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Best Kept Medical Specialty Selection Secrets
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...
USMLE Step 2: Best (and Worst) Qbanks- UWorld, Amboss, Kaplan, Board Vitals & MORE! (2021)
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...
The Non-traditional Medical Student Journey
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...
USMLE Step 1: Best (and Worst) Qbanks- UWorld, Kaplan, Amboss, BoardVitals (2021)
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 when...
Medical Student Visa Tips for USA Immigration
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...
Should You Take A Gap Year During Medical School
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...
International Medical Students Why They are essential to the US Healthcare System (2021)
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...
How to Succeed in a US Observership Program
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....
Why You Should Explore a Dual-Residency
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....