<p><strong>The one-stop, comprehensive resource for students considering a career in medicine </strong></p><p> In recent years, applying to 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%. <em>Pre-Medicine: The Complete Guide for Aspiring Doctors</em> 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. </p><p> 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. </p><p><strong> Key Features </strong></p><ul><li> Authors graduated from the U.S. News Top 20 medical schools and/or trained at a Doximity Top 20 residency program</li><li> 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</li><li>Provides readers with a realistic and honest picture of the daily challenges and rewards that aspiring physicians face—from pre-med to residency </li></ul><p> 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.</p>
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<p><strong>Section I: The Pre-Med Primer</strong><br>1. The 30, 000-Foot View<br>2. What Medical Schools Look For<br>3. The Pre-Med Principles<br>4. The Types of Pre-Medical Students and Paths to Medical School<br>5. Building Your Narrative<br>6. Common Pre-Med Diseases and How to Treat Them<br><strong>Section II: Succeeding as a Pre-Medical Student</strong><br>7. Guaranteed Admission Programs and Early Assurance Programs<br>8. Schools, Majors, and More<br>9. Timing, Class Structure, and Personal Schedules<br>10. Obtaining a Solid GPA<br>11. Extracurriculars<br>12. Clinical Experiences<br>13. Shadowing<br>14. Volunteering<br>15. Research<br>16. Gap Years, Employment, Graduate Degrees, and Post-Baccalaureate Fellowships<br>17. Crushing the MCAT<br>18. Self-Care and Wellness<br>19. Finding Mentors<br><strong>Section III: Applying to Medical School</strong><br>20. The Big Picture<br>21. Before You Begin: Application Strength Analysis<br>22. Before You Begin: Application Cycle Prophylaxis<br>23. Letters of Recommendation<br>24. DO, MD, and International Schools<br>25. Dual-Degree Programs: MD/Ph D, MPH, MBA, JD, and Others<br>26. Medical School Rankings<br>27. Making Your List: What Schools Do I Apply To?<br>28. Primary Application: AMCAS, AACOMAS, TMDSAS<br>29. Transcript Review<br>30. Activities and Meaningful Experiences<br>31. Personal Statement<br>32. Altus Suite: CASPer, Snapshot, and Duet<br>33. Secondary Application<br>34. Interviews<br>35. Interview Trail Travel and Attire<br>36. Wait-List and Update Letters<br>37. Financial Aid<br>38. Acceptance and Decisions: What Really Matters When Choosing the One School<br>39. Before and After Matriculation<br>40. Plan B and Reapplication<br><strong>Section IV: Medical School and Career Insights</strong><br>41. Real Talk on a Medical Career<br>42. Real Talk on the Medical School Experience<br>43. Real Talk on Succeeding in Medical School<br>44. A Peek at the Residency Application Process<br>45. A Day in the Life in Medicine<br>46. Nonclinical Careers<br>47. Stories of Inspiration<br><strong>Section V: Appendix</strong><br>Appendix A: Resources<br>Appendix B: Medical Specialties and Subspecialties</p>
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