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  MCAT Prep by MedSchoolCoach is the Only MCAT Study App You’ll Ever Need! By: MedSchoolCoach     (This is a Sponsored post from MedSchoolCoach. To see all the companies that help support #LifeofaMedStudent, check […]

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Navigating USMLE Step 1: Strategies, Mistakes, and Triumphs

  Navigating USMLE Step 1: Strategies, Mistakes, and Triumphs By: Picmonic   As the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 looms on the horizon, the pressure intensifies, and the anxiety levels of medical […]

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Mastering the Rigors of Medical School: An In-Depth Guide to Success

  Mastering the Rigors of Medical School: An In-Depth Guide to Success By: Picmonic     Embarking on the arduous journey of medical school demands academic prowess and a strategic approach to studying. In this […]

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Medical Students Taking Action to Address Social Determinants of Health

  The Healthy Democracy Campaign: Medical Students Taking Action to Address Social Determinants of Health By: Dr. Jennifer Caputo-Seidler     Given the reality of health disparities in the United States, it is not enough for […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Conquering USMLE Step 1

A Comprehensive Guide to Conquering USMLE Step 1 By: LifeofaMedStudent       Embarking on the journey to becoming a physician involves conquering various milestones, with USMLE Step 1 being one of the most critical. […]

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8 things that being a Medical Student with ADHD has taught ME!

  8 things that being a Medical Student with ADHD has taught ME! By: Eric Mubang     Adapt to the situation: For me personally, I  always struggled with absorbing information quickly. I would have […]

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(Almost) No One Cares Where You Went to School

  (Almost) No One Cares Where You Went to School By: Dr. Brent Lacey of The Scope of Practice          Every year, tens of thousands of high school, college, and professional school […]

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Tips for Preventing Medical Student Burnout

Tips for Preventing Medical Student Burnout By: Jeffrey M. Smith, MD     Medical school is tough – you’d be hard-pressed to find a physician or student who disagrees with that. With demanding academics, grueling […]

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“How I Became a Surgeon”

“How I Became a Surgeon” By Single with Scalpel Two years of medical school classes flew by, followed by three brutal weeks of preparation for the USMLE. “Enjoyed” doesn’t adequately describe the excitement, inquisitiveness, and […]

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Medical students are NOT superhuman!

Medical students are NOT superhuman: My experience in medical school without a perfect memory! By: @ZuFutureSurgeon     Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to graduate medical school and become a doctor while having […]

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How I became an Anesthesiologist 

How I Became an Anesthesiologist By #LifeofaMedStudent     The clinical years of medical school are kind of like a bad middle school dance. There are specialties you want to dance with but are out […]

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The Best Medical “Pick-up lines”

The Best Medical Pick-up Lines By: LifeofaMedStudent     Every couple of weeks I’ll share a funny medical pick up line that I receive on #LifeofaMedStudent. It‘s frequently one of the more shared tweets that […]

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Thank you notes after an interview: Are they a waste of time?

Thank you notes after an interview: Are they a waste of time? By: LifeofaMedStudent   You’ve finished your residency interview and in the days after are wondering, what next? Should I communicate with the program? […]

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Telemedicine took MY Job!

Telemedicine took MY Job By: LifeofaMedStudent     I hear about Telemedicine often in the news and until recently had only casually glossed over the latest articles. The details I paid little attention to, but the […]

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The Worst Trauma I’ve Personally Been In 

The Worst Trauma I’ve Personally Been In By: #LifeofaMedStudent       The other day I tweeted about the worst trauma, at least by the amount of blood product given, that I had personally been […]

My “Personal Statement” for Residency (And Tips for yours!) 

My “Personal Statement” for Residency (And Tips for yours!) By #LifeofaMedStudent   It’s that time of year again! The ERAS application opening date is looming and by now many of our 4th-year applicants are starting […]

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How a Rural Health Program got ME into Medical School

How a Rural Health Program got ME into Medical School By: LifeofaMedStudent    “Kinda place you can’t wait to leave, but no one does” I came from a small town. Middle-of-Nowhere, Indiana, U.S.A. Corn fields, […]

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The Surgery Rotation: Breaking down my 24 hours on call!

The Surgery Rotation: Breaking down my 24 hours on call!  A Guest post by 3rd-Year Medical Student Yang     An overview of 24-hour call on surgery as a third-year medical student. Enjoy!   

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How to get a great Medical Elective Experience in Africa!

How to get a great Medical Elective Experience in Africa! By: Violet Mwango     Undertaking a medical elective overseas is an opportunity to experience a unique and different hospital setting. One not only gets exposed […]

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Gift Ideas for Medical Students – 2021

  Gift Ideas for Medical Students – 2021 By: LifeofaMedStudent     Whether for the holidays, a birthday, or just because – here are some of LifeofaMedStudent’s gifts for medical students. The biggest gift of […]

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How to study in Medical School!

How to Study in Medical School By: #LifeofaMedStudent     How to study in medical school? How is it different than undergrad? What do you recommend? Are practice questions that important? Is there a “right” […]

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Transitioning from Med-Student to Doctor: A Quick Guide!

Transitioning from Med Student to Doctor: A Quick Guide By #LifeofaMedStudent   The Match is over. Your fate and future were sealed, opened, and finally announced to the world. After the hangover has worn off, […]

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BoardVitals CME Pro PLUS Review

  BoardVitals CME Pro PLUS Review By: LifeofaMedStudent       In this post, I’m going to review and explain the Boardvitals CME Pro Plus package that comes with a complimentary gift card to either […]

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Tips for Getting Scholarships to Medical School

Tips for Getting Scholarships to Medical School By: Benjamin Rushing of Apprentice MD     Many students worry about getting scholarships to undergraduate school, but people rarely mention competing for scholarships to medical school. Many […]

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Buy vs Rent – Why I bought a Home during Residency

Buy vs Rent: Why I bought a home during residency By: LifeofaMedStudent   If you read most medical/financial blogs, the verdict is pretty clear on the fact you should rent during medical school/residency. Renting is […]

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Top 5 Financial Mistakes I’ve made during Residency

Top 5 Financial Mistakes I’ve made during Residency By: LifeofaMedStudent     Residency is a time to finally learn medicine. You work grueling hours, still have to study, and every day make medical decisions that […]

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My Experience with “Physician Home Loans”

My Experience with “Physician Home Loans” By #LifeofaMedStudent     “The Doctor Mortgage.” “The Physician Home Loan.” “The Professional Home Loan.” The names can vary, but the product is pretty similar. If you haven’t heard of […]

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