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Abstract: Have recent technologies changed the way premed applicants have prepared for the MCAT? Common ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Published December 4, 2025
Abstract: Dr. Varnel Antoine, the 2025 Advisor of the Year (Private Institution), talks about his ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated December 3, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: A September 2025 federal ruling in Palmer et al. v. Bonta et al. upheld ... Read more
Laura Turner
Updated November 12, 2025 by Laura Turner
Abstract: This article presents an American student’s firsthand account of pursuing medical school in Spain. ... Read more
Cali Pastor
Published October 30, 2025
Abstract: The Physicians for Human Rights Student Advisory Board (PHR SAB) is a national network ... Read more
Michael Albdewi and Nandini Sharma
Updated October 27, 2025 by Michael Albdewi and Nandini Sharma
Abstract: Professionalism matters during the application process. This article presents situations where applicants can reaffirm ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Dr. Jessie Voit, the 2025 HPSA Advisor of the Year (Public University) and a ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Graham Greer, the 2025 Health Professional Student Association Graduate Student Advisor of the Year, ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Faculty serve three to four year terms on admissions committees, so they can vary ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Abstract: Undergraduate college ranking plays only a minor role in medical school admissions. GPA and ... Read more
Lee Burnett
Updated October 27, 2025 by Lee Burnett
Medical SchoolNewsResidency and The Match
The U.S. has maintained a surplus of residency positions for MD and DO graduates from 2010 to 2025, ensuring sufficient training slots despite specialty-specific challenges.
Lee Burnett
Updated October 27, 2025 by Lee Burnett
Abstract: The Medical Students with Disability and Chronic Illness (MSDCI) organization provides essential support for ... Read more
Kelsey Auman, MPH
Updated October 27, 2025 by Kelsey Auman, MPH
Abstract: Crafting your application with intention is the first step toward a successful and authentic ... Read more
Autumn Lockett
Updated September 3, 2025 by Autumn Lockett
As thousands of aspiring health professional students seek credible advice about crafting their best possible ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated July 23, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Have you ever been asked, “How would you describe yourself?” or, “What unique personality traits ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated July 16, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
A sweeping new federal budget bill, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” became law on ... Read more
SDN Staff
Updated August 11, 2025 by SDN Staff
In the digital age of medical education, cadaver labs may seem like an outdated tradition. ... Read more
Samantha De Filippis, MD
Updated July 4, 2025 by Samantha De Filippis, MD
Prehealth applicants worry about the importance of a research experience in the application process. Research ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated September 24, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Applicants have many assumptions about how health professions admissions processes work. While the community of ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated June 25, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
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