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How to Reach Your Goals in Medicine: Keep an Eye on Your “Why”
Believe it or not, I’m a sucker for self-improvement and personal development. I imagine that in some ways, you are too. You’re probably on a decades-long journey to becoming the most phenomenal physician you can be. That requires working on your personal and professional development, seeking ways to improve your efficiency, gathering more knowledge, developing
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How to Make the Most of Your MS4 Spring
Congratulations! You made it! Application season is over and you’re awaiting Match Day with baited breath. At this point, you’re wrapping up graduation requirements and finishing your last hospital rotation. It’s been an incredible journey, and now the wide open calendar from February to June is like a whole new frontier. Hopefully you’re excited by
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What to Consider When Ranking Internal Medicine Programs
Choosing an internal medicine residency program marks a significant and impactful step in your career, often driven by a passion for tending to the health and wellness of adults. And yet, while you’ve taken this step, you probably have some questions about what to look for in a residency program. To help you find one
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5 FAQs About Using Anki for USMLE Prep
Maybe you’ve read Blueprint articles about Anki cards like “What is Anki?” and “Which USMLE Subjects Are Best for Anki?” but still have questions about this popular study resource. If so, no worries—we’ve got you covered! In this article we’ll go over some FAQs medical students have about Anki cards. I’ll show you how to
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Which USMLE Subjects Are Best for Anki?
You can hardly set foot in any United States medical school without hearing about the popular flashcard tool called “Anki.” Anki is loved (and feared) by many, but is it a good fit for you? Compare these strengths and weaknesses of using Anki for your USMLE prep! What is Anki? Let’s start with the basics:
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Do Higher USMLE Scores Actually Make You a Better Doctor?
For a period of time during your medical training, USMLE scores seem to be the only thing that matters. You’ve heard it before: study hard, score well. Devote your life to your dedicated study period, score high, and you can pick whatever residency you please. Your score, it seems, is absolutely everything. And then all
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How to Build Resilience in Medical School
As I am about to embark on the final semester of medical school in the midst of residency interviews, I’ve had a lot of time to reflect on my medical school journey. In many ways, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. Maybe that was a good thing! Nonetheless, it’s been an
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What to Consider When Ranking Emergency Medicine Programs
Why did you choose emergency medicine? In the heart of the hospital, the emergency room stands as a sanctuary of controlled chaos. Bright, fluorescent lights cast an eerie glow over the room, illuminating a symphony of activity. Nurses move with purpose, their steps a rhythm to the urgent cadence of beeping monitors and ringing beepers.
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