Student Success in Medical School

A Practical Guide to Learning Strategies

1st Edition - March 5, 2021
Author: Raman Mehrzad
Language: English
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Using proven methods of studying, learning, and reading, Student Success in Medical School delivers the practical, real-world information you need to optimize your learning and analytic abilities in medical school and beyond. Written by a medical doctor who understands exactly what it takes to increase educational performance, this comprehensive guide covers all the important elements involved in learning new knowledge, how to balance your studies and clinical rotations, and most importantly, how to apply knowledge in clinical practice.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
About the Author
Preface
Section I: Key Factors to Success in School
Chapter 1: Introduction to Success in Medical School
Your Future, Your Choices
You Don’t Have to Be a Genius to Succeed
Your Future is Determined by You
You Have to Prioritize
There Are No Shortcuts to Success
You Can Overcome Laziness and Build a Winning Mentality
In the End, We Only Regret the Chances We Did Not Take
Take a Deep Breath and Be Calm
Think Positive and Start From Day One
Chapter 2: The Art of Studying in the Medical Field
Introduction
Differences Between Medicine and Other Fields
Multiple Exams
Multitasking
Learning Many Things Quickly
Less Personal Life
Delayed Gratification
Opportunities
Summary
Chapter 3: Health Care Literacy
Introduction
What is Health Care Literacy?
Hidden Barriers to Understanding and Processing Basic Health Information
Common Health Care Literacy Resources for Medical Students
Practical Strategies
Summary
Chapter 4: Motivation and Mindset
The Physiology Behind Motivation
Extrinsic Versus Intrinsic Motivation
Value Creation
Creating Motivation
Motivate Yourself With the Following Thought Process
Summary
Chapter 5: Goals and Goal Setting
What is a Goal?
Why Are Goals Important?
The Types of Goals to Set in Medical School
How to Set Goals
Summary
Chapter 6: Time Management
Time Management and Its Importance
Time—Your Most Precious Resource
Why Time Management in Medicine is Different From That in Other Fields
Balancing the Hours of the Day
Planning Your Day
Following Your Plan
Write Down Your Plan
A Plan is Changeable
Five Minutes is a Lot of Time
When You Fall Behind in Your Plan
Summary
Chapter 7: Accelerated Learning
What is Accelerated Learning?
The Science Behind Accelerated Learning
Accelerated Learning Techniques for Faster Comprehension and Retention
Summary
Chapter 8: Lecture Time in Medical School
Why Class Time is Different in Medical School
The Value of Lecture Time for Health Care Courses
The Art of Listening
The Art of Focusing
The Art of Note-Taking
The Art of Asking Questions
The Art of Efficiency
The Art of Preparing for Lectures
Virtual medical teaching in the setting of the COVID-19 pandemic
Summary
Chapter 9: Mentors in Medical School
Introduction
Mentors
Why Mentorship in Medical School is Important
How to Find a Mentor
Summary
Chapter 10: Strategies with Classmates
Introduction
How Others Affect You
When to Compare Yourself to Others
Group Assignments
You Are Allowed to Choose Whom You Work With
Act Like and Be the Smartest Student in the Class
Summary
Chapter 11: Memorization and Learning Techniques
Introduction
The Brain and Memory
Two Forms of Knowledge
How You Learn Factual Knowledge
Why You Forget
Can You Improve Your Memory?
Remember, You Already Have a Decent Memory
Exercises to Strengthen Your Memory and Ability to Learn
Summary
Chapter 12: Strategies for Medical School Examinations
Introduction
Exam Preparation
Find Out Exactly What’s Covered on the Exam
Tactics Before Your Exams
Tactics During Your Exam
Strategies for Different Types of Questions and Exams
Time Management
Summary
Chapter 13: Never Give Up
Introduction
Two Salespeople
Be Determined
The Physiology of Giving Up
Bad Planning Increases the Risk of Giving Up
Putting Your Challenges in Perspective
Strategies to Never Give Up
Summary
Chapter 14: Stress Management in Medical School and How to Build a Healthy Lifestyle
Introduction
What is Stress?
Different Types of Stress
Symptoms of Stress
The Importance of Recovery
Strategies for Stress Management
Summary
Section II: Study Techniques
Chapter 15: Anatomy, Histology, and Pharmacology Courses
Introduction
Step by Step
Histology
Chapter 16: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, and Biology Courses
Introduction
Step by Step
Summary
Chapter 17: Immunology, Embryology, Pathology, Microbiology, and Physiology Courses
Introduction
Step by Step
Summary
Chapter 18: Ethics and Behavioral Science Courses
Introduction
Step by Step
Chapter 19: Clinical Rotations
Introduction
Step by Step
Social Skills and Emotional Intelligence
Chapter 20: Practical Courses
Introduction
Step by Step
Final Tips
Chapter 21: Reports and Assignments
Introduction
Step by Step
Final Tips
Chapter 22: Presentations
Introduction
Step by Step
Final Tips
Epilogue
Index

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