Member Resources
EMED Member Drive
The Drive is where we place member-only materials and information. Items on the drive include a physician shadowing list, MCAT study tips, helpful guides, etc. If you've signed up through VolLink, you have access to this resource by clicking the drive logo to the right (or below on mobile). If you do not have access, please request it by emailing contact@emedutk.org
2022-23 Elections Information
To run for an executive position you must create a slide for election presentations on 4/23 and submit an interest form with the presentation slide attached. Below is the link for the template slide. Please create a copy in your own google drive and then edit the slide there including a headshot, your name, the positions you are running for, and a little information about you. Your form must be submitted by 4/22 11:59pm to be considered for an executive position in 22-23. For any questions please send an email to emedexec@gmail.com.
Summer Research or Shadowing Programs
This exhaustive list has almost all summer research opportunities in the United States listed. However, be aware most applications open late fall semester and close in January.
Access the list here: https://people.rit.edu/gtfsbi/Symp/summer.htm#skiprit.edu
Medical explorers program at UTMC: http://gsm.utmck.edu/medexp/apply.cfm
Tips and Tricks:
Below is a list of articles, web-pages, and guides that give interesting information on different aspects of the application process. They are listed by category. If you find something worth putting on the list, email it to contact@emedutk.org
AMCAS Application
Medical School Requirements:
AAMC Medical School Admission Requirements (Official)
Costs ~$30 for 1-year subscription
MCAT Preparation:
Valuable information and assistance
Possibly one of the most valuable study resources
Interval training with flashcards
pre-made sets located in Drive
Interview Strategies:
Letters of Recommendation:
How do I effectively solicit a strong letter of recommendation from a professor
Every Question You Have About Letters of Recommendation for Medical School