Choosing a medical specialty is one of the hardest decisions a medical student has to make. Throughout their medical education, students are under a lot of pressure. From the basic sciences coursework to the board exams, then finally graduating with the MD or DO medical learners have many obstacles to […]
Chase DiMarco
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Your USMLE Step 2 CK is getting closer! But don’t worry, we’re here to show you how to select a question bank to best prepare. To start, let’s make sure we know what we’re up against. Similar to our Step 1 Qbank review, we will review the prices, differentiating features, […]
A nontraditional medical student is one that doesn’t follow the “traditional” path of going from premed to med school without a break. Taking a gap year, starting a career before grad school, or switching degrees tend to make one a “nontraditional student.” Many students aren’t able to follow the conventional […]
How do you know which USMLE Step 1 Qbank to buy? The world of test prep is vast and confusing. There are dozens of USMLE Step 1 Qbanks to choose from. And it’s not just about finding a question bank with the most questions. There are many factors to consider […]
NOTE: This is not a legal resource and nothing in this article should be considered legal advice. Regulations and interpretations of law are constantly in flux. Seek appropriate legal support if you have questions regarding your visa application. There are several types of non-U.S. resident visas that students should be […]
Premed students may take a gap year before medical school for a variety of reasons. The reason could be to gain clinical experiences, pursue a secondary degree, build their school applications/curriculum vitae, or handle unexpected life events. They may also wish to pursue a post-baccalaureate program or gain more experience […]
The United States healthcare system is inundated with diversity. We host one of the greatest varieties of patient demographics, types of health professions, and countries of origin within the physician workforce. Unfortunately, medical education programs have fallen behind in many ways. The current system often fails to provide equality of […]
Clinical observership programs are a way for international medical students and graduates (IMSs, IMGs) to gain US clinical experience (USCE). Observing medical learners accompany a physician throughout their daily clinical tasks and gain valuable hands-off training. These clinical rotations may or may not be accredited depending on your school’s academic […]
Dual residency or combined programs offer a lot of benefits to residents as they get to experience and adapt to changing and volatile circumstances. They learn perspectives involving patient care, outpatient settings, professional development, and leadership roles. Moreover, after completing the program successfully, residents apply for dual board certification. There […]
Your clinical rotations have begun and you’re on your way to the residency of your choice. So, time to ride the train to success, right?! Not yet! Many activities are required for a successful residency match. Some schools help their students prepare for this very well, while others do not. […]