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Webinar: Getting Involved in Research – Practical Strategies for Medical Students
Watch Dr. Maria Ahmad and Dr. Hao-Hua Wu, two of the authors of Unlocking the Leader Within: A Medical Student’s Guide to Practical Leadership, share some helpful strategies for finding research opportunities, connecting with mentors, and contributing meaningfully to research teams. To help you get started, here are a few prompts you can consider while…
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UKMLA Exam Essentials for medical students
We are dedicated to helping you excel in the UK Medical Licensing Assessment with our tailored and trusted study resources. From books, digital tools and expert guidance, we’ve got you covered. Check out our resources to prepare for MLA success! What is the MLA? Dr. Phil Xiu, editor of Elsevier’s Crash Course book series and…
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How StudyFinder AI Helped Me Prep for the UKMLA
By Izzy Candir, Final-Year Medical Student When I started gearing up for the UKMLA this academic year, I thought just knowing the material would cut it. I buried myself in lecture slides, scribbled through all my notes, and tried to cram in every bit of content. The usual grind. But the moment I started tackling…
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Self-Care Planning for Health Students
When asked about their decision to enroll in a health sciences program, students will typically respond with motivations to ‘help others’ or ‘make a difference’. These motivations are carried into practice, and are a significant part of what health practitioners take pride in. However, self-care is essential for looking after ones own health and wellbeing.…
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Quick Guide to Mastering Foundational Sciences with Osmosis AI
Foundational sciences can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. Osmosis AI is designed to help you make sense of the most complex medical topics. Check out the Osmosis AI prompting tips and sample prompts below to help you break down foundational topics like anatomy into manageable study resources. Whether you’re reviewing content or prepping for exams, these tips help you stay focused, efficient, and confident in what matters the…
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Nurses Who Shaped the Future of Care
This May, we are celebrating our nurses and you, the aspiring nurses, shaping the future of healthcare. This is a time to celebrate your curiosity, resilience, and commitment to learning. Together, we recognize your growth as future leaders who will bring knowledge, innovation, and care to patients and communities worldwide. In honor of International Nurses…
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How to communicate AI-supported conclusions to patients, peers, and supervisors.
Written By Dr. Aisha Qayum | Follow Aisha on Instagram & Tiktok! It’s 9:30 am on a busy ward round. A patient looks at me and asks a simple question: “Doctor, how sure are you about this diagnosis?” I pause for a moment. I’ve reviewed their blood results, examined them, and thought through my differentials. But I’ve also used a digital tool that flagged a…
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Understanding Research in Nursing School
Nursing research is a powerful tool and plays a crucial role in improving everyday nursing practice. Carrying out and understanding research and asking questions about current practice can help us learn and update our knowledge to give better care. What is evidence-based practice? Evidence-based practice can be defined as the integration of the best research…
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How StudyFinder AI Became My Study Buddy in Med School
Written by: Nadya Affendy, Medical Student Have you ever been told to ‘study smart, not hard?’. I used to think I was an anomaly and could solely study hard without fail, but student life quickly got in the way – placements, long commutes, cooking, and trying to have a social life. I just felt incredibly…
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Using AI in Medical School Without Letting It Use You
Written by: Hussain Hilali, Resident Doctor | Follow Hussain on Instagram & TikTok “Artificial intelligence is revolutionising medical education by empowering learners to optimise their academic journey through personalised and adaptive support.” Sounds impressive, right? It also sounds like the sort of sentence you’d read, vaguely agree with, and then forget about 10 seconds later.…