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Hi Y'all how are we doing? This is my first post here, as I managed to stay away from all the Reddit and SDN hype throughout the cycle. Based on that, I hope I don't come off as overzealous in this post or naive. I didn't have the best cycle (I hope this isn't sounding ungrateful), but I did get...

When I first started third year, the Shelf exams wrecked me. I thought just doing UWorld and Anki would be enough — but I kept forgetting small details and struggling to connect topics across rotations. Eventually, I started condensing everything I learned from UWorld, NBME practice forms, and...

Hi, sdn members! I have a question that been bugging me a lot. I attended medical school in the country where undergrad is combined with medical school education. There is no way around it. It’s a national standard for medical school to have 6 years combined education in that country. I had...

Hi all, I’ve been fortunate enough to have been accepted to a few med school programs, but I would love some guidance on which school I should choose. For reference, I’m from New York, and I’ve been accepted to University of Colorado, Stony Brook, and New York Medical College. CUSOM Pros: The...

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TCOM Pros TX resident so lower COA (59K) closer to home (fort worth) and family lower cost of living already familiar with the area solid 2025 match results, possibly comparable to mid-tier MD schools, so competitive fields aren’t off the table Cons not interested in OMM double board exams...

Hey yall! I was wondering if I could get some advice on what I should do at this point of my pre-med journey. In my second mcat, I scored a 504. I know its pretty low but I wanted to know what my chances might be at a DO school if I apply this cycle. My gpa is a 3.9 from a UC school and...

What are my chances in getting accepted at UTSW's MD program as a non-traditional student. I am 30 years old Dallas resident since 2003 Undergrad overall GPA: 3.67, science GPA: 3.42 Graduate school (Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies) GPA: 3.41 Volunteering hours: 200 ER medical...

Exciting news for future physicians! Roseman University College of Medicine (RUCOM) is expected to be accepting applications in AMCAS in early March of this year for the inaugural July 2025 cohort. As an allopathic medical school, RUCOM aims to train future physicians to meet the growing...

I wanted to share incase anyone else might be in a similar situation. I transferred over from another Caribbean medical school, got my first semester free and online from home to make for ease of transition. I tried to post the flyer, but I’m not sure how to post photos here, as it isn’t...

Good morning, I hope everyone single one of you is doing well. I seem to be stuck in an obstacle, and I am not quite sure what to do. I’m a U.S. citizen, born and raised in California, and I’ve completed 8 semesters of medical studies at the University of Guadalajara (UDG) or known as also...

When crafting application essays – whether for graduate school, business school, or any other competitive program – applicants often focus on highlighting their accomplishments. And it’s easy to understand why. Most candidates are eager to share their significant achievements, such as leading a...

Just got my score back and I need some realistic advice. USMD, HP every rotation, Step 1 Pass, Step 2 244, 3-5 pubs, no conferences. What should I not bother applying to? How would you approach specialty selection/refinement? I enjoy anything procedural but I want to make sure I don't apply...

Hello - M1 at midtier USMD; was interested in GS and have been getting a lot of conflicting advice on what to be doing/focusing on if I want to go into gen surg. I really want to do research, preferably in the field of gen/vasc/CT surg but these spots seem very selective, does the type of...

Alright, I know everyone has different beliefs on ranking systems and all that, but that aside, I'm wondering why tf MIT is ranked for psychiatry? They don't have psych residency programs or a medical school. This seems like it makes no sense. I'm just curious. Is there any reason someone should...

Hey everyone, I’m in a bit of a dilemma and could use some advice. I'm currently 19 and extremely fortunate in terms of finances. My parents are well-off, so I won’t have to pay for undergrad or med school, and I’ll even have a good amount of money to invest until I become a physician in my...

1. What is the AMCAS application? AMCAS stands for the American Medical College Application Service, which is a centralized application service available through the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). It allows candidates to apply to multiple allopathic (MD) medical schools using a...

Before he was Joshua Wienczkowski, MD, a prevention and addiction medicine specialist, he was a premed juggling coursework and extracurriculars and trying to make the right choices for his best shot at medical school. During his first year of medical school, he looked back on these choices with...

There has been an interesting shift in medical school admissions for applicants whose parents are doctors. In 1989, these applicants were 15% more likely to get into medical school. Ten years ago, students who had a physician for a parent were still more likely to get accepted into medical...

Basically the title. Third year medical student at a newish DO school in the mid-south. Will be applying neurology for the 2025 cycle. Third quartile class rank 7/8 honors on clinical rotations. (HP on our OMM rotation) Step 1 and COMLEX 1: Passed both on first attempt Step 2: 230 COMLEX...

Listen to this episode live now on Spotify (or any major streaming platform.) Show Summary In this episode, Linda Abraham interviews Christian Essman, Senior Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Case Western Reserve University Medical School. They discuss the unique aspects of Case...

Would you like to apply to Tulane University School of Medicine, but are you concerned about the intense competition for seats? Its Director of Admissions, Dr. Mike Woodson, is our guest today, and he’ll tell you what it takes to get in. Dr. Woodson discusses the unique aspects of Tulane’s...

Hey all. I know this is definitely an odd thing to post; however, it is something that worries me. I am quite overweight and heavy. My parents have always told me no one will respect me or want to befriend me due to my size. Therefore, for all of you incoming students, medical students, faculty...

Show Summary The 2024-25 medical school application cycle is looming. In fact, for many it’s already started. Would you like to learn how to craft a quality application to medical school, a compelling persuasive application? Well, that’s the topic of today’s episode, so tune in. Show Notes...

I’m torn between whether to pursue medical school or a PsyD. I feel like I have a lot of conflicting things to consider. Has anyone ever navigated a similar question? How did you decide? My thought process: I absolutely love clinical work. I despise research and find it monotonous. I...

Hey everyone! For some reason, my flexmed portal won’t let me make any edits to my application. Has anyone who is applying or applied have this issue? It’s due tomorrow and I’m stressed because I have all my info but I can’t paste it in. Getting a “page is closed” error.

Show Summary Let’s learn about the newest medical school in the United States in this interview with Dr. Caleb Marsh, the Director of Recruitment and Pathway Programs of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. Not only that, but Frist is still accepting applications for its inaugural class...

Show Summary Dr. Cynthia Boyd, Associate Dean for Admissions and Recruitment at Rush Medical College, discusses the distinctive elements of the Rush Medical College program, including its focus on developing critical thinkers and providing excellent clinical care. She also highlights the...

Do you want to know how to get into Johns Hopkins School of Medicine? Are you wondering what Johns Hopkins’ program is like? How is it adapting to the post-COVID era, and AI? Continue reading and you’ll learn more from its Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs. Today’s guest, Paul...

As the title says. Been having a rough time over here. I'm a US MD who took a 2 year leave of absence after M2 for medical reasons and also have a failed Step on my record. Am I still able to match into residency? I'm not looking to go into anything competitive. Is it worth even continuing...

I've been suffering from OCD and major depression for six years. They've been making it difficult to feel motivated or do much. I've been getting lots of help, from antidepressants and therapy to ECT and TMS. But honestly, nothing has really worked. I still want to get into medicine. But my...

I am lucky to have acceptances at both programs but am very conflicted as to which program to choose: my interest lies in Surgery so I will be looking at competitive residency spots and I want to know which school will set me up better for success. Both have strong match lists in surgery as...

I'm deferring for an additional gap year before starting medical school in 2024. This is my second gap year and aside from scribing, which I have learned a ton from, I have been able to travel a bit and enjoy some time with friends/family ect. I do get the importance of not rushing into this...

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Many pre-medical students have spent the majority of their lives receiving praise and playing starring roles both inside and outside of the classroom. Your commitment to success is part of why you made it into medical school, but it can also make the transition particularly tough. Medical school...

Hello, I am currently finishing up a 4+1 MPH program and applying to medical school during the 2023-2024 cycle. I am curious if anyone could recommend MD schools that would really value this background in public health. Also, my concentration is in PH Nutrition so I would love a school with an...

Hi! I’m applying this cycle and don’t think I can handle taking my mcat again because of difficulty balancing with school work, research and other things and don’t want to retake and do worse. I have a 507 (128/124/125/130) and a 3.9 gpa. I have strong ECs and research and clinical hours. I also...

I was recently waitlisted at my top choice school and am planning on writing a Letter of Intent. Does anyone have any advice on what this letter should contain beyond an explicit commitment to matriculate if offered acceptance? My instinct is to write a letter detailing my passion for the...

I was diagnosed with type 2 narcolepsy (without cataplexy) about a month before starting medical school last fall, and I assumed pharmacological treatment would be helpful but it fluctuates. The disorder makes sleep irresistible at different times each day and often results in oversleeping in...

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