Beyond training and decision-making, AI is poised to shake up the economics of the medical profession – an area many prefer not to think about. Medicine has long been relatively protected from automation. The diagnostic reasoning and complex interpersonal skills of physicians were considered irreplaceably human, which helped justify the intensive training and high salaries doctors command. In economic terms, physicians have been both scarce and valuable because what they do i

TL;DR: Becoming a doctor in the U.S. is expensive in more ways than one. Medical school tuition and fees alone typically run from around $40,000 to $75,000 per year (public vs. private) and the median four-year cost of attendance is about $286k (public) to $391k (private). But that’s just the beginning – **most students finance these costs with loans, leading to debt often well over $200k by graduation. If you include those who had undergrad loans or who accrue interest durin

What do outcomes data say? The truth is, robust evidence directly comparing solo CRNA care to anesthesiologist care is not abundant – mainly because anesthesia care in the U.S. is very safe across the board, making differences hard to detect without huge sample sizes. That said, physician advocates highlight research that questions the supposed equivalence of CRNA care in certain contexts. For example, studies of “opt-out” states have found no improvement in access to surgica

Medical students in the U.S. face an overwhelming volume of facts – it can feel like drinking from a firehose. Success on high-stakes exams like USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 3 (and COMLEX for DO students) requires not just learning but retaining vast amounts of detail. That’s where spaced repetition comes in. In this article, we’ll explore the best spaced-repetition platforms for medical school, including popular flashcard apps and question banks, plus recommend high-yield f

Ultimately, the nation must decide how much it values the next generation of healers. Will we make becoming a doctor an attainable goal for the bright student with humble origins and a passion for service? Or will we inadvertently make the white coat a privilege reserved mainly for the wealthy? The Big Beautiful Bill Act has sketched one vision of that future – a harsher, leaner vision. It will be up to future lawmakers, medical leaders, and society to shape a better one, whe

Are you a pre-med student wondering which job will wow medical school admissions committees? Should you spend your weekends volunteering at a hospital, or would a paid clinical job boost your application more? How many hours of experience do you really need, and what do admissions officers expect to see on your resume?  These are crucial questions every aspiring doctor asks. Medical school admission is fiercely competitive, and the experiences you gain before applying can

If you ask a dozen medical students how they study, you’ll get a dozen different answers. Sure, everyone knows about active recall and spaced repetition – but how do students really put those into practice day-to-day? This article pulls back the curtain on how U.S. med students actually study, grounded in firsthand accounts from Reddit, Student Doctor Network, and other forums. We’ll start with my own study method, then explore a variety of strategies that thrive in both pre-

I remember sitting alone at home during my first year of medical school, trying to study for an upcoming exam. I hadn’t slept the night before—something that had become all too common—and the sleep deprivation was compounding my long-standing mental health struggles. My mind felt sluggish. No matter how many hours I spent with my notes, I couldn’t retain information. The stress mounted. I began slipping in classes, and with every poor quiz grade, my self-worth plummeted furth

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” carries big implications for how future doctors finance their education and repay loans. It’s a developing story that all medical students should watch. The good news: even in the new proposed system, there are protections against runaway debt and options to make payments manageable (interest subsidies, income-based caps, etc.). The challenge: students may need to be more resourceful with funding and patient with longer repayment horizons.

When it comes to preparing for medical school, one of the most persistent myths is that you have to major in biology or another science to be a competitive applicant. While it’s true that many premed students lean toward science-heavy degrees, the truth is much more flexible—and, in some cases, more empowering than you'd think.

Looking back, I wish someone had warned me about the GPA risk of science-heavy majors. Many upper-level science courses are graded harshly, have demanding lab components, and are packed with premeds vying for As. For someone like me — who wasn’t always the best at showing up to early classes or grinding through long lab reports — that added difficulty led to a few Bs that lowered my GPA just enough to make me a less competitive applicant.

The United States is grappling with a significant physician shortage in 2025, a challenge that will profoundly shape the experiences of today’s premeds, medical students, and early-career doctors. Recent data paint a sobering picture: the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) projects a shortfall of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036 under current trends aamc.org. This gap is especially acute in primary care, where demand for services far outstrips supply.

Academics: Continue prerequisites (e.g. Chemistry II, Biology II or Physics I). Consider a math course (calculus or statistics) and a writing-intensive humanities elective – many schools expect calculus/statistics and English. Seek research opportunities: email biology/chemistry professors about assisting in a lab. Even entry-level lab work (e.g. charting, data entry) counts.

Writing your medical school personal statement can feel like one of the most important and nerve-wracking steps in the entire application process. As a current medical student who just went through this myself, I want to help guide you through every stage. This is the ultimate 2025 guide on how to write a medical school personal statement, filled with real-world tips, relatable advice, and everything I wish I knew when I was in your shoes. By the end, you’ll feel ready, clear

This guide covers 19 key sections (from pre-med basics to FAQs) with step-by-step actions, examples, and expert citations to help you optimize every part of your application for MD or DO programs in the U.S.

As one review notes, around 70% of high-achievers report feeling like imposters at some point pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. In other words, many of your classmates and even professors have had these doubts. This article explores what imposter syndrome is, why med school tends to fuel it, and – most importantly – how you can cope using evidence-based strategies.

Dating anyone has its share of challenges, but loving a doctor or future doctor brings a unique mix of rewards and stresses. Doctors-in-training and physicians juggle life-and-death responsibility with long hours, demanding education, and sometimes unpredictable schedules. Whether you’re dating a medical student cramming for boards, a resident working 24-hour shifts, or an attending physician on call at odd hours, the realities can be surprisingly stark.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare – from diagnostic imaging and predictive analytics to voice‑controlled clinical documentation. Yet the consensus among experts is that AI will augment rather than replace physicians in most fields.

Why are so many doctors burned out and disenfranchised? The answers lie in a mix of workplace pressures and personal factors. Broadly, physicians cite excessive stress and workload (burnout), crushing administrative/EHR burdens, financial pressures, dwindling professional autonomy, and poor work-life balance. Below we break down each factor, citing surveys and expert commentary, before exploring counterpoints, pros/cons, and an overall “justification score” for leaving medici

H.R. 6951 mixes new student aid (more Pell) with stricter borrowing limits and institutional accountability​. The House Education & Workforce Committee reported the bill in November 2024 (H.Rept. 118-739)​, but it has not passed the House as of April 2025. Its fate will depend on legislative priorities, with Republicans championing it as a cost-cutting measure and Democrats criticizing cuts to aid.