Glycolysis is one of the key pathways required for the MCAT. Not only does this pathway provide a means to break down glucose, glycolysis also connects many other pathways and reactions that occur inside the cell. This cheat sheet is meant to help you connect the steps within the glycolysis pathway to help you understand […]
MCAT Resources
With so much information out there, how do you even know where to start? Here is a list of resources (and why) I recommend using in preparation for your upcoming exam. Start with the the ‘How to use your MCAT resources‘ chapter in my new guide. Wondering how I’m any different than the other information sources? […]
Applying to Medical School BEFORE Taking Your MCAT
The sooner you apply to medical school, The better your chances of getting accepted. This is how the rolling admissions process works for medical school acceptance. But does this work if you don’t have your MCAT scores yet? Can you apply to medical school before taking the MCAT? While the short answer is yes, It’s […]
Her Self Study MCAT Prep Journey
You are unique! This makes your premed experience unique and your MCAT prep journey individual TO YOU! What works for one student may not work for another, but this doesn’t mean you can’t learn from their experience, especially if they’ve already taken the time to evaluate an approach and provide feedback. Meet LeAnn. She started […]
Leah’s Recommended Books for Premed Students
Scroll down for a list of recommended must-read or must-listen books to help you with your MCAT studies and your overall premed journey. 1- Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson (Amazon) The most important thing you can do for your physical/mental health and overall focus, is… sleep. Yet somehow, this is something most of us neglect. […]
The Right Time to Take the MCAT
When should you take your MCAT? This is the million dollar question. If your dream is to become a physician, you have to take the MCAT. Medical schools in the United States and Canada require this exam; as well as many schools in the Caribbean, Australia, Europe, even Asia. Since the majority of my MCAT […]
Am I Ready For the MCAT? How to Evaluate
You’ve already invested years into your Med School prerequisites and months into preparing for the MCAT, but are you ready to test?How do you know when you’re ready to take the MCAT? WHEN you take the MCAT is nearly as important as getting the right score. If you’re applying to schools with rolling admissions (most […]
Electrochemistry Galvanic / Voltaic and Electrolytic Cells
Electrochemistry, as the name implies, is a topic that deals with the relationship between electrical potential and chemical reactions. Why is that relationship important, you ask? We can use electrical current to drive a nonspontaneous chemical reaction, or we can use a spontaneous reaction to drive an electric current (and store it!). And since electrochemistry […]
SI Unit Conversion Cheat Sheet
Unit Conversions or Dimensional Analysis doesn’t have to be so confusing! The cheat sheet below is a short list of important units, prefix values and conversions to memorize for the MCAT. (You should also memorize these for your chemistry and physics classes) Start with this Tutorial Video: Unit Conversions Series Part 1 on how you can quickly […]
MCAT Kinematics Formula Study Guide Cheat Sheet
Kinematic equations are the foundation to mastering MCAT physics. Yes you have to ‘memorize’ and know the standard formulas, but it goes deeper than that. You have to understand the units, when to use which equation, and be VERY comfortable applying these concepts to the more advanced Physics topics on the MCAT. To help you […]
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