Chronicles of a Med Student: Gearing Up For Round Two!
Welcome back! I’m so excited to start my second year (and write about it, of ... Read more
Written by: Adelle
Published on: August 15, 2016
Medical
Learn about medicine and how to become a physician in our articles for pre-medical students (including the MCAT), medical students, resident physicians, and practicing physicians.
Medical School Interview Do’s and Don’ts
One of the most important phases of the application process is your interview. It’s your ... Read more
Written by: AAMC Staff
Published on: August 11, 2016
What Students Should Know About Post-Bac Programs for Career Changers
This two-part series will discuss two types of post-baccalaureate pre-medical programs. This piece will address ... Read more
Written by: Cassie Kosarek
Published on: August 10, 2016
Q&A with Physician-Author with Michael Collins, MD
Tell me about yourself – who you are, what you do, where you practice. I ... Read more
Written by: Brent Schnipke
Published on: August 8, 2016
How To Start A “Medwives” Support Group
By Amy Rakowczyk, SDN Staff Writer When my husband and I arrived in our new ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: August 4, 2016
Poker Face: Interpersonal Comparisons in Medical School
Poker, one may reasonably argue, is a game of sheer luck; he (or she) who ... Read more
Written by: Suhil Aggarwal
Published on: August 2, 2016
Beginning Clinical Rotations–An Exercise in Humility
Central to the skillset of every physician is the differential diagnosis; this is the process by which ... Read more
Written by: Brent Schnipke
Published on: July 25, 2016
Column Intro: The Third Year Differential
Central to the skillset of every physician is the differential diagnosis. This is a list of ... Read more
Written by: Brent Schnipke
Published on: July 19, 2016
QBanks Before Step 1: Bomb the Questions, Ace the Test
Here’s a scenario I am asked about a lot: It’s a month before Step 1 ... Read more
Written by: Jason Ryan
Published on: July 18, 2016
Top 3 Myths about MCAT Scores Busted
As with any high stakes exam, it’s not surprising that there are a number of ... Read more
Written by: AAMC Staff
Published on: July 14, 2016
The Most Important Lessons I Learned While Applying to Medical School
Applying to medical school is a humbling experience, even if you have a successful application ... Read more
Written by: Cassie Kosarek
Published on: July 13, 2016
Three Things to Consider if You Want to Quit Medicine
It was during my third-year pediatrics rotation that the doubts started creeping in. I really ... Read more
Written by: Antonia Young
Published on: July 11, 2016
Q&A with Physician-Author Dr. Anthony Youn
Dr. Anthony Youn is a board certified plastic surgeon, author, and television personality. He graduated from Michigan ... Read more
Written by: Christy Duan
Published on: July 6, 2016
Post-Bacc Program Guide
Post-baccalaureate or “post-bacc” programs, for short, are often discussed among pre-med students. While post-bacc programs ... Read more
Written by: Brian Wu
Published on: June 28, 2016
Diversity in Med School: What Minority Applicants Need to Know
While getting accepted into medical school is more difficult than ever in America, there are ... Read more
Written by: Brian Wu
Published on: June 22, 2016
Sleep Deprivation and Residents: Are We on the Right Track?
The tradition of long hours on the floor is an old one in American medical ... Read more
Written by: Brian Wu
Published on: June 20, 2016
Who Makes a Good Doctor? How Medical Schools Around the World Try to Find the Best Candidates
One of the continuing challenges for medical schools both here in the United States and ... Read more
Written by: Brian Wu
Published on: June 17, 2016
Five Mistakes to Avoid in Medical School Interviews
We all know medical school interviews are important. But did you know, according to a ... Read more
Written by: Suzanne M. Miller, MD, FACEP
Published on: June 15, 2016
Chronicles of a Med Student: And That’s a Wrap!
Whew! It’s been a long year and I am itching for a much-needed, well-deserved break. ... Read more
Written by: Adelle
Published on: June 14, 2016