becoming physicians. In … Read more
How to Study For the MCAT While In School Full-time (Or Working Full-time)
If you are familiar with my method on how to study for the MCAT then you are aware that I support an MCAT approach of taking the test over the … Read more
How to Prepare For Your First Time Shadowing a Doctor or Surgeon
So, you finally got a shadowing gig set up with a physician. Great! You are one step closer to getting into medical school. If this is your first time shadowing … Read more
How to Ask to Shadow a Doctor With an Email (Templates Included)
Setting up your first shadowing gig can be a difficult task. Especially when you don’t actually know anybody in medicine. In this day and age, physicians are most of the … Read more
11 Essential Tips for Shadowing a Surgeon
Surgery is a highly sought-out field for pre-med and medical students. A career as a surgeon can be exciting. You are working with your hands, facing many challenges, and seeing … Read more
The Importance of Amino Acids on the MCAT
It can’t be stressed enough how important MCAT Amino Acids are. Biochemistry has become a huge focus on the post-2015 MCAT and places a heavier emphasis on Amino Acids. It … Read more
17 Books All Pre-Med Students Should Read
As a premed student, medical student, and physician, it is important to be constantly learning. The best doctors are the ones who never stop trying to be better. Of course, … Read more
What Are Good Questions to Ask When Shadowing a Doctor?
When you get the opportunity to shadow a physician, you want to make sure you make the most of it. One way to do that is by asking good questions … Read more
Are Premed Post Bacc Programs Worth it?
Prior to getting into medical school, I did a post-baccalaureate (Otherwise known as a post bacc) program. Specifically, I did a Special Master’s Program (Sometimes referred to as an SMP) … Read more