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The Elite Medical Prep team consists of MD and MD candidate tutors from the top medical schools and residency programs, our founders, Dr. Brus-Ramer and Dr. Rubin, and an administrative team dedicated to our students' success. All blog posts are written directly by our tutors or founders to serve as a great resource for students.

Dual Applying vs. Combined Residency Programs: Applying in Multiple Specialties

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A medical school senior contemplating what specialties she should apply to for residency, and whether she should opt for dual applying or for combined residency programs.

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We are thrilled to bring you another recorded session from Elite Medical Prep's Residency Roundtable series. This session, titled "Dual Apply for Residency - Applying in More Than One Specialty" is hosted by Dr. Brittany Glassberg and Dr. Savannah M. Alvarado. In this session, Dr. Glassberg and Dr. Alvarado share...

Elite Medical Prep’s Ultimate 3 Month MCAT Study Plan

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A preview of Elite Medical Prep's 3 Month MCAT study plan.

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Preparing for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a significant undertaking, and a well-structured MCAT study plan is essential for success. With a three-month MCAT study schedule, you can better prepare and increase your chances of excelling in this critical aspect of your medical school application. Sign up with...

DO Residency Talk

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A team of DO residents in a hospital wearing lab coats.

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Elite Medical Prep recently hosted a roundtable event dedicated to the intricate aspects of residency applications, providing participants with insights into the application cycle. This session was hosted by Dr. Janet Tam and Dr. Jim Devanney. The discussion spanned topics ranging from exam preferences to specialty considerations, encompassing vital factors...

Residency Virtual Interviews

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Residency Virtual Interviews" opening slide introducing the speakers.

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Elite Medical Prep recently hosted a roundtable event dedicated to the intricate aspects of residency applications, providing participants with insights into the application cycle. The recorded session from this roundtable event is centered on the topic of the residency virtual interview and is hosted by Dr. Christina Boada and Dr....

Tackling the Residency Personal Statement

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Tackling the Residency Personal Statement" opening slide introducing the speakers.

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Elite Medical Prep recently organized a roundtable event on the nuances of residency applications, equipping attendees with essential insights for this year's cycle. In the event titled "Mastering the Residency Personal Statement," hosted by Dr. Eigar and Dr. Zielinski. During the session, participants delved into the critical aspect of the...

Navigating Residency Application Red Flags & Enhancing Your Reapplication Strategy

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Navigating Residency Application Red Flags & Enhancing Your Reapplication Strategy" opening slide introducing the speakers.

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Elite Medical Prep recently held a roundtable event on residency applications. The event featured Dr. James Boothe from Johns Hopkins Department of Medicine and Dr. Sarah Godfrey, a fellow in Cardiology and Palliative Care at UT Southwestern. During the session, Dr. Boothe and Dr. Godfrey focused on residency application red...

Obtaining a Residency Letter of Recommendation

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Obtaining a Residency Letter of Recommendation" opening slide introducing the speaker.

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We are thrilled to bring you another invaluable recorded session from Elite Medical Prep's Residency Roundtable series. This session, titled "Obtaining Letters of Recommendation," is hosted by the esteemed Dr. Emily Zelinski. In this session, Dr. Emily Zelinski will guide you through essential strategies for securing strong Residency Letters of...

Using the UWSA Practice Tests After New NBME Releases

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A medical school students filling in a multiple choice exam bubble sheet while taking a UWSA practice test.

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This blog was originally posted on February 25, 2019, and edited on August 8th 2023. For more recent relevant blogs you may be interested in:   Best Ways to Use NBME Practice Exams to Prepare for the Real Thing NBME 25- NBME 30: Which is the Best Predictor for Passing...

USMLE vs MCAT

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A student taking a standardized exam such as USMLE and MCAT.

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There are a lot of exams that stand between med students and the title “Doctor.” These tests may seem daunting, but with the right preparation and MCAT study schedule, you can conquer these obstacles to get the USMLE or MCAT score you want. The key to preparing for exams like...

Applying to US Residency as an IMG

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Elite Medical Prep's residency roundtable event "Applying to US Residency as an IMG" opening slide introducing the speakers.

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Announcement: Join us for Elite Medical Prep's Residency Roundtable Session on "Applying to US Residency as an IMG"   Greetings, aspiring medical professionals! We are thrilled to announce an informative recorded session hosted by Elite Medical Prep, dedicated to helping International Medical Graduates (IMGs) navigate the intricacies of applying for...

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