Why I Smile
At 8 a.m. every morning of the work week, I show up to class and make every bit of a …
Read More3 Ways to Learn More Efficiently and Boost Grades
Studies of human learning reveal that the most durable learning with the least degradation (forgetting) occurs with the following 3 …
Read MoreRock Bottom to CEO. How One Goes from Almost Failing Med School to Becoming Chief Resident
I am not much of a writer or intellect when it comes to literary skill but what I do know …
Read MoreBefore Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
“There was no social media, no Facebook, no Twitter, no YouTube, no bloggers, so it was really difficult to connect with other people who had a similar experience or to connect to someone who may offer expert advice.” — Dr. Tovar
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Advice From a Former Intern
Advice from a former Chief Resident for Successful Internship 1. Be Proactive. Don’t wait for someone to assign you a …
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NBME Shelf and USMLE Step Exam Strategy & Tips
Study hard for your shelf exams and USMLE Step exams as there is no better way to do well on the examination than to master the scientific knowledge available to you through review books and question banks. However, having experience, insight, and a carefully laid out plan on how to take the NMBE shelf and USMLE Step exams are almost as beneficial as your knowledge base on these challenges. The fast pace, length of the question vignettes, and sophistication of distracters in the answer choices make the exam extremely demanding.
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Top 10 Resources for Med School Success
1. Physiology by Linda Costanzo (including Costanzo’s ‘Cases and Problems’ workbook) 2. BRS pathology and Robbins Pathology workbook with questions …
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