Boards Preparation: Training for a Marathon, not a Sprint
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Transitioning From Medical School to Residency
Congratulations! Graduating medical school and securing a spot in residency is a very exciting accomplishment. You … Read more
How to Respond to a Waitlist Decision
After you interview at a medical school, you will likely wait several painstaking weeks before … Read more
The Value of Coaching in Medicine
Coaching is an integral part of sports, it’s often used by corporate executives, and even helps … Read more
Fatigue: A Love Story
This story originally appeared here on WhiteCoated.com. For me, it always starts behind my eyes. … Read more
Negotiating Your First Contract As A Physician
One of the most common mistakes young physicians make when taking a job is accepting … Read more
True Pass-Fail Curriculum: Key to Learning and Collegiality
Republished with permission from here. Being a pre-medical student is largely about the numbers — … Read more
Scary Smart: The Widespread Use of “Study Drugs” on American Campuses
While the American college experience can be a time of great discovery and learning, the … Read more
Residents and Fellows: Your Guide to the Right Career Path
You’ve earned your medical degree, worked your way through your residency or fellowship program, and … Read more
When is the Right Time to Take the MCAT Exam? Three Questions to Ask Yourself.
It’s not surprising that one of the questions we’re asked most frequently is, “When should … Read more
5 Things You Need to Know About Ranking Residencies for the Match
As you continue researching residency programs, applying, and interviewing with these programs, you’ll begin to … Read more
Having Children In Medical School
When my husband was in medical school, we had a social gathering for medical students … Read more
Advice from 20+ interviews: Part 1
I did 21 interviews. Don’t ask how much it cost because I don’t enjoy thinking … Read more
Pediatrics In Review: A Look at Clerkship #2
Central to the skillset of every physician is the differential diagnosis; this is the process … Read more
Reflections On An Encounter During My Elective in Vanuatu
Despite being on the top of a hill, the hospital was remarkably unimposing and unimpressive: … Read more
A Comprehensive Guide To Medical Career Interviews
Interviews are often stressful—even for those who have gone on countless interviews. The best way … Read more
The Soft Skills You Need to be a Leader in Medicine
Medicine needs a strong core of leadership now more than ever. Medical students and new … Read more
It’s Real: The Sophomore Slump
I strolled into second year, fresh off the plane from my South American adventures and … Read more
Advice for Interns on Night Float
Earlier this year SDN member bob123451 was the lucky intern starting residency on night float … Read more
Is a Post-Bacc Program Right for Me? Seven Benefits to Consider
It’s important to remember that as you prepare for and apply to medical school, there … Read more