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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.

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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This blog was originally published on August 22nd, 2025 and has been updated by Elite Medical Prep in January, 2026. Elite Medical Prep recently hosted a roundtable event dedicated to the intricate aspects of residency program applications, providing participants with insights into the application cycle. The recorded session from this roundtable event is centered on the...

Residency Application Red Flags to Avoid

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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.

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...

Elite Medical Prep’s 1 Month MCAT Study Plan

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1-Month Study Planner preview image for MCAT by Elite Medical Prep

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Preparing for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) can be a daunting task, but with a well-structured MCAT study schedule and the determination to stick to it, you can maximize your chances of stellar performance on this crucial component of your medical school application. Be sure to enter your email...

Reliability of the New NBME Forms in Predicting USMLE Step 1 Score

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A medical student taking an NBME practice exam.

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On March 2nd, 2021, NBME is releasing its newest forms– 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30.

Tennessee Approves New Pathway for IMGs

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Two IMGs in a hospital working in the US after bypassing US residency.

As of May 2023, the governor of Tennessee signed a bill that will allow some international doctors to bypass the need for a residency in the US to practice unsupervised medicine in Tennessee if they have already completed one abroad. In this blog post, we will address some key questions...

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