Taylor Aguiar
Fomula for success in medical school: "Adaptability is the key to excelling with different kinds of material. Finding what works for you and consistently building on your knowledge base everyday with the support of a strong strong group will build long lasting understanding.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Internal Medicine
Cassandra Bakus
Fomula for success in medical school: "Adaptability is the key to excelling with different kinds of material. Finding what works for you and consistently building on your knowledge base everyday with the support of a strong strong group will build long lasting understanding.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Orthopedics
Harsimran Bhandal
Formula for success in medical school: “Phase 1 - I succeeded by having an amazing study partner, and we kept each other in check with the material utilizing the slides from the school and the learning objectives. I utilized B&B as prework for sessions sometimes. Phase 2 - I did Uworld questions daily, and studied topics daily throughout each clerkship. I made flashcards from the Uworld, and studied those and tested knowledge with Amboss questions.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: IM/Psychiatry
Weng Chan
Fomula for success in medical school: “Spaced repetition and tackling weak areas”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Diagnostic Radiology
Elizabeth Christophel
Fomula for success in medical school: “I studied consistently and early for phase 1 exams, shelf exams, and board exams. Studying this way ensured I was able to be reviewing/doing practice questions in the days leading up to tests rather than cramming to learn material.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: OB-GYN
Kiana Cruz
Fomula for success in medical school: “In order to be success in medical school, I recommend being honest with yourself and recognizing your weak areas in order to enact effective, targeted change in those realms. Further, analyzing practice problems to understand why you got them wrong and going back to review such lessons is crucial.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: OB-GYN
Erika Fleming
Fomula for success in medical school: “Approach learning experiences with curiosity and amazement. Approach examinations with systematic deliberation.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology Fellowship
Gracie Jenkins
Fomula for success in medical school: "From day one, I have been a major believer in group studying. Talking through the material with a group and explaining concepts in your own words is the best way to learn and understand difficult topics.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Psychiatry
Sabrina LaRosa
Fomula for success in medical school: “I succeeded by creating clear goals on what material I wanted to get through every day in medical school, leaving spare time in case I fell behind one day. I also actively reviewed some material every day.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: OB-GYN
Kristian Larson
Fomula for success in medical school: “In my experience, consistency matters more than intensity! 3-4 hours of studying and reviewing daily will be more effective than studying 12 hours a day the week before an exam.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Emergency Medicine
Matthew Lee
Fomula for success in medical school: “My key to succeeding in my studies in medical school was developing a structured schedule for myself, approaching my studying in a systematic and practical manner, and recognizing the value of wellness! I also highly valued spaced repetition and practice questions to best absorb and understand the information.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Sarah Leonard
Fomula for success in medical school: “Utilizing a few high yield resources that work well for you daily so you can avoid cramming and allow time for the activities/people that bring you joy.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Surgery
Victoria Lynott
Fomula for success in medical school: “My formula for success in medical school has been grounded in fostering disciplined study habits, time management skills, and seeking collaborative learning opportunities such as study sessions with peers or hands-on clinic experiences. Additionally, maintaining a balance between academic responsibilities and self-care to ensure long term well-being and sustained motivation.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Internal Medicine/Psychiatry
Mackenzie McCann
Fomula for success in medical school: “My formula for success in medical school includes taking my own notes on the PowerPoints during sessions, using the learning objectives to review the PowerPoint, meeting with academic support, and reading textbooks to study for shelf exams in clerkships. Aside from practice questions and UWorld, I also did group study - talking out concepts, using whiteboards, and trying to recall the appropriate information related to the learning objectives for the LGALs.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Family Medicine
Quinn McCormick
Fomula for success in medical school: "“Success is constant repetition and finding a formula that works for you.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Pediatrics
Sarah Mohideen
Fomula for success in medical school: “I value scheduling, chunking, and active recall.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Neurology
Kyle Otto
Fomula for success in medical school: “The key to success in medical school is working hard and staying calm despite all the challenges thrown your way.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Family Medicine
Benjamin Perrin Hee
Fomula for success in medical school: “I try to consistently study everyday and review my weak areas on a weekly basis. I find that by being consistent I can do well without needing to cram or study all day.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Radiology
Liem Pham
Fomula for success in medical school: “The key to success in medical school is organization with everything in moderation.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Surgery
Matthew Phillippi
Fomula for success in medical school: “My formula for success in medical school has been to actively search for my areas of weakness. It isn't comfortable, but it's the best way to learn and grow.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Radiology
Kevin Posner
Fomula for success in medical school: “Being successful for me in medical school I think came from two things. The first being the ability and willingness to stay ahead of work and studying, the hardest times I found were often avoidable if you plan ahead. Second would be the willingness to try things you never. Medical school is such a new process that I think being open to adaptation and trying new study habits allowed me to succeed.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Orthopedic Surgery
Rohit Prem Kumar
Fomula for success in medical school: “I prioritize understanding over repetition.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Neurosurgery
Sahana Sangappa
Fomula for success in medical school: “My formula for success in medical school is to pace yourself, take breaks, and take the time to connect and apply different concepts!”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Internal Medicine
Meghana Singh
Fomula for success in medical school: “Try to stay on top of your work, whether it be studying for exams, research, HD assignments, etc.! Future you will be much happier with present you :)”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: OB-GYN
Svati Zaveri
Fomula for success in medical school: “Everyone is different when it comes to learning and that's okay! I find that I learn best when all of the content is consolidated into one document. I like to review the content and test my knowledge with a study group before exams. And most importantly, taking breaks, doing the things I love, and being intentional with recharging my mental battery so that when I do sit down to study, I can really learn it well.”
Clinical Specialty of Choice: Emergency Medicine
