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Med School Extracurriculars That Will Boost Your Residency Application

Medical school may be one of the busiest times in your life, but it’s also a good time to figure out who you are and what kind of doctor you want to become. One of the best ways to do this is to get involved in med school extracurriculars! While completing the coursework and clinicals

Nov 16, 2023

How to Prepare for Your Residency Application During Each Year of Medical School

Congrats, you’ve gotten into medical school! Your dreams are coming true! Finally embarking on your medical training is a momentous occasion, worthy of celebration. Still, for many new students, it’s normal to feel a bit overwhelmed as the reality of the journey ahead starts to sink in. During your first day of class, as you

Nov 13, 2023

Soft Skills in Medicine: Communication, Empathy, and Teamwork

While learning physiology, pathology, and pharmacology are a major part of medical school, another equally important aspect is developing your skills in providing compassionate care and working effectively in a team setting. These latter competencies, known as “soft skills,” broadly describe our ability to communicate, demonstrate empathy, adapt to different situations, and solve problems. Soft

Oct 12, 2023

Making Friends in Med School: How to Find Your People

Starting medical school can be both exciting and daunting. Med students have the opportunity to experience a time of immense academic and personal growth along with the pressures that come with it. Perhaps more so than during other periods in life, this will be a time when you’ll benefit most from a robust support system.

Sep 26, 2023

Med School Burnout: Know the Signs, Causes, & How to Manage It

Burnout is a serious issue for medical students. The extensive periods of studying for exam after exam, the looming stack of write-ups and patient notes awaiting completion, and the ever-growing landscape of the medical curriculum can cumulatively generate an overwhelming burden that compounds over the four years of medical school. Empirical studies have found that

Sep 21, 2023

Choosing the Preliminary Year Residency Position That’s Right For You

Choosing the right path in your medical career is a critical decision that requires careful consideration. One option that often raises questions among medical students are about preliminary year residency programs, which serve as a year to build a solid foundation within various specialties (such as radiology, dermatology, anesthesiology, and more) before starting residency as

Sep 19, 2023

Why I Chose OB/GYN as a Specialty: My Story

Every year around September, fourth-year medical students confidently state, “I’m applying into !” when conversing with their attendings, fellow students, and anyone they pass on the street. While it certainly feels good to get to this point of assuredness, the twists and turns and (occasionally) crushing weight of making this decision are often glossed

Sep 14, 2023

A Guide to Finding Medical Student Mental Health Resources

As a medical student, you’re no stranger to the pressures and demands of your chosen path. The journey to becoming a physician can be exhilarating and fulfilling, but it can also be taxing on your mental and emotional health. Long hours, academic stress, and the emotional weight of patient care can all take their toll—studies

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