Choosing a Doctor Specialty: Overlooked Considerations
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
October 19, 2020
When choosing a specialty, students weigh a variety of factors. Here are some of the most important considerations that are too often overlooked!
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General Surgery Residency for International Students
Malke Asaad, M.D.
August 24, 2020
As an international med student, it may seem impossible to match into a surgical residency in the US. But it’s not! Here’s everything you need to know.
Typical Interview Questions and How to Respond
Cailey Talbot
July 24, 2020
Sometimes the most basic questions seem the most daunting. How are you supposed to respond to in a way that will differentiate you? This question and more are answered in our post on how to ace the behavioral interview.
Med Student COVID-19 Insider Guide: 2021 Cycle
Sarah Ottum, M.D.
June 15, 2020
These are the changes to the 2021 ERAS season due to COVID-19 including deadlines and changes to required exams.
The Final Challenge: Residency Interview Season
Sarah Ottum, M.D.
May 28, 2020
Congratulations! You’ve made it through two years of basic science studying, Step 1, and your third-year clerkships. Now comes the best year. Yes, fourth-year has
Curve Ball! The Day I Didn’t Match
Sarah Ottum, M.D.
May 25, 2020
The NRMP algorithm is designed to optimize the choices of both incoming residents and residency programs. But what happens when the algorithm fails you?
The Good, Bad, and Ugly – A Guide to Optimizing Interview Season
Ethan Gerdts
December 3, 2019
Interview season is about more than just knowing how to communicate. Med School Interviews require travel, planning, stamina and more. Read our comprehensive guide to ace your interviews, save money, and enjoy this interview season.
Should USMLE Step 1 Be Pass/Fail?
Kevin Jubbal, M.D.
August 10, 2019
USMLE Step 1 is the most important test a medical student will take. Should the test be Pass/Fail, or remain as a continuously scored standardized exam? Here are the pros and cons of each.
How to Spend the Final Months of Medical School Before Residency
Amit Pandey, M.D.
March 14, 2019
Fourth year of medical school brings the triumph of Match Day. But how should you spend the months after, leading up to residency. Here are the keys to making that time happy, healthy and productive.
How to Prepare for Residency Match Day
Meera Reghunathan
February 22, 2019
Before Submitting NRMP Rank List… Congratulations, you have finished interviewing at residency programs. You are ironing down your NRMP rank list and soon will be
