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The Ohio State University College of Medicine positions itself as an evolving, innovative, and collaborative leader – uniting education, research, and care to transform health while cultivating compassionate leaders and a culture of inclusivity. In addition to traditional four-year MD programs, The Ohio State College of Medicine offers several MD-granting program options, an accelerated three-year …

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In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Accepted Admissions Consultant Alicia Nimonkar, an expert writing coach with a background in composition and rhetoric, to unpack one of the most important – and often most intimidating – parts of the medical school application: the personal statement. Alicia explains how …

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The Wake Forest University School of Medicine in North Carolina offers three collaborative learning campuses: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Wake Forest Innovation Quarter, and the Clarkson Campus. As the academic core of Atrium Health, Wake Forest is one of the nation’s most selective MD programs. It prepares future healthcare leaders through innovative education, patient-centered …

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Founded in 2021, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) prepares physicians to serve rural and underserved communities through a whole health approach that integrates care from the physical, behavioral, spiritual, and socioeconomic perspectives. With guidance from wellness coaches, students practice self-care, collaboration, and patient empowerment while embracing values of empathy, humanism, and community …

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Founded in 1891, Washington University School of Medicine (WashU Medicine) is a top-ranked leader in research, education, and patient care. With world-renowned faculty, groundbreaking research (ranked number two in the nation for research funding from the National Institutes of Health in 2024), and nationally recognized clinical programs, WashU Medicine drives bold discoveries that transform health …

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In 1811, Brown University was the third university in the nation to offer medical education. Although the medical school closed 16 years later, it was relaunched in 1972 and is known today as The Warren Alpert Medical School.  With a commitment to compassion, equity, and social responsibility, the school cultivates diverse physician leaders who transform …

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Immersed in the tech-rich culture of Silicon Valley, the Stanford School of Medicine is a beacon for innovation in medicine. For applicants interested in tackling complex biomedical challenges, the Bio-X program offers interdisciplinary collaboration between medicine, engineering, and computer science. Students are afforded access to world-renowned research facilities such as the Lokey Stem Cell Research …

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Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine stands out for several distinctive features that reflect its Jesuit values, commitment to social justice, innovative programs, and holistic medical education. Located in Maywood, Illinois, just west of downtown Chicago, Stritch is one of the premier Catholic medical schools in the United States. With a cornerstone curricular piece …

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In this inspiring episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Tracy Kedian, professor of family medicine and associate dean of admissions at UMass Chan Medical School. Together, they explore how UMass Chan fosters not only academic excellence but also personal growth, leadership, and wellness among its medical students. Dr. …

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The Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine (MCASOM) is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s top medical schools for research and innovation, with campuses in Rochester, Minnesota; Scottsdale/Phoenix, Arizona; and Jacksonville, Florida. Its curriculum blends world-class patient care, groundbreaking biomedical research, and global health opportunities with a strong emphasis on mentorship and student wellness. …

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Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota (UMN) Medical School has spent more than 135 years advancing medicine through education, research, and patient-centered care. With campuses in Duluth, St. Cloud, and the Twin Cities, the school offers students access to diverse clinical opportunities across urban and rural settings. Its MD curriculum emphasizes active learning, early …

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In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Kevin Schulman, professor of medicine at Stanford University and faculty director of the Master of Science in Clinical Informatics Management (MCiM) program. Together, they explore how Stanford’s innovative MCiM degree is preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders at the …

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