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The one-stop, comprehensive resource for students considering a career in medicine In recent years, applying fo and getting accepted to medical schools in the U.S. has become increasingly difficult. In 2020-2021, only 38% of the 53,370 students who applied to U.S. medical schools were accepted. For the most prestigious medical schools, the acceptance rate was just 1.4-2%. Pre-Medicine: The Complete Guide for Aspiring Doctors by Joel Thomas, Phillip Wagner, Ray Funahashi, and Nitin Agarwal is a comprehensive roadmap that guides aspiring physicians through the rigorous process of preparing for and getting into medical school in the U.S. By bringing together multiple authors with different life experiences and perspectives, this unique book has broad appeal to students from diverse backgrounds. The text is organized by five sections: The Pre-Med Primer, Succeeding as a Pre-Medical Student, Applying to Medical School, Medical School and Career Insights, and an Appendix. This invaluable resource tackles challenging topics and addresses uncomfortable questions that necessitate engagement with multiple opposing viewpoints and careful data analysis. The first and foremost goal of this book is to provide essential information to individuals that need it to succeed in their pre-med and medical school journey. Key Features Authors graduated from the U.S. News Top 20 medical schools and/or trained at a Doximity Top 20 residency program Demystifies the lengthy and confusing medical school application process, providing practical advice and evidence-based strategies for successfully tackling each step, starting in high school Provides readers with a realistic and honest picture of the daily challenges and rewards that aspiring physicians face-from pre-med to residency This is a must-have resource for anyone who is considering a career in medicine. The no-holds-barred insights shared in this book will greatly optimize the chance of medical school applicants gaining admission to their top choice. ""

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Author:   Joel Thomas ,  Phillip Wagner ,  Ray Funahashi ,  Nitin Agarwal
Publisher:   Thieme Medical Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Thieme Medical Publishers Inc
Weight:   1.068kg
ISBN:  

9781684205073

ISBN 10:   1684205077
Pages:   400
Publication Date:   07 December 2022
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Section I: The Pre-Med Primer 1. The 30,000-Foot View 2. What Medical Schools Look For 3. The Pre-Med Principles 4. The Types of Pre-Medical Students and Paths to Medical School 5. Building Your Narrative 6. Common Pre-Med Diseases and How to Treat Them Section II: Succeeding as a Pre-Medical Student 7. Guaranteed Admission Programs and Early Assurance Programs 8. Schools, Majors, and More 9. Timing, Class Structure, and Personal Schedules 10. Obtaining a Solid GPA 11. Extracurriculars 12. Clinical Experiences 13. Shadowing 14. Volunteering 15. Research 16. Gap Years, Employment, Graduate Degrees, and Post-Baccalaureate Fellowships 17. Crushing the MCAT 18. Self-Care and Wellness 19. Finding Mentors Section III: Applying to Medical School 20. The Big Picture 21. Before You Begin: Application Strength Analysis 22. Before You Begin: Application Cycle Prophylaxis 23. Letters of Recommendation 24. DO, MD, and International Schools 25. Dual-Degree Programs: MD/PhD, MPH, MBA, JD, and Others 26. Medical School Rankings 27. Making Your List: What Schools Do I Apply To? 28. Primary Application: AMCAS, AACOMAS, TMDSAS 29. Transcript Review 30. Activities and Meaningful Experiences 31. Personal Statement 32. Altus Suite: CASPer, Snapshot, and Duet 33. Secondary Application 34. Interviews 35. Interview Trail Travel and Attire 36. Wait-List and Update Letters 37. Financial Aid 38. Acceptance and Decisions: What Really Matters When Choosing the One School 39. Before and After Matriculation 40. Plan B and Reapplication Section IV: Medical School and Career Insights 41. Real Talk on a Medical Career 42. Real Talk on the Medical School Experience 43. Real Talk on Succeeding in Medical School 44. A Peek at the Residency Application Process 45. A Day in the Life in Medicine 46. Nonclinical Careers 47. Stories of Inspiration Section V: Appendix Appendix A: Resources Appendix B: Medical Specialties and Subspecialties

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