General Resources
WEBSITES
The College Board - contains lots of important information for high school students! Find information and resources about the SAT, Advanced Placement (AP) classes, thousands of colleges and universities, and college scholarships.
American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) - The definitive source for information you need to know to navigate pre-med through residency. The AAMC accredits medical schools throughout the U.S. and facilitates the application process for most allopathic medical schools. They publish a helpful book called “The Official Guide to Medical School Admissions” that can help guide you along the way. Don’t delay — start researching!
American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine - The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine leads and advocates for the osteopathic medical education community to improve the health of the public. Website includes information on how osteopathic medicine differs from allopathic medicine, and plenty of resources for premedical and medical students.
ChooseDO.org - Explore why becoming a doctor of osteopathic medicine might be right for you, the process of becoming an osteopathic physician, ways to get experience and prepare for osteopathic medical school, inspiring stories from current students, expert advice, and more, to help you choose your path to medicine. You might find options that you didn’t know existed.
Student Doctor Network - Student Doctor Network (SDN) was created in 1999 as a nonprofit service to help build a diverse doctor workforce by providing free advising resources, tools, and peer-support forums to those who would otherwise not have access to such services. SDN is published by CRG, a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational organization.
Student Basics for Financial Literacy - Free information to help students understand the basics of managing money, credit cards, scholarships, student loans during, and planning for the future.
PROGRAMS / ORGANIZATIONS
MiMentor (based in Los Angeles, CA) - MiMentor develops and supports innovative and inclusive mentoring opportunities to inspire the next generation of diverse healthcare leaders for underserved communities.
Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) - HACU represents more than 500 colleges and universities committed to Hispanic higher education success in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Latin America, Spain and U.S. School Districts. Website includes scholarship and job opportunity listings.
Latinas in Medicine (based in San Diego, CA) - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that promotes and contributes to the advancement of Latina women in medicine.
MANA de San Diego (based in San Diego, CA) - MANA de San Diego members enjoy personal and professional growth opportunities through events, networks and newsletters. Members connect with like-minded Latinas, to address concerns and challenges unique to the Latino community. Student memberships available for $30.
Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) - The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is a free summer enrichment program focused on improving access to information and resources for college students interested in the health professions. SHPEP’s goal is to strengthen the academic proficiency and career development of students underrepresented in the health professions and prepare them for a successful application and matriculation to health professions schools. These students include, but are not limited to, individuals who identify as African American/Black, American Indian and Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino, and who are from communities of socioeconomic and educational disadvantage. SHPEP, formerly known as the Summer Medical and Dental Education Program (SMDEP), expanded in 2016 to include a broader array of health professions.
PODCASTS & BLOGS
Dear Premed Podcast - Hosted by Mary Tate, MD. Tune in every month for advice on all things premed. Includes a lot of inspiring interviews with physicians of diverse backgrounds.
OldPreMeds Podcast - If you’re a nontraditional student entering the medical field on your terms and you may have some hiccups along the way or perhaps changing careers and you’re ready to change course to go back and serve others as a physician, then this podcast is here to help answer your questions and educate you.The OldPreMeds Podcast is published by Dr. Ryan Gray who is also the publisher of the Medical School Headquarters Podcast, which has been around for more than 3 years now.
The Short Coat Podcast - The Short Coat Podcast is about remembering that the social aspects of medicine and medical education, and the people that make our work interesting, are just as important as the science and the test scores. It can be a place for the party line, and a place for the counter-narrative. It’s about whatever you want it to be about. Whether you’re already in med school, or thinking about applying, we’re here to let you in on the secrets, the fun bits, the challenges, and the frustrations.
Talking Admissions and Med Student Life Podcast - Get the inside scoop from pre-med advisors, physicians, faculty, alumni, and current medical students about all areas of medical school. Topics will range from tips to getting admitted (and having your application stand out), to familiarizing yourself with the culture of medical student life, and finally how to prepare for a residency and the Match. Hosted by Dr. Benjamin Chan, Associate Dean of Admissions at the University of Utah's School of Medicine, 'Talking Admissions and Med Student Life' brings valuable information to anyone thinking about a career in medicine whether you're in high school, pre-med or already a medical student.
Bundle of Hers Podcast - A podcast about diversity in medicine. Medical residents Harjit Kaur, Margaux Miller, Bushra Hussein, and Leen Samha discuss the challenges of studying medicine and how their diverse backgrounds influence their everyday lives in medical school and beyond. Talking about topics that are underrepresented to keep the conversations honest and thought-provoking, Bundle of Hers keeps it raw and real while stumbling gracefully through residency.
Black Men in White Coats Podcast (and videos) - Black Men In White Coats seeks to increase the number of black men in the field of medicine by exposure, inspiration, and mentoring. To accomplish this, we are partnering with various medical schools across the country to produce outstanding short documentary videos which bring awareness to this issue that not only affects the black male population, but also the nation as a whole.
Black Girl White Coat (includes blog) - Black Girl White Coat is a social media initiative aimed at providing motivation, mentorship, scholarship, and representation for aspiring healthcare professionals who identify as a member of a race/ethnic group traditionally underrepresented in healthcare.
The Happiness Lab Podcast - You might think more money, a better job, or Instagram-worthy vacations would make you happy. You’re dead wrong. In "The Happiness Lab" podcast, Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos will take you through the latest scientific research and share some surprising and inspiring stories that will forever alter the way you think about happiness. She's changed the lives of thousands of people through her class "Psychology and the Good Life," and she'll change yours, too.
VIDEOS
12 Medical School Application Writing Tips by Sunny Nakae, PhD
Powerful Personal Statements by Sunny Nakae, PhD
Black Men in White Coats Documentary Series - Black Men In White Coats seeks to increase the number of black men in the field of medicine by exposure, inspiration, and mentoring. To accomplish this, we are partnering with various medical schools across the country to produce outstanding short documentary videos which bring awareness to this issue that not only affects the black male population, but also the nation as a whole.
BOOKS
Premed Prep: Advice from a Medical School Admissions Dean by Dr. Sunny Nakae
Un Doctor Por Favor! Why We Need More Hispanic Physicians in the U.S., and Why You Should Be One Of Them by Dr. Paola Mina-Osorio
Growth Mindset by Carol Dweck
Whistling Vivaldi: How Stereotypes Affect Us And What We Can Do by Claude Steele
How To Be Yourself: Quiet Your Inner Critic and Rise Above Social Anxiety by Ellen Hendrickson
Childhood Disrupted: How Your Biography Becomes Your Biology and How You Can Heal by Donna Jackson Nakazawa