Enjoying Holiday Breaks Without the “Break”
Sammi Scarola
December 14, 2022
Is it possible to enjoy the holidays without falling behind? Learn how take a light break while not falling out of the routines you’ve built for yourself.
Read More »
How to Approach Your Personal Statement: Dos and Don’ts
Sammi Scarola
May 6, 2021
Writing your personal statement is a daunting and, in some cases, painful experience, but it doesn’t have to be. Read our list of personal statement Dos and Don’ts to ensure you don’t make any of the usual mistakes.
Connecting with Mentors Over Zoom
Sammi Scarola
March 11, 2021
With the dawn of COVID-19, social interaction is discouraged, and virtual meeting has become the new normal. Here is how you can create and nourish mentorships over virtual platforms like Zoom.
Third Year Clerkship Review: OB/GYN
Sammi Scarola
September 25, 2020
OB/GYN is a rotation filled with variety and many opportunities to learn. Here are some of the pros and cons of the rotation and what I used to prepare for the exam.
Physician vs. Physician Assistant
Sammi Scarola
September 1, 2020
Considering medical school? Then you’ve probably wrestled with the idea of becoming a Physician or a Physician Assitant. Here’s how you should decide.
Maximizing Productivity During the Quarantine
Sammi Scarola
April 23, 2020
With the shift to working from home, many are noticing a drop in productivity. Here is how you can get back on track and maximize your productivity.
COVID-19 Crisis and Medical Education
Sammi Scarola
March 31, 2020
With COVID-19 now plaguing the U.S., students can expect to see major effects on their medical education. Here are the major changes and key updates you don’t want to miss out on.
How to Use Imposter Syndrome to Your Advantage
Sammi Scarola
March 26, 2020
It’s easy to ignore your successes and feel like you don’t deserve to be in medical school. Instead of falling prey to Imposter Syndrome, use it as motivation.
5 Essential Tips for Medical School
Sammi Scarola
January 24, 2020
Medical school is often described as “a marathon at a sprint’s pace”. How exhausting! Here are 5 essential tips to succeeding in medical school while enjoying the journey.
Mental Health: An Unwarranted Stigma
Sammi Scarola
November 28, 2019
With medical student and physician mental health at an all-time low, and depression becoming almost a “norm”, it is time to face the facts and speak out against the mental health stigma.