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Dr. Andy Veras is currently a PGY2  in an Internal Medicine Residency.  A thoughtful, outgoing individual with a great sense of humor and an amazing medical journey.  Originally from the Dominican Republic, he has worked his way up to become one of the best residents at his institution. Join Jordan and Dr. Veras as they discuss his road from international medical student to intern, break down his first year as a doctor including responsibilities, expectations and  workflow, and his goals moving into his second year of residency. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

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CC Thundaaa is back in this week's latest episode. CC talks about her very unique personal statement and spills the secret in standing out to the board when going through the match program. Her loyal sidekick, Caribbean Cooper, can be found at all times by her side so we naturally have to talk all things doggos.  

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

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Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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This episode was made to help you narrow down the perfect residency program!  Tips from what to wear, how to conduct your interviews and how to pick the perfect program for you. Zeus & CC have applied this year and have a plethora of knowledge that will help anyone deciding to MATCH in the future. Come, Enjoy and potentially even learn the tricks that will land you the residency that you deserve. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

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Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Wally Bakun M.D. is back baby! Wally goes through all the details of the application process and top advise for that journey, as well as how to rank your programs and how certain programs are notorious for lying to candidates. Wally is also finishing his fourth year up with a rotation in the ER and how COVID is affecting the medical world.

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Wally Bakun M.D. joins us this week for the first episode of a two-part special. Jordan and Wally were roommates at St. George's Medical School in Grenada and have continued their friendship to New Jersey where Wally also grew up. Join the two as they discuss Sub-I's in Internal Medicine and knowing your place in the operating room as well as your role in the hospital in as a whole. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

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Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Kunal Aggarwal M.D. is back for round two! We wanted to casually talk about cases we both have participated in as well as Kunal's lack in music taste. We also discuss about how normal everyday hobbies and interests can be emphasized for strengths on applications and how important it is promote yourself during the interview process.

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Kunal Aggarwal M.D. is Jordan's first friend from Saint George's Medical School. Kunal is currently in the match application process now. Join the two of them while they discuss the application process, current events, future plans, and wild rotation stories. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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This week's episode gives you a quick update on where Jordan stands during his dedicated STEP 2 period and how it's going for him. There have also been new COVID regulations that we want to briefly mention as well as a funny story Jordan was involved in with one of the doctors he used to work with. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Mary Bess is back for another STEP Special episode. Jordan spills his secrets on what he does in order to not lose his mind during this dedicated funk. As you start to study for these milestone tests, you hit a wall and begin to burnout and almost hate medicine and your career choice. We can relate. We are here to help! Click play now!

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Another STEP 2 episode for you all to relate to. The grind to study and prepare for this test is real, and you're not alone. Jordan is not a good standardize test taker and with the heightened pressure of this challenge alone can cause some real stress. Jordan is a couple of hard weeks in his dedicated period and has learned just how annoying small distractions can be, thank you Mary Bess. If you're reading this or listening to this episode during your dedicated period, thank you but, KEEP GRINDING!

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for $25 off your purchase.

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