On our most recent episode of Med School Minutes, we had the distinct pleasure of speaking with famed Olympian, Kelly Hurley as she makes the transition to life at Saint James School of Medicine on the beautiful island of Anguilla. We should start by saying Kelly is a 4-time All-American athlete who has competed in […]
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In our recent episode of the Med School Minutes podcast, supported by the Saint James School of Medicine, we had the fantastic opportunity to sit down with four current MD students. Our goal was to dive in and find out what life is like on the beautiful island of St. Vincent and why it is […]
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In our most recent Med School Minutes Podcast, we welcomed Dr. Drake to talk about catching the love bug while studying towards your medical degree. Dr. Drake comes from a family medicine practice in Northwestern Ontario, Canada. Her clinic covers pretty much everything you can imagine, from emergency care to working with an indigenous […]
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Medical school is one of the more challenging pursuits that anyone can undertake in their educational development. Between clinicals and the amount of studying required for exams, it always feels like there is little time for any other pursuits. However, integrating extracurricular activities is critical to your development as a student and medical professional. […]
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Being a medical student is more than memorizing procedures and preparing for the next round of tests in medical studies. It is also about experiencing the culture and local history of the island you live on. That is why the Med School Minutes podcast recently sat down with Dr. Jose Ramirez, the Assistant Clinical Dean […]
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While studying on the islands is a fantastic opportunity for students, it is not uncommon to miss certain aspects of home, especially the food. With a new location comes new situations for personal growth in terms of the your taste pallet. Both Anguilla and St. Vincent have much to offer in terms of restaurants and […]
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Residency interviews are going to be a very important part of your life as a medical student. You have to prepare for it in the best way that you can. On top of being ready with the answers that you need to give during the interview, what you will be wearing is also crucial. […]
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While a strong academic showing will certainly play a large role in the clinical and residency application process, it’s your extracurricular experiences that will really set you apart from the pack. SJSM encourages every student to volunteer throughout the community and participate in events that will enrich your skill set. But you might […]
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One of the top questions we’re asked from prospective students is, “What is it like to go to a school in the Caribbean?” Of course, you can do research on the internet about the differences between life in the US and the Caribbean, but SJSM alum Joyce Cheng, MD has even better advice, “Go […]
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With the critical nature and sheer volume of information students learn in medical school, not to mention the pressure of being in medical school, it is imperative that you develop a set of tools to help you stay on top of your studies and at the top of your game. 1. Identify how […]
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