The initial United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE Step 1) and Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX-USA Level 1) are widely considered to be among the most difficult exams in higher education. Both are high-stake assessments of a student’s acquired knowledge of basic sciences. Failure can have a devastating effect on a student’s future, so …
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What Do Med Students Do During the Summer?
Ask any medical student and they will tell you medical school is a fulltime job. So most summer months are booked with related learning activities. Where the first year of med school focuses on the basic sciences, after that students begin to focus on becoming residency ready by making the most of their time to …
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Which Medical School Is Right for You?
Choosing the right medical school can seem like a daunting task, but with proper guidance and a little research it is entirely possible to find the perfect fit. However, there are numerous factors that need to be taken into account in order to make an informed decision. In this blog post, we’ll explore which type …
