My Story – Overcoming Clinical Depression as a Medical Student
“I was not okay.” Discover Andrea Dwek Schain’s personal battle with clinical depression as a med student, her path to healing, and why #SaveOurDoctors matters.
New Year’s Resolutions – How to Have a Successful 2019
The cycle of the New Year’s Resolution – be overly ambitious, and fall flat on your face within a couple weeks. Here’s how you can break the habit and guarantee success.
Standing Desks – More Harm Than Good?
“Sitting is the new smoking!” If you believe what the media is telling you, you’ll never want to sit again. But what does the science have to say about sitting vs standing desks? Let’s find out.
Doctor vs Engineer vs Business | How to Choose a Career
Is becoming a doctor and pursuing a career in medicine the right fit for you? I was heavily considering alternate careers in business and engineering when I was in college. Here’s my take on the pros and cons, and how I ultimately decided which career was the best fit.
Medical School Rankings: How Much Do They Matter?
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.
When Breath Becomes Air: Book Summary and Reflection
The captivating story of a talented surgeon who was taken too early by cancer. Here I share my thoughts on this remarkable book and how it helps us ponder the question, what is the meaning of life?
7 Ways to Maximize Your 20’s
Your 20’s are an amazing time filled with great opportunity but also significant responsibility. Here are my 7 tips to maximize the efficiency, productivity, happiness, and well-being you derive from this all-important decade.
5 Secrets to Summer Success for Pre-Med Students
Summer is a time for relaxation and fun, but pre-meds should also use summer break to get a leg up on strengthening their application. Here are 5 keys in spending your summer wisely in way that maximizes both rejuvenation as well as the impact on your medical school application.
My Experience – Medical Student Depression
This medical student at Ross University School of Medicine narrates the struggles felt during the first year of medical school. The uncompromising pressure to perform at a high caliber in medical school can leave students discouraged. Here are some actionable tips to get yourself back on your feet.
6 Tips for a Fun and Productive Summer
Summer is a great time to recharge while still being productive. Regardless of whether you are going into the medical field or something entirely different, these tips will help you enjoy a fun and productive summer!