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How to Successfully Adjust to Your First Year of Medical School
Congrats on your acceptance to medical school! This is quite the achievement, but many challenges still lay ahead. In this post I explain the life hacks and study strategies that will facilitate a smooth and successful transition to being a medical student and future doctor.
How to Edit and Proofread Your Own Writing—8 Tips
Use our 8 editing and proofreading tips to become a better, more effective writer for your medical school applications, cover letters, school reports, and more.
The Trap of Anki for the MCAT
Although the theory behind Anki is great, the software doesn’t always live up to the hype, particularly when studying for the MCAT. Find out why.
So You Want to Be a Reproductive Endocrinologist
So you want to be a reproductive endocrinologist. Let’s debunk the public perception myths and give it to you straight. This is the reality of reproductive endocrinology.
Doctor Stereotypes (vs. Reality) for Non-Surgical Specialties
What is fact and fiction when it comes to doctors and their respective stereotypes? We answer that question for internal medicine, family medicine, radiology, and more.
Is Premed a Major? Your Premed Questions Answered
Is premed a major? Not exactly. Learn what’s the best premed major, what’s the most popular premed major, and how to make the best choice for you.
New 2022 NRMP Data: Charting Outcomes in the Match
We compiled data from the official source for residency matching data, the NRMP, to determine the top 5 most competitive specialties in 2022.
Doctor Stereotypes by Surgical Specialty (vs. Reality)
How do stereotypes of certain specialties differ from reality? Some hold truth, but most are false. This is the truth about each surgical specialty.
Snapshot Interview Sample Questions and How to Answer
We share the Snapshot interview sample questions you are likely to be asked during your interview and how to craft ideal answers.
5 Reasons U.S. Medical Schools Are Amazing
Although U.S. schools aren’t perfect, there are still some things they get right. Here are 5 reasons why the U.S. medical education system is great.
ERAS Residency Application Photo Requirements and Tips
We recommend everyone include a residency application photo when applying through ERAS. Learn what’s required and use our tips for taking a professional photo.
Traveling Before Medical School—Decisions, Options, and Travel Strategies
Learn about the benefits of traveling before medical school, travel options, and how to successfully plan memorable experiences.