Hot Topic: Medical Anthropology
Cailey Talbot
July 30, 2020
Medical anthropology is on the rise, and for good reason. Anthropology encourages us to look at health phenomena from different points of view, making us better physicians.
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Why You Should Choose a BS/DO Program
Pranay Narang
June 30, 2020
Many people have heard of BS/MD programs, but did you know BS/DO programs exist too? And they’re great for many reaons.
Should I Get an MPH?
Ashley Barker
April 15, 2020
If you’re interested in making public health a focus of your career, an MPH could be a great stepping stone.
Pre-Med with Low GPA? Here’s How to Get Accepted to Medical School
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
February 23, 2019
If you have a low GPA and want to be a doctor, all hope is not lost. Here’s how you can get accepted to medical school with a low GPA.
Why I Chose MD-PhD | Is It Right for Me?
Randy Ko
February 6, 2019
Should you go M.D. or dual degree with M.D./Ph.D.? In this post, Randy Ko, current M.D./Ph.D. student walks us through his own thought process and what led to his decision.
Why BS/MD Programs May Not Be Right for You
Yasanka Chalasani
January 9, 2019
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
Dual Degree Medical School Programs: Pros and Cons
Meghana Pagadala
September 8, 2018
Dual degree medical programs, such as the MD-MBA, are becoming increasingly popular. In her first post, Meghana Pagadala of UCSD discussed how to decide if this path is right for you. Here she takes a closer look at the pros and cons of each type of dual degree.
Pros and Cons of the MD-PhD Degree
Lawrence Wang
August 17, 2018
Are you considering an MD-PhD degree but unsure about the commitment? Lawrence Wang, current MD-PhD student at UC San Diego, shares his wisdom on the pros and cons of this dual degree.
Dual Degree Medical School Programs: Should I Pursue One?
Meghana Pagadala
July 30, 2018
An intriguing option for the medical school applicant is a dual degree such as MD/PhD or MD/MBA. Meghana Pagadala, third year MD/PhD student at UC San Diego, breaks down the keys to deciding whether a dual degree is right for you.
