Before reading this, remember that everyone's journey to medical school is different. Don't feel pressured to apply because everyone else is doing it or because it's when you're "supposed to". Apply when you feel ready. However, once you decide to start the application cycle for that year, it's a commitment. Crafting the perfect personal statement, … Continue reading The Medical School Application Timeline
A Med Student’s Wishlist
Starbucks/ Bubble tea Giftcards: A gift your student will appreciate whether it's for the 8th straight hour of studying or a little pick-me-up. Low Maintenance Plants: Houseplants help remove indoor pollutants while uplifting one's mood and boosting productivity. Air plants, succulents, devil's ivy, and snake plants are almost indestructible and provide many benefits. They're a … Continue reading A Med Student’s Wishlist
“How’s Med School?”
Feel free to scroll to the bottom for the short answer. Long answer to how medical school has been:Since school started, I’ve been asked numerous times by numerous people how things have been going. I was overcome by a wave of calmness in the days leading up to school and told myself that no matter … Continue reading “How’s Med School?”
Don’t Stop Me Now
Medical school can be overwhelmingly difficult when readjusting to a routine and relearning how to study and manage your time. I still haven't quite found a solid study method or schedule after a month, and it seems as though everyone else has got things figured out. I've had some difficulty snapping out of the negativity … Continue reading Don’t Stop Me Now
A Gap Year Guide
If you decide to take a some time off from school, the world truly is your oyster because there are so many things to do during this precious time. It's becoming more common to take time off before starting graduate or professional school and there's no shame in doing this! It allows for a pause … Continue reading A Gap Year Guide
Gap Year Reflections
If you don't want to hear my life story, scroll to the bottom for more general gap year thoughts! With my gap year and last true summer of freedom coming to a close, I've been increasingly doubtful as to whether I've made the most of my time. Have I made enough meaningful memories and done … Continue reading Gap Year Reflections
How To Get Research and Clinical Experience
Research Experience: To find a research position, browse through departments of interest or faculty pages and read previously published papers and current projects. If you find something that catches your eye, send a short but professional email stating your major, how you'd like to get research experience, why their research interests you, and suggest meeting … Continue reading How To Get Research and Clinical Experience
Undergraduate Extracurriculars
You go to college to get more knowledge, but it's the involvement in other things that make these years memorable and worthwhile. What are extracurriculars needed for medical school? Though it's recommended to have at least one medically related extracurricular experience, join whichever organizations interest you. Remember quality over quantity. Pick some that resonate with … Continue reading Undergraduate Extracurriculars
Majors, Classes, and GPAs. Oh my!
Because of a fantastic AP biology teacher senior year of high school and my enthusiasm for science facts, I decided without hesitation that I would become a biological sciences major. However, in my third year, I learned more about my school's young but thriving neuroscience program. Then, during my last year of undergrad, my roommate … Continue reading Majors, Classes, and GPAs. Oh my!
My Gastronomical Gap Year
I came across a post that said "I feel like I am constantly worrying about the next part of my life without realizing that I'm right in the middle of what I used to look forward to." Recognizing that this described my exact situation was a much needed wake up call. Although I've been working … Continue reading My Gastronomical Gap Year
