Your Essential Companion on the Journey to Medicine
Written by internationally recognised educators and doctors, The Unofficial Guide to Getting into Medical School is more than a book, it’s a blueprint for aspiring doctors. Whether you're just beginning to consider a career in medicine or are deep in the application process, this award-winning, best-selling guide delivers everything you need to succeed in one of the most competitive fields in the world.
As a Medefine Academy student, you have the unique opportunity to learn directly from the authors, leaders in medical education, passionate about widening access and empowering future healthcare professionals.
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"An invaluable resource for anyone considering a career in medicine. This guide offers practical, evidence-based insights that demystify the application process and empower students to present their best selves."
Dr Michael Dixon
Medical Advisor to HM King Charles III Chair, The College of Medicine (UK)
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"This book comes from experience of the nightmare that many young students face trying to become doctors. I wish there had been such a useful and easy accessible guide when I decided medicine was for me! I can see it will be an invaluable tool to hold the hand of any prospective medical student and guide them along the first path towards becoming a medical practitioner. Luck has a part to play but preparation is paramount to make it over the first hurdle and this book has it all."
Professor Peter Abrahams MBBS FRCS(ED) FRCR DO(Hon) FHEA.
Prof Emeritus of Clinical Anatomy.
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"This highly readable book debunks some of the myths associated with successful application to medical school and will be of benefit to applicants, careers advisors and teachers. Painstakingly researched using personal testimonies from current medical students this book succeeds in demystifying the application process. Widening participation remains one of the big challenges in Medicine today. This book demystifies the application process and gives welcome encouragement to all contemplating applying to UK Medical schools."
Dr Kate Lovett.
Dean, Royal College of Psychiatrists
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"This unique book represents a comprehensive step by step guide of the medical school application process. Its content is based on real life examples shared by hundreds of successful medical students and current applicants. The style of writing is inspirational and motivational at times, empowering medical applicants to aspire reaching their full potential."
Dr Mahiben Maruthappu.
Senior Fellow to the CEO of the NHS and Chair of the UKMSA.
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