As a current resident physician in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, I know exactly what it takes to perform in the top 1% of academic medicine and conquer highly competitive standardized exams. My educational journey began as high school salutatorian, after which I graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCLA for my undergraduate degree. I remained at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for my MD, ultimately matching into Plastic Surgery—statistically one of the most fiercely competitive...
As a current resident physician in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, I know exactly what it takes to perform in the top 1% of academic medicine and conquer highly competitive standardized exams. My educational journey began as high school salutatorian, after which I graduated Summa Cum Laude from UCLA for my undergraduate degree. I remained at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for my MD, ultimately matching into Plastic Surgery—statistically one of the most fiercely competitive residency programs in the country. Because I have successfully navigated the most rigorous academic hurdles, I know how to help you do the exact same.
Over the last 8 years, I have provided extensive one-on-one tutoring and mentorship to pre-med, and medical students. My experience ranges from tutoring foundational undergraduate sciences to intensive, high-yield board prep for the USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3 exams. Beyond traditional academic tutoring, I also specialize in medical school and residency admissions consulting. I have successfully guided applicants through personal statement editing, ERAS application strategy, and high-stakes mock interviews, specifically tailored for those aiming at top-tier programs and highly competitive surgical subspecialties.
My teaching methodology goes far beyond rote memorization. For exam preparation, I focus heavily on "third-order" clinical reasoning, active recall, and strategic test-taking skills—teaching you how to dissect a vignette and eliminate distractors the way board examiners intend. For admissions consulting, my approach is narrative-driven; we will work collaboratively to highlight your unique strengths and craft an application that stands out to admissions committees. Whether you need a structured study schedule to crush your shelf exams or an expert eye to perfect your residency application, our sessions will be meticulously tailored to your specific goals and learning style.
