Anyone else out there attending Midwestern next fall? I just thought I would jump start this thread so we can start getting to know each other!

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Hey, I sent in the first deposit and am looking like I am headed to AZCOM unless I get pulled off the competitive list for my state school (Univ. of Washington). Very excited to be heading to Glendale!

I loved the interview day and the school. I chose AZCOM over acceptances to CCOM and DMU.

Anyone else?

Does azcom prefer in-state applicants over out-of-state applicants???

I don't think they have a stated in-state preference, but I'm sure it doesn't hurt your chances.

Hello future AZCOMers! I'm an MS-1 and would be happy to answer any questions you have about the first year. Hopefully all of you can get a good class thread going. My class had one but it died early last quarter. So far I've enjoyed my experience here at Midwestern. Having a test every Monday is brutal, but atleast it keeps you on the ball. Well, I gotta get to studying for the upcoming anatomy/histo exam, but feel free to either pm me with questions or ask them in this thread.

-Matt

Hey, I sent in the first deposit and am looking like I am headed to AZCOM unless I get pulled off the competitive list for my state school (Univ. of Washington). Very excited to be heading to Glendale!

I loved the interview day and the school. I chose AZCOM over acceptances to CCOM and DMU.

Anyone else?

I turned down acceptances from DMU and WVSOM. What made you decide to go to AZCOM?

I turned down acceptances from DMU and WVSOM. What made you decide to go to AZCOM?

I love the pass rate and the match list is pretty good too. To me this shows the school is teaching the med students well. But more than that, I really like the area, the facilities are nice, and I just think AZCOM is on the rise among the ranks of DO schools. Not bragging, but I could have gone to any DO school probably numbers wise, and AZCOM is definitely my preference. I had a great interview day and really just fell in love with the campus. The students I met were totally laid back and awesome.

I also have family in the area, and Arizona is much closer to the NW (I'm from Portland) than Iowa or Chicago, too.

I'm not really worried about the rotation issues in the valley because I think they are definitely improving and I also am planning to do a lot of out-rotations in the NW because I'd love to return there for my residency.

What about you guys?

Jake

Do you two remember the names of your tour guides or the students you met on the interview day? I know Daniel and Jason gave tours, maybe you met them. They're really cool. My class is relatively laid back, but not quite as much as the MS-2 class. I think my class seems a little more intense. It will be interesting to see how your class turns out.

Do you two remember the names of your tour guides or the students you met on the interview day? I know Daniel and Jason gave tours, maybe you met them. They're really cool. My class is relatively laid back, but not quite as much as the MS-2 class. I think my class seems a little more intense. It will be interesting to see how your class turns out.

I do not remember my tour guide's name...it was a girl, she was really cool and definitely chill.

So inquiringmind or any other current/former AZCOMers, what should we do about housing? The on-campus apartments look nice, but I think I'd like to get away from the campus when I leave at night. What are some good options for nearby apartments? I'm willing to pay a little bit more (looking for a 1br/studio) if it is nicer than average and close. Also, when should we start looking into apartments? I'm done with school in May and I'm thinking I'll try to fly down and look into it then.

Jake

I don't remember my tour guide's name, but he was not really all the at informative. He did not know where some of the facilities were, but maybe with less than 2 months at the school he was still trying to get a feel for everything.

As far as housing I am renting a house pretty close to the school since I have a dog. So anyone else looking for a roomate and would rather live in a house, I would like to split the cost and expenses. Just send a PM.

Any MSIII or MSIV that are doing rotations in Phoenix? I want to do most of my rotations in Phoenix, was it hard to find placement? Could you tell me about your experiences in general with rotations.

Hey, I sent in the first deposit and am looking like I am headed to AZCOM unless I get pulled off the competitive list for my state school (Univ. of Washington). Very excited to be heading to Glendale!

I loved the interview day and the school. I chose AZCOM over acceptances to CCOM and DMU.

Anyone else?
Hey okayplayer, which day did you interview? I think there was a guy in my interview group from the NW.

Sept. 26 I think? It was the first day of interviews (a Monday).

I do not remember my tour guide's name...it was a girl, she was really cool and definitely chill.

So inquiringmind or any other current/former AZCOMers, what should we do about housing? The on-campus apartments look nice, but I think I'd like to get away from the campus when I leave at night. What are some good options for nearby apartments? I'm willing to pay a little bit more (looking for a 1br/studio) if it is nicer than average and close. Also, when should we start looking into apartments? I'm done with school in May and I'm thinking I'll try to fly down and look into it then.

Jake


I'm a first year at AZCOM as well....I would recommend san lagos apartments, which are across the steet (59th ave) from the campus. They are very nice and have a sweet pool (year round 24 hours).

First off, congrats to all of you for being accepted...looking forward to meeting all of you next fall. As a current first year student, I'm enjoying it here at AZCOM. Anyhow, if there's anyone interesting in off campus housing, I have a room available in a brand new house...15 minutes away from campus. Shoot me a message for details...again, congrats on being accepted!!!

Well, I've done a ton of research (since I am on Christmas break and not working :)) and since I am unfamiliar with the area, here are the various off-campus housing options I've come up with that are apparently good (this is from previous AZCOM threads):

1. Arrowhead Highlands - nice but expensive
2. San Prado - nice but expensive
3. Arrowhead Summit - nice but expensive
4. Sage Stone
5. The Park at Arrowhead
6. Sierra Canyon?
7. Palm Court?
8. Deer Valley?
9. Sun Creek?
10. Monte Viejo?

Any AZCOM'ers or people from the area know anything about these?

What I am looking for is a reasonably priced 1br/studio in a decent area that is very close (5-10 min. max drive) to campus. $500-$600 would be nice, but is apparently not likely.

If I can't find that, I think I will try to go with one of those top 3 apartments (esp. whichever ones are so nice and right across the street) and try to get a cool AZCOM kid for a rommate. I'd prefer a 1br since I haven't made any friends yet, but the 2br's are like $900 there vs. 1br's for $800...it is a no brainer. I think those apartments are actually a pretty good deal for the 2br but prohibitively expensive for a 1br.

Hey everyone,
First off congratulations, you should all be proud of yourselves. I am a second year at AZCOM, the apartments listed are all very nice. Most give a discount to MWU students and a great deal of our students rent them. Sage Stone (now San Lagos) is one of the more popular ones since it is right across the street.

AZCOM is very tough, but well worth the effort. you will be prepared when doing your rotations. Again congratulations.

Thanks, anyone else have apartment/additional thoughts for us?

When is everyone moving out to Arizona? I know our orientation is towards the end of August, but if everyone is moving out here earlier than that maybe we should get together to know each other. I know don't know about the rest of you but it might be nice to get to know people so you could make a wise choice for anatomy lab partner, etc. Also, it is good to know everyone before you have to get into the grind.

anatomy groups are assigned. keep your fingers crossed. :)

Has anyone received the fin. aid application from AZCOM yet?

It was a very tough decision, but I've finally fully paid my AZCOM deposit and turned everyone else down!! I can't wait to get started!! Anyone moving out there from the New England area?? It would be great if we could split moving costs, PM me if interested.

It was a very tough decision, but I've finally fully paid my AZCOM deposit and turned everyone else down!! I can't wait to get started!! Anyone moving out there from the New England area?? It would be great if we could split moving costs, PM me if interested.

Congratulations! Welcome to our class!

The match results came out for Texas and it looks like i'll be joining you guys at AZCOM, my first choice OOS school. Are most of you guys going for on-campus housing or living somewhere else? Also, since we start so late, I was wondering what you guys are thinking about doing in the summer. I was considering getting involved in some research but most people in med school right now say you should just relax the summer before. Any opinions on this?

The match results came out for Texas and it looks like i'll be joining you guys at AZCOM, my first choice OOS school. Are most of you guys going for on-campus housing or living somewhere else? Also, since we start so late, I was wondering what you guys are thinking about doing in the summer. I was considering getting involved in some research but most people in med school right now say you should just relax the summer before. Any opinions on this?

I would relax as much as possible and take a trip overseas. Last summer I traveled in Peru for three weeks and had a really good experience. Since I had money left over from my job, I was able to travel on money that I didn't have to pay back. From first year on, you will probably have to travel on loan money. But don't study what ever you do!

I agree...take the summer off and enjoy it as much as you can. Plenty of studying to do once you start.

Any MSIII or MSIV that are doing rotations in Phoenix? I want to do most of my rotations in Phoenix, was it hard to find placement? Could you tell me about your experiences in general with rotations.

I am an MSIII and I have done all but my cardiology rotation in Phoenix.
The great thing is that we are getting better access to hospital based rotations here in the valley as a third year. I have done my internal med rotation at the VA and am currently in general surgery at Maricopa County.
Is is hard to find placement? Generally, no. There is a lottery system for most of the rotations and I don' know of many people that got axed out of rotations that they wanted. Peds is still a hard sell b/c there is a lack of preceptors and the Phx children's hospital has ridiculous rules as to who can rotate there.
I have had wonderful experiences thus far, with the exception of one family med rotation. The VA is an excellent place to do medicine! Maricopa for surg is the busyest rotation I have been on...14-16h days m-f. But youget to do and see a lot!
If you have any specific Q's you can PM me.
Congrats, years 1-2 are really a lot of fun, if you let it be ;)

I just send in deposit number two! Looks like I am headed to AZCOM unless by some miracle my state school decides to accept me.

I was pretty excited to get the orientation schedule. I am ready to get going! Anyone else with me?

I just send in deposit number two! Looks like I am headed to AZCOM unless by some miracle my state school decides to accept me.

I was pretty excited to get the orientation schedule. I am ready to get going! Anyone else with me?


What up Okayp!

Congrats and see you in Arizona!!!

I will be seeing you guys out there in Glendale. I will be mailing in my second deposit this week. Most likely I will move out there the first or second week of August. If any of you are out there then, we should meet up somewhere.

Also for any current students, I am about to fill out my FAFSA and need some help. I remember during the Financial Aid presentation that they said most students do some sort of work study for $1000. I was wondering what is done during the work study, how many hours you guys work, and if you have enough time to study while working? Please let me know when you can.

Hey all. I finally made my decision and submitted my second deposit for AZCOM! I agree with the idea of socializing a little before things get really busy. I am planning on moving down sometime during the first two weeks of August. I submitted my security deposit for on campus housing too. I don't know anyone and I thought the apartments would be a good meeting place. I'm excited about meeting all you guys and I'm looking forward to a having a great time and education in Arizona!

Hi Everyone! Congratulations to you all! I'm really looking forward to getting out to Arizona. I'm also going to be out there about a week early and I'd love to get together with anyone interested. :)

Hey guys,

You probably all have received the financial aid packet in the mail by now. I just completed the first four steps of the electronic financial aid application tonight but I am getting stuck on step 5, the private loans section. I'm not sure what I need to do on this part/how much money to take out/who to use, etc. Hopefully as long as I get the first four sections done I'm good for now.

I understand that we can get up to $38,500/yr in Stafford loans. It seems to me that our total cost is going to be right around $60,000, since I believe tuition goes up by a couple thousand per year. So I think I will need ~$20,000 in private loans this year...

Can any Class of 2010'ers or current students help me out?

Thanks!

EDIT: So the two private lenders that seem to come up as being good are the THE (http://www.northstar.org) and MEDLOANS ALP (http://www.aamc.org/students/medloans/students/start.htm) loans. Also, should we be taking out Stafford loans through the school, as they say, or through a private lender? I keep seeing stuff about getting bonuses on the total amount of Stafford loans, like this http://www.salliemae.com/manage/medrewards.html.

Hey guys,

You probably all have received the financial aid packet in the mail by now. I just completed the first four steps of the electronic financial aid application tonight but I am getting stuck on step 5, the private loans section. I'm not sure what I need to do on this part/how much money to take out/who to use, etc. Hopefully as long as I get the first four sections done I'm good for now.

I understand that we can get up to $38,500/yr in Stafford loans. It seems to me that our total cost is going to be right around $60,000, since I believe tuition goes up by a couple thousand per year. So I think I will need ~$20,000 in private loans this year...

Can any Class of 2010'ers or current students help me out?

Thanks!

Hey Okay,

I also recently filled out the financial aid stuff. I called the financial aid office with questions about the private loan section. They told me NOT to fill it out now, rather to wait until I received my award letter from the school (some time in May). Apparently if you fill it out too early, you're just going to have to do it again once the award letter comes out from the school (so you know how much more you'll have to borrow). You should probably just give them a call to avoid problems.

Peace!

Thanks maxhealth! What about taking out Stafford through AZCOM or through another lender like Medloans that offers a bonus and also no origination fee (see the link in my last post)? I was just planning on taking them out through AZCOM, but those other ones SEEM like a better deal.

I dunno..

Thanks maxhealth! What about taking out Stafford through AZCOM or through another lender like Medloans that offers a bonus and also no origination fee (see the link in my last post)? I was just planning on taking them out through AZCOM, but those other ones SEEM like a better deal.

I dunno..

So I don't know really anything at all about finances other than ALWAYS be suspicious of bonus offers and such. The fine print tends to creep up on you when you least expect it. I took a quick look at the last link you posted (stafford loan bonus cash) and if you look at the terms, it requires that you pay the entire loan back in 10 yrs to be able to receive the benefit. I think most of us will probably on the 30 yr repayment train, so it looks like that benefit may not apply. Maybe post in the financial aid forum or ask the people at MWU financial aid office, granted they'll want you to use them no matter what. Let me know what you find out.

Here was my e-mail reply from AZCOM:

Yes, there are other lenders out there that have zero origination fees as well. The advantage of using MWU is that when you enter repayment and you are set up for auto debit you would receive a .25 interest reduction. Also, the revenue from using MWU as lender goes towards the Institutional Scholarships that we can then award to our students. Customer service is also a big factor. Sallie Mae is the servicer for MWU, so at anytime you have any issues with your student loans during the life of the loan, you can expect to receive excellent customer service. I would recommend you research your options and select the lender that meets your needs. It is ultimately your decision, and we want to make sure you are happy with who you select. If you decide to use a different lender that would not be a problem, just let us know so that we can make note of it and instruct you on what needs to be done.

Also, you can wait on applying for private loans until you know what you will receive in federal and or scholarships. Just make sure your credit is in good standing at all times.

Just wanted to say how boring we already are, class of 2010. Last post was like a week ago. Let's pick it up a little and show them other schools our AZCOM pride.

OK so maybe it was 2 days ago, but it still seems like a long time.

Any new info on the rotation situation for 3rd and 4th year??

bumbpibumbpi

Hey guys I will be joining you next year as the class of 2010! I already live in AZ so if anyone needs a place to stay while visiting AZ give me a call. We have an extra room and are more then happy to help you guys! Give me a call at 602-463-4089.
Heather

I am getting really tired of the thread not moving up on the list when we post. Could any moderators pipe in as to why????

How much are the deposits for AZCOM?

$250 initial, $750 a few months later. Damn, it still hurts!

WHERE ARE MY AZCOM'ERS?!!?! More people should post!

I'm interviewing on April 4th at AZCOM. Is that too late for an acceptance? Am I just interviewing for a waitlist spot?

The AZCOM 2009 thread had the same problem last year. It was really hard to keep the thread going. For some reason our class wasn't that active on SDN. Well, spring quarter starts tomorrow after a spring break that was way too short. Having completed the grueling fall and winter quarters, I'm willing to field questions any of you may have. I look forward to meeting all of you!

I'm interviewing on April 4th at AZCOM. Is that too late for an acceptance? Am I just interviewing for a waitlist spot?
BUMP BUMP BUMP it up!!

Dang, another 750 bucks, I'm a slacker, they actually called me to see if I had chosen to go elsewhere because they didn't get my second deposit. What can I say, if the good old state school accepted me their assumptions may have been true. As for now I'm still 1000 buck closer to seeing all of you this fall. Either way I am just excited to get started. :eek:

Alrighty gang. Anyone looking for roommates for next year? I'm planning on finding a house (to rent) and want to keep costs down by getting a roomie or two. I have a crazy 4 yr old yellow lab I plan on bringing with me. Who's game??

Well I think there are a total of four members of the class of 2010 that are actually still alive. Due to the mass suicides from ncaa bracket upsets most students have given up all hope of ever finding success in their future.



Come on let's get this thread going!!!!!


Does anyone know the fafsa code for MWU??

Does anyone know the fafsa code for MWU??

I just did a search on the FAFSA site and it is E00906.

Ok, so I know at least one of you on this thread is from the New England area but we're searching for some others. If anyone is from the New England area and might be interested in getting together some time in the near future let me know.

Only five more months guys!!!! Very exciting!!! :D :D :D

Hey Fellow Future AZCOMers,

How many of you are going to purchase a laptop for school? Is it really necessary to have one? I have a nice desktop PC and really wasn't planning on picking up a laptop, but it seems on every interview I attened, all of the students had them in lecture. I know they aren't a requirement at AZCOM but will I be at a disadvantage (for some reason) without one?

Hey maxhealth,

I definitely get the impression that AZCOM is not a big "technology" school (as far as use of PDAs, laptops, etc.). I don't think anyone brings their laptop really and I'm not sure if the campus is wireless even. I don't think you would need a laptop, but maybe a current student could chime in with their thoughts on that?

From my experience, there are quite a few students who bring their laptops to the library and hook them up to the internet. But I really haven't seen any of my classmates bring them to the lecture hall. I only have a desktop which is fine for me. If you have a laptop and you like to study at the library, you'll be set.

You don't need a laptop dude, for class. Lectures are off powerpoints. But you do need some kind of computer, because AZCOM uses Blackboard for info and communication.

I would go to class first and then judge what kind of study support you need from there. People are ready to sell you all kinds of stuff, medical equipment, books and lots of times you don't need all of that stuff right up front.

As for the rotation situation, for the most part , I've been happy with them, while two were very poor. It's not that hard to get into a hospital rotation, which are very important for IM, SURG and OBGYN. I am also doing my Internal Medicine at the VA. I did other hospital rotations otta state. Mostly, just keep your own counsel, because there are a lotta rumours that fly.

If you have any other questions, ask away, me and Bla3x have problably had the same questions.

In the end, it all works out ok.

Welcome to AZCOM

Class of 2007

You don't need a laptop dude, for class. Lectures are off powerpoints. But you do need some kind of computer, because AZCOM uses Blackboard for info and communication.

I would go to class first and then judge what kind of study support you need from there. People are ready to sell you all kinds of stuff, medical equipment, books and lots of times you don't need all of that stuff right up front.

As for the rotation situation, for the most part , I've been happy with them, while two were very poor. It's not that hard to get into a hospital rotation, which are very important for IM, SURG and OBGYN. I am also doing my Internal Medicine at the VA. I did other hospital rotations otta state. Mostly, just keep your own counsel, because there are a lotta rumours that fly.

If you have any other questions, ask away, me and Bla3x have problably had the same questions.

In the end, it all works out ok.

Welcome to AZCOM

Class of 2007

This is great advice that I unfortunately didn't follow. Just wait and by the end of the first week of class, you will have an idea what you need. The computer lab closes at midnight Sunday through Thursday, 8 PM on Fridays and 10 PM on Saturdays. So yeah, you definitely need a computer but you don't need a laptop. Besides, even if you brought your laptop to lecture, the rest of the class will hate you by the end of the lecture because your typing will annoy everyone. j/k :)

This is great advice that I unfortunately didn't follow. Just wait and by the end of the first week of class, you will have an idea what you need. The computer lab closes at midnight Sunday through Thursday, 8 PM on Fridays and 10 PM on Saturdays. So yeah, you definitely need a computer but you don't need a laptop. Besides, even if you brought your laptop to lecture, the rest of the class will hate you by the end of the key because your typing will annoy everyone. j/k :)

Nice, Paulie Walnuts...I gotta get in on watching some Sopranos with you guys next year!!

By the way, can any of you current students offer any suggestions for a decently quiet/clean, somewhat close 1BR apartment that is a little less than those places across the street? Maybe Isle at Arrowhead Ranch, I dunno.

Thanks guys, I'm so excited about moving to Glendale next year!

Thanks everyone for all the info about computers/laptops. I'll just wait and see if I need anything else.

I'm DEFINITELY down with the Sopranos nights! Unfortunately I think this is the last season. That's okay, we can have LOST parties instead...

Okayplayer: Let me know what you find out about apartments, thanks!

Nice, Paulie Walnuts...I gotta get in on watching some Sopranos with you guys next year!!

By the way, can any of you current students offer any suggestions for a decently quiet/clean, somewhat close 1BR apartment that is a little less than those places across the street? Maybe Isle at Arrowhead Ranch, I dunno.

Thanks guys, I'm so excited about moving to Glendale next year!

I lived at the Isle of Arrowhead Ranch prior to moving to San Prado accross the street. The Isle was definitely quiet. I requested a quiet apartment and they put me in one right accross from their little lake toward the back. I loved the floor plan of those apartments a little better than San Prado as well. IMHO, the only drawbacks to the Isle is that the apartments are a little old so the finishing in the kitchen, bathroom etc. are a little old. I also felt that some of the people in the Isle were a little scary and I didn't see any Midwestern students there. But for the price, location and floor plan, it's not a bad deal at all. If you are trying to save money, you might as well live on campus. Those apartments are as good as the isle plus you don't have to pay for cable, internet or water/trash. It seems like most MS1's live on campus and then move prior to the start of their second year. It's a great way to network and get to know your classmates.

And yes, we had a Sopranos party right after our Neuroscience exam on Monday morning. McDonalds breakfast and Sopranos....what a winning combo!

Yes, definitely enjoy your summer before you start. You really can't pre-read for class because every class has it's own rules, testing standards, note-taking etc and you can't really learn that until you start class.....or....until you take your first exam for intents and purposes. What you can do now is get to know your classmates and make friends before you start. It certainly makes the orientation process easier and allows you to branch out and get to know more people. And in the first weeks or so, it makes things easier when you have friends especially when you are trying to sign up for gym memberships, go grocery shopping, move furniture etc.

Just remember to enjoy your orientation week because it's one of the few times, you will be together with your class and have no responsibilities whatsoever. I'm not suggesting you have to be a hardcore partier to have a good time. There are plenty of nice restaurants to dine at and skydiving, golf, whatever. Inquiring mind can tell you all about orientation week last year. We went out all 7 nights. I believe Kona was in on one of those nights. It was truly a great time. In my opinion, medical school is much more than grades. It's about the people you meet, the friendships you make and the experience you undertake with those friends.

Hey everyone.

It's been a while since I have checked-out SDN...been busy wrapping up my thesis and preparing for my defense on 18 April.

FYI for anyone looking to relocate to the area...especially non-traditional students with families.

I am moving my family to Marley Park, in Surprise, exactly 15 miles from campus (it'd be a 57 mile onw way commute if I stayed where we live now). The builder (Engle Homes) is offering a too-good-to-be-true incentive right now that will blow you away :D .

$75,000 off the price of the home PLUS 50% discount on all options and upgardes (except pool and landscape)...yes, even 50% off a 50" plasma TV mounted on the wall :thumbup: .

From an investment standpoint alone you can't go wrong. When the incentive goes away (sometime this month, they say), there goes some instant appreciation equal to your total incentive amount!

It's an incredible master planned community with a super school. Plus, we would love to have some AZCOM neighboors...carpooling, studying, get-togethers, etc. Homes, from various builders, go from starting prices in the mid $250s to the mid $500s.

PM me if you want more info. Check out Marley Park (http://www.marleypark.com) .

First of all, I am looking forward to meeting all of you future classmates! I was also accepted at Touro California, but I feel that Midwestern is a much better school! I am at a bit of an advantage, having grown up two miles away from Midwestern, so I would be glad to answer any questions about Glendale that I can! I will be living with my parents...a thought that I was a little uneasy about at first. However, when I found out about the costs of MWU, I had no qualms about being "that guy" in his 20's who still lives with his parents! Anyway, I look forward to meeting all of you during orientation!
Matt Ericksen
ps. email me if you have questions <eldoctoraz@netscape.net>

I am a 28 yo that will be attending AZCOM in the fall. I am looking for a place to live that is not a trailer, but will not cost 1500 + a month. I have looked at some of the prior postings and researched them, but it seems that in this area, you can't get a house for less than 300K. Any other students with families out there? If anyone has some valid resources that can assist in the search for some decent living, please post them. I am looking forward to meeting everyone in August. I am from Texas, and did undergrad at Texas Tech. Any other Texans, If so, lets talk. We will be moving at the beginning of August.

Dang, another 750 bucks, I'm a slacker, they actually called me to see if I had chosen to go elsewhere because they didn't get my second deposit. What can I say, if the good old state school accepted me their assumptions may have been true. As for now I'm still 1000 buck closer to seeing all of you this fall. Either way I am just excited to get started. :eek:
Give it up inverted. :laugh:

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/0413mwu0413.html

Wow, spending big $$. MWU has some seriously high aspirations...I just hope the med students paying 40k/yr get their money's worth--not fund the dozen other programs they are planning.

In addition to building the dental school, a clinic is being built across the street, as well as a new computer testing center on the other side of the parking lot. I say the more programs the better (although the hike in tuition isn't cool) since Midwestern can continually build its reputation in the valley and nationwide. One thing I feel the university should do is change its name. Having the name Midwestern in Arizona doesn't make a whole lot of sense. Something like "Southwestern Health Sciences University" would be better.

To change the subject, I was thinking Rahul and me would try to set up a meeting time before orientation so we can get to know you guys and give you advice for the upcoming academic year. Last fall, a bunch of us met at Old Chicago for lunch the Monday before orientation started.

My name's Matt and feel free to PM me at any time with questions.

Sounds good Matt! Yeah, we will set something at Old Chicago, McDuffys or some other place.

later

Whats up everyone. Got accepted yesterday and sending in my deposit today. Very excited to be attending AZCOM.

Whats up everyone. Got accepted yesterday and sending in my deposit today. Very excited to be attending AZCOM.
When did you interview?

When did you interview?

April 7th.

Whats up everyone. Got accepted yesterday and sending in my deposit today. Very excited to be attending AZCOM.


Congrats. You interviewed late. Do you live near the school? Several of us are going to try to get together the week before orientation. If you would like to join, that would be great.

Congrats. You interviewed late. Do you live near the school? Several of us are going to try to get together the week before orientation. If you would like to join, that would be great.

They lost one of my letters of rec so it took longer than expected to get the interview. I live in Tucson, but will be moving to Phx early most likely. So, count me in for the get together.

Just wanted to say hello to my fellow AZCOMers!!! I loved it right when i got there...especially because it was winter where I'm from :eek: ...So tell me truly, am I going to die of heat in the summer? :confused: Leather seats never seemed like such a bad idea until now. Matt, tell me I'll be okay.
Also, does anybody use the "interact now" thing. Just curious.

Just wanted to say hello to my fellow AZCOMers!!! I loved it right when i got there...especially because it was winter where I'm from :eek: ...So tell me truly, am I going to die of heat in the summer? :confused: Leather seats never seemed like such a bad idea until now. Matt, tell me I'll be okay.
Also, does anybody use the "interact now" thing. Just curious.

You will be okay. Just lay out by the pool and barbeque at night. In Arizona, every place you will enter is crazy air conditioned. I actually wear long sleeves when I go to the movies in the summer because the theatre is 60 degrees. The mornings and evenings are okay. Remember that Arizona summers are like your winters but without the problems like driving on icy roads and starting your car 15 minutes before you leave in the morning. It's all well worth it in January, trust me!

I've got a question for current AZCOM students:

What exactly is the key to AZCOM's awesome board pass rates (COMLEX/Step 1)? Do professors really teach to the boards?

I have heard from friends of mine currently in school that I should buy a set of board review books (ie. First Aid, etc.) early in MS1 and use those to review for my classes for board-relevancy? What do you guys think about that.

I'm not trying to be neurotic, just curious...I certainly won't open any books this summer! I'll be too busy in Europe/Yellowstone.

You will be okay. Just lay out by the pool and barbeque at night. In Arizona, every place you will enter is crazy air conditioned. I actually wear long sleeves when I go to the movies in the summer because the theatre is 60 degrees. The mornings and evenings are okay. Remember that Arizona summers are like your winters but without the problems like driving on icy roads and starting your car 15 minutes before you leave in the morning. It's all well worth it in January, trust me!

What about getting a motorcycle? Seems more realistic to have one in AZ than in snowy UT

This is not an answer to your question, but the main reason I chose AZCOM over some other out of state DO schools was the incredible pass rates. I looked at a great deal of other schools prior to applying and none of them had the pass rate percentage that AZCOM has. They have some very nice residency placements also. Those two factors are pretty impressive. I am in the medical field currently and many of the physicians that I have asked say that the boards are the key factor to getting the residency you want. There are other things that an applicant need to look at, but Board scores are the top tier.

Hey 1st years,

Congrats on your acceptances, AZCOM is a great school.

For any of you who are looking for a place to live next year I have a room available in my house. It's a beautiful 4 bed, 2 bath house complete with a pool, sports court, 3 car garage, a park across the street, and it's only 1.3 miles from campus. Rent is $400/month (utilities not included).

Email me if you are interested, and I will send you some pics (dustinlloyd19@hotmail.com). Enjoy your summer.

Hi all. I'm just curious what everyone is doing for housing next year. I was planing on living in the campus apartments but I recently found out that they are all full... MS2's, any suggestions on good, CHEAP apartments?

Overall, I would agree that the professors here teach to the boards. Especially classes like physiology where using the boards review book (BRS by Costanzo) and working the problems almost guarantees you a good test grade. I'm thinking about buying First Aid this summer, but I already own Kaplan's Med Essentials which I got for free at the AMSA conference in Chicago last month. One of the clinical classes second year uses the First Aid for board review and testing purposes so I will most likely buy it due to that. But to anyone looking for a step 1 board review book, I recommend Med Essentials. Although I wouldn't stress about buying it this summer. Enjoy your Europe trip and working in Yellowstone. I grew up in Montana, so I remember taking many trips to Old Faithful and Mammoth Hot Springs......

I've got a question for current AZCOM students:

What exactly is the key to AZCOM's awesome board pass rates (COMLEX/Step 1)? Do professors really teach to the boards?

I have heard from friends of mine currently in school that I should buy a set of board review books (ie. First Aid, etc.) early in MS1 and use those to review for my classes for board-relevancy? What do you guys think about that.

I'm not trying to be neurotic, just curious...I certainly won't open any books this summer! I'll be too busy in Europe/Yellowstone.

Okay Player,

The key is probably a combination of many factors. Personally, I feel our basic science faculty plays a large part of it. They are committed to actually teaching. In other words, it isn't a situation where they throw all this material at you and say go memorize. I would agree that the volume of material in medical school is difficult. But I have found that our professors stress the big picture first...and then give you the details. And they will help organize your learning to optimize your efficiency. You'll hardly need to look at textbooks (except for Netter) since their notes are much simpler to understand.

AZCOM is also good at incorporating board-relevant material into our studies. And they will make it a point during lectures to say.."hey, this concept is often missed on the boards."

Yes, I've heard a few of our professors sit on committees that submit questions for board exams.

As for the board review books, if you study efficiently enough to have extra time to do such reviews, great. But I think most people will find that such time is a rarity and would rather use it to spend hanging out in Scottsdale with Matt and Rahul or going to sushi at Sakana's with Matt and Rahul or watching Sopranos with Matt and Rahul.

Have a great time in Yellowstone.



I've got a question for current AZCOM students:

What exactly is the key to AZCOM's awesome board pass rates (COMLEX/Step 1)? Do professors really teach to the boards?

I have heard from friends of mine currently in school that I should buy a set of board review books (ie. First Aid, etc.) early in MS1 and use those to review for my classes for board-relevancy? What do you guys think about that.

I'm not trying to be neurotic, just curious...I certainly won't open any books this summer! I'll be too busy in Europe/Yellowstone.

Now Kona knows what he's talking about! And if anyone is interested in a surfing trip to San Diego, he's your guy!

Now Kona knows what he's talking about! And if anyone is interested in a surfing trip to San Diego, he's your guy!

Kona, if you have some time this summer you should come to cali and go surfing. I'll be working in Rancho for the summer and then starting school in the fall at AZCOM. I pretty much suck at surfing, but I can always use some good pointers.

Thanks for the comfort rahulazcom, and also reminding me how badly I hate snow. Sittin by the pool and BBQ sounds pretty sweet. I guess i better get some of that food on my books to make myself feel justified.

Hi all. I'm just curious what everyone is doing for housing next year. I was planing on living in the campus apartments but I recently found out that they are all full... MS2's, any suggestions on good, CHEAP apartments?

I'm in the same boat with norcaldoc, on campus is full, and I don't have any idea for housing. I've read some bad reviews about San Lagos (Arrowhead highlands), Meadow Glen and Suncreek on apartmentratings.com, but you never know if they're the real thing, or just ticked-off competitors posting. At this point, I'm not too concerned with price just as long as my car doesn't get stolen. Any ideas? Anyone know about San Prado? Haven't heard any negatives about it yet. Where's everybody else going to live?

Anybody know how long it is really hot in the fall? How hot is hot? What should I expect from the fall weather in AZ? (Still on the provisional acceptance list, assuming I'll be "in" soon)

When I first arrived last August (from Colorado) it was about 115 F during the day and around 100 at night. It finally started to cool off around the end of October. Just this week, the temps are back around a high of 100 F. It's frickin' hot here between April and November. That's why I'll try to be gone as much as possible this summer. But I will say this, it has to be better than that sticky humidity you poor folks in IL have in the summer.


Anybody know how long it is really hot in the fall? How hot is hot? What should I expect from the fall weather in AZ? (Still on the provisional acceptance list, assuming I'll be "in" soon)

gusterbyu, are you married. My wife and I have been looking at homes over in Surprise. They're a little pricy, but it might be worth it. What are your plans for the summer?? We might be able to car pool out before school starts.

I am married with a child. I looked in Surprise also for a home but they were 300 and above. How are medical students affording the mortgage payments? We are given such a minimal budget with the high cost of tuition.

gusterbyu, are you married. My wife and I have been looking at homes over in Surprise. They're a little pricy, but it might be worth it. What are your plans for the summer?? We might be able to car pool out before school starts.

Yes I'm married, but we're a little hesitant to get a house because we don't have any kids yet, and my wife might be applying to grad school. So we're leaning toward keeping it simple and rent for the first little bit and see what comes up.

I've got 1 class left I'm taking that I'll be done with in June, after that I'm just working for the rest of the summer. We planned taking a trip down before to check things out, but wussed out the day before we were going to go because how long the drive was :o . When do you plan on moving down? Let me know if you're taking a trip anytime soon. :thumbup: :thumbup:

I was just curious if anyone applied for the NHSC scholarship. I've got an inteview for it in a month :luck: , and was curious if any AZCOMers were doing it.

I've also read that there is a DO/PhD program at AZCOM, but I haven't heard anything about it. Not like I wanted to do it, but I was wondering if anyone was thinking about it, or doing it. Anyone???

Yes I'm married, but we're a little hesitant to get a house because we don't have any kids yet, and my wife might be applying to grad school. So we're leaning toward keeping it simple and rent for the first little bit and see what comes up.

I've got 1 class left I'm taking that I'll be done with in June, after that I'm just working for the rest of the summer. We planned taking a trip down before to check things out, but wussed out the day before we were going to go because how long the drive was :o . When do you plan on moving down? Let me know if you're taking a trip anytime soon. :thumbup: :thumbup:


We are moving in July. I was also going to take a fact finding trip, but it is over 1000 miles from where I live and is expensive to fly. I am an RN and am going to work up until July 27th in Fort Worth, then we are making the long ride on the 28th getting there on the 29th. We will have to all get together when everyone arrives.

I've also read that there is a DO/PhD program at AZCOM, but I haven't heard anything about it. Not like I wanted to do it, but I was wondering if anyone was thinking about it, or doing it. Anyone???

I was wondering about that also. There's this nebulous-as-possible paragraph that they put both on their website and in that large packet that they send out that goes something like this...

"Sophomore students in good academic standing may apply to the AZCOM Dean for the D.O./Ph.D. program. This program allows students interested in academic medicine to pursue a Ph.D. degree at an area university while simultaneously completing the requirements for the D.O. degree. Students participating in this program usually start their combined studies during their junior year. For further information, please contact the Assistant Vice President for Research & Sponsored Programs."

I've tried to contact, but no response yet. That's one of the things that attracted me to this school, actually, since I'd like to teach at a University level after a couple decades of practicing as a physician. Anyone else know of any info relating to this? Any current students that are doing this have some advice?

Either way I'm excited to get outta here and get started at school again. I've been out for the past year working as a surgical assistant to an ophthalmologist...amazing experience, but I'm ready to hit the books again.

I was planning on going down to apartment-hunt in a coupla weeks, but got pushed back to June due to work. The drive from Provo, UT isn't that bad [8-9 hours] so it'll be a fun weekend trip. It wasn't nearly as bad as my drive down after work for my interview, sleep a coupla hours, interview, then drive right back for work without doing much of anything else. Those were 2 rough days.

Has anyone received anything more from AZCOM since the acceptance packet? Just wondering if I should be looking for anything soon, such as financial aid info or email address.

We are moving in July. I was also going to take a fact finding trip, but it is over 1000 miles from where I live and is expensive to fly. I am an RN and am going to work up until July 27th in Fort Worth, then we are making the long ride on the 28th getting there on the 29th. We will have to all get together when everyone arrives.
hey kkoenig, have you figured out where you're going to live yet? I'm finding that most places off campus don't know about availabilities for another month or so. We won't be moving in until the weekend before orientation, so that's probably why they don't know august availabilities yet, just curious what you've found for your family and all. It'll be cool to meet everyone, hopefully before getting slammed by school.
Hey, I have an idea! How about everyone meet at my apartment on Aug 20th and wait for the rental truck to show up to help me move in! :D HA!! Just kidding... :sleep:

Oh you will get slammed....like you can't even begin to imagine... :D

hey kkoenig, have you figured out where you're going to live yet? I'm finding that most places off campus don't know about availabilities for another month or so. We won't be moving in until the weekend before orientation, so that's probably why they don't know august availabilities yet, just curious what you've found for your family and all. It'll be cool to meet everyone, hopefully before getting slammed by school.
Hey, I have an idea! How about everyone meet at my apartment on Aug 20th and wait for the rental truck to show up to help me move in! :D HA!! Just kidding... :sleep:

hey kkoenig, have you figured out where you're going to live yet? I'm finding that most places off campus don't know about availabilities for another month or so. We won't be moving in until the weekend before orientation, so that's probably why they don't know august availabilities yet, just curious what you've found for your family and all. It'll be cool to meet everyone, hopefully before getting slammed by school.
Hey, I have an idea! How about everyone meet at my apartment on Aug 20th and wait for the rental truck to show up to help me move in! :D HA!! Just kidding... :sleep:


I think we are going to move somewhere by the school. They have a ton of apartments from what I hear. I am looking at San Lagos.

Has anyone received anything more from AZCOM since the acceptance packet? Just wondering if I should be looking for anything soon, such as financial aid info or email address.
You should have gotten the financial aid and email stuff by now. The only other thing I got was the Midwestern University catalogue thing and a brochure for clothes and stuff last month. The only reason I remember that was because they were giving away a free set of scrubs no purchase necessary (except for the whole $36,000 in tuition). Don't count on them getting you the right size though. :( I guess free is free so I shouldn't complain.

You should have gotten the financial aid and email stuff by now. The only other thing I got was the Midwestern University catalogue thing and a brochure for clothes and stuff last month. The only reason I remember that was because they were giving away a free set of scrubs no purchase necessary (except for the whole $36,000 in tuition). Don't count on them getting you the right size though. :( I guess free is free so I shouldn't complain.


How long after paying your deposit did you get that info? Because I was accepted and paid my deposit all within the past 3 or 4 weeks. I don't want to be a pain to the front office staff, but I also want to get my paperwork going. Thanks for the info.

How long after paying your deposit did you get that info? Because I was accepted and paid my deposit all within the past 3 or 4 weeks. I don't want to be a pain to the front office staff, but I also want to get my paperwork going. Thanks for the info.

I paid my deposit back on 3/21/06 and then got my packet about 2 weeks ago or so...about a 5-week wait until I got the catalog. But it wasn't that informative, since all of that information is readily available on their website. The more important stuff was the financial aid/housing/intro-to-Phoenix packet that came much before that [the one that you pay the deposit through]. Nothing of value since then, so you're not missing out on much.

How long after paying your deposit did you get that info? Because I was accepted and paid my deposit all within the past 3 or 4 weeks. I don't want to be a pain to the front office staff, but I also want to get my paperwork going. Thanks for the info.

I paid my 2nd deposit on march 1st, and got the financial aid stuff a few weeks later. Since it was pretty recent that you did all that, it might be coming, or it could have come to the alternate address you wrote down. For some reason, half of my stuff comes to my apartment, half goes to my parent's address. You might want to check that, or even just ask the financial aid office if they have sent your "electronic application instructions" (blue sheet) with financial aid info (mine was a yellow packet). They have been really nice to me, and I've called a few times so I wouldn't worry about that.

Don't do step 5 on the blue sheet though until they tell you in June/may unless you really want to. I accidentally pushed way too many buttons, and got a medloans letter a few weeks later with Chase bank as my lender (whoops). Turns out that I have to cancel that loan request, and Sallie Mae might have to redo everything, including getting my credit stuff, which apparently causes my credit to go down every time they get it. :confused: :thumbdown

Have you already done your FAFSA and applied for the stafford loans? If not, it's all on the blue sheet, there's really not much than that so far...unless I'm missing the boat. If I am, someone please enlighten me.

Now I'm just adding a paragraph to get this thread on the 5th link, all the other class threads are at like 10+ and I'm jealous for some reason. :D

I paid my 2nd deposit on march 1st, and got the financial aid stuff a few weeks later. Since it was pretty recent that you did all that, it might be coming, or it could have come to the alternate address you wrote down. For some reason, half of my stuff comes to my apartment, half goes to my parent's address. You might want to check that, or even just ask the financial aid office if they have sent your "electronic application instructions" (blue sheet) with financial aid info (mine was a yellow packet). They have been really nice to me, and I've called a few times so I wouldn't worry about that.

Don't do step 5 on the blue sheet though until they tell you in June/may unless you really want to. I accidentally pushed way too many buttons, and got a medloans letter a few weeks later with Chase bank as my lender (whoops). Turns out that I have to cancel that loan request, and Sallie Mae might have to redo everything, including getting my credit stuff, which apparently causes my credit to go down every time they get it. :confused: :thumbdown

Have you already done your FAFSA and applied for the stafford loans? If not, it's all on the blue sheet, there's really not much than that so far...unless I'm missing the boat. If I am, someone please enlighten me.

Now I'm just adding a paragraph to get this thread on the 5th link, all the other class threads are at like 10+ and I'm jealous for some reason. :D


Thanks for the info!! I called, and my packet was sent out yesterday. So, I guess I am on the right track. I just hate sitting around not doing anything. I have filled out my FAFSA, but I am waiting for my packet to do the stafford loans. Thanks again, you were very helpfull.

Whats up everyone?
I am currently overseas and can't call housing to find out, but I recall reading that we won't be able to move into our apartments (on campus) until September 1st...and orientation starts like a week before that. For you guys staying in the on-campus apartments, what exactly are you going to do for that week? I was going to try to request them to pro-rate it for the last week of August. Do we have any other options?

What about getting a motorcycle? Seems more realistic to have one in AZ than in snowy UT

I don't know anything about motorcycles other than the fact my wife would kill me if I ever got on one or bought one. There are always a couple of students in each class that own one. They seem to be fine.

Hi all. I'm just curious what everyone is doing for housing next year. I was planing on living in the campus apartments but I recently found out that they are all full... MS2's, any suggestions on good, CHEAP apartments?

The Isle apartments on the 67th and Beardsley are CHEAP...well relatively cheap. There are some more apartments that you can see off the 101 freeway as you keep heading West/South (It's a loop), I heard those are cheap. But if you really want to save money, I would consider moving in with someone. There are a lot of MS II's with homes that are looking for roommates next year. They will usually offer you a good deal. Inquiring Mind aka Matt lived with someone. And you will learn that a lot of MS I's will purchase homes this summer and will look for roommates so if you would prefer to live with someone in your own class, that's a possibility as well.

San Lagos is a good complex. The reason I advocate San Lagos is that it's a Mark-Taylor apartment. They have several properties in the Phoenix Metro and they are well managed. It's like flying on Southwest Airlines, if something goes bad, the management is good so you know they will compensate for it somehow. They are organized and they do a good job with screening tennants such as not allowing 18 year old ASU West students to live there. I am at San Prado and it's the same thing as San Lagos but it's a little more expensive albeit more new.

I have heard from friends of mine currently in school that I should buy a set of board review books (ie. First Aid, etc.) early in MS1 and use those to review for my classes for board-relevancy? What do you guys think about that.

I would hesitate to do this. I inherited and purchased every single BRS and High-Yield book prior to starting and I occassionally looked at the BRS Physiology book and Anatomy book for their test questions. I agree with Matt in that the BRS Physiology (light blue book) was worth it. That's it. You will just be overwhelmed with your notes that you won't have time to truly read those books. BUT, I would recommend purchasing First-Aid and annotating in that. No, I don't do this but I have been told my MS II's to do that. None of the MS II's that I know of have advocated studying board books alongside your notes. Most importantly, you just won't have time to go to Scottsdale with Matt and I and watch Sopranos with Matt and I. Choose wisely

Anybody know how long it is really hot in the fall? How hot is hot? What should I expect from the fall weather in AZ? (Still on the provisional acceptance list, assuming I'll be "in" soon)

It's hot. I feel September is just an extension of August and the 100 degree weather doesn't stop until late September. It really depends on the year. This was a "mild" year because it started cooling down in late September this year but I remember years where it doesn't cool down until mid-October. However, you get used to it so that agonizing feeling you get when you first arrive on campus doesn't last for 2 months or anything. It's really not that bad because the mornings and evenings are tolerable. The afternoons are hot but you will be in lecture or a freezing anatomy lab.

I've also read that there is a DO/PhD program at AZCOM, but I haven't heard anything about it. Not like I wanted to do it, but I was wondering if anyone was thinking about it, or doing it. Anyone???

I know it exists. I know several people who have completed masters degrees prior to starting in the DO program. I don't know anyone who has or is currently pursing the combined DO/PhD program. I looked into it and they have a deal associated with ASU. That's how it works. I do know in general that a combined MD-DO/PhD lasts on average 7 years. My brother-in-law is currently completing one. He completed the first two years of medical school (basic sciences) and then he went straight to the lab. He has been working in the lab now for 3 years and has elected to do a 4th year. He won't start his MS III year until his 5th year so for him, the program was 8 years. I think that's why a lot of people avoid doing the combined program. You can still do research as a DO without having a PhD. It takes on average 7 years to complete (3 years research + 4 years medical school). I think this is a major reason why people are not attracted to the program. I know if you were interested, they would pretty much take you. Dr. Glenn Bell is the coordinator for that program and he is located in the College of Health Sciences. He heads up the masters program there. His office is in Ocotillo Hall.

I'M in...Guess I gotta join this crowd now and start the apartment hunting...

Originally Posted by okayplayer
I have heard from friends of mine currently in school that I should buy a set of board review books (ie. First Aid, etc.) early in MS1 and use those to review for my classes for board-relevancy? What do you guys think about that.

Oh dear god do not do this. I am a grad of AZCOM and almost to be done with my intern year, and that is just way too much. You can study in your second year. I think First Aid is a crappy book, but some of my classmates loved it. Go figure.

Study the note packets for your tests. You will get virtually all of the info you need from those. If you are not a leacture person, you can not go to class and do very well by studying note packets and the books. My good buddy graduated in the top 10 by doing this. Our valedictorian, however, went to every class. So there are different learning styles for different people. I am a class-goer myslef, and occasionally there are tidbits that are emphasized that helped me cut down my studying a lot.

DO NOT think that your secrets will be sacred among you new classmates. Gossip spreads like wildfire. If you don't want people to know, don't say it out loud.

Help each other. Our class started a website and we posted old tests, quizzes, study guides, etc. I think there might be some sort of new thing going on with the websites, but my understanding is that they are not posting old exams. Those will really really help your studying. Share these amongst the class, and you will all benefit.

Originally Posted by okayplayer
I have heard from friends of mine currently in school that I should buy a set of board review books (ie. First Aid, etc.) early in MS1 and use those to review for my classes for board-relevancy? What do you guys think about that.

Oh dear god do not do this. I am a grad of AZCOM and almost to be done with my intern year, and that is just way too much. You can study in your second year. I think First Aid is a crappy book, but some of my classmates loved it. Go figure.

Study the note packets for your tests. You will get virtually all of the info you need from those. If you are not a leacture person, you can not go to class and do very well by studying note packets and the books. My good buddy graduated in the top 10 by doing this. Our valedictorian, however, went to every class. So there are different learning styles for different people. I am a class-goer myslef, and occasionally there are tidbits that are emphasized that helped me cut down my studying a lot.

DO NOT think that your secrets will be sacred among you new classmates. Gossip spreads like wildfire. If you don't want people to know, don't say it out loud.

Help each other. Our class started a website and we posted old tests, quizzes, study guides, etc. I think there might be some sort of new thing going on with the websites, but my understanding is that they are not posting old exams. Those will really really help your studying. Share these amongst the class, and you will all benefit.

hi kristing! I graduate from AZCOM in 3 weeks - I met Kristing on this website almost 4 years ago! I disagree a little with her advice though. I would buy one board review book at the beginning of MS1 year - like first aid and leave it in your bathroom. Every time you go to the bathroom for the following 2 years read a page or 2. By the time comes for boards you will have read 1st aid like 20 times without ever really taking time to study.

I also think it is a good idea to buy board review books instead of text books. Like buy the lippincott biochemistry review book for biochem or microbiology made ridiculously simple for micro. Of course a good anatomy atlas is important - I recommend also getting Rohan (real pictures not drawings) it will minimize the time you need to spend in the actual anatomy lab.

I went to class every day the first quarter - then I got pregnant and pretty much quit going to class did fine both ways. Although I still think my grade in neuroanatomy was a small miracle!

This is a really exciting time for you guys - good luck.

I would buy one board review book at the beginning of MS1 year - like first aid and leave it in your bathroom. Every time you go to the bathroom for the following 2 years read a page or 2. By the time comes for boards you will have read 1st aid like 20 times without ever really taking time to study.


Ok, this is a good idea. But notice, she didn't say to study the board review book anywhere else but the bathroom. That's actually a great idea. I think I did this for a month before boards with one book - shoot what was it - the one with all of the little tidbits in it - anyway - and it helped.

But the main point here is, that you can do it lots of ways and still succeed. I didn't really study hard for boards until after 2nd year ended. So 2 weeks total. (I did 2 Saturdays before the end of the year). And I crammed for about 6-8 hours every day for those 2 weeks and I did better than a lot of people I know who did much more extensive studying. At least on COMLEX. We don't discuss my USMLE score as it is a pathetic thing.

Man what the hell has gotten into me? I am so soapboxy. I'll get off now.

I know if you were interested, they would pretty much take you. Dr. Glenn Bell is the coordinator for that program and he is located in the College of Health Sciences. He heads up the masters program there. His office is in Ocotillo Hall.

I couldn't find Dr. Glenn Bell on the AZCOM website's faculty listing...any contact info you could provide? Might as well find out as much as I can before life gets too hectic.

I couldn't find Dr. Glenn Bell on the AZCOM website's faculty listing...any contact info you could provide? Might as well find out as much as I can before life gets too hectic.

You're actually wise to be inquiring about this now because I think you are expected to apply to it now. Here is a link

http://www.midwestern.edu/az%2Dbiomed/

And call the main number and ask to be connected to Dr. Bell at (623) 572-3200. . Good Luck! Dr. Bell is a very nice man so give him my regards.

Thanks everyone for the advice, that’s good stuff. Keep it going if you’ve got more! :thumbup: :thumbup: Did any of you do work/study over the summer break, or move back home and work? I hear they can compensate you 10/hr if you do hours in a hospital during the summer, but I'm not sure if that's for those with prior training or for those of us loser 1st years with no marketable skill for work in a hospital.

Thanks everyone for the advice, that’s good stuff. Keep it going if you’ve got more! :thumbup: :thumbup: Did any of you do work/study over the summer break, or move back home and work? I hear they can compensate you 10/hr if you do hours in a hospital during the summer, but I'm not sure if that's for those with prior training or for those of us loser 1st years with no marketable skill for work in a hospital.

I took time off between 1st and 2nd year, except for the Women's Health class, which was awesome, btw, and I am so glad I did. You can also be a TA for the PAs in the anatomy lab, but I decided not to do this. It requires an application and a decent grade in anatomy lab. It pays ok. I never heard of getting paid for hospital work, though.

Here's some more advice. If Wagman is still teaching Behavioral sci, DO NOT buy those damn books. He says they are required then never gives you any reading out of them. His tests are all based on his lectures.

Ask away if you've got any more questions, my month right now is pretty light, and I actually have time to answer!

Thanks everyone for the advice, that’s good stuff. Keep it going if you’ve got more! :thumbup: :thumbup: Did any of you do work/study over the summer break, or move back home and work? I hear they can compensate you 10/hr if you do hours in a hospital during the summer, but I'm not sure if that's for those with prior training or for those of us loser 1st years with no marketable skill for work in a hospital.

I tutored biochemistry for the PA students in between first and second year. I also got a job working for the perfusionist department. There are several on campus jobs in the secretarial arena - like for the different departments or student services. There are also tutoring jobs. In addition you can get paid for a lot of volunteer work. If you voluteer at the children's hospital you can get paid for that, you can also get paid for doing health fair's. All of this stuff is however related to work study - so you have a maximum you can earn based on your work study award. I maxed mine out my ms1 and ms2 years. THere are a limited number of research opportunities to work in one of the faculty member's labs for a summer research - I didn't do that so I don't know the amount. There are some off campus things too. A local massage school usually hires a medical student to teach anatomy to their students, some local doctors doing research might need funded assistants. I new someone who actually started in KristinG's class and decellerated to my class so she could work part time with a public health organization on some research project (Elise).
I wish I would have thought ahead and gotten a CNA or EMT certification and then I could have taken some shifts for extra money. If you have spare time in the next couple of months those might be options too.

Also - I think that the pay for regular on campus work was $10 an hour, but for community health related stuff - like at the children's hospital and health fairs it was $12 and hour. To get paid for that stuff you have to have a sponsor and fill out some paperwork in the financial aid office.

Where are all of you married people going to live the this fall. I have thought about getting into a home, but if that doesn't work out, it would be fun to stay in the same apartment complex as some of you guys.

Where are all of you married people going to live the this fall. I have thought about getting into a home, but if that doesn't work out, it would be fun to stay in the same apartment complex as some of you guys.
We have room for you in good old West Des Moines.
Oh wait, no we don't. :meanie:

Where are all of you married people going to live the this fall. I have thought about getting into a home, but if that doesn't work out, it would be fun to stay in the same apartment complex as some of you guys.

My wife, daughter, and I are probably going to live at San Lagos.

Where are all of you married people going to live the this fall. I have thought about getting into a home, but if that doesn't work out, it would be fun to stay in the same apartment complex as some of you guys.

Marley Park in Surprise...exactly 15 miles from campus. It's an incredible master-planned community with tons of amenities and a great school.

Housing goes from townhomes to 5 bedrooms on 1/3 acre lot...all within the same neighborhood :thumbup: .

Here is the link. BTW...many builders currently have smokin' deals on spec homes...quick move-in and save $$.

Marley Park (http://www.marleypark.com)

Just found this site and wanted to say hello and congrats to all of my future classmates in the class of 2010. :)

Hey everyone -

I was wondering if someone knew about this. I heard from CCOM students that they have tests practically every other day and its the same for AZCOM. Could anyone comment on that? Thanks!

Hey everyone -

I was wondering if someone knew about this. I heard from CCOM students that they have tests practically every other day and its the same for AZCOM. Could anyone comment on that? Thanks!

I know that we will have tests every Monday. Our curriculum is structured in Quarters 3 of them. So it is compacted into 30 weeks. We will also have some weeks that there will be more than one a week. If you go to the website, I think they have several examples of the curricula.

Anyone else doing the HPSP this year?

Anyone else doing the HPSP this year?

What is the HPSP??

What is the HPSP??

Health Professions Scholarship Program. It is the military scholarship.

I know that we will have tests every Monday. Our curriculum is structured in Quarters 3 of them. So it is compacted into 30 weeks. We will also have some weeks that there will be more than one a week. If you go to the website, I think they have several examples of the curricula.

During your first year, you won't have more than one core class exam in a week. You have 2 core classes your 1st Quarter: Anatomy/Embry/Histo and Biochem. During your second quarter, you will have 3 core classes: the same ones from Fall Quarter + Physiology. Spring Quarter, your core classes are Neuroscience, Immunology and Physiology.

Most of your exams will be on Monday. You might occasionally have an exam on Tuesday or some other time during the week. During the Fall quarter, you will have a few weeks in which you won't have any exam during a week. In the Winter Quarter, you will basically have an exam per week.

The only time you have two or more exams per week is when you have a core exam on a Monday and then ICM or Human Behavior later in the week. ICM and Human Behavior are pretty easy though so it's not like you have two real exams in a week.

Second year is when you have two core exams in a given week like Path on Monday and Pharm on Friday. Not looking forward to that...

As far as Books are concerned, I recommend 4 for the Fall Quarter:

1. Netter Atlas - this is basic. Some only buy this book alone

2. Rohen Atlas - good for the practical particularly the night before an exam when you don't have access to the anatomy lab.

3. Wheater Atlas for Histology - best all around Histo text book. There are other atlases too like the Gartner and Hiatt atlas. That's good too but you can get by on Wheaters

4. Sadler or Lange's (same book) Embryology book - This book is either referred to as Sadler or Lange's depending on the year it was published. It's the same book. I feel this book is a must. When you read Embryo, the notes can be confusing unless you have something to reference. Dr. Nydam's notes follow this book pretty well and the pictures/diagrams helped a lot.

Rohen, Sadler and Wheater are all available on reserve in the library. I feel the Netter and Wheater are a must.

You don't need any other book. And if you think you need a book, the library has several copies on reserve. Everything will provided in notes and lecture.

So I hear there is a waitlist for housing. Basically, I'm looking for a roommate or roommates to live with. Either somebody who has an apt already looking for another person or is interested in getting 2-4 bedroom apartment with other people near campus. I'm going to try to get my name on the campus housing list but I think that there is probably a little bit of a line for that. PM me if you're interested.

Male 22, Moderately Clean, Loves Baseball, Loves medicine...(obviously, particularly emergency medicine), Lots of fun, like to go out from time to time (we'll see about this in medical school), Did I mention baseball addict and loves medicine?

So I hear there is a waitlist for housing. Basically, I'm looking for a roommate or roommates to live with. Either somebody who has an apt already looking for another person or is interested in getting 2-4 bedroom apartment with other people near campus. I'm going to try to get my name on the campus housing list but I think that there is probably a little bit of a line for that. PM me if you're interested.

Male 22, Moderately Clean, Loves Baseball, Loves medicine...(obviously, particularly emergency medicine), Lots of fun, like to go out from time to time (we'll see about this in medical school), Did I mention baseball addict and loves medicine?

Oh we'll take you out plenty to Scottsdale, believe me.... :D

So scottsdale is where it's hoppin eh? I particularly liked "The Big Bang" in Tempe but then again I've only been to Phoenix area for spring break (X4, spring training baseball of course) and an interview. Wowsers, Arizona. It's been 87 with 90% humidity (yuck). Sadly 110 with 10% humidity might actually be bearable when I get there. IL, you just can't escape the heat, not even in the shade.

Tempe is pretty fun as well. I've been to Big Bang a couple of times, fun place. It all depends on if you're in the "college" mood or not. And I agree, the dry heat is better than humid head any day. Then again, I grew up in a dry climate so humidity really drives me up a wall.

Any health insurance advice? And when and where did they say we needed to get our titers drawn?

Any health insurance advice? And when and where did they say we needed to get our titers drawn?
We're probably going with the school insurance just to make it easier, but it would be helpful if someone out there knew if there's a better deal for spouses and kids.

I just had my immunization stuff done at my local college health center, they seem to have a lot of kids come in for immunizations for grad school, so I figured that would be alright. (I sure hope so, it was like $150 for everything). I sent off all the copies of the info last week, so I'll let you know if they don't accept it. I came up negative on my Hep B titer though! I had the three shot series like 6 years ago and came out negative, so I had to get a 4th shot last week and it made me sicker than a dog (apparently a rare side effect). If you have to get any more shots, I'd go to the state travel clinic place on state street and 20 something south if you're in Salt Lake. I forgot exactly where it is, but it's a little cheaper.

I believe they want everything done before you start except the Hep B titers for those who are still taking the full series. This includes, someone correct me if I miss some:

Drug Screen
Hep B Surface Antibody
Hepatitis B #1
Hepatitis B #2
Hepatitis B #3
Measles Immunization #1
Measles Immunization #2
Measles Titer
Mumps Immunization #1
Mumps Titer
Rubella Immunization #1
Rubella Titer
TB step 1
TB step 2
TB Chest X-Ray (only if you come up positive)
Tetanus
Varicella Titer

Does anybody know if AZCOM has any roommate matching thing or online forum for the school besides SDN?

Does anybody know if AZCOM has any roommate matching thing or online forum for the school besides SDN?

Try the INTERACT NOW link on the AZCOM website: www.midwestern.edu/AZCOM.

Where are all of you married people going to live the this fall. I have thought about getting into a home, but if that doesn't work out, it would be fun to stay in the same apartment complex as some of you guys.

My husband is currently a MSII, (okay...for a couple more weeks), and we live in Surprise in a rental subdivision.

They're all houses, but we only pay $781/month to rent a 3 bedroom house. I think the 4 bedroom houses are $877/month. If you have kids and can't afford to buy a house yet, it might be a viable option.

http://www.rent.com/rentals/arizona/phoenix-scottsdale-and-vicinity/surprise/488469/

Oh, and congrats to everyone! I'm sure you'll love AZCOM!

Any health insurance advice? And when and where did they say we needed to get our titers drawn?

Quite a few students and their families have AZ state health insurance. Might work if you can't afford the school's insurance.

http://www.de.state.az.us/faa/medical.asp

Try the INTERACT NOW link on the AZCOM website: www.midwestern.edu/AZCOM.

Thank you thank you, we'll see if this is successful. Still looking for a room/roommate if anybody is interested. Me--->22 y/o male, moderately clean, fun, loves baseball.

Tempe is pretty fun as well. I've been to Big Bang a couple of times, fun place. It all depends on if you're in the "college" mood or not. And I agree, the dry heat is better than humid head any day. Then again, I grew up in a dry climate so humidity really drives me up a wall.

Word up Matt! That's what is nice about Phoenix, it has something for everyone. If you like the college scene, Tempe is your typical college town and ASU is one of the best party schools in the country. If you like dressing up and going to nice lounges and clubs, Scottsdale is where it's at. You have both in the same city. Phoenix and North Scottsdale have fine dining and great golf. And what's nice is that several of us have discovered nice little places in Glendale that isn't far from campus like Touch of Thai, McDuffy's, Old Chicago...and Dairy Queen!!! :laugh: Yes, Mat and I rediscovered Dairy Queen, it's very underrated.

Word up Matt! That's what is nice about Phoenix, it has something for everyone. If you like the college scene, Tempe is your typical college town and ASU is one of the best party schools in the country. If you like dressing up and going to nice lounges and clubs, Scottsdale is where it's at. You have both in the same city. Phoenix and North Scottsdale have fine dining and great golf. And what's nice is that several of us have discovered nice little places in Glendale that isn't far from campus like Touch of Thai, McDuffy's, Old Chicago...and Dairy Queen!!! :laugh: Yes, Mat and I rediscovered Dairy Queen, it's very underrated.

Damn straight!

So I've decided that we need to get this post a cookin'. We're like LAST among posts besides KCOM class of 2010. We've gotta get up to at least 10 pages of posts. Maybe a 4 or 5 star rating... As I see it, we gott post 10 posts a day to have 10 pages by the end of next week. Now, we don't need one liners, we need quality material. So answer this short questionaire so that everybody can get to know each other. And we'll obviously get some material from that.

1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?

2. What do you like about Arizona the most?

3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?

4. If you could any animal, what would it be?

5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...

6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?

7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?

8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...

9. I went to _________ for undergraduate work.

10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.

Thanks. Hope this stimulates conversation. (Basically need some major AZCOM postage)

1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?
I would be flying planes as a pilot

2. What do you like about Arizona the most?
The weather is awesome. Phoenix feels like a city but is also rural in parts.

3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?
$4000 including traveling

4. If you be could any animal, what would it be?
A bald eagle, I've already got the bald part down and I'm only 22. Flying would be cool.

5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...
Try to meet as many people as possible. And study...

6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?
Abraham Lincoln, (Illinois bias)

7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?
It's a dry heat. Hopefully that's true in September too.

8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...
Emergency Medicine or Ortho Surgery

9. I went to _________ for undergraduate work.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.
12

Great idea dude. I'll post with answers shortly.

I just updated my MySpace profile, so you all are free to check it out. Just today I invited a bunch of AZCOM 2009ers so this can give you a chance to see some future MS-2's that will be giving you adive and guiding you through the first year :D . By the way, my appearance in the main profile picture was a one time thing! And Rahul, I expect you to get your myspace profile posted soon.

http://www.myspace.com/inquiringmind24

http://www.myspace.com/inquiringmind24

That's wild hair you got there. I'll stick with my bald head as long as I wear a hat in AZ.

1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?
teach Dissection/Anatomy at a University

2. What do you like about Arizona the most?
In-N-Out just around the corner

3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?
~$3000 or so, this year...~$4500 including last year. Ack

4. If you be could any animal, what would it be?
A llama, no question

5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...
Study a grip, make some friends, and bike alot

6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?
Douglas Adams

7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?
Not sure yet. Right now it's just ridiculously hot [but I guess that's not really an option...]

8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...
Ophthalmology or Emergency Medicine, so far

9. I went to _________ for undergraduate work.
Brigham Young University

10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.
probably about a gallon of some diluted juice instead of water...can't get enough cranberry or apple juice. That stuff's crazy delicious

1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?
A writer/photographer for National Geographic.

2. What do you like about Arizona the most?
Access to cool places like Mexico, the Grand Canyon, Southern Utah, SoCal, and New Mexico.

3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?
About $2500 or so, maybe more....
4. If you could any animal, what would it be?
A male lion, since all you gotta do is you know what and the female does the rest :D

5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...
Go out as much as possible before classes start.

6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?
Martin Luther King, Jr....what a guy

7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?
Horrendously hot, especially with all of the asphalt found in the concrete jungle of Phoenix.

8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...
Peds or IM.

9. I went to _________ for undergraduate work.
University of Colorado at Boulder (go Buffs!)

10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.
At least 12

Thanks. Hope this stimulates conversation. (Basically need some major AZCOM postage)

Yeah, we need to catch up with those folks at UNECOM and DMU. Plus last year's thread fizzled, so I don't want that to happen this year.

That's wild hair you got there. I'll stick with my bald head as long as I wear a hat in AZ.

I kept that hairstyle for about a month in Africa, then I got it buzzed since it was driving me nuts!

Why a Llama, v3rbal? It's a llama for God's sake. Just a llama.

1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?
I would be flying planes as a pilot

2. What do you like about Arizona the most?
The weather is awesome. Phoenix feels like a city but is also rural in parts.

3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?
$4000 including traveling

4. If you be could any animal, what would it be?
A bald eagle, I've already got the bald part down and I'm only 22. Flying would be cool.

5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...
Try to meet as many people as possible. And study...

6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?
Abraham Lincoln, (Illinois bias)

7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?
It's a dry heat. Hopefully that's true in September too.

8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...
Emergency Medicine or Ortho Surgery

9. I went to _________ for undergraduate work.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.
12


1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?
Firefighter
2. What do you like about Arizona the most?
Weather and relative closeness to Vegas
3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?
apporx $2000.00
4. If you could any animal, what would it be?
Any type of exotic bird
5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...
Find the best Happy Hour pub
6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?
Lincoln
7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?
dry heat
8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...
IM with a fellow in Cardiology
9. I went to _________ for undergraduate work.
Texas Tech University
10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.
4

Has anyone else not yet received their financial aid award letter? I called the financial aid office back in mid May and they told me it might be June before I receive the letter, but I see on here that others have already gotten it. I completed all of the financial aid info back in December or January and they told me I've completed everything. August isn't too far away, I'm starting to get a little nervous! Anyone else still waiting??

I've still got to send them 1000 dollars before they tell me how much money I get. Yay for a late deposit. (June 9) Gotta get that in ASAP. Let's keep AZCOM 2010 on the top of the list guys. (and girls.) (There are girls in Arizona right?)

Why a Llama, v3rbal? It's a llama for God's sake. Just a llama.

are you serious?! Just consider for a moment these majestic creatures...harvested for their luscious fur, adored by thousands at the annual Spanish Fork Llama Fest [http://www.utahvalleyllamas.com/llamafest.htm], fantastic expectorators, and all-around pack animals regardless of the climate involved.

And as if those reasons weren't enough, just check out this bad A song devoted solely to llamas. It's the cat's pajamas [and super annoying at the same time].

http://www.ritilan.com/archives/images/2004/10/29/llamasong.swf

Anywho, I'd be a llama mainly for the prestige within the animal kingdom, as well as the intimate identification within a niche zoological elitist society [which, I can only imagine, llamas belong to].

Plus, how can you be cooler than Tina the llama in Naploen Dynamite?

Any more students out there to fill out the ol' survey? Anybody looking for a roommate? Going out from the 16-19th of June.

Any more students out there to fill out the ol' survey? Anybody looking for a roommate? Going out from the 16-19th of June.


1. If you could do one thing besides be a doctor, what would it be?
Be some sort of a musician...or a drummer.

2. What do you like about Arizona the most?
The absence of tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes.

3. How much money did you spend applying to med schools?
5000+

4. If you could be any animal, what would it be?
Anything with wings because flying kicks major ass.

5. When you get to med school, the first week you are going to...
attend orientation and meet some peeps, maybe even find some people interested in doing some intramural basketball.

6. If you could meet one person in history, who would it be?
Richard Feynman

7. Desert, horrendously hot or it's a dry heat?
It's a dry heat. Out-of-staters..don't worry, you'll get used to it in a matter of weeks. Besides, it's not like classes are held outside. God bless A/C.

8. The specialty I have in mind right now is...
General surgery.

9. I went to _______ for undergraduate work.
Arizona State...GO DEVILS!!!!

10. # of glasses of water you'll drink daily in Arizona.
5-10. The rest of my liquid intake is taken care by the good people at Anheuser-Busch.

Any more students out there to fill out the ol' survey? Anybody looking for a roommate? Going out from the 16-19th of June.

Hi! I'm an MSIV at AZCOM. I would suggest that when you come to town, try visiting the Student Services office on campus. They have a list of people looking for roommates. If I were you, I would consider living with an upperclassman. They can help you out quite a bit. And there are usually advertisements on bulletin boards around campus looking for roommates as well. Hope you have some luck.

And by the way, the fourth years will be in class until June 16 at noon. Feel free to introduce yourself. You'll probably get more leads on housing that way.

Good luck.

Cyndi

hrm...this sounds like an excellent idea. Upperclassmen...never thought of that...we'll see if the student services can get me any information over the phone.

Nick

We're probably going with the school insurance just to make it easier, but it would be helpful if someone out there knew if there's a better deal for spouses and kids.

I just had my immunization stuff done at my local college health center, they seem to have a lot of kids come in for immunizations for grad school, so I figured that would be alright. (I sure hope so, it was like $150 for everything). I sent off all the copies of the info last week, so I'll let you know if they don't accept it. I came up negative on my Hep B titer though! I had the three shot series like 6 years ago and came out negative, so I had to get a 4th shot last week and it made me sicker than a dog (apparently a rare side effect). If you have to get any more shots, I'd go to the state travel clinic place on state street and 20 something south if you're in Salt Lake. I forgot exactly where it is, but it's a little cheaper.

I believe they want everything done before you start except the Hep B titers for those who are still taking the full series. This includes, someone correct me if I miss some:

Drug Screen
Hep B Surface Antibody
Hepatitis B #1
Hepatitis B #2
Hepatitis B #3
Measles Immunization #1
Measles Immunization #2
Measles Titer
Mumps Immunization #1
Mumps Titer
Rubella Immunization #1
Rubella Titer
TB step 1
TB step 2
TB Chest X-Ray (only if you come up positive)
Tetanus
Varicella Titer

Drug Screen?? I didn't see anything in the paperwork about this...did I just miss it. I thought I had everything done, but I have not done a drug screen. Anyone know if this is right??

Drug Screen?? I didn't see anything in the paperwork about this...did I just miss it. I thought I had everything done, but I have not done a drug screen. Anyone know if this is right??



No need to fret about this. It'll all be taken care of during orientation. I was told this by someone from Student Services, so you know it's credible. As far as "student health" goes, you don't need to do anything or have anything done prior to orientation, so just relax and try to enjoy your summer.

I was just wondering if anyone knew when our white coat ceremony is and if you can only invite a certain number of people? I just decided to go to AZCOM rather than CCOM, and know that for CCOM's white coat ceremony we could only invite two people.

Looking forward to meeting everyone shortly!

No need to fret about this. It'll all be taken care of during orientation. I was told this by someone from Student Services, so you know it's credible. As far as "student health" goes, you don't need to do anything or have anything done prior to orientation, so just relax and try to enjoy your summer.


Thanks. Good to know.

I was just wondering if anyone knew when our white coat ceremony is and if you can only invite a certain number of people? I just decided to go to AZCOM rather than CCOM, and know that for CCOM's white coat ceremony we could only invite two people.

Looking forward to meeting everyone shortly!

Last year the white coat ceremony was held on December 3rd. I'm not sure how many people you can invite but it seemed that some students had their extended families in attendance. When you get here in Augu