Study Techniques 101: the Good, the OK, and the Useless
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
January 6, 2020
There’s a great deal of misinformation and resulting confusion in the world of study strategies
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Enjoying Holiday Breaks Without the “Break”
Sammi Scarola
December 27, 2019
Medical students await holiday break, but along with the promise to catch up on sleep, comes a tempting trap to fall behind in school. Is it possible to enjoy a break without falling behind?
Time Management Lies – Why You’re Not Productive
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
December 21, 2019
Learn how to schedule and prioritize so that you can get more work done, spend more time having fun, and live a better life.
How to Take Notes | Science-Based Tips to Earn the Perfect Grades
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
December 15, 2019
We’ve all been told to take good notes, but what does that actually mean? Turns out, not all notes are created equal. Learn these top note-taking strategies to help you excel in class.
Guide to Memorization in Medical School
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
October 19, 2019
Usually, it’s best to learn through understanding. But some topics simply require memorization. In this article, I share the best memorization techniques and how to use them most effectively.
Third Year Clerkship Review: Psychiatry
Ethan Gerdts
September 26, 2019
Introduction Ahh, third year…when 8-hour lecture days are a thing of the past; when your mornings are early and your coffee is strong; when you
Is It Possible to Enjoy School?
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
September 21, 2019
Most people would agree that school is not fun. But does it have to be that way? Read on to learn how to actually enjoy school.
3 Lies You Were Told as a Student
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
September 7, 2019
Everyone knows what it takes to be more successful, right? Wrong. These common pieces of advice are actually false and could be hurting you.
Third Year Clerkship Review: Medicine
Ethan Gerdts
August 30, 2019
In this Clerkship Review series, we aim to provide an overarching view of each clerkship you will encounter in your third year of medical school. Here, we tackle Medicine.
How to Actually Stay Focused While Studying
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
August 24, 2019
Here are 7 steps that I’ve found incredibly effective at helping my students improve their focus while studying. If you ever struggle with concentrating to study or get work done, this is the remedy you’ve been waiting for.
