"Hi, my name is Ian. I'm an M.D., published author, and an experienced tutor and academic coach. I currently tutor for the USMLE and shelf exams for medical students. I believe in teaching medical students how to take these exams, and specialize in test-taking strategy, time management, and lowering cognitive burden during the tests. I pride myself on my ability to show students how the test works, and how they can dramatically improve their scores without paying someone to teach them "content."

I also offer assistance with residency applications, and can help guide you through the entire process.

Finally, also provide medical school admissions counseling for pre-med students who need guidance for their applications. This includes mock interviewing, personal statement and AMCAS/AACOMAS activities descriptions editing, and help with identifying a list of schools to apply to.

I have been taking, and excelling at standardized tests my entire adult life. As a linguist, and non traditional undergraduate and medical student, I have used and developed highly effective study techniques. I genuinely enjoy passing this knowledge on to others, whether that be in the form of subject material, test preparation and test taking strategies, or general study skills. I offer evidence-based teaching and test-taking strategies to help my students excel. I look forward to sharing my passion for learning and helping you reach your academic goals!

I was an airborne cryptologic linguist in the Air Force, after which I applied to college as a nontraditional student, and graduated from Columbia University, where I majored in Biology. After Columbia, I helped start a successful biotechnology company, and hold two patents in the field. I then attended and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Since graduating, I've had two essays published in The Atlantic, and a book published by Simon & Schuster." less...