Michelle Finkel 
Despite more than a dozen years in medical school admissions consulting, I still clearly recall one bright advisee. She had improved her grades considerably throughout her college career, but had, unfortunately, a less than stellar freshman transcript. After calculating her AMCAS GPA with me, she lamented, “I feel like my ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 23, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Over a decade ago, I was seated in the emergency department with a colleague when I inquired about another one of our physician co-workers I’d not seen in a while. “Oh, she’s on the Mommy ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 26, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Most people don’t associate being a premed with relaxation. Outsiders imagine your existence as a combination of serious studying, late nights in the lab, and an extensive cornucopia of community service and leadership roles. Let’s ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated August 23, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Recently, I rounded out a full decade as a professional admissions consultant, assisting candidates with residency and medical school applications. One thing I’ve noted over the last ten years is that, regrettably, many applicants repeat ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated July 21, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
By Michelle Finkel, MD Whether you are a candidate for medical school, residency, fellowship, dental school, or post baccalaureate programs, you will cringe when you read the following true story: A well-meaning candidate I know ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 26, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
By Michelle Finkel, MD with CrispyDoc You put your heart and soul into your compelling, charismatic personal statement; you showcased your accomplishments and drive to succeed in your activities section; and you demonstrated the endorsement ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 26, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Many students arrive at medical school with a bias that their liberal arts education has instilled, namely, that they should survey everything before deciding on their specialty. Before medical school, students matriculate at colleges that ... Read more
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 26, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Drawing on the wisdom of those who have gone before you can help you avoid career-hindering mistakes.
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 27, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
The high rate of emergency physician burnout indicates that students matching to emergency residencies don't know what they're getting into.
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 27, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
Expert tips to make your personal statement stand out.
Michelle Finkel
Updated June 27, 2022 by Michelle Finkel
The Scramble will undergo significant changes in 2012. Michelle Finkel, MD, details these changes and how matched and unmatched candidates will be affected.
Michelle Finkel
Updated August 3, 2022 by Michelle Finkel