Medical School Blog
International Students Applying to US Medical Schools
Coming to one of the greatest countries on Earth is already a tremendous feat, but if you want to apply for medical school as an international student that can make the complex and difficult process that much more difficult. There are some tips you can follow to help your transition from one country’s educational system to another, as smooth and easy as possible. You have to keep in mind, not only the challenging study program, but also your home-life situation….
Applying to a Tech Advanced Medical School
Like it or not, technology is revolutionizing medical education and you need to jump on the train if you don’t want to be left behind. If you’re trying to decide what medical school you want to apply for, then you may want to take their philosophy on technology into consideration. If you want to become a doctor, you need to look into the future of the field. If you go to a school that retains the old methods of teaching…
Studying Health Policy in Medical School
Science is the first and foremost study when it comes to medical school, there isn’t time for anything else, but should there be? Many young medical students graduate and find themselves in a familiar setting: the tables, the equipment, a helpful staff to support them when they need information. But, there’s something that’s vastly different, the dummy on the bed is now a person. This might seem like an obvious fact, but medical schools have yet to provide a nice…
Mental Health in the Medical Students
Studying medicine in the modern age is a very demanding pursuit, but is it too demanding? Many medicals students suffer the sting of overwhelming debt, poor social life/school balance, the need to stand out in a sea of other medical students vying for the same job opportunities, and of course the heavy amounts of school work and studying. While students can turn to friends and family for support, they can do nothing to relieve these factors of stress in the…
Medical Schools Scrambling for Diversity
According to a survey taken by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), only 9% of the 137 school’s student body was of African, Native, Hispanic, or Latino descent. Despite these statistics, many of the medical schools wish to push programs that will effectively shift the tides towards a more well-rounded and ethnically diverse student body. For this reason, medical institutions are beginning to reach out to undergraduate universities to attract a more diverse crowd. Among the medical schools looking…
For-Profit Medical Schools
You may have heard in the news about the recent upswing of for-profit medical schools that have been popping up more and more since 2012. You may also be considering going to one of these institutions for your own education. It’s important to note that these new institutions are filling a much-needed depletion of doctors across the Midwest. Their goal is to make sure the need is met for the aging baby-boomer generation. Many institutions make money from what they…
Debt Management after Medical School
You’ve graduated medical school and everyone is calling you “Doctor”. Everything seems to be going great and you know there’s a bright future ahead. There’s only one problem with your perfect vision of the future, the looming debt you owe for your years of hard work. Honestly, it’s not that big of a deal, especially if you manage it wisely. There are many ways to monitor, budget, and calculate payment options that suit your new lifestyle. Managing your student loans…
What to Study for Your First Year of Pre-Med
You’re now entering an exciting new chapter in your life, pre-med school. Not only that but you have one of the most exciting aspirations, becoming a doctor. There’s going to be a lot of information thrown at you from advisors and mentors. However, there are some overview topics you should know and consider before starting your first year of pre-med college. Majors for First Year Pre-Med Students The first thing you’re probably wondering, “Is there a pre-med major?” The short…
Things to Consider Going from High School to Pre-Med
Becoming a doctor is a great aspiration to have. If you are someone passionate about this profession and studying all the related fields then the next step will be pre-med college. First weigh all of your options and really consider if you want to be a doctor. It takes a lot of time and effort to achieve this goal, but there are a few ways you can start preparing while you’re still in high school. Tips for High School Students…