This post was written to advocate for the modification of certain clinical medical exams where the chances of a medical student passing are largely dependent on a single examiner. Such exams are not the true test of clinical knowledge and should be modified. All the characters and scenarios used in this post are fictional and … Read more
Videos are arguably one of the best teaching methods for medical students. During my 2nd year in medical school, up to half of my classmates already had a list of their best YouTube channels for medical students that helped them in learning new concepts faster. But then, I was different. I have always believed that … Read more
Can doctors have tattoos? I bumped into this question when I was scrolling through a space on Quora some days ago from a medic; In fact, he already had a tattoo on his forearm and was worried if his medical career is over. Although this topic can be controversial depending on your culture and belief, … Read more
Not more than a year has passed since I wrote the 3rd MBBS exam, but the memories of the 2nd MBBS are still fresher to recall for me. It is just as though I finished the 2nd MBBS exam yesterday, but there is not much to talk about the 3rd MBBS. And very soon I … Read more
2nd MBBS exam in Nigeria is one of the most dreaded exams in medical school. This post is based on my medical school experience, and I outlined a strategy I used to prepare for the exam 6 months to the exam week. 2nd MBBS is the first professional exam medical students take in their careers, … Read more
One of the initial struggles in medical school is finding the best learning strategies for medical students. Truth be told, there is no single best strategy on how to study as a medical student. However, looking at recent scientific studies, you can easily find a link between high performance in medical school and certain approaches … Read more
Being a first year medical student comes with lots of hassles that when not handled adequately, could mess up your whole years of medical school. I vividly remember my first day as a medical student. You know that feeling of finally getting admission to study the course of your dream. I was full of motivation … Read more
There are lots of considerations to make before applying to a medical school in Nigeria. While the location of the medical school, admission requirements, infrastructure, and current accreditation status are important, one of the very first things a medical school aspirant looks out for before filling out an application form is the cost of studying … Read more
So you have completed your preclinical years, and have aced your first professional exam in medical school? Congratulations! At least you have crossed the “rate-limiting step” for medical students as it is called. And now you are headed for your last few years in medical school which comprises mainly of the clinical rotations for medical … Read more
Every year, new batches of medical students and residents are required to present a professional photograph. This is either for the application process in which case it is called a medical school application headshot or a medical residency headshot. Or it could be for other purposes like course registration, and exam registration (green book) in … Read more
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Studying medicine requires that you need constant motivation, study guides, and tips from other medical students who must have passed through your level in medical school. This is the reason behind most medical student blogs you see on the net today. And in this post, you will be finding out which website is best for … Read more
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By reading this post till the end, you will have a bird’s eye view of the nature of medical schools in Nigeria, how to get admission to study medicine in Nigeria, and the nature of MBBS programs in Nigeria. Medicine and surgery is the most sought-after health-related course in all Nigerian universities with over 400, … Read more
“After getting sick countless times, I finally coped with the ‘stressful stress’ as tagged by my friends and I cultivated the habit of waking up earlier and burning the midnight candle” At the end of reading this article, you will; Have experience of how medical student life is Meaning of medical student syndrome Meaning of … Read more
Medical School is a rigorous undertaking in Nigeria. With so many schools to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is best for you and your guardians or sponsors. So how do you know the best medical school in Nigeria to apply for? In this article, we will cover the major factors … Read more
Aspiring medical students are usually choked up with tons of information on how to get into medical school. This is usually because of the highly rigorous medical school admission requirements. So it is just natural for medical school aspirants to look for any information that will help them easily pass through this rigorous admission process … Read more
Doctors are heroes that society often fails to duly appreciate. Their true worth is mainly recognized in rare cases where their services are needed the most like during global pandemics, emergencies, strikes, wars, and other scenarios that reduce the gap between life and death. Every doctor was once a medical student. And the virtues which … Read more
Medicine and Surgery is one of the most recognized courses one can study in Nigerian Universities. The course is highly rated if not over-rated by many students. In fact, it is one of the dream courses for many young high school graduates. There are myths about medical school which need to be cleared, in order … Read more
Study to show yourself approved Holy Bible A lot of medical students are constantly searching online for the best tips for studying anatomy in medical school. And with a pure desire to help out, I am inspired to write this content to help make the experience of such students easier. Meanwhile, I am in my … Read more
Medical school is intense, and it prepares you for a variety of careers. Students enter medical school with different strengths and weaknesses, personality types, and interests. And after the training in medical school, there are many medical and surgical specialties to choose from. This particular post covers the specialties of medicine. Another post on this … Read more
