Anatomy/Physiology textbook recommendations for an incoming med student
Hi all, I have been very fortunate to have been accepted to a med school (Iowa Carver, and have some more interviews coming). A lot of my current med students friends, my mom (former physician), and other advisors (also physicians) have recommended that I start looking over some anatomy or physiology textbooks so I don't get swamped when I enter next fall. Could current med students please give me any recommendations for textbooks or resources I could look into? Thank you! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 2, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: BlueRosesGoldLeaf Tags: Medical Students - MD Source Type: forums
How Helpful Is a Minor
I am currently a Physiology and Neurobiology major and considering a minor in Molecular Cell Biology. I will have 7/15 MCB credits when completing my major so I will need to take an additional 3 classes to get the remaining 8 credits. In order to do so, I would need to take 18-19 credits my last three semesters (About 12-14 credits will be upper level PNB/MCB courses). Will a minor make a significant impact on my dental school application? Past SDN post have said it does not at all, however...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 30, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: donny.you Tags: Pre-Dental Source Type: forums
Really struggling. :( (In general, but especially with passage-based questions)
I got sick end of last week and got a little off-schedule. So, I am working on week 1 of Nymeria's 100-day MCAT schedule. I started with CARS stuff apart from that schedule and that was going fine.
Neuroscience is "my jam" and I got an A in 400-level Neurobiology in school.
I didn't want to know the percentage, but I got nearly half of the passage-based questions wrong on TBR Biology (Physiology's) Nerve & Muscle questions. I did much better on the discrete questions, so I think it's the...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 28, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: kmf94 Tags: MCAT: Medical College Admissions Test Source Type: forums
Need advice! Applying 2026?
I am currently a junior in university and I want to apply for the next cycle (over the summer) for optometry school. I am feeling super uneasy right now and I need some advice...on everything. I don't know any other pre-optometry students at my school and my advisor is of no help. I will be as straight to the point as I can if anyone can lend their own opinion.
When should I complete my last few pre-requisites?
Spring 2021, I plan to take Orgo Chem II, Physics II, and Physiology...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 26, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: rosequartzserenity Tags: Pre-Optometry Source Type: forums
Help on course and institution selection please?
Hey everybody,
So, I'm strongly considering taking classes again and doing a DIY postbacc starting January of next year or sooner. I'm planning to work out in Southern California (most likely around LA and Orange County) by the end of the month most likely, and I'm wondering if any of you can suggest any institutions and classes out there in Southern California, while I do that please? I'm looking at courses that I could get a 3.7+ in ideally and considering anatomy and physiology along with...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 25, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tennis Guy Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
Bcpm classification help
Hi everyone, I’m on my last stretch of final semester in spring, and I’m taking some heavy course load so I wanted a fun easy elective that still counts for science gpa as a buffer.
These are the descriptions if anyone can let me know their thoughts if these count for science gpa? Thank you!
PLS3400C - Principles of plant science:
The course is designed to provide the student with basic knowledge of plant anatomy, genetics, physiology, soils, plant diseases and production practices of...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 18, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Lifeisamovie Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
NP to MD at 40 - advice?
I have a BSN, MSN, post-Master APRN. Could anyone chime in on which courses I *need* to take and the timeline for applying to med school? Here's what I have so far:
Currently re-taking College Algebra bc my original course was way back in 2003
Spring 2021 - Biology I, Trig Chem I
Summer 2021 - Biology II and Chem II
Fall 2021 - Physics I, Human Anatomy
Spring 2022 - OCHEM I, Physics II
Summer 2022 - OCHEM II, Human Physiology
Fall 2022 - Biochem, possibly stats or immunology
My Comp...
NP to MD at 40 - advice? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - November 10, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: RS5NP Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
Video Lecture Resources??
What's up guys! I am a first medical student at a DO with self directed studying. I have been using Costanzo for physiology but I honestly HATE reading that book. I am looking for a video lecture series for videos that covers materials to the same depth as costanzo. Not really looking for board review videos but more of like explanations and in depth so I can develop a good understanding before I study for boards. Side note, I also use boards and beyond for when I am reviewing the material a...
Video Lecture Resources?? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - October 27, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Jg4001 Tags: Medical Students - DO Source Type: forums
Should I take another semester of science courses and re-take 1yr of General Chemistry?
I graduated from college almost 2 years ago but I've been doing a DIY post-bacc among working and other things. I'm currently taking 3 courses this semester but in 8-week sessions. Anatomy & Physiology 1 (4 credits) just finished a few days ago and I got an A (4.0). Now I have Anatomy & Physiology 2 (4 credits) and Organic Chemistry 2 (4 credits). In undergrad, I got a C in General Chemistry 1 lecture (3 credits) and a B+ in the lab (1 credit). In General Chemistry 2 I got a C+ (4 credits)...
Should I take another semester of science courses and re-take 1yr of General Chemistry? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - October 24, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: chunkyfilms Tags: Pre-Medical - MD Source Type: forums
Best Strategies/Resources for NBME exams during M1 & M2
Hi everyone!
My school administers final exams that are customized NBME exams. We don't have faculty written exams so I was wondering the best way to optimize my results and what study strategies/resources are the best to utilize.
For reference, our curriculum is a two-pass curriculum in which the first year we cover all the organ systems in regards to normal physiology. During M2, we do a second pass of the organ systems focusing on pathology.
I really appreciate your advice in...
Best Strategies/Resources for NBME exams during M1&M2 (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - October 13, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: future_doctor_14 Tags: Medical Students - MD Source Type: forums
Class Question
Not really a WAMC post but I don’t know where to post this. So I’m doing a masters program and I need a little help finalizing a couple classes this semester. In my first semester I took physiology, cell bio, and topics in pharmacology. This semester I’m currently signed up for dental histology, biochemistry, and fundamentals of pharmacology. I feel like the teachers for the biochem class are being ridiculous and I don’t want to risk my gpa so I was thinking of switching up the biochem class...
Class Question (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - September 20, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: maybedentist Tags: Pre-Dental Source Type: forums
WAMC - Applying next cycle low gpa high mcat
PLEASE DO NOT QUOTE THIS MESSAGE
cGPA and sGPA: 3.38 cGPA and 3.4 sGPA , 3.8 Post Bacc gpa(2 years and half - 75 credits)
Took upper level sciences during DIY-Post Bacc mostly such as: microbiology, virology, immunology, physiology and etc.
MCAT: 1st attempt 508 522 (130/131/130/131) - Aug 2020
State of residence: PA
Ethnicity: Asian
Clinical experience (volunteer and non-volunteer)...
WAMC - Applying next cycle low gpa high mcat (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - September 9, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: OntheTrail Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
How does post bacc. work effect GPA?
I'm looking to possibly do post bacc. work with physiology or biomedical sciences, in which after completing the program in a year I will have a master's degree.
1. is this the same as graduate school? or a master's degree?
2. How does this effect undergraduate GPA? How is it weighted? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 18, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: jjgrnak Tags: Pre-Medical - DO Source Type: forums
do i have a chance at getting into a DO medical school this cycle? any advice?
gpa: 3.35
sgpa: 3.27
MCAT: 128/123/128/128 507
GPA trend:
3.43
3.51
2.79
3.34
post bacc: only took one semester worth - 9 units at uc berkeley extension: 4.0
--> immunology
--> medicinal microbiology
--> exercise physiology
I graduated in 7 years because I worked full time or part time throughout undergrad. I got married when I was 18 years old (huge mistake) and later got a divorce in undergrad. Also took a year off during...
do i have a chance at getting into a DO medical school this cycle? any advice? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 18, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Black Mamba Gene Tags: Pre-Medical - DO Source Type: forums
Volunteer EMS- Good Idea?
Hi everyone!
I've been thinking of different things that would give me great medical-related experience, and I decided that I want to volunteer at our school's fire department as an ems. I'm a little worried about how big of a commitment this will be on top of being involved in college athletics, and also how this will balance into my course load. I am taking o-chem 1 and anatomy & physiology this fall.
If anyone who has experience as a volunteer ems, or who has had to juggle around...
Volunteer EMS- Good Idea? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 13, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: 22743 Tags: Pre-Dental Source Type: forums
