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Stoicism for Students – Better Grades & Long Term Success
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
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.
How to Choose Extracurriculars During Medical School
Medical students have busy schedules that limit the resources they can devote to extracurricular activities. In this post, we break down how to prioritize extracurriculars in medical school.
The Insiders Scoop – Gastroenterology & Healthcare Social Media
Name: Austin Chiang, MD, MPH Specialty/Interests: Gastroenterology (GI), Advanced/Bariatric Endoscopy, Healthcare Social Media Education/Training: Duke University (BS) Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (MD)
Sunscreen is BAD!? | The Science-Backed Verdict
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!
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.
Medical School Application Mistakes – Common Offenders
Applying to medical school is a long and complicated process. Here we outline ten mistakes to avoid when preparing your primary and secondary applications.
How to Get Strong Medical School Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation are a crucial component of the medical school application. Here are the key steps to securing strong, effective letters.
Doctor Stereotypes by Surgical Specialty (vs. Reality)
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.
MCAT Sections: What’s on the MCAT?
The MCAT is a rite of passage for every pre-medical student. In this post, we break down the four sections on the MCAT and what to expect on test day.
Anki Flashcard 13 Best Practices | How to Create Good Cards
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.
Clerkship Review – Surgery
Surgery is a notoriously difficult clerkship and specialty. In this post, I reflect on my experiences during my surgical clerkship at UC San Diego.
