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Transition From Undergrad To Medical School: What To Know

All prospective medical students are curious to know what the transition is like from undergrad to medical school. In this blog, we take a look at the differences between the two educational experiences and provide some tips on how to make the transition smoother.

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How To Choose A Medical Specialty

When applying to medical school you may think about what medical specialty you want to pursue. In this blog RUSM details how to find the right specialty for you!

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Overview of Medical School Curriculum

In this blog, RUSM gives an overview of each year of medical school and a general overview of the subjects and courses that are covered. Read on to learn more about what each year of med school at RUSM entails!

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Tips For Med School Clinical Experience

Clinical rotations are one of the most exciting periods of your medical education experience. RUSM offers tips on how to transition into this phase with confidence and ace your clinical experience!

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Residency Interview Tips

One stage that many students fear is the interview process. How should you prepare for a residency interview, and what steps can you take to ensure you present yourself in the best possible light? The following will walk you through key residency interview tips so that you can walk through the door with confidence.

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Global Health Issues, Challenges and Trends

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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What Kind of Doctor Should I Be?

You’ve made the decision to go to medical school. But now you might be asking yourself these big questions: “What kind of doctor should I be? What medical specialty should I choose?” With 135 medical specialties and subspecialties out there, choosing the right one can be daunting. This guide will walk you through some common medical specialties to help you decide which medical profession might suit you best.

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What To Expect Your First Week At a Caribbean Medical School

For many incoming students, the period between getting accepted into med school and starting your first semester can seem endless. You’ve read plenty about the school you’re planning to attend and its curriculum, but there are still some looming questions: what will your first week at a Caribbean medical school be like? What to expect at a Caribbean medical school as a new student?

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How Are Caribbean Medical Schools Accredited?

Students who want to attend a Caribbean medical school—and practice medicine in the United States or Canada may be wondering: are medical schools in the Caribbean accredited, and if so how are Caribbean medical schools accredited?