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Blog Post #16: What If I Have to SOAP?

The residency match is the culmination of almost a decade of education and effort – and we...

Blog Post #15: The Ultimate Letter of Intent Template

As a medical student, the journey through applications, interviews, and ultimately securing your...

Blog Post #14: So You Want to be a Surgeon?

Choosing between a surgical and non-surgical specialty is a pivotal decision in a medical career...

Blog Post #13: Things That Actually Matter In Medical School

Medical school generally selects for Type-A neurotic overachievers who truly wish to excel on every...

Blog Post #11: Research 101 for Medical Students

Importance of Research for Medical Students  It is no secret that research is an unspoken component...

Blog Post #10: Signal Tokens for Match 2025 Explained

What Are Signal Tokens? Signal tokens are a relatively new component of the residency application...

Blog Post 009: Where DO Schools Get It Wrong

We’ve worked with hundreds of medical students, many of whom come from DO schools, and we’ve learned...

Blog Post 008: The USMLE Cheating Scandal

The USMLE exam is a right of passage for all medical students, including MD, DO, and IMGs seeking...

Blog Post 007: Considerations When Applying for Away Rotations

Away rotations are one the most exciting times of a medical students career. It is an opportunity to...