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Our tutors are passionate educators and scholastically accomplished med students, residents and attendings averaging USMLE scores of 250+ and COMLEX scores of 650+. Whether you’re aiming for the 99th percentile on your exam, or getting the extra edge on your application, you’ve come to the right place.

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Ahmed Minhal
Minhal Ahmed MCAT Tutor, MPH BIO

Now or Never - Kendrick Lamar

Crunchy Peanut Butter Clif Bars

Japan

MCAT

Minhal Ahmed

MCAT Tutor, MPH

Score

MCAT - 527

School

Northeastern University

Specialty

Biomedical Engineering
“What's a motto? Nothing, what's the motto with you?” – Simba and Timon in The Lion King
Minhal is a friendly, patient, and encouraging tutor who has a passion for helping his students reach "light bulb moments" and gain confidence in their own skills. From his own MCAT prep, Minhal learned that building good study habits early on was the foundation to doing well on test-day, and he'll help you build this same kind of foundation for your exam. With over 7 years of tutoring experience at the high school and undergraduate level, Minhal has a genuine love for building strong relationships with his students and has a proven track record of helping them reach their goals. He's helped his students through everything from crushing their APs to landing an A in Orgo, and he'll no doubt help you get the MCAT score of your dreams. Minhal's students can rely on him for breaking down complicated vignettes in simple, easy-to-understand terms, building a strategic and organized plan of attack for their studies and test day, and honing the skills they'll need for long term testing and personal success!

Shoutouts

Goldwater Scholar (2018)

Mitchell Scholar (2019)

MPH - University College Cork, 2020
Ainsworth Dr. Corinne
Dr. Corinne Ainsworth Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Hufflepuff every time!

Fish Bowl (Taboo, Charades, and Password all in one)

The enchanted city of Sevilla, Spain

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Corinne Ainsworth

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 253
Step 2 - 252

School

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Specialty

Family Medicine
I think the thing to do is enjoy the ride while you’re on it. ~ Johnny Depp
Corinne is positive, dedicated and detail-oriented – in life and as a tutor! Though always an “average” standardized test taker prior to medical school, Corinne was determined to change that when it came to Step 1. By sticking to a rigorous and well-crafted schedule as well as placing a high priority on self-care (sleep, exercise, and meditation), Corinne was able to achieve her test-taking goals. Corinne has years of experience mentoring others. This experience, combined with her pre-clinical and clinical knowledge, has prepared her well to be both your tutor and your cheerleader. You can rely on Corinne to help you create a detailed schedule customized to your needs and goals, make the most of your resources, and streamline your approach to answering test questions. Corinne will encourage you to work harder than you’ve ever worked before, and she will also instill in you a sense of calm and positivity throughout your studying journey!
Azeze Dr. Sam
Dr. Sam Azeze Medical Tutor, MD, MPH BIO

SHOES, way too many shoes

Dark chocolate matcha power bars, homemade of course :) and gummy worms are my guilty pleasure

A sleepy little fishing town called Chioggia in Northern Italy. Best seafood dinners and piano concerts ever!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Sam Azeze

Medical Tutor, MD, MPH

Scores

Steps 1 - 253
Step 2 CK - 258

School

St. George’s University School of Medicine

Specialty

Diagnostic/Interventional Radiology
"Declare the past, diagnose the present, foretell the future.” ― Hippocrates
Sam is a driven, systematic, and comprehensive tutor who enjoys seeing students meet and exceed their target scores on the USMLE Step 2 CK and the shelf exams. After scoring well on the Step 1, Sam knew that the key to gaining a competitive residency was an even higher Step 2 CK score. He continued to work on his craft, test taking, and now enjoys teaching the same techniques and algorithmic approach to other students. Currently, Sam is finishing his residency in radiology, a specialty that emphasizes a systematic approach to clinical anatomical imaging. Similarly, Sam’s step-by-step tailored approach to test taking teaches students to be fine-tuned test-taking machines by the end of their dedicated study. Sam’s focus on test-taking strategy is illustrated by his intensive question/answer sessions. Additionally, his fail-proof guide to reviewing material ensures you will have a mastery every pathology that can be tested. Through a rigorous practice schedule and mimicking exam conditions, Sam’s students become very comfortable taking exams and have done incredibly well.
Ben-Ami Dr. Johanna
Dr. Johanna Ben-Ami Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Larger Than Life - Backstreet Boys

Any place I haven't been to yet!

Anything with chocolate

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Johanna Ben-Ami

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 266
Step 2 CK - 281

School

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Specialty

Internal Medicine
“If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it.” – William Arthur Ward
Johanna is a diligent, fun-loving, and enthusiastic tutor who excelled on her exams, in equal parts due to her passion for medicine and good old hard work. During her Step and Shelf examination studying, she learned the importance of conceptualizing rather than memorizing. She also realized the power of test strategy, which allowed her to succeed even in the face of difficult test questions. Johanna is excited to share her strategies with you, and help you form a solid content foundation.
At Johanna’s medical school, the first two years are structured so that the students act as teachers for one another. She grew incredibly from this experience and fell in love with teaching, resulting in an ambition for a career in medical education. There is no better feeling than the moment when a student’s expression changes, their face lights up, and you can just tell that they understand! She hopes to be a mentor to her students, inspiring them just as her mentors in medical school have inspired her.
You can count on Johanna to be invested in your success. She believes that collaboration is key, and partnership is necessary to ensure that this is a dynamic process with expedient correction of anything that might not be working for a particular student. She will work tirelessly on providing a strategically organized study schedule and will hold you accountable with honest feedback throughout your time together.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Alpha Omega Alpha, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
Bertino Dr. Fred
Dr. Fred Bertino Medical Tutor BIO

Symphony no. 7 in A major op. 92 by Beethoven

I was a full time musician before medical school. I wrote a concerto based on an E.coli protein sequence and published a paper on it too!

Probably a cartoon like "Spongebob Squarepants"... or "The Office".

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Fred Bertino

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 254
Step 2 - 268
Step 3 - 234

School

St. George's University School of Medicine

Specialty

Radiology
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." ~ Leonardo da Vinci
Fred Bertino is an interventional radiologist who completed a diagnostic radiology residency at Emory University, where he eventually served as Chief Resident. He also completed an interventional radiology residency at the University of Washington in Seattle and is currently a pediatric IR fellow at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University.

Fred's been tutoring basic and clinical science since 2013, and has mentored dozens of students and helped them achieve residency positions in every specialty all over the country in the years he's been with MST and MSTC. He has won numerous teaching and mentorship awards and remains dedicated to the path of the student. He is always there to lend an ear, explain a concept, or just shoot the breeze while making sure you are armed with the fundamental knowledge to help make problem-solving intuitive and fun.
Burnett Dr. Eric
Dr. Eric Burnett Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Rhiannon, Fleetwood Mac

Ravenclaw, because I look really good in blue :D

Pocket Medicine, gum, patient hand offs, stethoscope, antibiotic dosing cards, granola bars

USMLE

Dr. Eric Burnett

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 242
Step 2CK - 258
Step 3 - 240

School

New Jersey Medical School

Specialty

Internal Medicine & Hospital Medicine
“Even the smallest person can change the course of the future. ” – J.R.R Tolkien
Eric is a seasoned tutor. He has been part of the Med School Tutors for over 5 years and has extensive experience working with medical students and residents of all backgrounds (though he currently focuses on working with residents). As an attending physician, faculty member, and Associate Program Director for an internal medicine residency, he is well-versed in how to make PGYs prosper. He knows what it takes to not only make a successful test taker, but also a critical learner; who can turn their clinical experience into testing success. Eric knows that a solid plan is key to staying on track and overcoming the stress associated with board studying, and will help you devise a personalized schedule to keep you on task. Eric has experience tutoring for all three USMLE Step exams, clerkship shelf exams as well as the ABIM Internal Medicine board exam. Eric truly loves that lightbulb moment with students when a seemingly insurmountable topic becomes clear and they can teach it to others.

Shoutouts

Rutgers - Master of Biomedical Science; BA of Biological Sciences
Delnegro Dr. David
Dr. David Delnegro Medical Tutor, MCAT Content Creator, MD BIO

Shake It Off!

Ravenclaw

I won several local eating contests as a young adult.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. David Delnegro

Medical Tutor, MCAT Content Creator, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 252
Step 2 CK - 245
Step 3 - 243

School

University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine

Interest

Emergency Medicine
¨Weather forecast for tonight: dark. Continued dark overnight, with widely scattered light by morning.¨ – George Carlin
David is a very energetic, resourceful and resilient individual who pulls from a large toolbox of skills to help his students succeed in classes, exams, and challenging life problems. Many of his own experiences have been shaped by an almost seven-year career in Emergency Medical Services and disaster training. He has taught and tutored both the MCAT and the USMLE step exams employed as a freelance individual, a university employee, and for private companies. David also has additional mentorship experience during his time as EMS Sargent and Crew Chief. During his preclinical years, he founded a student organization that collected, edited and wrote new PowerPoint presentations so that second-year students for each class could have access to a bank of materials to use to tutor and teach the incoming first years. By providing his students with clear direction, goals, and expectations, David takes the guesswork out of study plans. A former MCAT practice material writer for Examkrackers, David has an advanced insight into the way tests and questions are designed and edited. He lives for seeing the look on his student's eyes when the light bulb pops above their head and is excited to bring a unique blend of humor, organization, and creativity to help you tackle any problem that comes your way. While David only tutors for the USMLEs, he heads our MCAT content creation team.

Shoutouts + Accolades

My current research interest is in ER and healthcare decision making.

Dyster Dr. Timothy
Dr. Timothy Dyster Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Parks and Recreation! I identify strongly with Leslie Knope.

Probably Hufflepuff!

The Game of Thrones. Just kidding... it's The Last of Us.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Timothy Dyster

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 254
Step 2 CK - 249

School

Columbia University

Specialty

Internal Medicine
"Try new things: You should always be doing something that makes you a little uncomfortable." ~ Tim
Timothy is an alumnus of Cornell University, where he graduated with honors and received the esteemed William T. Keeton Award, and Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons, where he graduated with AOA distinction. He is currently a resident physician in Internal Medicine at UCSF. Timothy has a record of high scholastic achievement in medical school by consistently receiving the highest possible mark in his clinical rotations, including internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology, neurology, and psychiatry. His experience in student mentorship, support, and advising is robust. Tim is known for his warm temperament and passion for education, and enjoys helping his students achieve their maximum potential.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Awards:
 
William T Keeton Award Recipient
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
 
Publications:

Dyster, Timothy Gordon. “Identity Capital and Identifying Learners at Risk for Marginalization.” Academic Medicine, vol. 92, no. 8, 2017, p. 1070., doi:10.1097/acm.0000000000001802.
Earle Dr. Matthew
Dr. Matthew Earle Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Bang energy drinks

Never say the word "quiet" at work

Altogether, I have spent over 3 days underwater

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Matthew Earle

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1: 253
Step 2 CK: 258
Step 3: 243

School

University of Florida

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
“Never reduce your goals to suit your effort; adjust your effort to suit your goals.” – Unknown
Matt is an EM Resident who plans to pursue a fellowship in ultrasonography. He has been tutoring in a myriad of subjects since undergrad and is now tutoring for Step 1, 2 and 3 as well as acting as a residency application advisor. He will help you stay accountable to a rigorous study schedule that will leave no black boxes and emphasize the best preparation possible to help you achieve your goals. In his own studies, disciplined question bank review was key to success, and he will help you maximize the utility of your resources. He will always be in your corner as you push towards success!

Shoutouts

Intern of the Year, 2018
Elsaadi Dr. Ali
Dr. Ali Elsaadi Medical Tutor, MD BIO

I lived in Brazil for a month doing medical research in Portuguese, but I don't speak Portuguese.

I love snowboarding and only fall whenever I need to stop, change directions or when getting off the lift.

I get one haircut a year because I like to grow out my hair and donate it (I always forget to donate it though).

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Ali Elsaadi

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 250+
Step 2 CK - 270+

School

St. George's University

Interest

Surgery
"It's not about where you want to end up but about the process along the way" – Me to my organic chemistry professor when I got low yields from a reaction in lab
Ali is a positive, patient, and reliable tutor who has 6 years of experience as a private tutor. Ali started off tutoring his friends in organic chemistry and moved on to physics, chemistry, biology, and a variety of other topics. He’s tutored students from ages 8 to 30 and can connect with many different educational backgrounds because of these experiences. Ali's goal is to help students develop the long term skills necessary to excel not only on exams but in their future careers in medicine, and he hopes his own students go on to teach others these same lessons along the way. He is very invested in the success of his students and will help them break down complicated vignettes and develop a strong question strategy to tackle the boards. He is determined to continually improve not only his students’ scores but also his teaching ability and is very open to dialogue about how best to move forward if certain teaching methods aren’t working. Ali may sound tough as a tutor, but his sunny disposition will make this as enjoyable a process as studying for Step can be!
Farooq Dr. Saad
Dr. Saad Farooq Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Budapest, Hungary

Smash Bros. Ultimate

Trader Joe’s Ghost Pepper Chips

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Saad Farooq

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 249
Step 2 CK - 261

School

NYU School of Medicine

Specialty

Surgery
“The journey of a thousand miles starts with step one” – Anonymous
Saad is an energetic, encouraging, and friendly disciple of the sciences, humanities, and everything in between. Carrying this passion for learning, Saad understands the importance of effective, dedicated, and personalized teaching. During his time at Cornell University, Saad made sure to pass on his enthusiasm for the biological sciences by tutoring numerous students throughout the years. Tutoring a variety of students from all education levels and backgrounds, Saad is well versed in catering his teaching style to individually fit each and every student. A method that works for one student, may not work for another, and Saad is devoted to finding the perfect way for you to achieve your goals. The journey towards becoming a doctor is rife with challenges, and though it may seem difficult now, with the proper guidance and mentorship everyone can achieve their goals. Saad is willing to go above and beyond to help you achieve yours!

Shoutouts + Accolades

  • Daley D, Mani VR, Mohan N, Akkad N, Pandian GSDB, Savadkar S, Lee KB, Torres-Hernandez A, Aykut B, Diskin B, Wang W, Farooq MS, Mahmud AI, Werba G, Morales EJ, Lall S, Wadowski BJ, Rubin AG, Berman ME, Narayanan R, Hundeyin M, Miller G. NLRP3 signaling drives macrophage-induced adaptive immune suppression in pancreatic carcinoma. J Exp Med. 2017; 214(6): 1711-1724.  
  • Mani VR, Farooq MS, Soni U, Kalabin A, Rajabalan A, Leaque A. Case report of ectopic liver on gallbladder serosa with a brief review of literature. Case Reports in Surgery. 2016:7273801. doi:10.1155/2016/7273801.
Favaro Daniel
Daniel Favaro Medical Tutor BIO

Chips and mango salsa!

Domino! Her superpower is being incredibly lucky, which is such a creative take on what a 'super power' is. She was featured in Deadpool 2 if you're unfamiliar.

Siddhartha, a novel by Hermann Hesse

USMLE, COMLEX

Daniel Favaro

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 261

School

Saba University School of Medicine

Specialty

Neurology, Psychiatry
“Wherever you go, there you are” – Jon Kabat-Zinn
Daniel is focused in a relaxed manner, disciplined in his unrestrained exploration of class material, and optimistically thorough in his ‘worst-case-scenario’ preparedness. He finds that good humor *not one of the four humors* and interesting, interactive study material helps a tutoring session fly by in a ‘flow state’.

Daniel’s passion for teaching began when he was a summer camp counselor, teaching a diverse range of topics including ecology, rock climbing, archery, acting, and horseback riding. He also taught campers how to make a loud whistle by tightly holding a blade of grass between their first metacarpals and their first distal phalanges, which he later thoroughly regretted. Daniel enjoyed the diversity of students, topics, and experiences that this job afforded him. What once started as a particular knack for teaching campers has since blossomed into a passion for teaching academically. As a Chemistry tutor, Daniel emphasized exploring the class material with a focus on understanding particulars within the big picture and enjoying the challenge of solving the puzzles of equations and skeletal formulas. As a USMLE Step 1 tutor, Daniel additionally focuses on the comparisons and connections between diverse and superficially distinct topics in order to integrate into the whole of the scientific body of knowledge. Daniel also emphasizes the importance of visual and experiential learning and will be sure to bring many interesting images and examples into tutoring sessions!

Students can expect to develop their study and test-taking techniques and strategies, subdue test-taking anxiety, improve healthy habit formation, practice wellbeing, mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise, and, of course, explore the wonderful world of medicine! He is personally invested in a tutee’s success academically, which needs to be built on a strong foundation. He hopes that you both can be accountable to each other in describing and then achieving our academic goals.
Fuller Dr. Spencer
Dr. Spencer Fuller Medical Tutor, MD, MPH BIO

The Little Rascals

Fred Astaire (I Actually Tap Dance!)

“Getting’ Jiggy wit it” by Will Smith

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Spencer Fuller

Medical Tutor, MD, MPH

Scores

Step 1 - 252
Step 2 - 262

School

UC San Diego School of Medicine

Specialty

Ophthalmology
‘Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.’ ~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in a speech to the Medical Committee for Human Rights, 1966
Spencer is a warm, dedicated, and encouraging tutor who is committed to helping his students succeed. Before he joined Med School Tutors, Spencer was a physiology tutor, a freshman-level Italian 101 instructor, and a USMLE study mentor. In his first two years of med school at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, Spencer’s dedication to the underserved came to light during his work with local homeless young adults: Spencer taught and mentored students with Stand Up For Kids, and also partnered with Monarch School to administer free flu shots to homeless students and their families. He also helped several students successfully apply to medical school. Combining his passion for medicine and public service, Spencer received his Masters of Public Health at Johns Hopkins. Currently, he is an ophthalmology resident at Washington University in St. Louis with a primary interest in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. In your sessions together, his patient attitude will encourage you to work at your absolute best as Spencer helps you make key connections between the material, refine your test-taking skills, and achieve your dreams--whether they be a strong USMLE/COMLEX score or successfully navigating the overwhelming medical school application and acceptance process.
Gallacher David
David Gallacher Medical Tutor BIO

Scattergories

Barcelona

Pens...that never seem to return home.

USMLE, COMLEX

David Gallacher

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 249

School

Oregon Health & Science University

Interest

TBA
“You don’t try to build a wall. You don’t set out to build a wall. You don’t say ‘I’m going to build the biggest, baddest, greatest wall that’s ever been built.’ You don’t start there. You say ‘I’m gonna lay this brick as perfectly as a brick can be laid,’ and you do that every single day, and soon you have a wall.” – Will Smith
David is a compassionate, motivated, encouraging tutor who believes success is a result of hard work and consistent actions. David’s test-taking performance reflects his ability to utilize proven test-taking strategies and apply medical pathophysiology to standardized examinations. While initially subject to “resource overload,” David narrowed his focus to the most proven resources for Step 1 success. David began tutoring almost 5 years ago when he was an academic tutor for his university’s sports teams. Since then he has accumulated many hours tutoring medical students during pre-clinical course work, and those preparing for Step 1.

David’s tutoring success can be attributed to his ability to break down complex medical topics into digestible pieces. When approaching questions, he believes in a systematic approach to answering each question. These systems lead to a decreased likelihood of making “silly mistakes” on test day. David enjoys helping his students create connections and mental frameworks between the large volume of medical knowledge necessary for Step 1.
Garcia Jake
Jake Garcia Medical Tutor BIO

Hot Cheeto Puffs....and a Tide pen to take care of the red marks.

Ru Paul's Drag Race

ENFP...emphasis on the E!

USMLE, COMLEX

Jake Garcia

Medical Tutor

Scores

MCAT - 516
Step 1- 252

School

Thomas Jefferson University

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
“Team Rocket’s blasting off again!” – Jessie, James, and Meowth in unison
Jake is an energetic, confident, and adaptable tutor who comes from a family of teachers. Teaching runs in his blood and he loves bringing his passion for medicine to his teaching practice. He has taught STEM in the public school system, TA’d for undergraduate embryology courses, and is an educational leader at his medical school where he conducts educational research and confounded JeffSketch, an online learning platform. Jake has even taught over 1000 people how to swim! Practice questions and Anki driven test-prep are Jake’s bread and butter.

In medical school Jake struggled with the overwhelming degree of detail he encountered in his med school lectures, he found that emphasizing succinct 3rd party resources and avoiding getting lost in the weeds was his ticket to success. “High yield” is Jake’s mantra and he specializes in creating plans that focus on areas of the exam that will produce large score improvements for his clients. Jake is firm in his expectations, but is also quick to provide praise when students work hard and stick to the plan...total Professor McGonnagal vibes. Throughout this process, you’ll be sure to appreciate his energy, focus, and his enthusiasm for beating test writers at their own game. Jake is a fantastic test-prep ally and can’t wait to help you succeed!
Gober Dr. Leah
Dr. Leah Gober Medical Tutor, MD BIO

24-hour libraries and direct-to-hospital railways

Ravenclaw, through and through

Total Eclipse of the Heart

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Leah Gober

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 250

School

Mercer University School of Medicine

Specialty

TBA
"When there are nine." – RBG
Leah’s teaching experience began when she worked as a TA for undergraduate engineering classes and continues through her tutoring of fellow medical students today. Leah regularly geeks out by stretching blood vessels to study vascular disease in Williams Syndrome at NIH as a fellow in the Medical Research Scholars Program. She focuses on question-based learning styles and hashing out the “whys” and “hows” of not only the right, but the wrong answers too. She enjoys using game theory and storytelling to understand what went into creating USMLE questions. And she is meticulous to a tee—you can expect flexible but detailed study schedules. Leah believes in honest feedback, used to build confidence in test taking, and she’s personally invested in your success!
Godfrey Dr. Sarah
Dr. Sarah Godfrey Medical Tutor, MD, MPH BIO

I have done the highest natural bungee jump in the world (216 meters!) in South Africa.

Purple

Montepulciano, Italy

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Sarah Godfrey

Medical Tutor, MD, MPH

Scores

Step 1 - 246
Step 2 CK - 266

School

Columbia University

Specialty

Internal Medicine
"We don’t need magic to change the world, we carry all the power we need inside our selves already: We have the power to imagine better." – J.K. Rowling
Sarah is a dedicated and encouraging tutor who has extensive experience in medical education, including her Shelf exam and Step 2 CK tutoring at MST, serving as the teaching assistant for a preclinical physical diagnosis course, and developing her own online public health curriculum now utilized by all clinical students at Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. She is flexible, accommodating, and creative in her approach to meet each student's individual needs, as she learned during her own Step studying how challenging it can be for students from a non-science background. Sarah loves developing relationships with her students and guiding them to achieve their personal goals. Her favorite part of teaching is seeing students gain self-confidence, as well as clinical knowledge, during their test preparation. She particularly loves working with students who have struggled in medical school and helping them to overcome those challenges. Working with Sarah, you will receive a detailed and customized study schedule that is tailored to your strengths, weaknesses, and goals. She will help you to find the best resources for your specific needs and help you to study them most efficiently and effectively. In her tutoring sessions, Sarah incorporates both intense content review and detailed test-taking strategies to help you improve your fund of knowledge and clinical reasoning skills. Throughout the process, you'll be sure to appreciate Sarah's warmth and understanding as she cheers you on to achieve your personal best!

Shoutouts + Accolades

Created Public Health Curriculum for Columbia's Harlem Public Health Commune

Columbia Mailman School of Public Health — MPH, 2017
Good Dr. Daniel
Dr. Daniel Good Medical Tutor, MD BIO

A chocolate labrador (most of the time).

Breckenridge, CO

I would invent a time machine and prevent Creed from ever becoming a band.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Daniel Good

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 272
Step 2 CK - 284
Step 3 - 265

School

Northeast Ohio Medical University

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
"Strong work!"
Dan is a proud Texan! He graduated from Texas Christian University before going on to get a Master in Public Health from the University of North Texas. He began his medical education at St. George's University in Grenada where he excelled in the basic science coursework and was inducted into the Iota Epsilon Alpha international honor society. After achieving great success on Step 1, he transferred to Northeast Ohio Medical University where he successfully honored every core rotation and was inducted in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He is currently active in emergency medicine airway management and quality improvement research, and has presented his research at national conferences. He has successfully matched at UT Southwestern Medical Center to train in emergency medicine. Dan enjoys bringing the same level of excellence to his tutoring and helping students achieve their goals. He loves to set the bar high for his students and provide them the guidance they need to reach it. His personal success, along with his ability to teach, allow him to meet students at their level and show them how to take it up a notch. Whether you are struggling to understand basic concepts, or looking to master the content, Dan can get you there.
Gramann Alec
Alec Gramann Medical Tutor BIO

Ultimate Frisbee

Crackers with nutella. Or anything with nutella. Or just nutella. So... yeah... nutella.

The Great Food Truck Race. Tyler Florence is my food spirit guide.

USMLE, COMLEX

Alec Gramann

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 266

School

University of Massachusetts

Specialty

TBA
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough." ~ Mario Andretti
Alec is an enthusiastic and encouraging tutor who understands that there isn’t any one study plan or strategy that works for all students. Early in his Step 1 preparation, Alec realized that certain “top” review resources all his friends were using were completely useless for his learning style. Rather than continue to struggle, he began to explore other types of resources, eventually finding a core set of review materials that made his Step 1 studying a much more rewarding and enlightening experience. Since his exam, Alec has devoted his time to exploring as many resources as possible so he can help his students build the most effective and efficient study plan for their individual Step 1 goals and time frame. In combination with resource utilization, Alec focuses heavily on question approach with his students, helping them adopt efficient and consistent strategies that mirror the features and habits of great standardized test takers. With these methods, Alec’s students successfully build their foundational knowledge, and learn how to apply that knowledge not only to Step 1 questions, but to all clinical scenarios on future exams and on the wards. With Alec on your team, you’ll have the support and encouragement of an exceptional tutor on your journey to maximize your potential on Step 1 and beyond!
Hannah Dr. Claire
Dr. Claire Hannah Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Popcorn

I had a legitimate near-death experience being charged by a black rhino in Botswana. Contrary to what I learned in medical school, fight-or-flight experiences do not help you run faster.

My mom

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Claire Hannah

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1: 268
Step 2 CK: 280

School

Carver College of Medicine

Specialty

Dermatology
“You can never be overdressed or overeducated.” – Oscar Wilde
Claire is an energetic, passionate, and effective tutor who recently completed both USMLE exams and is eager to share her test-taking strategies with students. She believes that a simplified study schedule, proper selection of resources, and plenty of coffee, exercise, and sleep are key to succeeding on standardized exams. Claire has extensive tutoring and mentoring experience from medical school that has allowed her to contribute to the test-taking success of many students in their pre-clinical and clinical courses. Her favorite part of tutoring is the satisfaction of helping students finally grasp a complex subject. Claire promises to provide an open, non-judgmental environment where students can share their concerns and areas of weakness. Her greatest tutoring skill is breaking down highly complex subjects and explaining them in a manner that is easier to understand. Claire helps to build a strong foundation of knowledge so that students can understand topics on a deeper level instead of rotely memorizing facts. She considers her tutoring style to be positive and motivational, but she still strongly supports the Socratic method of teaching. Claire will be your tutor, friend, mentor, and coach throughout your studying experience, helping you to achieve your best possible score!
Hicks Dr. Alex
Dr. Alex Hicks Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Sweet Emotion by Aerosmith

Chardee MacDennis: The Game of Games

I enjoy rebuilding small engines!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Alex Hicks

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 262
Step 2 CK - 268
Step 3 - 240

School

East Tennessee State University

Specialty

Dermatology
"Talent is God-given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful." ~ John Wooden
Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Alex is a kind, dedicated, and engaging tutor who is committed to helping his students succeed. Alex joined MST with years of teaching experience that includes mentoring and tutoring second-year medical students for Step 1, and individually tutoring students in chemistry. He has experienced great satisfaction in translating his successes on the USMLEs to other students! In your work together, Alex will always push you to do your best while his grounded, can-do attitude will ensure you approach your studies honestly and enthusiastically. Outside of academics, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children, as well as several other hobbies including guitar, golf, snowboarding, hunting, and largemouth bass fishing.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Alex has a strong record of academic excellence, achieving Honors in all clerkships throughout his medical training, and he was also elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society as a junior medical student. 
Hmoud Dr. Hosam
Dr. Hosam "Sam" Hmoud Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Simple, help fund and research methods to increase photo-voltaic solar cell's efficiency in order to create a truly green planet with zero emissions-climate disaster averted!

All the essentials such as granola bars, skittles, jolly ranchers, stethoscope, pocket book, and my good luck "all seeing eye" charm!

Hands down Tony Stark and his Iron Man suit; specifically, the Mark 42 rendition.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Hosam "Sam" Hmoud

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 252
Step 2 CK - 261

School

St. George’s University

Specialty

Internal Medicine
"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." – Winston Churchill
Hosam (Sam) is an enthusiastic and motivated tutor that embraces the power of understanding the “why” over the “what” when it comes to all aspects of your medical education! With this thought process, Sam has managed to not only perform exceptionally well on Step 1 and 2, but also be able to balance rotational obligations while traveling the world, including humanitarian trips to Haiti! With years of experience tutoring students on an individual and group level, Sam provides nurturing care while emphasizing interactive teach back skills that will ensure that you can apply the reviewed content in acing any medical school and/or board exam. In fact, Sam was awarded the “exceptional group facilitator” award from his medical school as well as achieving one of the top total hours contributed to individual tutoring for his Iota Epsilon Alpha honor society. Although Sam takes serious pride in his tutoring, the Aquarius in him loves to laugh and joke while being there for you during stressful times. Besides being a medical student, Sam loves to watch comedy shows, play basketball, and go to the amazing array of museums in the NYC area. His unique style and holistic approach in mentoring and tutoring will leave you more confident and capable than ever before!
Huang Dr. Annie
Dr. Annie Huang Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Lost in Paradise by ALI

My cat Miso

Japan

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Annie Huang

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 244
Step 2 CK - 259

School

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Specialty

Transitional year currently, Radiology Residency 2022
“Truly successful decision-making relies on a balance between deliberate and instinctive thinking.” – Malcolm Gladwell
Annie is an enthusiastic, diligent, and empathetic tutor who is deeply invested in the successes of her students. Her passion for teaching manifests in various areas, ranging from coaching badminton, teaching English in Japan, to leading curricular changes in medical school.
Throughout her medical school training, she has succeeded in obtaining different test strategies that she is excited to share with you! She hopes not only to be a tutor for exams but also to be an inspiring mentor who provides quality advice for both standardized testing and career advancement. Studying for a standardized test can be a gruesome experience but Annie will be your strongest ally and cheerleader throughout this process. Students can count on Annie to make tutoring sessions fun and engaging, and for her to create a clear study plan customized to their goals and progress. Annie firmly believes that with guidance and mentorship anyone can achieve their goals, and she is excited to work with you to help you achieve yours too!
Husain Dr. Emma
Dr. Emma Husain Medical Tutor BIO

a small fluffy cat named Aisha Husain

I can diagnose and treat diseases just by talking on the phone!

a baby bird trying to fly (but I think I look like Beyonce)

USMLE, COMLEX, SHELF

Dr. Emma Husain

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 & 2CK - 99th Percentile*

School

University of British Columbia

Specialty

Orthopedic Surgery
"You enter the forest at the darkest point, where there is no path. Where there is a way or path, it is someone else's path. You are not on your own path. If you follow someone else's way, you are not going to realize your potential." ~ Joseph Campbell, "The Hero's Journey"
Emma’s tutoring style could be best described as loving and encouraging. She will love you into a better score! In addition, she is a very silly person in a very useful way; she will tell funny stories or make silly analogies that help with both understanding and retention of complex concepts. The biggest lesson she learned in her medical career was that it is OK to not know the answer to a question; it is always OK to look things up or ask someone more experienced, in fact it is better that way! Emma loves crafting an individual approach and teaching method that best suits each individual so that each of her students has a unique experience that is personally designed. Her investment in each student is passionate and truthful, and she truly creates a strong supportive relationship that helps with the stress of studying for exams. Students say that years later they remember useful things they learned from working with her. Emma will help ensure that you are working at your peak so you can achieve your best score!
Hyzer Dr. Jeffrey
Dr. Jeffrey Hyzer Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Way too many drawings of the nephron and brachial plexus!

DREAM ON!

I used to plan on being a professional country music singer!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Jeffrey Hyzer

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 254
Step 2 CK 257

School

Oregon Health & Science University

Specialty

Otolaryngology
"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do." – Pelé
Jeffrey is an empathetic, positive, and detail-oriented tutor who understands the importance of planning ahead when it comes to Step 1. Jeffrey’s score on Step 1 represents not just his broad understanding of complex pathophysiology that shows up on the exam but also the importance of maximizing learning during a dedicated study period. Jeffrey believes selecting the right resources is key to avoiding resource overload, and is fully ready to guide students in this difficult task. He also works hard to provide a detailed and customized study schedule that’s tailored to students’ progress, timeline, and goals. Test-taking can cause a great amount of anxiety and Jeffrey prides himself on working successfully with many students who have struggled with standardized tests in the past but are looking to make a change in their testing strategies. With over six years of tutoring experience in college and medical school, working with students from a wide variety of backgrounds, he is an experienced tutor with outstanding communication skills. Now a third-year medical student, Jeffrey has helped tutor Step 1 material for the last two years and enjoys celebrating the success of students he’s worked with! Throughout this process, you will appreciate Jeffrey’s humor, dedication to your personal goals, and positive yet “ready to work” attitude!

Shoutouts + Accolades

AOA Member

Research Fellowship at Oregon Primate Research Center (2015)

Award of Best Honors Thesis: Cadmium & Arsenic in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Ingram Dr. Bryce
Dr. Bryce Ingram Medical Tutor, MD BIO

WIN - Jay Rock

Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives...In search of the Holy Grail

I have bowled 18 perfect-300 games

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Bryce Ingram

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 254
Step 2 - 264

School

Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Specialty

Pediatrics
“People look at you and say ‘you changed’ as if you worked that hard to stay the same.” – Shawn Corey Carter, aka JAY-Z
Bryce is an enthusiastic, approachable, and encouraging tutor who is passionate about medical education and mentorship. From his own test preparation experience, he understands how organization and a daily dose of diligence can lead to standardized exam success for even the most laid-back people. When he isn’t in the books or at the bedside, you can find Bryce either playing basketball, in a bowling alley, or trying new cuisines and coffee. Bryce knows first-hand how easy it is to feel like there’s no way you can cover all the material necessary. However, he strongly believes in personalizing exam prep in a way that capitalizes on the strengths of his learners so they can meet their full potential.
Bryce found his passion for medical education during medical school, where he was an individual tutor for course exams and USMLE Step1. He also facilitated several small and large group sessions for the basic science curriculum while participating in curriculum development as a fourth-year student. Bryce loves nothing more than creating that “ah-ha” moment for learners, whether it is making sense of a seemingly impossible question or clarifying a foundational basic science concept. He aims to find the balance between being nurturing and challenging to get the absolute best out of his learners. You can count on him to be personally invested in your testing and career success.
Javidi Dr. Leila
Dr. Leila Javidi Medical Tutor BIO

"Tubthumping" by Chumbawamba

I have my black belt in Kenpo Karate...and I own nunchucks.

John Snow (the father of epidemiology, not the honorable lord of Winterfell)

USMLE, COMLEX, SHELF

Dr. Leila Javidi

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 249
Step 2CK - 258

School

St. George's University

Specialty

Family Medicine
"Success is the ability to go from one failure to another with no loss of enthusiasm." ~ Sir Winston Churchill
Dr. Leila Javidi is a Family Medicine Resident with her Masters in Public Health at Mount Carmel St. Ann's, a wonderful community hospital in the heart of Columbus, Ohio (Go Bucks!) where she is actively involved in curriculum development, recruitment, patient safety and medical mission trips. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Saint George’s University and completed her core clerkships at NYU-Lutheran in Brooklyn, NY. Although she had never before considered herself a “standardized test guru”, over the course of her first few years of medical school she developed a fool proof study style that she is eager to share with her students. She loves to teach and she prides herself on her ability to motivate students to achieve their maximum potential. She is most known by her students for her sense of humor, her ‘pep talks’ and her ‘no-excuses’ study mentality.
Kosche Dr. Cory
Dr. Cory Kosche Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Stethoscope, a notebook, 3-4 protein bars

Dark chocolate covered almonds with sea salt

“How Far I’ll Go” – Moana

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Cory Kosche

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 259
Step 2 CK - 265

School

Rush Medical College

Specialty

Dermatology
“Put blinders onto those things that conspire to hold you back, especially the ones in your own head.” – Meryl Streep
Cory is an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who genuinely loves to teach. With over four years of tutoring experience, he is a firm believer that the perfect study strategy is different for each person. Without sounding overly cliche, he’s a big fan of “working smarter, not harder.” To that end, Cory will help you select the most high-yield resources, maximize your studying to reduce wasted time and effort, and create an efficient and comprehensive study schedule. During your tutoring sessions, you can count on him to break down dense, difficult topics into digestible and memorable concepts. Finally, he’s a fun-loving and positive person who is as much your support-system as he is your tutor. So get a good night’s sleep, stock up on snacks, and let’s get started!

Shoutouts + Accolades

AOA Honor Society
Koumas Dr. Chris
Dr. Chris Koumas Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Cinderella man – Eminem

My room has to be immaculate and all surfaces sanitized before every single exam

Achilles of Troy, obviously

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Chris Koumas

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 261
Step 2 CK - 259

School

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Specialty

Neurology
“Παν μέτρον άριστον”, which roughly translates to “Moderation is the key to success”
Chris is a dedicated and highly supportive tutor who has a passion for medical education and helping students reach their full potential. He never tested very well on standardized exams until the USMLE exams, and he feels that he owes his success to well-organized and meticulous preparation. Chris knows that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the amount of content covered by these exams, but he believes that having a tailored study schedule helps students focus on their daily goals and feel reassured that if they stay on track with each day, they will ultimately reach their goal. Although he first started teaching in various undergraduate pre med courses in college, he learned more about medical education in medical school where he facilitated various small and large group sessions, provided one on one tutoring for course exams and USMLE Step 1, developed new OSCE cases, and created a study guide for the neurology clerkship. He loves helping students navigate their way through difficult questions by strategically dissecting vignettes and simplifying seemingly challenging concepts. Chris always strives to achieve a balance between being as supportive and nurturing as possible while challenging his tutees during each session. You can count on him to be as invested in your success as a tutor can possibly be.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Alpha Omega Alpha, Gold Humanism Honor Society, Multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals
Lang Dr. Nichole
Dr. Nichole Lang Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Kiwi and pineapple

Samwise Gamgee

Ecuador!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Nichole Lang

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 250
Step 2 CK - 241

School

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
“Simplify, simplify, simplify.” ~Thoreau
 // “Don’t you think one ‘simplify’ is enough, Henry?” ~Emerson
Nichole graduated summa cum laude from Wheaton College (IL) with degrees in psychology and Spanish literature. She then went on to get her M.A. in psychology at UMass Dartmouth and spent a few years before med school helping kids, teens, and adults get the better of depression, anxiety, and behavior dysregulation. During graduate school, she tutored neuroscience, statistics, and research methodology. A graduate of UMass Medical School, Nichole is now an Emergency Medicine resident at Emory. In her tutoring work, Nichole is known for her meticulous organization and ability to help students create an effective structure and plan for managing their studies. She emphasizes conceptual understanding and attention to hi-yield details, and she ensures that learning remains as questions-based as possible, so that comprehension and application skills are strengthened.
Lee Crystal
Crystal Lee Medical Tutor BIO

Shelter by Porter Robinson and Madeon

Pike Place Instant Starbucks Coffee!

Homemade Popcorn with my spicy seasoning!

USMLE, COMLEX

Crystal Lee

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 253

School

Thomas Jefferson University

Specialty

Ophthalmology
“We each need to find our own inspiration. Sometimes, it is not easy” – Kiki's Delivery Service
Crystal is a diligent, compassionate, positive tutor who understands the difficulty of maintaining a good work-life balance while studying in medical school. She thrived in her pre-clinical coursework with the mantra “slow and steady wins the race” by setting reasonable short-, medium-, and long-term goals over the course of her dedicated. By achieving these goals and taking regularly scheduled “cool down” breaks, she felt confident in taking her exam even with a global pandemic looming on the horizon. Crystal’s passion for tutoring started with teaching karate and taekwondo. During undergrad at UC Berkeley, she was a TA for a freshman general chemistry course for students who had limited chemistry in high school as preparation for pre-med general chemistry. She enjoyed being a mentor to these new freshmen and watching them grow over the semester into experienced college students.

Students can rely on Crystal for helping them select the best resources for their needs; avoiding resource overload; ensuring they know how to use their selected resources—something Crystal did for her fellow classmates during their preclinical years. She is dedicated to creating a strategic and organized plan of attack for her students’ studies and test day tailored to their study style. Crystal and her students are a team—and there’s nothing they can’t accomplish together!

Shoutouts

MPH - Thomas Jefferson University, 2018
Loudon Dr. Nate
Dr. Nate Loudon Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Too many pens, including a fountain pen.

Colorado

Spoonful of peanut butter - crunchy.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Nate Loudon

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 256
Step 2 CK - 271

School

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Interest

Interventional Radiology
“First work smarter, then work harder.” – Unknown
Nate is a hard-working, adaptable, and fun-loving tutor who is passionate about helping medical students increase their understanding of the concepts that underlie the material they study. Prior to medical school, Nate worked as a registered nurse where he was responsible for not only caring for patients but teaching newer nurses as well.

During the first semester of medical school, Nate struggled to find his footing and settle into an efficient study practice that would serve him throughout all 4 years. Thankfully, he was able not only to succeed in medical school but tutor others along the way and matched at an incredible residency program. He is thrilled to offer his perspective and test-taking insight to help students achieve their academic goals through MST!

Shoutouts + Accolades

Member of GHHS and AOA
MacDowell Camden
Camden MacDowell Medical Tutor, PhD BIO

Can't Stop Me Now – Queen

Alaska. I was born and raised there and go back any chance I can get!

Lint

USMLE, COMLEX

Camden MacDowell

Medical Tutor, PhD

Score

Step 1 - 250

School

Princeton University (PhD) and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (MD)

Specialty

TBA - Neuro Interest
“It's a magical world, Hobbes, ol' buddy... Let's go exploring!” – Calvin and Hobbes (Bill Watterson)
Camden is a genuine, supportive tutor who wants his students to succeed. Through his 7+ years of teaching experience – including teaching assistant positions for M1 courses and neuroanatomy labs – Camden knows that every student learns differently. He is here to help you hone-in on the study tools that work best for you and will teach you how to master your approach to any exam.

As your tutor, Camden will show you how to break down questions and get to the root of what the exam-makers are asking (you can beat them at their own game!). Whether you have 4 weeks or 4 months to prepare, Camden will craft a comprehensive strategy about how to approach your studies that is tailored to building your strengths and remedying your weaknesses. Most importantly, Camden believes that an oft-overlooked part of any study schedule is work-life balance: elite athletes take ‘rest days’ to maximize their long-term performance, medical students should as well! You can count on any schedule Camden makes to incorporate (at least a little) time to still live life during your studies. Camden will push you to work hard but to also enjoy the journey, and he is here as a mentor, tutor, and friend throughout the process.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Academic Awards: Recipient of 7 independent research grants/awards including: 2-year NIH Computational Neuroscience Fellowship, Sigma Xi Research Award, and American Neurological Association Conference Travel Award.

Research & Publications: 5 Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals. 1 Patent. 9 works accepted at Conferences, 4 Poster presentations.
McDonald Dr. Michael
Dr. Michael McDonald Medical Tutor BIO

Cheese. All of the cheese.

The beach!

Likely my two cats, Octavia and Augusta.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Michael McDonald

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 263
Step 2 CK: 265

School

Perelman School of Medicine - University of Pennsylvania

Specialty

Anesthesiology
Seek simplicity, and distrust it. ~ Alfred North Whitehead
Michael is a confident, energetic, and insightful tutor who brings nearly a decade of formal tutoring and teaching experience to clerkship and board prep. He has learned that building a strong foundation of physiology will go a long way when layering in pathophysiology during exam prep and has integrated this approach into his tutoring. Michael began tutoring for math and the sciences in high school, and grew his expertise over his four years tutoring and teaching for the MCAT at Kaplan before transitioning to Med School Tutors. He loves seeing his students succeed and has a passion for medical education, which is why he plans to find time to continue tutoring during his residency in Anesthesiology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Michael prides himself on providing his students with a comprehensive and individualized approach to both studying and test day. While providing the support his students require, he holds them accountable and pushes them with difficult probing and honest feedback along their path to test day to identify both strengths and weaknesses. Michael becomes personally involved in his student’s success, and hopes to have the pleasure of having you as his next student!

Shoutouts + Accolades

Publications:
 
Hamilton JZ, Kadunce NT, McDonald MD, Rios L, Matlin AR: Hydroxylamine catalyzed Nazarov cyclizations of divinyl ketones, Tetrahedron Letters 2015; 56(47):6622-6624.
 
McDonald MD, Paik HH, Fairman R, Foley P, Jackson B, Wang G, Stavropoulos SW: Outcomes of type 2 endoleaks detected on venous phase CT arteriography. Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging 2017; in press.
 
Abstracts:
 
McDonald MD, Sandsmark DK, Palakshappa J, Mikkelsen ME, Anderson BJ, Gutsche J: Long-Term Outcomes Following Extracorporeal Life Support for Acute Respiratory Failure. IARS, SOCCA, AUA Joint Conference, Chicago, Il. Apr 2018. Notes: Poster Presentation.
 
McDonald MD, Vernick W, Gutsche J: Acute Respiratory Failure Managed via Interfacility Transport for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Three-Year Experience. IARS, SOCCA, AUA Joint Conference, Chicago, Il. Apr 2018. Notes: Poster Presentation.  
 
Select Awards/Societies:
 
Graduated with Top of the Class Distinction, Perelman School of Medicine Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Phi Beta Kappa Liberal Arts Honor Society American Chemical Society Organic Chemistry Award
Morris Dr. Calli
Dr. Calli Morris Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Skittles (I ate them on every break for the MCAT, medical school exams, and Step exams)!

Occasionally my cats, Queso and Dilla

I love exploring new cities all over the world, but my favorite thus far is Cape Town, South Africa!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Calli Morris

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 244
Step 2 CK - 272
Step 3 - 261

School

University of Missouri School of Medicine

Specialty

Pediatrics
“Where you invest your love, you invest your life” – Mumford & Sons
Calli is an energetic, motivating tutor who loves helping students achieve their full potential. She has always loved to teach, from tutoring high school students in undergrad to giving lectures to medical students as a resident and everything in between. Calli had the unique experience of taking all three Step exams without any dedicated study periods, as her medical school did not have dedicated time off to study for Step 1 or Step 2 CK. Learning to juggle classwork, clinical rotations, and residency while still prioritizing studying has made Calli an expert on time management and effective, efficient study strategies. She is passionate about creating personalized, in-depth study schedules that will allow students to be challenged and reach their goals, but also have fun with the learning process along the way!

Shoutouts

Alpha Omega Alpha

Robert L. Jackson Award for Outstanding Performance in Pediatrics

Sunil Batchu Memorial Award in Pediatrics
Murdock Dr. Moses
Dr. Moses Murdock Medical Tutor, MD BIO

hundreds of novels

I’ve climbed three (inactive) volcanoes

Costa Rica....”Pura Vida!”

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Moses Murdock

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1: 258

School

Perelman School of Medicine - University of Pennsylvania

Specialty

Internal Medicine
Why scurry about looking for the truth? / It vibrates in every thing and every not-thing, right off the tip of your nose. / Can you be still and see it in the mountain? / the pine tree? / yourself? – Hua Hu Ching, Lao Tzu
Moses is a tutor who is excited about partnering with fellow students on their path to a career in medicine. He has lived the full spectrum of standardized test results: after underperforming on the SAT and being rejected from all of his dream undergraduate schools, Moses went on to hone his study techniques and practice better self-discipline. This led to him achieving a great MCAT score and earning acceptances at 15 of the 16 medical schools to which he applied. Moses will bring his 5 years of experience as a personal tutor, peer-mentor, and supplemental instructor into your sessions together. He will craft a study schedule for you that plays to your strengths while tackling your weaknesses with strategies to understand human biology on a deep, intuitive level. You can count on Moses to be there every step of the way as you embark on this test-taking journey: his warm demeanor and borderline nerdy love of science will be sure to ignite your own excitement for learning and help you achieve your goals.

Shoutouts + Accolades

21st Century/Gamble Scholar – full merit scholarship to the Perelman School of Medicine

Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellow

Helped discover a new disease, published in Cell

Lu, W.; Zhang, Y.; McDonald, D.; Jing, H.; Carroll, B.; Robertson, N.; Zhang, Q.; Griffin, H.; Sanderson, S.; Lakey, J.; Morgan, N.; Reynard, L.; Zheng, L.; Murdock, H.; Turvey, S.; Hackett, S.; Prestidge, T.; Hall, J.; Cant, A.; Matthews, H.; Santibanez Koref, M.; Simon, A.; Korolchuk, V.; Lenardo, M.; Hambleton, S.; Su, H. (2014). "Dual Proteolytic Pathways Govern Glycolysis and Immune Competence" (PDF). Cell. 159(7): 1578-1590. doi:10.1016/j.cell.2014.12.001. PMC 4297473 . PMID 25525876.

 
Nguyen Austin
Austin Nguyen Medical Tutor BIO

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Friends

Anything Taylor Swift

USMLE, COMLEX

Austin Nguyen

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 251

School

University of Illinois College of Medicine

Specialty

Orthopedic Surgery
“There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind” – C.S. Lewis
Austin is an energetic, organized, and approachable tutor who has helped countless students find academic success since 2016. In his free time, he loves to play all types of sports and hang out with friends. He enjoys traveling the world and has been to over 30 different countries.

Through his own personal experience with the USMLE STEP 1 exam, Austin learned the importance of early and effective preparation. He is confident that all students can score well on STEP 1 with the right tools, guidance, and mindset. He views tutoring as an opportunity to serve as a mentor and he has enjoyed helping students navigate their academic journey and triumph both inside and outside the classroom. As a tutor, he utilizes open-minded questioning, real-life connections, and teach-back opportunities. He is described by his peers as “approachable and dependable.” His past students describe his “hands-on style that ensures the student is engaged” and his ability to “meet students where they need it most and cater to their unique academic perspective" as key components of what makes Austin an excellent tutor. His goal with every lesson is to help create a learning space that encourages the student to think critically, study efficiently, and ultimately conquer their future endeavors.

Shoutouts

Awards

  • UIC Class of 2019 (summa cum laude)
  • UIC Impact Scholar (Aug 2018 – May 2019)
  • UIC Chancellors Scholarships and Funds Award (Fall 2018 – Spring 2019)
  • 2x Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Recipient (Fall 2017 – Spring 2019)
  • 2x Chancellor’s Student Service Award (Aug 2016 – May 2019)
  • UIC Honors College Academic Excellence Award (Aug 2016 – May 2019)
  • Honors College Research Grant Recipient (Nov 2018)
  • Selected for Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society (May 2019)
  • Selected for Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society (May 2019)

Manuscript Publications:

Austin Q. Nguyen, Garrett K. Harada, Kayla L. Leverich, Krishn Khanna, Philip K. Louie, Bryce A. Basques, Youping Tao, Fabio Galbusera, Frank Niemeyer, Hans-Joachim Wilke, Howard S. An, Dino Samartzis. “The Epidemiology and Clinical Significance of High-Intensity Zones on MRI in the Cervical Spine" Global Spine Journal Nov 2020. PMID: 33203250

Austin Q. Nguyen, Michael P. Foy, Anshum Sood, Mark H. Gonzalez. “Preoperative Risk Factors for Postoperative Urinary Tract Infection Following Primary Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty” The Journal of Arthroplasty. Aug 2020. PMID: 32847708.

Garrett K. Harada, Austin Q. Nguyen, Joseph Michalski, Philip K. Louie, Howard S. An. “Postoperative imaging in the setting of complications: algorithms/imaging modalities for evaluating fluid collections, instrumentation, compression and pseudarthrosis.” Seminars in Spine Surgery. June 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.semss.2020.100786

Garrett K. Harada, Kevin Alter, Austin Q. Nguyen, Youping Tao, Philip K. Louie, Bryce A. Basques, Fabio Galbusera, Frank Niemeyer, Hans-Joachim Wilke, Howard S. An, Dino Samartzis. "Cervical Spine Endplate Abnormalities & Association with Pain, Disability and Adjacent Segment Degeneration after Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion" Spine. Feb 2020. PMID: 32097271
Nguyen Dr. Daniel
Dr. Daniel Nguyen Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Rush Hour 2

I played a ton of competitive tennis in high school and was ranked Texas!

Whey Protein Shake

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Daniel Nguyen

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 248
Step 2 CK - 256

School

Texas Tech Medical School

Specialty

Otolaryngology
“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is you-er than you.” – Dr. Seuss
Daniel Nguyen is an energetic and enthusiastic individual who enjoys applying energy and enthusiasm to his teaching. Daniel learned from his own Step 1 prep that a positive outlook and simplifying problems were the keys to success. He hopes to not only pass along the tools he learned, but also the perspective he gained from the tough but rewarding months leading up to Step 1. Daniel has been tutoring since high school and has always enjoyed passing along knowledge, from a simple algebra question to a complex question stem on the Step 1 exam. Daniel believes that a tutor should teach students with the goal that they do better on their exam than their tutor. He is proud that the medical students who he has tutored at his school have all gone on to score higher than him on Step 1! Daniel believes that being personally invested in his students and customizing the perfect resources and strategies for them is what leads his students to success. Understanding each person's unique strengths and weaknesses, and customizing a strategy and plan to use their strengths to overcome their weaknesses is what Daniel prides himself in. He will always be in your corner and will continue to adapt your study plan in order to help you reach your personal goals.

Shoutouts + Accolades

  • AOA member

  • Has 6 publications along with many research poster presentations

  • Has contributions to large grant proposals and helped written multiple IRBs!
Norman Dr. Kathryn
Dr. Kathryn Norman Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Baby Yoda

Any and all ABBA

Stethoscope, folding clipboard, pens, alcohol swabs, and snacks…lots of snacks.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Kathryn Norman

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 248
Step 2 CK - 260

School

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Interest

Internal Medicine
“I’m not superstitious, but I am a little stitious” – Michael Scott (The Office)
Kathryn is a positive, encouraging, and detail-oriented tutor who has built her approach to test prep through trial and error over the years. She discovered the power of one-on-one teaching and learning early on in medical school and is now a true believer in the value of talking through the material and asking the tough questions in a supportive learning environment. As a result, she works hard to challenge students to identify the limits of their knowledge and support them as they push past those bounds. A lover of color-coded spreadsheets, she also brings a strong sense of structure and time-management to her work, always making sure to leave time for much-needed recharging (not just of your electronic devices—most importantly of yourself)! One of her great passions is mentoring and she has worked in mentorship roles at all stages of her career journey; she feels strongly that a big portion of exam success is identifying and addressing social and emotional barriers. If you work with Kathryn, you can expect her to be your partner as you navigate your journey to exam day, helping you to build content knowledge, hone strategy, and develop test-day confidence.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society (AOA)
Parker Dr. Shelby
Dr. Shelby Parker Medical Tutor, MD, MPH BIO

If I wasn't in medicine, I'd (literally) run away and join the circus! I'm an aerialist, and in my spare time, I'm usually hanging around upside down performing on silks, hammock or lyra/hoop.

"Don't Stop Me Now" – Queen

Gryffindor!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Shelby Parker

Medical Tutor, MD, MPH

Scores

Step 1 - 245
Step 2 CK - 250

School

St. George's University School of Medicine

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
“Never tell me the odds!” – Han Solo
Shelby firmly believes that a successful dedicated test prep period is deeply intertwined with intentional self-care, and she will help you create a well-rounded studying experience by encouraging you to put your own mental, physical and emotional wellness first. You will appreciate her encouraging tutoring style, her sense of humor and relaxed attitude, and her dedication to ensuring that you accomplish your goals.

Shelby started tutoring junior medical students as early as her second semester of medical school, and has continued doing so over the past two years while balancing her own studies, clinical duties, and many extracurricular activities. She loves to see the look in a student's eye when they *finally* begin to understand a difficult concept, and hearing all of her students' success stories as they triumph over their exams. She has a knack for breaking down complicated topics into the simplest of terms, and after working through multiple choice questions with her, you will become an expert at deciphering any clinical vignette you come across on Test Day. You can rely on Shelby to help you create a killer study schedule tailored to your specific goals, a strategic and organized plan of attack for your studies and for test day (quite possibly including a Test Day Pump Up Jams playlist), accountability and honest feedback, and a collaborative teaching style that puts you in charge of your own success.

Shoutouts + Accolades

  • SGU Department of Educational Services (DES) Excellent Facilitator Award x3
  • Dean's List: 2019–2021
  • MPH - St. George's University, 2019
Pedley Dr. Nat
Dr. Nat Pedley Medical Tutor, MD, MBA BIO

I played semi-professional baseball in Berlin

I always keep a two dollar bill in my wallet, in case of emergency.

I have hemiballismus, but I think I look like I have Sydenham chorea.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Nat Pedley

Medical Tutor, MD, MBA

Scores

MCAT - 38
Step 1 - 255
Step 2 CK - 265
Step 3 - 253

School

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Specialty

Internal Medicine
"Tell all the truth but tell it slant — Success in Circuit lies. Too bright for our infirm Delight. The Truth's superb surprise. As Lightning to the Children eased. With explanation kind. The Truth must dazzle gradually. Or every man be blind —" Emily Dickinson
Nat is a warm, engaging, and gifted tutor whose supportive nature will be apparent to you from the start. His experience as a teacher and mentor spans over 10 years, ranging from tutoring the basic sciences to coaching (and playing for) the Berlin Sluggers professional baseball team in Germany! In his time at Columbia, Nat deftly balanced the responsibilities of a dual MD/MBA program while serving as co-leader of the Health Policy Club and the school’s chapter of the Primary Care Progress. He continues to tutor as a third-year Internal Medicine resident in the Primary Care Track at UCLA. This commitment speaks to his mastery of time management as well as his understanding of what it means to study effectively––abilities that he will strive to pass on to you.

Nat will develop a comprehensive and highly personalized study schedule to guide your preparations, one that emphasizes content review, significant practice, enlightening analogies, and attention to test-taking skills. Throughout your sessions together, you’ll be able to count on his focus, candor, and personal investment in your success as he motivates you toward your goal.

Shoutouts

With his business degree from Columbia University, Nat hopes to help transform primary care delivery and get involved in healthcare policy work.
Prasad Dr. Navin
Dr. Navin Prasad Medical Tutor, MD BIO

One side is full of sign outs, the other is full of snacks

Batman!

Patch Adams (it has Robin Williams!)

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Navin Prasad

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 251
Step 2 CK - 257

School

Georgetown University School of Medicine

Specialty

Internal Medicine
“"Never say never, because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion."” – Michael Jordan
Navin is earnest, compassionate, and joyful. He feels strongly that encountering adversity and short-comings should be seen as ways to better oneself, rather than purely negative events. Navin recognized that students have started studying earlier and putting in more money for Step exams, and he was able to perform well without that kind of unnecessary stress by developing an efficient and healthy 40-day study period for his step exams using minimal resources. He believes the keys to success are in one’s preparation strategy more than memorizing or even understanding all of the material. This includes building mental endurance for the length of the exam and simulating exams as close to the real thing as possible, to help mitigate testing anxiety. He recognizes that everyone learns in a different way, and finding what works best for each person is foundational to his tutoring style.

Navin struggled with the MCAT during college, scoring just under the median for matriculating students. With the USMLE exams, his percentile was over 30 points higher than his MCAT scores because he developed strategies that worked for him. Students who work with Navin can expect him to focus on strategies for the test, as well as developing the skills they will need for long-term learning and the ultimate goal of becoming a physician. His students can count on him to be supportive and honest about their progress, to be readily available, and to always push them to raise their own expectations for themselves, all while respecting the emotional roller-coaster that is studying for the USMLE exams.

Shoutouts + Accolades

Publications:
Prasad N, Tavaluc R, Harley E. Thermal injury potential to common operating room materials with fiber optic light sources and endoscopes. Published in American Journal of
Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 2019. doi:10.1016/j.amjoto.2019.05.007
Prasad N, Harley E. The aural foreign body space: A review of pediatric ear foreign bodies and a management paradigm. Published in International Journal of Pediatric Otolaryngology, May 2020. doi:10.1016/j.ijporl.2020.109871
Bergman M, Prasad N, Brumfiel C, Harley E. Neonatal neuroblastoma in otolaryngology: A case and literature review. Published in International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, December 2019. doi:10.1016/j.pedeo.2019.100674
Prybylowski Dr. Ann
Dr. Ann Prybylowski Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Dark chocolate covered pretzels

SET!!!

A Whole New World (Yes, I want to be a Disney Princess)

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Ann Prybylowski

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 273
Step 2 CK - 281
Step 3 - 262

School

University of Pennsylvania

Specialty

Pediatrics
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." ~ Maya Angelou
Ann is an encouraging, spirited and insightful tutor who will take your success as seriously as her own. In her more than 4 years of tutoring and teaching, she has honed her skill at making sessions engaging and enjoyable, while at the same time unpacking even the most complex details into manageable units. As your tutor, Ann will craft a highly organized study schedule unique to your strengths, weaknesses, timeline and goals. She will help you break down complex clinical vignettes and empower you with the strategies needed to succeed on your exam. Ann will place a regimented emphasis on both clinical reasoning skills as well as test-taking strategy, all while making sure that you continue to expand and retain your knowledge base. Throughout your tutoring, Ann will push you to perform at your best while also providing you with warmth and encouragement. We have no doubt she will be a fantastic ally for you!

Shoutouts + Accolades

Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa

Ann did extensive volunteer work in Philadelphia at a women’s refugee clinic as well as at a harm reduction clinic. For her compassion and commitment to service, she was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
Salemme Dr. Patrick
Dr. Patrick Salemme Residency Consultant, MD BIO

Mexico - I lived in various parts of Mexico for almost two years!

Ticket to Ride

Haribo Happy Cherries (they sold these in bulk at the student center during undergrad, and I had no self control every time I walked by the candy wall)

Residency

Dr. Patrick Salemme

Residency Consultant, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 224
Step 2CK - 259
Step 3 - 227

School

Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo

Specialty

Family Medicine
“I guess it’s because we all want to believe that what we do is very important, that people hang on to our very word, that they care what we think. The truth is, you should consider yourself lucky if you even occasionally get to make someone-anyone-feel a little better.” – J.D. from the television series, Scrubs
Patrick is an optimistic, encouraging, and driven Family Medicine resident who quickly learned how to navigate the residency application process and competitively match into his #1 choice for residency! While Step 1 and preclinical coursework were not necessarily the highlight of his ERAS application, he was able to effectively highlight other components of his application, such as clinicals and extracurricular activities, so that residency programs would focus on those, landing him interview invites at over 90% of the 30+ programs he applied to (albeit, he probably applied to too many, but he can talk to you more about that!). He had a lot of great support and mentoring from peers at his own medical school, and is eager to continue sharing advice and counsel rising doctors so that they can match into the residency program of their dreams.

Patrick has already helped return the favor by leading talks at his school outlining advice for the application process and editing their personal statements. He is excited to help medical students with Med School Tutors to highlight the very BEST aspects of their applications. And one thing Patrick can most certainly guarantee – you will always find him smiling along the journey!
Schrum Dr. Jacob
Dr. Jacob Schrum Medical Tutor, MD, Ph.D. BIO

Settlers of Catan

Dunkin’ Donuts black coffee. As a native Iowan, this is proof that New England has grown on me.

That’s a good question…I’ve been in the lab so long I think I lost it.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Jacob Schrum

Medical Tutor, MD, Ph.D.

Scores

Step 1 - 273
Step 2 CK - 269

School

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Specialty

Immunology
Show me a man who lives alone and has a perpetually clean kitchen, and 8 times out of 9 I'll show you a man with detestable spiritual qualities. ~ Charles Bukowski
Jacob is an engaging, empathetic, and extremely skilled educator who is no stranger to working with students 1:1 to realize their full potential. A testament to his teaching prowess, Jacob himself has always been an exemplary scholar. As an undergraduate at Truman State, Jacob earned departmental honors in biology for his research and went on to graduate valedictorian of his class. All while managing to earn three varsity letters for the Men’s Track and Field Team. During his Ph.D., Jacob served as a tutor for a variety of preclinical courses at UMass and was a small group leader for the school’s in-house USMLE prep course. Jacob completed his thesis research on how the immune system fights malarial infection. He has yet to cure a single case of malaria, but he has also avoided infecting anyone with malaria. (First, do no harm.) When he is not pipetting or tutoring, Jacob enjoys running, reading, and eating at Chipotle.
Seay Daniel
Daniel Seay Medical Tutor BIO

New Zealand - Great hiking and better skiing

Snacks (mostly graham crackers)

Super Smash Bros.

USMLE, COMLEX

Daniel Seay

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 257
Step 2 CK - 264

School

University of Texas Medical Branch

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
“Would I rather be feared or loved? Easy. Both. I want people to be afraid of how much they love me.” – Michael Scott
Dan is a dedicated, experienced tutor who has learned several lessons from his own test prep, from the ACT to Step 1. In preparing for all of his exams, he has found that consistency is a key contributor to success, so he is focused on helping you develop the perfect study schedule to fit your needs. He has served as a tutor for standardized exams over the last 9 years, including the ACT, SAT, MCAT, Step 1, and NBME Shelf exams. He has loved helping students reach their academic goals and pushing them to achieve their maximum potential. You can count on Dan to help you develop a solid study plan, and keep you accountable with it as well. He knows that learning styles are unique to each individual, so he will work with you to identify what study resources will best help you learn (and retain!) the information you need. Just as he invests in the lives of his patients, Dan is determined to support you in becoming the best doctor you can be!
Sinnenberg Dr. Lauren
Dr. Lauren Sinnenberg Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Gilmore Girls

Rosie the Riveter

I was featured in Sports Illustrated's "Faces in the Crowd"

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Lauren Sinnenberg

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 258
Step 2 CK - 272

School

University of Pennsylvania

Specialty

Internal Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital
"Alis volat propriis" (Rough translation: "she flies by her own wings") ~ Jesse Quinn Thornton
Lauren is a caring, articulate and insightful tutor who is a natural fit here at MST. Not only has she excelled in medical school and on her board exams, but her extensive volunteer experience - which includes work as an EMT as well as at clinics and healthcare programs - demonstrates her genuine desire to help others. Lauren brings this unique combination of conceptual mastery, mental acuity, and compassion in all her work with students. With over 600 hours of tutoring with MST, she has the experience needed to craft a highly individualized study schedule unique to your strengths, weaknesses, timeline, and goals. Through a holistic emphasis on clinical reasoning, test-taking skills, and structured studying, Lauren will empower you with the tools needed to succeed on your exam - all with the warmth, astuteness and personal investment for which she is known. We have no doubt she will be a tremendous ally for you!
Stoehr Jenna
Jenna Stoehr Medical Tutor BIO

"I Wanna Dance With Somebody" - Whitney Houston

Black Pilot G2 pens, my multicolored stethoscope, extra supplies for dressing changes, and Clif bars!

Settlers of Catan

USMLE, COMLEX

Jenna Stoehr

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 257
Step 2 CK - 267

School

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Interest

Plastic Surgery
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” – Unknown
Jenna wants to maximize your success on the boards and in the wards. She is dedicated, enthusiastic, and passionate about teaching. While her dedicated study periods for Step 1 and Step 2 CK were undoubtedly the most challenging academic experiences of her life, she triumphed by strategically optimizing her time and resources, and she will help you do the same. Jenna has enjoyed tutoring students throughout her academic career, and she especially loved acting as a mentor while working as a residential advisor for two years in an all-freshman dorm in college. One of the most rewarding experiences for her is when a student grasps a difficult concept, and she looks forward to achieving those “light bulb moments” with you. Jenna recognizes that everyone learns best through different styles, so she customizes each session for her students. While tutoring, you can count on her to break down complicated concepts, teach helpful techniques, provide honest feedback, and encourage you every step of the way. She’ll set up a rigorous, but manageable, study schedule, and communicate both during and between sessions to ensure that it’s working for you. You will work together to establish and hone skills that will not only allow you to crush your boards, but also to succeed throughout medical school and beyond!

Shoutouts + Accolades

Publications:

Stoehr JR, Kosche C, Choi JN. Permanent chemotherapy-induced alopecia: awareness and attitudes among health care providers. Support Care Cancer. 2019 Nov 19. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-05169-2.

Wernick B, Hekman, KE, Stoehr, JR, Tomita TM. EVAR Under Local/Sedation: Advantages and Tips. In M.K. Eskandari, W.H. Pearce, & J.S.T. Yao (Ed.), Current Vascular Surgery 2019: 44th Northwestern Vascular Symposium. Northfield: Amika Publishing. 2019 Dec 12.

Stoehr JR, Choi JN, Colavincenzo M, Vanderweil S. Off-Label Use of Topical Minoxidil in Alopecia: A Review. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2019 Jan 2. doi: 10.1007/s40257-018-0409-y.

Rao SS, Stoehr J, Dokic D, Wan L, Decker JT, Konopka K, Thomas AL, Wu J, Kaklamani VG, Shea LD, Jeruss JS. Synergistic effect of eribulin and CDK inhibition for the treatment of triple negative breast cancer. Oncotarget. 2017 Aug 10;8(48):83925-83939.

Rao SS, Bushnell GG, Azarin SM, Spicer G, Aguado BA, Stoehr JR, Jiang EJ, Backman V, Shea LD, Jeruss JS. Enhanced Survival with Implantable Scaffolds That Capture Metastatic Breast Cancer Cells In Vivo. Cancer Research, 2016; 76 (18): 5209.
Stone Dr. Evan
Dr. Evan Stone Medical Tutor, MD BIO

"Evan" in Hebrew means "Stone" in English, so Evan's name is "Stone Stone!"

Bar-style cheese pizza

Tel Aviv

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Evan Stone

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 265
Step 2 CK - 274

School

Sackler School of Medicine

Specialty

Radiology
"This too shall pass!"
Evan is a fun, energetic, and driven tutor who despite having long-term success with multiple-choice tests, found during his own studies for the USMLEs that it takes more than just memorization and pattern recognition; it takes an understanding of personal strengths and weaknesses to achieve academic goals! Having taught for over two years with Med School Tutors while balancing his rigorous residency, Evan has helped numerous students conquer Step 2 CK, as well as shelf exams and COMLEX Level 2. Evan is known for his intuition and strengths in utilizing an individualized approach to question dissection and analysis, identifying and correcting cognitive barriers, and most importantly, connecting deeply to the success of his students. He loves receiving e-mails from prior students ecstatic with their successes and career paths! Working with Evan will be a fun and rewarding experience for both you and him!
Su Dr. William
Dr. William Su Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Super Smash Bros

Japan!

Way too many old Amazon boxes

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. William Su

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 261
Step 2 CK - 259

School

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Specialty

Radiation Oncology
"I, I shake it off, I shake it off" – Taylor Swift
Will is a dedicated and encouraging tutor who is passionate about helping students excel on the USMLE. He has been teaching others since high school starting with statistics and chemistry and has continued to teach during his journey through medicine. He is particular about ensuring students understand the principles that can be applied to broad concepts instead of rote memorization. He is efficient when tackling questions and adapts to each student’s individual needs. Having recently gone through the USMLE preparation process recently, Will understands the importance of a disciplined and realistic study regimen. He will partner with you on this road to success and will push you to achieve your goals.
Sullivan Dr. Tom
Dr. Tom Sullivan Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Heroes by David Bowie

Rick and Morty

Anything with peanut butter!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Tom Sullivan

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 260
Step 2 CK - 243

School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Specialty

Emergency Medicine
"A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge" – Tyrion Lannister
Tom is a dedicated, compassionate and encouraging tutor who has experience helping students succeed throughout medical school. He has always been a passionate teacher, starting as early as high school working as a climbing instructor with young kids. He has spent time as a teaching assistant, and has volunteered many hours as a student mentor and tutor for pre-medical students. Tom also continually acts as a tutoring resource for his colleagues throughout medical school, and was selected to lead his peers as a chief student in core clinical rotations. By obtaining a masters in biomedical sciences, Tom has an unshakeable foundation in the preclinical sciences, including biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, and especially neuroscience. Tom learned from Step 1 that the key to success was to have a few strong resources in his corner, and to focus on weaknesses, living by the mantra, “you’re only as strong as your weakest link." Through hard work and dedication, Tom lives to see his students perform at their true potential. Using an adaptive study plan with a focus on test taking strategy, personal strengths, and shoring up weaknesses, Tom will push any student to excel.

Shoutouts + Accolades

  • 2018 Gala Academic Scholarship
  • 2017 Lester Lages Endowed Academic Scholarship Fund
Sun James
James Sun Medical Tutor BIO

Taiwan - home of the best bubble tea, beef noodle soup, and dim sum

Just Dance

The ability to fall asleep any time, any where

USMLE, COMLEX

James Sun

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 252

School

NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Specialty

Neurosurgery
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together” – African proverb
James believes that deep work is the key to success but also understands the importance of having a life outside of work. His goal is to maximize the efficiency of your studying so that you can obtain the score you want without giving up the things that you enjoy. He has trawled the Reddit threads to find the best insights and resources so that you don’t have to waste time searching for them. He will work with you to craft a realistic study plan, not one that requires 12 hour study days and memorizing 20,000 flashcards.
James received his BA in economics from Harvard University and completed his post-baccalaureate at the University of Pennsylvania. As someone who didn’t major in the sciences, James is able to take difficult concepts and explain them clearly without using technical language or assuming background knowledge.
Besides tutoring, James also has experience leading recitations for an undergraduate neuroscience course at NYU. James finds teaching immensely gratifying and is always available for his students whenever they need him. James knows that nothing important was ever accomplished alone and is grateful for all of the people who helped him achieve his target score. He is excited to pay it forward and partner with you on your journey to achieve your goals.
Than Dr. Jeff
Dr. Jeff Than Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Sugar, We're Goin Down – Fall Out Boy

Chocolate covered espresso beans!

I love playing basketball and one day hope to be good at it!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Jeff Than

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 267

School

Baylor College of Medicine

Specialty

Internal Medicine
“Nothing in this world that’s worth having comes easy. ” – Dr. Kelso, Scrubs
Jeff learned quickly while studying for Step 1 that it wouldn’t be possible to simply memorize the massive amount of information. As a former business consultant, he used an analytical approach to break down complex topics into clearly organized schema that helped him understand and retain the knowledge. His passion for teaching led him to tutoring roles throughout his undergraduate and medical studies. Jeff will use this passion and ability to simplify complex topics to help you rock the exam! You can rely on Jeff to focus your studies on a handful of high-yield resources while efficiently developing a strong knowledge base through questions and interactive discussions. He will also help you dissect questions and translate the cryptic exam language to optimize your test-taking strategies. Most of all, you can trust that Jeff will be a partner and resource for you during your Step 1 journey!
Thomson Cameron
Cameron Thomson Medical Tutor BIO

Mini cupcakes

Stowe, Vermont because it has great skiing in the winter and awesome hiking in the summer

Operation, obviously!

USMLE, COMLEX

Cameron Thomson

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 249
Step 2 CK - 261

School

University of Massachusetts Medical School

Interest

Orthopedic Surgery
“Mini cupcakes? As in the mini version of regular cupcakes? Which is already a mini version of cake? Honestly, where does it end with you people?” – Kevin Malone
Cameron is a friendly, encouraging, thoughtful tutor who understands the challenges of conquering the USMLE exams. He believes that building and applying a thorough, foundational understanding of concepts is the best approach to answering questions, and he is dedicated to helping students master those skills. His teaching experience has ranged from training dogs (and their owners) at dog obedience school to undergraduate biology students, and he has a passion for explaining difficult concepts in a common-sensical manner. He is able to break down complicated principles into simple, easy-to-manage bits so that students can apply them to correctly answer questions. In addition to bolstering test-taking skills, he helps students hone and develop long-term strategies to ensure success on test day and beyond. While working with Cameron to prepare for your USMLE exam, expect to feel motivated, uplifted, and empowered to succeed while having a few laughs along the way.

Shoutouts

A member of the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor Society
Tomasevich Kelly
Kelly Tomasevich Medical Tutor BIO

White cheddar cheetos and sour patch kids

Patagonia

Currently, ski boots and a yoga mat!

USMLE, COMLEX

Kelly Tomasevich

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 261
Step 2 - CK 273

School

University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery
“I don't care if this is nuts, and I don't care if it hurts. I'm doing it. I'm gonna climb this insanely high mountain. Watch me.” – Stick It
Kelly is a friendly, goal-oriented, and encouraging tutor who understands the challenges and pressure associated with the USMLE exams. After receiving an MCAT score significantly lower than her practice tests, Kelly was determined to overcome her testing anxiety for the USMLE exams and is dedicated to helping students overcome similar obstacles. She believes in a repetition-oriented study approach through flashcards, practice questions, and tutoring sessions, as well as in the importance of simulating testing conditions during practice exams. Kelly's teaching experience ranges from teaching undergraduate students a TA in cellular biology, and teaching high school students attending the biotechnology program at the National Student Leadership Conference. She is eager to help students hone their test-taking strategies, break down complicated vignettes and concepts, and design killer customized study schedules tailored to students' progress, timeline, and goals. While working with Kelly in preparation for your USMLE exam, expected to feel challenged, motivated, and empowered, with a few laughs along the way!
Trainer Dr. Michael
Dr. Michael Trainer Medical Tutor, MD BIO

"I Believe in a Thing Called Love" by The Darkness

Euchre

Parks and Recreation

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Michael Trainer

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 254
Step 2 CK - 259

School

Mercer University School of Medicine

Specialty

Neurology
“We should take care not to make the intellect our god. It has, of course, powerful muscles, but no personality. It cannot lead, it can only serve.” – Albert Einstein
Michael is a neurology resident at UCSF. He understands the rigor and mental toll of standardized exams and has the focus and know-how to get you through it in one piece. Michael’s teaching career includes experience as an undergraduate tutor for the UGA Athletic Association, instructor for the Duke Talent Identification Program, and the founder of peer-to-peer tutoring services at his medical school. His favorite things to teach include whole-body physiology, neuroanatomy, and pharmacology. His teaching style centers around breaking down complicated vignettes and helping students navigate the “game” part of the exam, with a focus on making the most efficient use of your time studying and on test day.
Varela Roberto
Roberto Varela Medical Tutor BIO

1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL (if you know, you know)

I ran 13 miles in Paris

A can of Starbucks Vanilla double shot energy (No I'm not sponsored, but I wish I was!)

USMLE, COMLEX

Roberto Varela

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 259

School

Rush Medical College

Specialty

Neurosurgery
“I’d rather be a lamppost in Chicago than a millionaire in any other city.” – William A. Hulbert
J. Roberto Varela is a supportive, energetic, and encouraging person who wants to make Step 1 studying less stressful than it already is by ensuring effective studying while maintaining mental health. From tutoring in high school, to teaching other students surgical procedures as a part of his undergraduate research project, to helping tutor M1 students, Roberto has always had a passion for teaching and wishes to continue this in the future as an aspiring surgeon.

Students can rely on Roberto to help them focus on their weaknesses and to help them select and use resources that will make their studying effective. Additionally, he will be able to help break down complicated questions/topics and then build and add on the high-yield details. He is also excited to help improve a student's test-taking strategy as this is such a crucial component of being able to apply their knowledge on exam day.
Walker Dr. Clay
Dr. Clay Walker Medical Tutor, MD BIO

Played D3 soccer in college and played in the NCAA tournament twice

Breaking Bad... Just kidding, I actually don't like chemistry

Anywhere as long as the company is good!

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Clay Walker

Medical Tutor, MD

Scores

Step 1 - 246
Step 2 CK - 264

School

The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine

Specialty

Physical medicine and rehabilitation
"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard." – Time Notke
Clay is a dedicated, patient and supportive tutor who just completed both USMLE exams. With those experiences still fresh in mind, Clay understands the stress of studying for board exams and is excited to share his study strategies with students. He believes that with a regimented study schedule, regular exercise and plenty of sleep, everyone can achieve their test taking goals. Clay has served as a paid tutor throughout undergrad and medical school so he brings multiple years of tutoring experience to his work with MST. What he enjoys most about tutoring is finding out how a student learns best, and then tailoring sessions and study schedules to fit that mold. Clay considers his strengths at MST to be breaking down complicated vignettes; developing killer, detailed, and customized study schedule based on students’ study preferences and progress; and being personally invested in students’ success. He knows that the only way to be successful is by giving your best effort, and he’ll be sure to support you in doing so!

Shoutouts + Accolades

Junior AOA
Published in Telemedicine and e-Health
Wang Kevin
Kevin Wang MCAT Tutor BIO

I know all the lyrics to every single song in Les Miserables by heart.

Perfect - Ed Sheeran

Iceland!

MCAT

Kevin Wang

MCAT Tutor

Score

MCAT - 517

School

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Specialty

TBA
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. ” – Dr. Seuss
Kevin is a careful and hardworking tutor who understands the dedication necessary to succeed on the MCAT. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2019 and is currently taking a year off while applying to medical school. His experience taking the MCAT as an undergraduate has given him an extensive knowledge bank on all things MCAT, and he hopes to be able to share how he was able to utilize all the resources available to him in order to make every minute of studying as efficient as it could be. Kevin has been teaching ever since he was a high school senior when he was an SAT instructor and has been teaching MCAT for over a year as a class instructor and private tutor. As your tutor, Kevin will teach you how to create a study schedule that will make the MCAT seem like a walk in the park, how to think exactly like the MCAT test-makers and ensure that you fully understand each concept that will be assessed. Kevin wants you to feel comfortable with each session as if he is a close friend just giving you some extra help with MCAT material!
Zaret Dina
Dina Zaret Medical Tutor BIO

An endless supply of pajamas

Making delicious "clean out the fridge" meals (cheese helps)

I wear reading glasses like an 80-year-old librarian

USMLE, COMLEX

Dina Zaret

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 250

School

Sidney Kimmel Medical College

Specialty

TBA
“Do we settle for the world as it is, or do we work for the world as it should be?” – Michelle Obama, Becoming
Dina is an energetic, motivated, and passionate Philadelphian who values a healthy work-life balance. She learned how to be as efficient as possible when studying to make sure there was always time to go for a run or cook a big bowl of chili. She always did fine during preclinical years of medical school but was never top of the pack. When the time came for Step 1 she dialed in her focus, and with support from friends and family, she pushed herself to her max. She is here to be your cheerleader, to push you to succeed and to remind you life is all about balance. She's not here to lecture you; she's here to help you be the best learner and test taker you can be, and always treat you with respect.
Zimmerman Dr. Zachary
Dr. Zachary Zimmerman Medical Tutor BIO

I hope it would be cool enough to be Space Jam!

Cards Against Humanity

I was a Classics major in college, studying Ancient Greek language, poetry, art, and architecture.

USMLE, COMLEX

Dr. Zachary Zimmerman

Medical Tutor

Scores

Step 1 - 257
Step 2 CK - 268

School

Florida State University

Specialty

Otolaryngology
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." ~ Wayne Gretzky
Zach is a fourth year medical student at Florida State University College of Medicine pursuing a residency in otolaryngology. He has been committed in his medical studies, has honored every rotation, and was inducted into AOA for his volunteerism, professionalism, academics and leadership. Zach has a passion for medical education and has been a teaching assistant, a USMLE q-bank question author/editor, and a mentor throughout medical school.
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