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Tips on surviving—and thriving—during your first year of medical school

By The DO Staff

01.12.22

The first year of medical school can be intimidating and overwhelming, with students facing new challenges every day. It’s not for the faint of heart, but as those who have made it through will tell you, it is doable. In this article, med students who have completed their first year and an advisor who has seen many go through the process give their advice on how to not only survive, but also thrive, as a new medical student.