Illnesses/Conditions
skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells
Acne
A professional that cares for patients at the scene of an incident and while taking patients by ambulance to a hospital. (HINT: You can get certified here at the university)
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)
trained medical doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions that affect your nervous system and perform surgery.
Neurosurgeon
Premed students should major in biology or another science if they want to get into medical school? True or False
False
How many times can you take the MCAT in your whole lifetime?
7 times during your lifetime
disease in which some of the body's cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body
Cancer
They treat and diagnose conditions using conventional medical tools like x-rays, prescription drugs, and surgery. Allopathic approach.
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
specialist who studies and treats diseases and conditions of the cardiovascular system.
Cardiologist
This letter describes a person's qualifications and skills as they relate to employment or education
Recommendation Letter
How long does the MCAT last, including breaks?
7.5 hours. Each of the four MCAT sections takes 90-95 minutes to complete, and each section is broken up by an optional break between 10 and 30 minutes long.
chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy
(Hint: your body doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use it as well as it should)
Diabetes
These professionals work alongside doctors when it comes to treatment plans and exams, administering medications, and monitoring patient recovery. (HINT: There is a shortage)
Nurses
specialist that treat skin conditions.
Dermatologist
standardized, multiple-choice, computer-based test that has been a part of the medical school admissions process for more than 90 years
Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
How much is the MCAT registration?
$330
is an ongoing, also called chronic, condition. It's caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, also called HIV.
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
they diagnose, treat, and care for patients and prescribe medicines, but can't perform surgeries. (Hint: similar to MD, but don't need to go to medical school)
Physician Assistant (PA)
specialist who helps with problems that affect your feet or lower legs
Podiatrist
essay that helps a school understand the values, skills, interests, and qualities you bring to that campus and community.
Personal Statement
What are the four sections of the MCAT?
Disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues.
Fibromyalgia
similar to MD, undergoes training of manual manipulation of the musculoskeletal system
Doctor of Osteopathic medicine
highly trained healthcare providers who specialize in diseases of the blood and blood components
Hematologist
Through what organization/system do students complete their primary application. (MD programs' primary application)
What is the average MCAT score for all test-takers?(you can estimate)
501.3 (2023-2024)