Welcome, first-year medical students, to the beginning of your extraordinary medical education journey! As an experienced physician and medical educator, I am thrilled to guide you through the transformative experience of medical education. You are embarking on a path that will shape your professional identity and profoundly impact your personal growth. The Essence of Medical […]
Congratulations to all the new resident physicians starting their exciting journey on July 1! As you embark on this new chapter, it’s important to approach residency with the right mindset and strategies to thrive both professionally and personally. Four tips for resident physicians during training. Embrace a growth mindset. Remember that residency is a time […]
The medical school application process is a multi-step journey that requires dedication, planning, and self-reflection. It begins with the primary application, which is submitted through a centralized service such as AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service). In the primary applicaiton, applicants provide their personal information, academic records, and a personal statement. After the primary application […]
When preparing for your medical school interview, one of the most common questions you are likely to be asked is “Why did you apply to our medical school?” This question may seem straightforward, but crafting a thoughtful and genuine response can set you apart from other premedical students. Here are some tips on how to […]
Entering the medical field, whether you’re a fresh-faced premed, a motivated medical student, a hardworking resident, or an experienced physician looking for new opportunities, involves a pivotal step that many take for granted : the interview. Learning interview skills is an essential part of your career development. In this blog, we’ll explore interview skills, from […]
Applying to medical school can be a daunting process, especially when it comes to completing medical school secondary essays. These applications often contain specific questions that require thoughtful and well-crafted responses. These applications require premedical students to answer specific essay questions designed to help admissions committees get to know you better and understand why you […]
In medical education, it is essential to instill a growth mindset in students. A growth mindset emphasizes that talents and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. A fixed mindset, by contrast, sees these traits as inherent and unchangeable. Can a growth mindset be taught? There are several ways to teach a growth […]
Transitioning from medical school to residency is a critical step in the life of a physician. Every year on July 1st, thousands of new doctors begin residency and suddenly transition from being students to medical decision-makers. It’s widely recognized that this transition is one of the most stressful times in medical training. Changes to medical […]
If you’re an undergraduate premedical student interested in pursuing a career in medicine, you may wonder what steps you should take to prepare yourself for the journey ahead. As a pre-med student, there are several things you can do to set yourself up for success. Here are some tips to help you plan your undergraduate […]
