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Application Process II
Medical Trivia
100

What is the difference between a Physician and a Surgeon?

Physicians diagnose patients and treat medical conditions, while surgeons operate on patients to treat injuries and diseases.

100

List two examples of healthcare careers aside from doctor, dentist, nursing, and physician assistant. 

Occupational Therapist
Physical therapist
Pharmacist
Optometrist
Sonographer
Veterinarian

Speech & Language Therapist

Sports Medicine 

Dietitian

100

What is the name of the admissions test used by dental schools in the U.S.?

DAT (Dental Admission Test)


100

What does the AAMC stand for?

Association of American Medical Colleges



100

What type of blood cells fight infections and diseases?

White blood cells

200

What is the longest medical specialty residency?

Neurosurgery, 6-7 years

200

What is the difference between an RN and a BSN in nursing?

BSNs hold a bachelor's degree in nursing while RNs have an associate degree.

200

What is the average total GPA for MD applicants?

What is the average total GPA for MD matriculants?

MD Applicants: 3.64 

MD Matriculants: 3.77


Source: AAMC MSAR 2023-2024

200

What does AACOM stand for?

American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine



200

What is the most common blood type?

O+

300

What can you do with a degree in public health?

Epidemiologist

Public Health Analyst / Advisor

300

What exam must nurses take to become licensed in the U.S.?

NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination)

300

List five examples of certifications that pre-med students can participate in for clinical / direct patient care experience. 

EKG Technician

Medical Scribe

Emergency Medical Responder / Paramedic

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Phlebotomist

Patient Care Technician

300

List four components of the medical school application.

Personal Statement

Primary Application

Secondary Application

Letters of Recommendation

300

What is the process used to treat kidneys by removing excess water, solutes, and toxins called?

Dialysis

400

What degree is needed to become a Nurse Practitioner?

Master's or post-master's degree  


400

What is one difference between a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and a Physician's Assistant (PA)?


400

What is the average total GPA for DO applicants?

What is the average total GPA for DO matriculants?

DO Applicants: 3.55 

MD Matriculants: 3.61


Source: AACOM MSAR 2023-2024

400

List two examples of extracurriculars pre-meds can participate in. 

Research, leadership, community service, volunteering, clinical experience, job, hobbies/passion projects

400

Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive what?

Excessive sweating

500

What degree(s) is needed to become a physician-scientist and how long is it?

MD/PhD or DO/PhD (7-8 years)

500

What is the difference between an Internal Medicine doctor vs Family Medicine doctor?

Both family medicine and internal medicine are primary care specialties, but family physicians treat patients of all ages (birth to death) while internal medicine doctors treat adults (18 years or older)

500

How many DO schools are in the United States?

41

500

What does DO stand for?

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine





500

What is the name for the class of pain relievers that includes ibuprofen and naproxen?

NSAID's (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)

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