Personality Tests – Research Science Explained
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
July 7, 2019
Have you ever taken the Myers-Briggs or other personality tests? In this post, we break down the research behind these tests.
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5 Tips for Success on Summer Research
Lawrence Wang
June 10, 2019
Pre-med and medical students commonly spend their summers doing research. In this post, we discuss five tips that will help students achieve success in summer research.
Sunscreen is BAD!? | The Science-Backed Verdict
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
May 11, 2019
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
How to Get Strong Medical School Letters of Recommendation
Amit Pandey, M.D.
April 29, 2019
Letters of recommendation are a crucial component of the medical school application. Here are the key steps to securing strong, effective letters.
How to Read Research Articles Fast
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
March 16, 2019
Reading and writing your own primarily literature research articles is a challenging ordeal. Here’s the most effective system to read papers fast.
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.
Pros and Cons of Getting a Master’s Degree Before Medical School
Charles Coomer
October 24, 2018
Does a Master’s degree help with getting into medical school? Charles Coomer, who earned a MSc from University College London before matriculating in medical school, discusses the pros and cons of getting a Master’s degree before medical school.
How to Excel at Research in Medical School
Lawrence Wang
October 5, 2018
Doing research and getting publications are important for matching into top residencies. Lawrence Wang of UCSD gives some advice on doing part-time research while in medical school.
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.
Medical School Rankings: How Much Do They Matter?
Petey Kass, M.D.
September 4, 2018
Medical school rankings certainly matter, but there is more to each school than its ranking. So how should you think about them? Dr. Petey Kass of UCSF provides a framework to help you understand medical school rankings and find the school that is the best fit for you.
