How to study in medical schools

How to Study in Medical Schools
by Admin on February 9, 2013 in Medical students
1- Organize your notes and textbooks. The very act of finding or creating structure in your study
method can show you how the information itself is categorized. For example, human anatomy is very
structured and easy to study by system or organ. In this way, the subject matter itself will often lead
you to effective organization.
2- Create and use mnemonic devices. These are words or phrases that also function as acronyms to
help you recall specific information. You can create your own mnemonic device, or research one for
any conceptual problem. For example, the word “van” can stand for vein, artery, nerve.
3- Use multiple senses to learn. Aside from being helpful, this is necessary for some medical
professionals who often rely on the senses to observe and diagnose problems.
4- Study in groups. Groups meet on schedules and provide a focus for study. They can also
minimize frustration. For example, if you need help remembering something or don’t understand a
topic, your classmates can assist.
5- Teach someone else. Repeating the information and answering another’s questions about the
topic can help you to more fully understand the subject matter. Specifically, teach in a cause and
effect fashion to communicate and comprehend the material. For example, state a scenario such as,
“The patient has been involved in a motor vehicle accident and presents with abdominal pain. What
are the possible diagnoses and method for diagnosis?”
6- Take an introductory study skills class at medical school. These classes are geared towards
students in your field and offer a chance for you to learn and retain the large amount of information
necessary to understand in medical school. The intro class will help you understand what type of
learner you are while imparting general understanding about how the human brain learns and retains
information.