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Scientist

Are Doctors Smart? IQ by Profession

Do you need to be smart to become a doctor? What do other professions expect? Let’s take a dive into the average IQ by profession, as demonstrated by the scientific literature.

Application

Worst Premed Advice You Fell For | 4 Big Mistakes

With so-called experts preaching misleading information about the medical school admissions process, it’s important that you can discern truth from rumors. Here are 4 pieces of misleading advice you might have fallen for.

Exam Room

Regrets of a 99.9th Percentile MCAT Score

Given the immense volume of information that one must master to acquire a top MCAT score, it is critical that you set yourself up with an efficient strategy and high yield resources. Here is what I would do differently.

So You Want to Be a Physiatrist (PM&R)

There is a lot to love about being a Physiatrist, but there are also several prevailing misconceptions worth clarifying for your pursuit of finding the perfect specialty.

So You Want to Be a Nurse Practitioner (NP)

If you’re considering becoming a Nurse Practitioner (NP), here are some insights that can help guide your decision. NP’s have a critical role within the healthcare team, but there are several differences both professionally and personally between NPs, PAs, and MDs/Dos.

What Medical School DOESN’T Teach You

To thrive as a medical professional, your life should be founded on so much more than just a base of medical knowledge. Here are the lessons far too many miss out on.

Pen and paper for letter of recommendation

How to Ask For Medical School Letters of Recommendation

The letter of recommendation is a crucial aspect of the medical school application because it is the one part which requires someone else to vouch for you. Learn how to ask for letters of recommendation, including when to ask, requesting strategies, and what important materials you should provide.

So You Want to Be a Pediatrician

So You Want to Be a Pediatrician

If the prospect of laughing with kids on a daily basis interests you, Pediatrics might be your fit. However, there are several factors you should consider – this is the reality of Pediatrics.