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My Story – Overcoming Clinical Depression as a Medical Student
My name is Andrea Dwek Schain. Medical student, wife, dog lover and former clinically depressed patient. This is the story on how I became a

Letter of Intent vs. Letter of Interest
Are you waitlisted at your favorite medical schools? Learn about a letter of interest or letter of intent to see if it could make a difference.

How to Filter Important Information as a Student
In class or while reading your textbook, it’s often unclear what information is high yield and will likely be tested on, and what are less important details. This system will answer that question.

The Insiders Scoop – Neurosurgery Residency
Dr. Bayard Wilson walks us through the life of a UCLA Neurosurgeon, including the day-to-day, work-life balance, and his most rewarding experiences as a physician.

Five Time Management Habits to Adopt in College
Pre-med students must be skilled at time management to succeed in the field of medicine. Here we outline five time management habits to adopt in college.

Why BS/MD Programs May Not Be Right for You
There’s no denying that the long quest to become a physician is difficult. Yet each year, thousands of high school students decide to make the

How to Start a New Semester Properly
Don’t you just love it when vacation ends and it’s time to get back to school? Me too! But in all seriousness, it’s time to

The Insiders Scoop – Plastic Surgery
Anthony Echo, M.D., gives the Insiders Scoop on attending life as a plastic surgeon, including work-life balance and exciting new horizons in the field of plastics.

New Year’s Resolutions – How to Have a Successful 2019
The cycle of the New Year’s Resolution – be overly ambitious, and fall flat on your face within a couple weeks. Here’s how you can break the habit and guarantee success.

How to Balance Multiple Medical School Acceptances
Receiving multiple acceptances to medical schools is a happy dilemma that requires thoughtful handling. Here we provide five tips for properly managing multiple medical school acceptances.

How to Spend the Holidays Effectively
The holidays are a time for celebrating with family and friends. Here we provide five suggestions for maximizing your time during the holidays.

Do NOT Go to Medical School (If This is You)
Being a doctor is an awesome profession, but it’s far from perfect. Society at large idolizes the hard work, dedication, and status that being a