Medical Student Resources & Information
When Studying Alone Is Just Not Enough
Maida Kourounlian is aiming to attend medical school and shares her passion for medical science with you.
Useful Websites
1.PubMed is the number one source for medical and healthcare research
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
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2.Clinicaltrials.gov is the largest clinical trials registry.
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3.MedlinePlus is the health information website from the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Find guidance you can trust about medical conditions, treatments, testing, medications, and more.
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4.The National Institutes of Health website is a good place to start for reliable health information.
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RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS TO LEARN ABOUT ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO GET INTO UNIVERSITY
for US UNIVERSITIES
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UCAS is the central application service for undergraduate courses in the UK, including medicine. It provides detailed information on the application process, deadlines, entry requirements, and the personal statement. FOR UK UNIVERSITIES
https://www.themedicportal.com/
The Medic Portal. This website offers a wealth of resources for aspiring medical students, including advice on the UCAS application, medical school interviews, and admissions tests like the UCAT and BMAT. It also provides courses and webinars to help with preparation. FOR UK UNIVERSITIES
https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk
The Student Room is a popular forum where students discuss various aspects of the medical school application process. You can find advice from current medical students, learn about different medical schools, and share experiences with peers. FOR UK UNIVERSITIES
https://www.whatdotheyknow.com
WhatDoTheyKnow. This website allows users to make Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to UK medical schools. Applicants often use it to request data on admissions statistics, including interview and offer rates. FOR UK UNIVERSITIES
The Common App is a centralized college application platform used by over 900 colleges and universities in the United States and abroad. It allows students to apply to multiple schools with one application, making the process more efficient. FOR USA UNIVERSITIES
Cappex offers tools for searching colleges, comparing schools, and finding scholarships. It also provides insights into admissions requirements and student reviews of colleges. FOR USA UNIVERSITIES
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL
Do No Harm by Henry Marsh
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When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
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This Is Going To Hurt by Adam Kay
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The Patient Will See You Now by Eric Topol
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War Doctor by David Nott
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Bad Science by Ben Goldacre
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The House of God by Samuel Shem