Saturday, November 16, 2024 |
La Kretz Room 110 @ UCLA
The Mini Pre-Med Conference
Pre-medical students at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) can experience the wonder of medicine. Unlock your inner doctor and position yourself for medical school. Videos from each session are below.
The Hosts
The Experience You Need...
...From the Partners You Trust.
MedSchoolCoach
MedSchoolCoach provides pre-med and medical school admissions consulting services, MCAT exam, and USMLE board exam tutoring to help students on their medical journey.
American Medical Student Association
AMSA empowers pre-medical and medical students with leadership, advocacy, and professional development opportunities. Members participate in healthcare reform, community service initiatives, and educational workshops to shape the future of medicine.
My UCLA Health Ambassadors
MyUCLAHealth Ambassadors give volunteers experience at Ronald Reagan Medical Center. Volunteers assist patients with the MyUCLAHealth portal and conduct surveys to improve care.
U.S. Army
The U.S. Army Medical Department (AMEDD) enables you to pursue a healthcare career at one of the largest, most advanced medical facilities while providing meaningful service to your country.
The Agenda: La Kretz Room 110 @ UCLA
From 9:30AM to 10:00AM, please gather to network with physicians speakers and other UCLA pre-med students.
Seminar
Strategies for an Outstanding Medical School Application
Join Dr. Christopher Long, a master advisor with MedSchoolCoach and an alum of the UCLA Honors College Program, as he guides you through crucial steps to craft a standout application for medical school.
At the end of this session, you’ll be able to:
- Understand the nuances of submitting medical school applications through various platforms, such as AMCAS, AACOMAS, and other institution-specific systems.
- Identify and strategize which extracurricular activities linked to research, clinical work, shadowing, volunteering, and leadership will elevate your application.
- Explore unique strategies to distinguish yourself from other applicants, beyond just stellar grades and an impressive MCAT score – Engage in our ‘Personal Value Proposition’ workshop designed to help you unearth and articulate your unique strengths.
This interactive session includes a Live Q&A segment, so come prepared with burning questions about the journey to becoming a physician.
Speaker
Dr. Christopher Long
MedSchoolCoach
Seminar
How to Score in the 99th Percentile on the MCAT
Join Dr. Ken Tao, a renowned MCAT tutor, as he shares proven strategies and insights to help you score in the 99th percentile on the MCAT. Drawing on years of experience guiding students to top scores, Dr. Tao will break down the key elements for success and give you the tools you need to maximize your MCAT potential.
In this session, you’ll leave with:
- A comprehensive study plan that balances content review, practice exams, and targeted improvement.
- Effective strategies for mastering all MCAT sections, including CARS, biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, and sociology.
- Test-taking techniques that will help you manage time, reduce stress, and avoid common pitfalls.
- Insights on how to critically analyze MCAT questions and think like a high scorer.
Speaker
Dr. Ken Tao
MedSchoolCoach
From 12:00PM to 12:30PM, lunch will be catered. You may enjoy complimentary pizzas, salads, subs, and beverages. So bring your appetite.
Workshop
Get Hands-On: Join a Suture Workshop with the U.S. Army
Join Armando Gobel, SFC of the United States Army as he explores wound repair principles and techniques. The workshop covers instrument basics such as suture types and selection, proper loading of the needle, aftercare, and documentation.
All supplies were provided for the workshop.
Instructor
Armando Gobel, SFC
United States Army
Workshop
Mastering the MMI: Strategies for Success in Medical School Interviews
Join Dr. Christopher Long, a master advisor with MedSchoolCoach and an expert in medical school admissions, for an interactive Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) workshop. In this session, Dr. Long will walk you through the structure and strategies needed to excel in MMI, one of the most important and challenging components of the medical school interview process.
In this workshop, you’ll learn to:
- Understand the format and flow of MMI stations and how to prepare effectively.
- Develop strategies for responding to ethical dilemmas, communication-based tasks, and scenario-based questions.
- Practice structuring clear, concise, and compelling answers under timed conditions.
- Build confidence through mock interviews and expert feedback to ace your MMI and stand out to admissions committees.
Instructor
Dr. Christopher Long
MedSchoolCoach
Notable Presenters & Guests
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All sessions will be held in room La Kretz Room 110 @ UCLA.
Attendees will consist of pre-med students at UCLA
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Interactive Workshops
Frequently Asked Questions
Attend as many or as few seminars, presentations, and interactive workshops as you wish. You can come and go as you need to. However, as an elite event for future physicians, we wouldn't recommend you miss a single minute!
Yes! While it is a live event, we will have a videographer on site. The videos will take a few weeks to edit and process, and then they will be posted.
Yes! The Mini Pre-Med Conference will be completely free for premed students attending UCLA. The purpose of this event is to provide information to all prospective doctors the help grow the profession.
Have other questions?
We’d love to answer any questions you have about The Mini Pre-Med Conference!