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Apr 2019
26m 35s

Episode 1: Med Admissions Lingo & Applic...

Christian Essman
About this episode

This episode sets the stage for future episodes. Christian Essman describes some of the terms and phrases used in the admissions application process. Additionally, he provides a walk through of the application timeline.

Additional information for All Access: Med School Admissions can be found at: https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess 

Resources:  
  • AAMC - Association of American Medical Colleges  Bookmark this site now!
  • MSAR - Medical School Admissions Requirements
  • AMCAS - American Medical College Application Service
  • MCAT - Medical College Admission Test
  • Choose DO Explorer – online search tool created for prospective students interested in osteopathic medicine
  • Aspiring Docs - Provides resources and inspiration to help you get started on your path to medicine.
  • General application timeline 
  • AACOM - American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine
  • AACOMAS – American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service
  • Pathways to Medicine
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