Our diverse team offers services like general medical school admissions consulting, personal statement and secondary essay editing, mcat tutoring, and interview prep. We represent more than 90 U.S. med schools that use that knowledge to get you into your dream school.
Our rigorous application/screening process leaves us with only the finest core of medical students and physicians advisors. They’ve seen both sides of the admissions process and will help guide you through this challenging process.
We know what it’s like living on a pre-med budget, which is why we refuse to charge the outrageous prices other companies are charging. Help us change the game and continue our mission by not letting our fair prices distract you from the superior quality of our med school admissions consulting services.
It’s never too early to know that medicine is the place you were meant to be. We can help you get a jumpstart by helping you make educated decisions about your journey, classes, MCAT studying, and extracurriculars from the start so that you can enjoy the process without the confusion.
There’s a lot of boxes that premed students need to check to prepare for medical school and there’s no singular right way to get everything done. Whether it’s deciding if you want to take a gap year, self-studying biochemistry for the MCAT, or applying to go straight into medical school — Our advisors can help you create an individualized plan to balance your academic and personal life.
Medical school applications differentiate activities into very specific categories: research, clinical vs nonclinical volunteering, employment, non-clinical employment, leadership, tutoring, shadowing, and more. So what do you need? Can you still pursue your own interests? How do you build your story and your extracurricular cocktail? Our advisors have successfully done all of the above and will not only help you find your path, but can share their experiences as well!
A lot of a student’s success during an application cycle depends on their strategy. Do you have questions on how many schools to apply to? Whether to apply to DO or international programs? There’s a lot of decisions to make and we can help you to narrow down a list that will give you the best return on your investment.
Are you preparing to apply to medical school soon? We have your best interest at heart, will be open and honest about your competitiveness as an applicant, and help create a game plan to put forward your best application. The application cycle is a stressful and hectic time, developing a strategy will make all the difference.
There’s never a right way to become a doctor! Many students come from non-traditional backgrounds but have been just as successful as their traditional peers who have known they’ve wanted to be doctors since elementary school. Let us help you pave the road for the most seamless transition.
Getting into medical school is hard. As a matter of fact, only 40% of applicants matriculate into medical school in a given year. We can help take the stress off your shoulders by helping you analyze what went wrong in the previous cycle and help build a strategy to help you reach your goals.
You want to be a doctor but is that it? Maybe you have a knack for business. Maybe you see yourself testifying on Capitol Hill on behalf of the medical community in the future. Maybe you want to pursue a PhD and pursue research. Let’s talk through the options and figure out what is the right decision for you.
Your advisor will be ready to tackle whatever you’re struggling with.
After each advising session you will be sent:
Hi all! My name is Helena and I’m a medical student at the Emory University School of Medicine; I’m currently interested in pursuing anesthesiology. I was originally born and raised in Connecticut and stayed for college; I received my B.A. in History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health in 2020 from Yale University with a focus in medicine and public health. I love to read, write, and look at medicine through a humanistic/literary lens! But I’ve also dabbled in so many research fields: from hookworm research during my first year of college, bioethics research on ontological arguments around abortion during my third year, to writing a thesis on the cultural attitudes around mental health care for Vietnamese refugees after the Vietnam War during my senior year! I took two gap years after graduating, taking some time to do proteomics research as an NIH IRTA Post-Bac Research Fellow at the Framingham Heart Study. I also worked as a pharmacy tech, giving Covid-19 vaccines at the height of the pandemic!
I also love to mentor—I wouldn’t be who I am without wonderful mentors along the way! I was a First-Year Counselor (“”FroCo””) during my senior year and a camp counselor for Camp Kesem for two summers. At EUSOM, I’m on the executive board of the Mentorship Matching Program—a program created between the SOM and the Emory pre-health program to match med school applicants with medical students. In my free time, I’ve connected with former mentees and coworkers to edit their personal statements and help them with their own medical school journey— whether they end up pursuing medicine or not. I also love writing and editing for the SOM literary magazine (The Styloid Process), taking weekly dance classes, and exploring coffee shops around Atlanta (even though I don’t even drink coffee!).
I know how hard the medical school process is so, congratulations for taking this step! As your mentor, I want to work with you as your teammate. I want to make sure that you’re putting your best foot forward and telling your story in the way that it deserves to be heard. Each applicant is so unique and therefore, the way we approach your application will be unique too. Looking forward to working with you!
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Hi! My name is Ankitha Iyer and I am a Neurosurgery resident at the University of Texas Medical Branch. I received a B.S in Emergency Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh in 2019. Before medical school, I took a gap year where I worked as an Advanced Critical Care Patient Care Technician in the Medical ICU at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In my time at the University of Pittsburgh I was a teaching assistant for four courses, and part of the Delta Epsilon Mu Pre-Health Fraternity, where I served as a mentor for several younger premed students. Additionally, I served with Jumpstart, an early education Americorps program for underserved preschool kids, started a non-profit organization that catered to the emotional health of Senior Citizens, and engaged in Cardiology, Public Health and Cognitive Neuroscience research. In my time in college, I have mentored a variety of students specifically on how to engage in active, entrepreneurial service and leadership while exploring their path towards medicine. Mentorship is a very important method for me to disseminate the knowledge I wish I had received from a mentor myself.
At Wake Forest School of Medicine, I was a part of the executive board of the General Surgery Interest group and OASIS Anthology of Medical Humanities. I mentored an underserved undergraduate premed student at Wake Forest University through the Mentoring the Pipeline organization. I was also involved with both Head and Neck Radiation Oncology and Neurosurgery research projects. I owe who I am today to the mentors who have provided me their unwavering support and guided me through times of uncertainty. I hope to provide you the same strategic mentorship to be a driven, proactive, and pioneering future student doctor!
Yale School of Medicine
Hi! My name is Rhys (pronounced like “Reese’s Pieces”) and I am a medical student at Yale School of Medicine.
I have upwards of 9 years experience mentoring peers, most recently aiding students through the premedical path at my undergrad. I also have worked as an executive function/planning tutor for Los Angeles area high school and college students. Earlier in college, I worked as a research aide/teaching assistant helping students leverage “writing-to-learn” in order to improve their understanding of complex concepts.
After graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Engineering and Health Policy from the University of Southern California in 2021, I took a gap year primarily to scribe at a pediatric clinic to boost my clinical experience hours and to continue to work on a philanthropic start-up I co-founded while at USC.
At USC, I had multiple research experiences ranging from biomedical device research in a hybrid wet lab to policy analysis. I also was heavily involved in pro-bono consulting for non-profits and social enterprises.
I have personal experience approaching the common “Why Medicine?” question from a non-traditional angle (engineering major/activities and low clinical hours compared to non-clinical), tying in a non-standard major “X factor” extracurricular into the overall theme of an application, and expressing interest in dual degrees/interdisciplinary medical careers (policy, public health etc).
I look forward to helping you plan for and execute your unique path to medical school!
Dr. Silverglate is a Diagnostic Radiology resident at Duke University. During medical school, he worked with NYU’s Admissions Ambassador program that helped students decide on where to attend medical school and how to navigate the application process. After mentoring younger medical students throughout medical school, he joined MotivateMD to provide the resources, knowledge, and guidance he would have wanted when applying and interviewing for medical school and residency.
I’m from San Diego, but I’m currently enjoying the change of scenery and seasons Omaha has provided. Even though I’ve always wanted to go into medicine, I really enjoy the Humanities, especially reading and editing, which led me to join the editing team for a journal during undergrad. I have a service dog that comes to school with me and is very popular with my classmates. I hope to encourage others with disabilities/chronic disease to pursue careers in medicine.
The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
Hello! My name is Bridget and I am a medical student at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. I attended University of San Diego for undergrad where I majored in Behavioral Neuroscience and minored in Philosophy. I then completed a master’s degree in Biology at the University of Texas at Tyler. Following this, I worked for three years in academic molecular biology research while applying to medical school. As a premed, I volunteered in a pediatric ED, was a companion for hospice patients, and participated in Medical Brigades. As a medical student, I am part of leadership for the Addiction Medicine Interest Group and participate in Hematology/Oncology research. I really enjoy working with students to highlight their strengths and experiences through storytelling in their application. As a reapplicant myself, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate the application process and love helping students work to improve their application and be more confident to apply the next cycle.
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Hi everyone!
My name is Josephine Nwankwo, and I am currently a resident physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. I graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine’s six-year BA/MD program. As someone who took a non-traditional route to medical school, I understand the challenges and considerations that come with forging your own path—and I’m more than happy to help answer any questions you may have about whether this could be the right journey for you.
Throughout my time in medical school, I remained deeply committed to mentorship and uplifting others. I was actively involved in multiple mentorship programs, including the Student NationalMedical Association (SNMA), where I had the privilege of mentoring both middle school and college-aged students. I’m passionate about encouraging youth and individuals interested in STEM, and I firmly believe in the power of representation and guidance. As someone who has served on admission committees, I hope to provide help insight to future applicants and share what I have learned from my own personal experiences.
My own path in medicine was shaped by incredible mentors and role models who inspired and supported me along the way. Now, I hope to be that same kind of resource for others—someone who can help you navigate your unique journey, find your voice, and confidently pursue your goals in medicine. In my free time, you can find me taking a walk in a park, taking photos, or trying the newest ice cream shop.
Dr. Melissa Sun, DO, MS, is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation resident at Penn State. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from UCLA, a Master’s in Medical Physiology from Case Western Reserve University, and her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is a former competitive soccer player who underwent two ACL reconstructions and subsequently developed a strong interest in rehabilitation and musculoskeletal medicine through her own recovery process. Her dedication to mentorship spans her entire medical career as she has mentored pre-medical and medical students at various stages of their careers, serving as a House Leader in medical school, an AOCPMR Resident Mentor, and a member of the AOCPMR Resident Council. As the Mock Interview and Membership Chair for AOCPMR, she has conducted numerous mock interviews, helping students refine their skills and successfully match into their desired specialties. Through Motivate MD, she aims to continue providing meaningful mentorship, equipping future physicians with the guidance and support necessary to navigate their medical training successfully.
Hi everyone! My name is Harini, and I’m an MD/MBA student at the University of Miami.
I graduated from UC San Diego with a degree in Cognitive Science, specializing in Machine Learning. During undergrad, I conducted research in behavioral neuroscience and ophthalmology and was actively involved in Project RISHI, a nonprofit focused on sustainable initiatives in rural India. I also worked as a tutor for calculus, chemistry, and statistics and served as a teaching assistant for neuroanatomy and physiology.
My interest in the business side of healthcare led me to internships in medical devices and digital health, followed by a gap year as a clinical research coordinator at a healthcare data company. These experiences ultimately inspired me to pursue an MD/MBA to deepen my understanding of healthcare systems, leadership, and management.
Navigating the application process, I’ve learned how to effectively highlight my unique path to medicine, as well as express interest in a dual degree program. Drawing on my mentorship and advising experience, I’m excited to help you craft a compelling application and achieve your individual goals.
Robin is a medical student at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. She majored in Public Health in undergrad and spent 2 gap years prior to medical school conducting research on health policy and patient education and working as a caregiver. Robin is especially interested in chronic disease management and serving limited English proficiency immigrant populations, and has volunteered/worked extensively in those two areas. As an editor on the Motivate MD team, she hopes to leverage her experiences to guide pre-med students and nurture their confidence as they progress toward medical school.
Originally from Delaware, Sophia is an MD candidate at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. For her undergraduate studies, she attended Yale University, where she was a Global Health Scholar and studied Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, and History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health. Her research interests span health activism and social movements, DNA damage repair and metabolism in cancer, and bridging the gap between medical and mental health care. Sophia has worked with countless peers preparing for the medical school admissions process. She has strengths in creative and expository writing and is eager to guide students toward achieving their academic goals.
