Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed in your medical career? Do you find yourself struggling to integrate your personal and professional life? Are you a successful clinician who feels like something is lacking? Or, perhaps, you are simply unhappy in your current position but feel guilty about feeling unhappy because you are outwardly successful. Many […]
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 […]
In the fast-paced, high-stakes world of healthcare, where time is as valuable as the services rendered and the energy demanded can often feel limitless, physicians find themselves in an ongoing battle against the clock and their eneryg reserves. The challenges of patient care, continuous education, administrative duties, and personal commitments create a demanding mix that […]
The medical school admissions interview is a pivotal step in the application process. Interviewing is a skill. Many medical school applicants preparing for their med school interview overlook the importance of developing those skills. In this blog, we’ll explore interview skills, from the basics, like making eye contact, to the subtleties of answering complex ethical […]
Have you ever left a conversation, felt unheard, or wondered, “What just happened?” Chances are your conversation partner felt the same way. To be an effective communicator, it is important to understand your preferred communication style and the preferred style of those you work with. Effective communication is essential for medical professionals to ensure optimal […]
Do you have a Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) study plan? The MCAT is a required component of all medical school applications in the United States. This standardized multiple-choice computer-based exam has been part of the medical school admissions process for over 90 years. It tests the knowledge and skills considered a prerequisite for success […]
The White Coat Ceremony is a tradition in modern medical education created in 1993 by the Arnold P. Gold Foundation. During the ceremony, first-year medical students are garbed in the white coat and take the Hippocratic Oath. They pledge to put the patient’s needs first, minimize suffering, accept each patient in a nonjudgmental and equitable […]
In healthcare, delivering high-quality care requires a well-functioning team. In this blog post, we’ll explore the four essential habits that can help your team function at a high level. Teams develop habits that allow them to perform at a high level. Whether it’s an outpatient clinic or an operating room, a team of skilled healthcare […]
Have you considered a non-clinical career? When you think of a physician, you probably envision someone wearing a white coat and holding a stethoscope. It’s a common perception to associate doctors with a clinical setting, as most physicians work in clinical practice after completing their training. However, more than 25% of practicing physicians consider non-clinical […]
Does Practicing Gratitude in Medicine help? Physicians work in an increasingly challenging environment. Consider the following recent headlines: “The tripledemic has brought back peak COVID fears and social tension.” “Congressional budget will cut Medicare reimbursement for physicians.” “Report: Hospitals face worst year financially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, jeopardizing access to patient […]
