Should Medical School Be This Competitive?
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
June 15, 2019
We need more doctors, but it’s so difficult to become one. What gives, and what are the implications for our future doctors?
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Neuromyths – 7 Common Misconceptions About Your Brain
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
June 8, 2019
The brain is the sexiest organ in the entire human body. But for all it’s amazing intricacies and complexities, its beautiful nature is too commonly misunderstood and oversimplified. We’ll cut the fact from fiction, and show you how to actually optimize your brain’s performance.
Avoid These Pre-Med & Med Student Financial Mistakes
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
June 1, 2019
Contrary to popular belief, doctors are not filthy rich. In fact, finances are a huge stressor for many medical students, residents, and even attending physicians.
Stoicism for Students – Better Grades & Long Term Success
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
May 25, 2019
In this day and age, we’re often seeking the quick fix. The silver bullet, the magic pill. How to instantly improve your grades, how to
How to Choose a Medical Specialty – 6 Steps
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
May 18, 2019
Choosing a medical specialty is one of the hardest decision you’ll come across in medical school. In fact, 75% of students change their intended specialty while in medical school. Here’s how to best decide.
Sunscreen is BAD!? | The Science-Backed Verdict
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
May 11, 2019
It’s hard to figure out what to believe. One day, we’re told something is great for us, and the next we’re told that ground breaking
6 Common Medical School Application Mistakes – Pre-Meds Be Warned!
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
May 4, 2019
Every year, we get hundreds of students applying to medical school, many of whom commit these errors that ultimately weaken their chances of getting accepted. Here are the medical school application best practices.
Doctor Stereotypes by Surgical Specialty (vs. Reality)
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
April 27, 2019
What do the various surgeon personalities have in common, and how is each surgical specialty different? These are the top stereotypes (and the truth) of various surgical sub-specialties.
Anki Flashcard 13 Best Practices | How to Create Good Cards
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
April 21, 2019
Anki is a powerful tool, but most students misuse it. Here are the 13 best practices in creating effective Anki flashcards and using spaced repetition for maximal effect in college and medical school.
Most Effective Way to Improve Memory (& Memorize Anything)
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
April 6, 2019
Pre-med and medical students have a lot of information to learn, whether that’s for the MCAT or USMLE Step 1 or any other medical school exam. Here’s how to get through all that information faster and memorize it faster.
