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Balancing Prep and College: The Essential Practice for Future Physicians
Preparing for the MCAT while managing college life is no small feat, but as future physicians, it’s crucial to remember that balance is necessary. We can’t put our lives on hold each time we do something hard. Think of this as a great opportunity to practice a skill you will 100% need in the future. With that being said,…
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Pre-Med Undergraduate Journey - Year 4 (advice from a rising MS1)
By your fourth year of undergrad, you’ll have to decide whether or not you will be taking a gap year. Meaning, this is the most variable year. If you haven’t yet decided, there are several factors to consider, including level of experience, GPA/test scores, time management, and finances. Without taking a gap year, you have…
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☀️How to Summer Smarter 😎 Part 4- Enjoy your summer! But if you do have to study...
This will likely be the countdown to one of the last few summer vacations you will ever have; life as a graduate student and as a working adult is rough. Spend time with friends; go on a vacation, if you can afford it; enjoy life. But if you do have to study, don't buy anything just yet; get a copy of First Aid, Guyton &…
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Pre-Med Journey Advice: What Do You Hope to Contribute?
One of the most transformative questions you can ask yourself early in your pre-med journey is: "What do I hope to contribute to medicine?" This can even be the start of thinking about your personal statement! It digs deeper into your motivations and identifying where you need to grow in years 3 and 4 of undergrad and…
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Pre-Med Undergraduate Journey - Year 1 (advice from a rising MS1)
Entering college is exciting! For many of us, it is the first time we are relatively independent, and we can pursue our interests. Some of us already plan to pursue medicine, others are undecided. It can be overwhelming for many, so where do we begin? First and foremost, get acclimated to college! Give yourself a solid…
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Med School Timeline and Advice
Hello, I would like some advice on how to proceed with my Pre-Med journey. I'm currently a junior going into my senior year of college, but I'm starting to do more research on what I need to do to get into medical school, and I'm realizing that I'm really behind and at a disadvantage due to the grades I've received in my…
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☀️How To Summer Smarter: Your Last Summer Before Med School🩺 - with MCAT Instructor Baasit J.
Hi Pre-Meds! We're kicking off our "How To Summer Smarter" Series with our very own MCAT Tutor and Instructor, Baasit Jamal. In the coming weeks, we will share his top four tips for things to do during the summer before med school. Baasit will also provide some general advice based on his personal experience. Make sure to…
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📈 MCAT Scores In Hand? Let's Break It Down! 📈
You've faced the MCAT, and your scores are here! Now what? Don't let those numbers intimidate you. Instead, let's turn them into a roadmap for your medical school journey. Analyzing Your MCAT Score: What's Next? 🔍 Deep Dive into Your Score Report: Don't just glance at the total. Analyze each section meticulously. Identify…
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Level Up ⬆️ Your Bio Studying: Active Recall Techniques for Complex Processes
Hi Pre-Med Community! 😊 We've talked about active recall before (check out our previous post for a general overview), but today, we're diving deep into how to apply this powerful learning technique specifically to the intricate world of biological processes. Biology is full of complex pathways, cycles, and mechanisms, and…
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Finals Got You Feeling Like a Lab Rat? 🐀 Don't Worry, You've Got This!
It's that time of the semester again, pre-meds! 📚 The library is your new home, coffee is your best friend, and sleep? Well, let's just say it's on a temporary hiatus. 😅 But hey, look at you! You've made it through countless hours of lectures, labs, and MCAT prep. You've drawn all the amino acids, memorized organic…
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Prove You’re a Professional with the AAMC PREview Exam (3 part post) 2/3
Part 2/3: Example Scenario and Response Let’s take a look at an example to really understand what the PREview tests. There are approximately 30 scenarios on the exam, each consisting of short descriptions of moral or professional dilemmas that a medical student might face. Here’s one example of a potential scenario: You…