Hello! I believe learning complex science should be engaging, fun, and stress-free. I hold a BS in Bioinformatics from Saint Vincent College and an MD from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. I've been there - the stress of competition, needing top grades in extremely hard classes, and of course, the MCAT. I achieved a perfect 132 on the Biological and Biochemical Foundations section, so I have firsthand experience with mastering these subjects without burning out. My medical...
Hello! I believe learning complex science should be engaging, fun, and stress-free. I hold a BS in Bioinformatics from Saint Vincent College and an MD from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. I've been there - the stress of competition, needing top grades in extremely hard classes, and of course, the MCAT. I achieved a perfect 132 on the Biological and Biochemical Foundations section, so I have firsthand experience with mastering these subjects without burning out. My medical education gives me knowledge of biology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology beyond the classroom and how it all applies to real patient care.
My teaching background spans five years as a college professor, where I teach anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology to undergraduate health science majors and doctoral-level nurse anesthesia students. I've written college exams myself, so I know exactly what kinds of questions are asked and how to study the material efficiently. I also have over 100 hours tutoring online high school students one-on-one in biology, AP Biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry, and I frequently coach students on test-taking skills for high-stakes exams like the MCAT and NCLEX.
My tutoring style focuses on breaking intimidating concepts into clear, digestible pieces in a supportive, judgment-free space where you can ask any question. I love using visuals, stories, memorable analogies, and mnemonics - my goal is for you to understand the how and why rather than relying on rote memorization. I'm happy to customize my approach to your needs, whether that means gentle hints to build confidence, intense rapid-fire practice, help with study planning, or anything in between. As someone with deep personal understanding of learning with autism and ADHD, I warmly welcome neurodiverse learners and will adapt to whatever style works best for you. Whether you're tackling advanced anatomy or your first biology course, I'm excited to help you connect the dots, build your confidence, and crush your goals!
