Mar 28, 2021Research Opportunities for Undergraduate Medical StudentsRobust undergraduate medical education comprises three foundational pillars: Clinical training, Didactics, and Research. The large diversity of patient populations and diseases in India ensures that the students have adequate clinical exposure to common and rare disease pathologies. Additionally, the daily lectures by the faculty ensure the delivery of vital concepts…Research4 min read
Sep 24, 2020IMPLICATIONS OF USMLE STEP 1 GETTING PASS/FAILBy now, almost everyone in the medical fraternity has heard, discussed, and possibly argued about the major collective decision by the NBME and FSMB that affected the entire medical community: The Decision to change the numeric three-digit scores of USMLE Step 1 Result to a Pass/Fail format, which was announced…Usmle4 min read
Sep 22, 2020Things to Keep in Mind When Considering a Residency in the United StatesSo, you are an International Medical Student/Graduate who decided to pursue your Residency in the United States or if you are still unsure about the entire process and weighing your options between USMLE vs. …Usmle3 min read
Sep 22, 2020Expenses involved in the USMLE journey to the US ResidencyBeing a physician and practicing in the USA is a dream of multiple medical students across the globe. However, the financial aspects of the application process can seem daunting to some. Today, I break down the entire application process cost for an International Medical Graduate (IMG), according to the ECFMG…Usmle2 min read
May 5, 2020Pandemic Paranoia and the Medical StudentsDr. Mili Rohilla Let’s face it. This COVID-19 Pandemic is affecting all of us, in subtle or not-so-subtle ways. The difference is some of us are being overt about our feelings, while the rest choose to remain covert about them. Medical students at large are getting affected in multiple ways…Pandemic3 min read
Apr 26, 2020Traits of Highly Efficient PeopleTraits of Highly Efficient People It’s tempting to look at highly productive people as machines (or wizards). But by studying how they work efficiently and overcome the challenges we all experience, it’s possible to boost your own productivity as well. How do the most efficient people overcome challenges like: Procrastinating on tasks — both small…Productivity8 min read
Apr 22, 2020Ten things holding you back from Achieving the Epitome of Personal GrowthLife is plentiful and amazing, yet most people never open their eyes to the beauty around us, because they’re too busy building their own cages of misery. Luxury is about living life in a way that you make the most of this incredible chance you’ve been given and the world…Self Improvement7 min read
Apr 15, 2020Productivity Hacks during Quarantine!How to Make the most of your time at home during the Pandemic? I know being stuck at home for weeks at end may be daunting for some of you, but while we’re here, let’s be super productive and utilize all the free time to our advantage to come out as an entirely new person at the end of the quarantine period. …Productivity4 min read
Apr 15, 2020Managing your Mental Health during the QuarantineHow to manage your mental health during the Pandemic? 1. Manage your expectations The suggestion that periods of quarantine might bring unprecedented productivity implies we should raise the bar, rather than lower it. Do not underestimate the cognitive and emotional load that this pandemic brings, or the impact it will have on your productivity, at least in the short term. Difficulty concentrating, low…Quarantine4 min read
Apr 15, 2020Is the COVID-19 Pandemic a valid enough reason to reconcile with your ex?Let’s face it. This COVID-19 Pandemic is affecting all of us, in subtle or not-so-subtle ways. The difference is some people are being overt about their feelings, while the rest choose to remain covert about them. …Covid 192 min read
