This might seem like a simple question, but it makes a world of difference when it comes to learning large amounts of information in what might feel like a very short time. With a new school year beginning, it's something that's been on my mind. The big question: What is the most effective way to … Continue reading What’s Your Learning Style?
Medical School
The Beginning of the End
The countdown till I move to Ohio is ON. In the midst of looking for an apartment, a possible car to buy (because Philadelphia and Columbus are NOT the same when it comes to public transportation), I've also being making it a point to spend time with family and friends. Each weekend has brought on … Continue reading The Beginning of the End
The Moment I Found Out I was Accepted To Medical School…
I was getting antsy. It had been over 2 weeks since my interview. 18 days to be exact. On my interview day, I and other interviewees had been told to expect an answer within 2 weeks. A guaranteed fast turn around. So then what was taking so long? I casually glanced at my phone. No … Continue reading The Moment I Found Out I was Accepted To Medical School…
Meet Ric – A 2nd Year Med Student at Drexel University
There are different paths to medical school, as seen through my blog. One path is through a program that offers conditional acceptance, such as Drexel's Pathway to Medical School Program (DPMS). Note: Their application deadline this year is April 24, 2015. Although having a strong science background, Ric, a 2nd year at Drexel Med, still encountered his … Continue reading Meet Ric – A 2nd Year Med Student at Drexel University
#WhiteCoats4BlackLives: Acknowledging The Political Determinants of Health
At 3PM EST on December 10, 2014, medical and dental students at over 70 schools participated in the "National White Coat Die-In." The event was organized on Facebook and spearheaded by students at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine who described the event as "a demonstration in response to the events in … Continue reading #WhiteCoats4BlackLives: Acknowledging The Political Determinants of Health
The Right Medical Specialty For Me Is…
I know it's most likely too early for me to be thinking about this BUT my future specialty has been on my mind for some time now. It all started with the Myers-Briggs personality test. I'm an ENFJ and I've known this for some time. Other famous ENFJs are Oprah Winfrey, Sheryl Sandberg (author of "Lean in"), … Continue reading The Right Medical Specialty For Me Is…
A. Adejare-Smith, MD 