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What Kind of Doctor Should I Be?

Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to go to medical school. But now you may be asking yourself some big questions: “What kind of doctor should I be?” “What medical specialty should I choose?”

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6 FAQs About Transferring to Medical School

Receiving an acceptance letter for a medical school program puts aspiring physicians one step closer to reaching their goal. Although students may plan to complete their medical studies at one school, life may have other plans. These plans may involve a student transferring to medical schools.

Thankfully, it is possible to transfer medical schools with careful planning and staying updated on the new school’s admission procedures.

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The Importance of Global Health

What is global health exactly? Global health focuses on the health needs of populations worldwide. It has both a medical and a policy dimension. If you were to define global health as a field of study, it draws on a variety of disciplines, from economics, environmental science, epidemiology, sociology, and many others.

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When are Med School Applications Due?

Becoming a doctor is a dream for many who aspire to help people by providing exceptional healthcare. The process of achieving this goal is rigorous and requires dedication, hard work, and time. One of the key factors in securing a spot in medical school is knowing when to apply.

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What is Match Day?

Each year, Match Day is an event that is anticipated with excitement and suspense. It’s on this momentous day — always held on the third Friday of March — that thousands of graduating medical students simultaneously discover where they will be training for their residencies and in what field of specialty.

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How Long is the MCAT?

Get answers to your questions about how long is the MCAT exam, MCAT time breakdown, scores, and other related information regarding the MCAT exam.

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Medical School Application Services

Learn all about applying to medical school through the American Medical College Application Service® (AMCAS®), the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS), and the Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service (TMDSAS).

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Steps to Becoming an ENT

Interested in becoming an ENT? In this blog, RUSM details how to become an ENT and the steps you can take to be successful!

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Steps to Becoming a Forensic Pathologist

Interested in becoming a Forensic Pathologist? In this blog, RUSM details Forensic Pathology and the steps you can take to become a Forensic Pathologist.