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MD/MBA|Incoming Dermatology Resident |267 USMLE Step 2
Max O.

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Hi, I’m Max!

I’m an incoming MD/MBA Dermatology Resident and scored 267 on USMLE Step 2. I graduated Summa Cum Laude in Physiology from the University of Arizona and earned my joint MD/MBA at UAB Heersink School of Medicine. I help high school, college, and medical students boost exam scores, master challenging science concepts, and achieve their academic goals.

My Background & Teaching Experience:

-Earned a Fulbright Scholarship to teach English to university professors, developing...

Hi, I’m Max!

I’m an incoming MD/MBA Dermatology Resident and scored 267 on USMLE Step 2. I graduated Summa Cum Laude in Physiology from the University of Arizona and earned my joint MD/MBA at UAB Heersink School of Medicine. I help high school, college, and medical students boost exam scores, master challenging science concepts, and achieve their academic goals.

My Background & Teaching Experience:

-Earned a Fulbright Scholarship to teach English to university professors, developing a passion for teaching and simplifying complex ideas

-Completed a research year, co-authoring 35 publications, strengthening analytical and problem-solving skills

-Provide med school and residency guidance, including personal statements, interview prep, and career planning

My Teaching Approach:

-Hands-on, personalized learning tailored to your needs

-Active learning & repetition — practice, apply, and retain concepts efficiently

-Learn from mistakes — turning errors into opportunities for improvement

-Creative, real-world explanations — making even tough topics digestible

What You Can Expect:

-Personalized Lessons: Tailored to your strengths, weaknesses, and learning style

-Engaging Methods: Active strategies that make studying both effective and enjoyable

-Open Communication: Approachable, flexible, and always ready to answer questions or adjust lessons

Results Students Achieve:

-Raise scores by 15–35+ points and improve grades

-Build confidence in science and test-taking skills

-Receive insightful guidance on med school and residency applications

Cancellation Policy:

24 hrs notice: No fee

<24 hrs notice: 50% fee

No-show: 100% fee

Emergency flexibility: I understand unexpected situations and will work with you

Ready to Get Started?

Message me today with your course or exam goals. I’ll create a personalized plan to help you succeed academically and professionally

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Education

University of Arizona
Physiology
UAB Heersink School of Medicine
MD
UAB Collat School of Business
MBA

Additional Languages

Spanish

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Approved Subjects

Anatomy

Anatomy

While in college, I served as an Anatomy TA, where I guided students through both introductory and advanced organ systems-based anatomy and physiology courses. With my current medical training as an MD/MBA, I bring a deep, clinically relevant understanding of human anatomy that goes beyond basic coursework. I’ve taught and mentored students in areas such as the skeletal, muscular, and neurological systems, helping them navigate complex concepts at both the foundational and advanced levels. My medical school experience further refined my ability to simplify and explain intricate anatomical structures, allowing me to provide students with a comprehensive, practical understanding that bridges classroom theory with real-world medical applications.
Biology

Biology

As an MD/MBA, I specialize in tutoring both AP Biology and college-level biology, and I am deeply familiar with all aspects of these subjects—from foundational concepts to more advanced material. I have helped students excel in their AP exams and college courses, achieving high grades and mastering complex biological concepts. Whether you're preparing for the AP Biology exam or tackling challenging college-level topics, my tailored approach ensures that you not only grasp the material but also perform at your best in exams and coursework.
Business

Business

As a recent MD/MBA graduate, I have a unique view and specialize in helping individuals with career guidance. I have helped previous students with projects, career planning, and overall business strategy.
Career Development

Career Development

As a former Fulbright Scholar and an incoming MD/MBA Resident, I have guided students in key areas of career development, including resume building, self-marketing, and public speaking. With my diverse background, I understand the importance of presenting oneself confidently and effectively in both academic and professional settings. I take great pride in helping my students achieve their career and personal goals, offering tailored advice that empowers them to succeed in their chosen fields and beyond. Whether it's refining your professional presence or preparing for future opportunities, I'm dedicated to supporting your growth every step of the way.
Chemistry

Chemistry

As an MD/MBA, I specialize in tutoring both AP Chem and college-level chemistry, and I am deeply familiar with all aspects of these subjects—from foundational concepts to more advanced material. I have helped students excel in their AP exams and college courses, achieving high grades and mastering complex biological concepts. Whether you're preparing for the AP Chem exam or tackling challenging college-level topics, my tailored approach ensures that you not only grasp the material but also perform at your best in exams and coursework.
College Counseling

College Counseling

As an incoming MD/MBA resident and former Fulbright Scholar, I have experience on multiple review committees for higher education. I have helped countless students receive acceptance to their dream programs, and pride myself on providing constructive and thoughtful feedback that helps students describe to committees who they really are. I would love to have the opportunity to work with you to help you refine your essays and applications so that they are concise, strong, and overall excellent.
Epidemiology

Epidemiology

As someone who has authored 35+ papers, I am well-versed in both general and specialized niches of epidemiology. I am happy to connect to talk about healthcare and population dynamics, and public/global health.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I spent a year as a Fulbright Scholar in Colombia teaching English, and am familiar with all types and styles of learning. I work with individuals from A1-C2, and am fluent in Spanish as well. I look forward to working together.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I have authored over 35 peer-reviewed publications and have extensive experience editing and reviewing manuscripts across various fields for publication. In addition, I specialize in proofreading and refining applications for college, graduate school, jobs, and medical residency. Whether it's a research paper or a personal statement, I bring a meticulous eye for detail and a deep understanding of what makes an application stand out. My goal is to help you present your best work and achieve success in your academic and professional pursuits.
Geography

Geography

I received a score of 5 on the Human AP Human Geography examination, and have helped other students improve their scores.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

I have extensive experience preparing medical students for residency mock interviews, helping them build confidence and improve their interview skills to secure impressive residency placements. While I specialize in dermatology and internal medicine mock interviews, I have also assisted students across a wide range of specialties, tailoring each session to meet the specific needs of their field. Whether you're preparing for your first interview or refining your approach, I’m here to help you stand out and achieve your residency goals!
MBA

MBA

As an incoming MD/MBA resident, I have a unique view and specialize in helping individuals with career guidance. I have helped previous students with projects, career planning, and overall business strategy.
Neuroscience

Neuroscience

I have extensive experience tutoring neuroscience at all levels, from introductory courses to more advanced topics. With a strong understanding of both theoretical and clinical neuroscience, I’ve helped students achieve high grades on their school-based exams as well as on the USMLE. My approach tailors to each learner’s needs, ensuring mastery of complex concepts and success in both coursework and standardized exams.
Nursing

Nursing

As an MD/MBA and former anatomy TA, I specialize in tutoring nursing students in anatomy and physiology, offering both medical expertise and teaching experience. With a deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology, I break down complex topics like organ systems and cellular processes into clear, digestible concepts. My approach is designed to not only help you excel in exams but also deepen your understanding of how these subjects apply to nursing practice. I create an interactive and engaging learning environment that builds confidence and mastery, helping you achieve your academic and professional goals in nursing.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

As an MD/MBA and former Fulbright Scholar, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise, strategic communication skills, and cross-cultural perspective to personal statement editing. My medical training equips me with a deep understanding of the qualities admissions committees seek in future healthcare professionals, while my business education sharpens my ability to convey ideas with clarity, impact, and narrative flow. The Fulbright experience honed my ability to adapt messaging to diverse audiences and articulate complex ideas with nuance. Together, these experiences allow me to help applicants craft personal statements that are authentic, compelling, and strategically positioned for success.
Physiology

Physiology

While in college, I served as an Anatomy TA, where I guided students through both introductory and advanced organ systems-based anatomy and physiology courses. With my current medical training as an MD/MBA, I bring a deep, clinically relevant understanding of human anatomy that goes beyond basic coursework. I’ve taught and mentored students in areas such as the skeletal, muscular, and neurological systems, helping them navigate complex concepts at both the foundational and advanced levels. My medical school experience further refined my ability to simplify and explain intricate anatomical structures, allowing me to provide students with a comprehensive, practical understanding that bridges classroom theory with real-world medical applications.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I have authored over 35 peer-reviewed publications and have extensive experience editing and reviewing manuscripts across various fields for publication. In addition, I specialize in proofreading and refining applications for college, medical/PA/NP school, jobs, and medical residency. Whether it's a mock interview, research paper, or a personal statement, I bring a meticulous eye for detail and a deep understanding of what makes an application stand out. My goal is to help you present your best work and achieve success in your academic and professional pursuits.
Psychology

Psychology

As an MD/MBA, I bring a unique blend of medical knowledge and teaching experience to help students excel in both introductory and AP-level psychology courses. I’ve successfully guided students to achieve top scores, including 5s on their AP Psychology exams. My approach focuses on making complex psychological concepts accessible and engaging, ensuring students not only master the material but also develop the critical thinking skills needed for success in their exams.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

With over 10 years of public speaking experience, I help my students build confidence through a method centered on repetition, energy, and positive reinforcement. While teaching in Colombia, I coached students on effective public speaking techniques, and many went on to deliver TED-style talks in English in front of their university. My approach empowers students to not only improve their speaking skills but also to feel confident and composed in any setting.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

As an MD and MBA with over 35 peer-reviewed publications, I bring a strong foundation in both scientific rigor and strategic communication. My experience spans clinical research, academic writing, and interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing me to guide projects from conceptualization to polished final drafts. I have worked with individuals from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, helping them develop, refine, and successfully defend theses and other scholarly works. This breadth of experience equips me to provide both technical precision and clear, compelling presentation in academic writing.
USMLE

USMLE

With a Step 2 score of 267 (in the 90th percentile), I bring both proven success and extensive tutoring experience to help students achieve their USMLE goals. Over the years, I’ve worked with dozens of students, guiding them to reach and often exceed their target scores. My approach centers around making learning fun and interactive, using question-based techniques that actively engage students and reinforce key concepts. I tailor each session to the individual, ensuring that we focus on areas of weakness while also building overall test-taking strategies. If you're looking to improve your score in a way that’s both effective and enjoyable, my personalized, results-driven approach is designed to help you succeed on the USMLE.
Writing

Writing

I have authored over 35 peer-reviewed publications and have extensive experience editing and reviewing manuscripts across various fields for publication. In addition, I specialize in proofreading and refining applications for college, graduate school, jobs, and medical residency. Whether it's a research paper or a personal statement, I bring a meticulous eye for detail and a deep understanding of what makes an application stand out. My goal is to help you present your best work and achieve success in your academic and professional pursuits.
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FANTASTIC TUTOR!

Working with Max was one of the best decisions I made in preparing for my fellowship interviews. The value I gained from our mock interview sessions was truly exceptional. Max’s structured approach and insightful feedback completely transformed the way I approached interview questions. He taught me how to effectively highlight my positive qualities, provide meaningful examples of how I’ve demonstrated them in the past, and articulate how I plan to apply those same strengths to excel during fellowship training. Each mock interview felt like a real experience, and by the end of our sessions, I noticed a remarkable improvement in both my confidence and delivery. Max’s ability to identify subtle areas for refinement, while keeping the sessions supportive and encouraging made all the difference. During me interviews, I felt composed, prepared, and genuinely ready to showcase my best self. I would wholeheartedly recommend Max to anyone preparing for residency or fellowship interviews. His teaching style, professionalism, and depth of experience make him an outstanding resource for anyone aiming to perform at their highest potential.

Michael, 2 lessons with Max

Max is phenomenal!

I scheduled a two hour session with Max to prepare for my med school interview. He was punctual, very professional, highly knowledgeable, and very well-mannered. He broke things down in an easy to understand process and was very efficient and effective with our time. He went through my personal statement and other school materials before our tutoring session. You can tell that Max is passionate about what he does and care about his students.

Russ, 1 lesson with Max

Very patient and sharp! Gave precise feedback to help with the research article

Max helped with the brief research article my son had written He gave precise feedback and gave links to journals we could use to get ideas from for each section of teh journal which I think was very helpful for my son!

Charu, 4 lessons with Max

Confident, Friendly, and Flexible

Max helped me with ERAS application, he was very accommodating and flexible to work with! He is very articulate and knowledgeable! Highly recommended.

Mira, 2 lessons with Max

Patient and easy to understand Tutor

Over the past few months, Max has been a tremendous resource in helping me understand fundamental biology for my career goals. As someone who has not taken biology since high school, Max uses very easy analogies and asks me to repeat what he just explained in my own words - something that more tutors should do. I highly recommend Max as a tutor for the subjects he teaches!

Bryant, 8 lessons with Max

Great teacher, very patient, highly recommend!

I’m a first year veterinary student and Max has been helping me a lot in immunology. I really like the fact that he doesn’t just give me the answers, he has me explain the concepts to him and then helps me in areas get a deeper understanding of the concepts. Ever since I started working with Max my exam scores have increased drastically. Would recommend him to anyone who is struggling in immunology or really any subject

David, 5 lessons with Max

great teacher

Max is very knowledgeable and patient and he knows how to make complicated topics more simple to understand. And he gives lots of encouragement to know you are on the right track.

Sandy, 4 lessons with Max

great teacher

Max is very knowledgeable and patient and he knows how to make complicated topics more simple to understand. And he gives lots of encouragement to know you are on the right track.

Sandy, 4 lessons with Max

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Breaks down complex topics to help you better understand the concepts easier. Went over topics like bio statistics and cardiology physiology and provided associating questions to help better understand the topics.

David, 3 lessons with Max

Knowledgable tutor!

This was our first time doing session together and it was truly so helpful! I was worried that only with an hour we wouldn't be able to cover all my needs, but we covered everything and he was very thorough and made sure to to fill in my gaps as we went along with the lesson. Super nice and encouraging! Highly recommend for STEP 1/course prep if you're in medical school.

Arina, 9 lessons with Max
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