Whether you’re applying to medical school or residency, asking for letters of recommendation can be daunting. I understand the feeling of not wanting to bother someone or wondering if the letter will be strong enough to help you stand out among the other applicants. After all, I’ve been told strong letters can make a difference, […]
A personal statement is your chance to share your story and sell yourself whether for a job, residency position, admission into medical school, etc. This is my favorite part of the application process—after all, I do love writing. So let’s get into my tips for writing a personal statement! Reflect. Reflect on your experiences academically, […]
With application and interview season upon us whether for medical school, residency, or another program or scholarship, I thought it would be a great idea to cover some essential tips on writing your CV. So let’s get into the tips! Write two versions of your CV. I truly believe you need to have two versions […]
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Coming across a recording of the mocking and hostile environment for female medical students in the late 19th and early 20th century in David Oshinsky’s Bellevue turned my mind towards a country where at least nominally women were allowed to officially serve as doctors far earlier, Korea or as it was known then Joseon. From […]
I know that when I was applying for medical school and shortly after acceptance, I had a lot of questions regarding my finances. So I thought that I would answer some questions that I was searching when I was looking. One of the main questions is how will I pay for my medical school education? […]
Communicating vision is key in any organization, and I believe the best way to do it is by embodying it. Leaders who aren’t “too important” to get to know employees, team members, and consumers. A leader who listens and communicates leads to positive outcomes. I want to share an example of a physician I worked […]
Pursuing a Master’s in Healthcare Administration has truly opened my mindset and vision for opportunities in the future to better healthcare especially with training I have received throughout medical school. I have found that truly visionary leaders look outside their disciplines as part of their visioning process. So I wanted to share three sources I […]
Dear Class of 2021, I know that these are uncertain times for you as much as they are for us. You are worried about taking your board examinations because they have been cancelled due to the global pandemic. You are unsure of applying for audition rotations at your dream program because shelter-in-place orders might prevent […]
Kimia Etemadi
Fourth-Year, A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Kimia Etemadi is a fourth-year medical student going for a DO/MPH dual degree. She is passionate about women’s health and helping underserved communities.
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