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Should You Take a Gap Year During Med School

Kevin Jubbal, M.D. February 2, 2026

Considering a gap year during medical school? Learn when a research year helps your residency application, when it hurts, and how to decide based on match data.

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So You Want to Be a Pulmonologist

Kevin Jubbal, M.D. January 30, 2026

Triple board-certified, Harvard-trained physician, Dr. Chopra shares an inside look into the world of pulmonology and the reality of becoming a pulmonologist.

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When Are Med School Applications Due?

Kevin Jubbal, M.D. January 27, 2026

When are med school applications due? We break down medical school application deadlines as well as the application timeline you should actually follow.

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2026-2027 AAMC PREview Exam Dates

Kevin Jubbal, M.D. January 20, 2026

These are the available AAMC PREview test dates and registration windows for the 2026-2027 application cycle.

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2026 TMDSAS Activities Section Guide

Kevin Jubbal, M.D. January 19, 2026

Learn about the TMDSAS activities section, including why it’s important, what’s included, how the chronology works, and how to prepare.

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Highest Paid Medical Specialties in 2026

Kevin Jubbal, M.D. January 17, 2026

Which medical specialties pay the most in 2026? See updated compensation data, training paths, lifestyle tradeoffs, and how to choose the right specialty.