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Dual MD-PhD Program, Lifestyle, MD+PhD, Med School · September 11, 2021

35 Best Gifts for Medical Students and Health Care Professionals

A gift guide for medical students and professionals, written by a medical student. Having received gifts as a medical student, as well as shopped around for my fellow classmates, I've created the ultimate gift guide for medical students and professionals that will surely bring smiles to their ...

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Dual MD-PhD Program, MD+PhD, Med School · September 9, 2021

MD, DO, and MD-PhD application: timeline and essential strategies

In this article, I will share the medical school application timeline when applying to MD, DO, and MD-PhD applications. Having been an applicant myself, and now, coaching many students through the process, I will share important tips and strategies when applying to medical school.  It’s ...

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Dual MD-PhD Program, MD+PhD · September 7, 2021

How to prepare for MD-PhD interviews: tips and strategies

The students I work with often ask me how to prepare for MDPhD interviews. Having gone through the interviewing process and worked with countless students on preparing for interviews, here are my tips and strategies to ace them. What to Expect on Interview Day I remember how nerve-racking ...

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Dual MD-PhD Program, MD+PhD · September 4, 2021

MD-PhD Program: What is it and is right for me?

As an MD-PhD trainee, I will share insights on what an MD-PhD program is and my own perspective as someone going through the training. As an application coach, I also meet with college, post-baccalaureate, and master's students to discuss if the program is the right fit for them. This article also ...

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Lifestyle, New York City, Things to Do · August 31, 2021

10 Perks of Living in New York City

Having lived in NYC as a student for the past four years, I have come to deeply appreciate the perks of living and studying in this city that never sleeps. These are things that I never thought of when I was deliberating on where to pursue my schooling four years ago. Here are my 8 perks of living ...

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About Me

Hi, I'm JJ! I’m an MD-PhD candidate in New York City. I share tips and strategies on navigating the medical and graduate journey while maintaining a work-life balance. Having been Yelp Elite for 4+ years and Atmosfy Food concierge, I’m also excited to share my curation of delicious dining experiences and memorable activities with you. Whether you are looking for advice about MD/PhD programs or seeking the best burger the city, I hope that you find something helpful in my blog.

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