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Where medical students can stumble in pass-fail preclerkship courses

Pass-fail assessment is the norm in preclerkship courses. These tips can help medical students optimize their learning and avoid missteps.

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Ahead of clerkships, medical students can boost their EHR skills

One big adjustment in clerkship is the EHR. A great AMA learning series can help you work more effectively and efficiently in the EHR.

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How and when medical students should seek early clinical exposure

Though academics come first, shadowing, scribing, or volunteering in a free clinic can help medical students hone other vital skills before clerkship. 

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This tool can help medical students get ready for clerkship

Success in your clerkship rotation starts before you walk onto the wards. Learn how to build clinical reasoning and prep for common presentations.

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5 shelf-exam study habits to help medical students boost performance

A test-prep expert offers tips for building a flexible shelf-exam study routine and making the most of every minute during clinical clerkships. 

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7 clinical rotation tips from experienced physicians

With insights on scheduling, growing your knowledge base and finding specialty fit, this advice will help you master clinical rotations.

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4 things to know before you start clinical rotations

Clerkship rotations are your chance to shine. Get tips on collaboration, situational awareness and how to make lasting, positive impressions.

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Answering top medical student questions about away rotations

From planning to performance, find out how away rotations can support your Match goals—and whether they’re necessary for your preferred specialty.

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What I wish I knew in medical school about away rotations

An emergency medicine attending draws from his experience, offering tips on how to maximize away rotations for learning and self-discovery.

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