When I was in high school preparing for college and eventually medical school, my dad always encouraged me to get involved with activities that would help me stand out from other students. He said it was important to showcase yourself as a well-rounded student, and not basing all your strengths in academics alone. I began […]
Applying to Med School – Secondaries
My sister is currently studying for the GMAT in preparation for applying to business school, and she mentioned that she’s applying to about seven schools and was worried about how time-consuming it will be. I told her it’s definitely not too bad, given that the average pre-med applies to anywhere from 15-20 med schools […]
An Unconventional Reading List for Medical School
During the summer, before my first year of med school, I made it my mission to read as much as I possibly could. This was my all-consuming quest and I treated it as seriously as if I were stocking up on provisions for a long journey out to sea. I devoured books by and about […]
