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USMLE, SCIENCE AND MEDICINE TUTOR.
Alaa B.

5.0 (45 ratings)

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About Alaa

Bio

I have been a tutor for over 4 years of experience on Wyzant and 5 years outside Wyzant. Medical school can seem like a dark lonely long road, but that's why I am here to help with Step 1, 2 and 3 exam prep, NBME shelf and school exams. I also assist with residency preparation such as personal statement feedback and interviewing practice.

Throughout my tutoring experience, I have developed a variety of effective methods and approaches to help students achieve their goals. I believe in...

I have been a tutor for over 4 years of experience on Wyzant and 5 years outside Wyzant. Medical school can seem like a dark lonely long road, but that's why I am here to help with Step 1, 2 and 3 exam prep, NBME shelf and school exams. I also assist with residency preparation such as personal statement feedback and interviewing practice.

Throughout my tutoring experience, I have developed a variety of effective methods and approaches to help students achieve their goals. I believe in customizing my teaching style to match the individual needs and learning preferences of each student. This means adopting a flexible approach and using a range of techniques, such as rapid quizzing. I am also skilled in creating personalized lesson plans and learning materials tailored to each student's specific needs and weaknesses. My motto is to keep it simple and memorable.

With regards to my teaching experience, I have worked with students of all ages, ranging from 11 to 35 years old. My past experience includes teaching students who needed rapid improvement in scores, where I have gained a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with tutoring in this particular area. I have also helped students prepare for a variety of NBME shelf exams and assisted them in developing effective study plans. It has always been my joy and honor to see my students succeed and see the fruition of their hard work.

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Education

Augsburg University
Biology
Medical School
MD

Additional Languages

Egyptian Arabic

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: Please be on time to our meetings. No requests for free phone calls or sessions please.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

Received 4.0 on all of my undergraduate precalculus, algebra, calculus I and II.
Anatomy

Anatomy

Experienced in teaching anatomy 5+ years
Arabic

Arabic

I grew up in an Arabic speaking country and was able to help foreigners in Syria and Iraq to master Arabic. I was a conversation partner for Arabic.
Biology

Biology

Biology major in undergraduate, took all the upper division classes with labs. Scored in the top percentile of my classes in biology
Genetics

Genetics

Received 4.0 in my genetics undergraduate course and mastered genetics in medical school as well. Able to tackle genetics questions and find easy solutions for complex questions.
Physiology

Physiology

Experienced with physiology and teaching physiology for 5+ years
Psychology

Psychology

Aced my psychology courses during undergrad as well as in medicine. Highly experienced with the different aspects of psychology.
TOEFL

TOEFL

Received 108 on my TOEFL exam that I took when I was an international student. I was able to study on my own and excel. I found ways to make the exam my friend and learn exam taking skills that helped me stop running out of time and kill this exam.
USMLE

USMLE

I tutored my peers in medical school and formed study groups to explain and teach difficult topics I scored high on my USMLE exam. I helped my peers with forming a study plan during a dedicated period. I would love to help other students reach their potential with Step 1 and making this test less scary and doable. I am an Amboss scholar and professional with teaching and explaining, Uworld, NBME and USMLE Qbank questions.
Biochemistry

Examples of Expertise

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Very Knowledgeable

Very helpful and knowledgeable. She can help clarify practice question stems and help you understand the common confused pathologies that are testable, so that you can keep them straight. Invaluable skill!

Dhara, 4 lessons with Alaa

Understanding and Patient

Dr. Alaa is assisting me in becoming organized and utilizing materials that align with my learning style. She possesses a deep understanding and acknowledges the challenges we encounter as medical students. Excited to go over concepts.

Petagaye, 1 lesson with Alaa

prep for USMLE

Alaa's great! She recommended resources and a game plan for my daughter, given her study goals. She's very empathetic and encouraging. My daughter got her medical degree from abroad, same with Alaa so she gave very useful tips. Thank you Alaa! Looking forward to the next sessions!

Maria Eleanor, 1 lesson with Alaa

Experienced and very knowledgeable Tutor!!

I had a session with Alaa because I was feeling overwhelmed and stressed with resources and I didn’t know how to study for step 1. Alaa helped me plan my step 1 study schedule and time management. She helped me organize and narrow down my resources in such a way to cover everything before my exam. She addressed all my worries and made feel at ease with the whole process by giving me tips and tricks. Alla is experienced, patient and professional. I could see she wants her students to succeed. I will be taking more lessons, definitely recommend her!!

Sandra, 1 lesson with Alaa

Patient and receptive to specific needs

Alaa is a fantastic tutor! She’s punctual, gives guidance proactively, and seeks to help you after the session with useful explanations found in other resources. I plan on having Alaa help to keep me on track and stay accountable. I highly recommend her!

Aaishah, 3 lessons with Alaa

Motivational and Understanding Tutor

I have had the pleasure of working with Alaa as my tutor for my medical school exams and USMLE step 1. From the very first session, I knew I was in good hands. Alaa has an in-depth understanding of the subject matter and is able to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. She is also very patient and understanding. One of the things I appreciated the most about Alaa was her dedication to helping me succeed. She always went the extra mile, providing additional resources and assignments to help me better understand the materials. As a result of her hard work and guidance, I was able to improve and have a better understanding of the USMLE and NBME concepts and questions. She was able to adapt to my learning style and tailor her teaching methods accordingly. She was always available to answer any questions I had and provided me with a wealth of resources and study materials. I highly recommend Alaa as a tutor. She is professional, knowledgeable and truly cares about her students' success. Thanks to Alaa, I have gained a love for studying for my board exams and the confidence to excel in it.

A, 14 lessons with Alaa

She was a knowledgeable and patient tutor

She did a great job in connecting the dots as well as setting up a study schedule. I highly recommend her to many students. She is one of a kind. She showed me that it is possible and that with pray, hard work and dedication, it is all possible. I am very happy she is my tutor.

Gregory, 3 lessons with Alaa
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