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★★★★★ Verified 16/05/2023

Accepted to: University of Toronto

I wanted to extend a huge thank you to the Scholr team for their help with my ABS. I received interviews at three Ontario medical schools and was accepted into all three! I found it was really helpful to have someone who didn’t personally know me, share their perspective about my activity descriptions. The consultant was very timely in providing their feedback and pointed out some weaknesses in my 150 character descriptions which I hadn’t noticed myself. I felt much more confident submitting my ABS after having the consultant review my work so thoroughly. Thanks again :)

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★★★★★ Verified 22/01/2024

Accepted to: UPenn Medicine

I can't thank you guys enough. Absolutely exceptional advice and great support throughout the entire process. The feedback on my personal statement and mock interviews was constructive, detailed, and tailored to my needs. I'm truly grateful for your help and would highly recommend your services to any aspiring medical student. Penn Med here I come!!

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★★★★★ Verified 02/06/2022

Accepted to: McMaster University

I am extremely satisfied with Scholr application services. I registered my daughter for application reviews and interview practice and we received excellent personalized feedback from them. I am sure if it wasn't for their help we would not have been able to get 2 acceptance offers in Ontario. They were very skilled with original comments about my daughter's application, and tips we have not heard from anyone else.

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★★★★★ Verified 11/09/2023

Accepted to: UCLA (Geffen SOM)

Would strongly recommend this service to other premeds! As a re-applicant, Scholr was a game-changer for me. They helped me completely reconstruct my application and showcase my story in a unique and genuine way. They have several insightful and attentive coaches that will actually care about your application. To the team - thank you to all of you for always going out of your way to support me, and believing in me when I doubted myself. Receiving 8 acceptance letters from my top choices felt surreal, and I owe a great deal of that to your team. I am forever grateful.

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★★★★★ Verified 13/05/2023

Accepted to: University of Toronto

Thank you for being so approachable. A lot of times consultants answer one question and leave, but I appreciated how attentive you were to my son's applications and interview preparation. We are very thankful for all your help. This wouldn't have been possible without your team.

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★★★★★ Verified 18/11/2023

Accepted to: Cornell University

Truly amazing coaches providing insightful tips and attention to detail. I had used other consulting services in previous cycles, received very generic input and unfortunately was unsuccessful at my target schools. My first cycle with Scholr I received 4 acceptance letters to schools I was dying to go to. I’m over the moon - thank you!

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★★★★★ Verified 20/05/2022

Accepted to: Queen's University

I worked with Scholr this year to prepare for my medical school interviews and was accepted to Queen’s, McMaster and Western! Their team was extremely helpful in the interview preparation process. At the start I was nervous and not sure how to answer the various types of questions or how to best highlight my skills and experiences. During my time working with Scholr I was able to build my confidence and skills immensely by doing mock interviews and strategy sessions with their consultants. I would absolutely recommend this service to any future applicant as it definitely played a part in my success this cycle.

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★★★★★ Verified 19/05/2023

Accepted to: University of Calgary

Thank you for going out of your way to be so supportive. I really appreciated how responsive you guys were whenever I reached out for help or advice. The honest feedback and genuine support was invaluable.

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★★★★★ Verified 25/04/2023

Accepted to: Baylor COM

Thanks to the team at Scholr I received multiple acceptance offers and am now on my way to becoming a doctor! I am deeply thankful for their guidance and patience with everything I needed along the way. I wasn’t quite prepared for how involved this process was going to be but I’m glad I signed up with them. I am confident that I may not have gotten in otherwise.

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★★★★★ Verified 04/06/2021

Accepted to: Western University

I prepped for Casper and interviews with Scholr, and I am starting at Western's MD program this fall! When I started interview prep, I felt like I didn't know what I was doing and felt pretty out of my depth. The thorough, personalized feedback and advice were what I needed - I don't think I could've walked into the interviews feeling as confident as I did or improved as much without Scholr's help. Beyond the sessions, I really appreciated being able to reach out to the consultants for questions throughout the process, and I felt supported. I didn't think an acceptance was possible after 2 previous failed application cycles so it still feels absolutely surreal - and Scholr played a really significant role in helping this become possible. Thank you, so, so much.

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★★★★★ Verified 04/12/2022

Accepted to: Boston University

My daughter received very strong coaching and guidance and got into one of her dream medical schools. We are so grateful for all of your hard work with her applications!

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★★★★★ Verified 29/10/2022

Accepted to: McMaster University

The feedback I received from my advisors for my mock tests was extremely helpful. I know that both advisors said that at times, they were being "nitpicky" with feedback but it's exactly what I needed to improve for test day. Thank you guys so much! This is the first time I felt confident going in, and the first time I didn't freeze up during the test.

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★★★★★ Verified 19/01/2023

Accepted to: Albert Einstein COM

Applications to med school can be so overwhelming, but the coaches took time to understand my story and guide me through it all. They helped me articulate my journey and achievements in a way I hadn’t thought of before. Their expertise and constant support helped me to navigate everything with confidence I didn’t have in previous cycles. I think their help was a big reason why I was able to finally get in this year.

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★★★★★ Verified 26/10/2021

Accepted to: Western University

Valuable service for a fair price. I signed up for the basic package and really appreciated the option to always sign up for more help whenever I needed. I ended up getting additional rounds of editing (needed more help with some schools than others) and the feedback I received was clear and constructive. I felt way more confident submitting my applications after these revisions. Will hopefully be coming back for help with interviews"

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★★★★★ Verified 04/03/2023

Accepted to: Vanderbilt

Finding the right support to help my daughter achieve her goals was important to me. Scholr had the right approach and their expertise provided the insight we needed. Very professional, timely, and thorough. I’m thankful we went with this service and would absolutely recommend it to others parents of aspiring doctors.

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★★★★★ Verified 27/05/2022

Accepted to: Western University

I got into Western! I'm so excited to finally write this review because I don't think I would have made it here without the Scholr consultants. There's so much about applying to medical school that I didn't understand at first. The work they did on my essays really helped my application stand out. I was excited but nervous when I got invited to interview, but the mock interviews, feedback and coaching I got made all the difference. Thank you for everything!

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★★★★★ Verified 16/06/2022

Accepted to: Dalhousie University

I contacted Scholr to help me with my interview prep and they were very prompt with connecting me to their coaches. They were very accommodating and provided me with great tips and new perspectives that helped me feel very confident on interview day and helped me gain my spot in DAL med class of 2026.

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★★★★★ Verified 02/12/2021

Accepted to: University of Ottawa

The CASPer prep was really well organized and helped me finally understand (after taking it twice previously) what CASPer was looking for. It helped me form a solid framework for my answers, which was so helpful when I felt a little bit stumped by some questions on test day. I just followed the framework and my responses eventually fell into place :)

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★★★★★ Verified 11/04/2023

Accepted to: UBC

The coaching, handouts, and mock interviews were well structured and organized. Their coaches gave me really helpful and thorough feedback, answered the (many) questions I had during the process, and recommended excellent resources - I definitely felt like my interviewing skills improved significantly. I felt prepared walking into the interviews, and I know it was in large part because of their help.

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Meet the team

Our team is led by physicians that have served on admissions committees at medical schools across Canada medical schools

Dr. Kotha

Dr. Kotha

Radiation Oncology,
Stanford

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Dr. Kotha is a Radiation Oncology resident physician at Stanford University. He received his MD from University of California San Diego and his BSc in Biomedical Engineering from University of Southern California. With tutoring and mentoring experience for 10+ years, he has cultivated a passion for medical education highlighted by serving on medical school and residency admissions committees, along with conducting educational research in these domains. He is driven to utilize his experience to meet the individual needs of every student, as he strives to support and elevate them throughout their unique academic journey.

Dr. Olamiju

Leah Balter

MD Program,
Harvard

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Leah is a medical student in the Pathways MD Program at Harvard Medical School. She earned her BA in Human Biology from Stanford University, where she was a student advisor, teaching assistant, and resident assistant. Leah was a "non-traditional" medical school applicant, taking two gap years before matriculating, including a year as a Fulbright research grantee studying refugee health and health systems in Bergen, Norway. Leah is passionate about helping aspiring medical students explore their unique interests, craft compelling applications, and navigate the application process with confidence and clarity.

Lindsey Gorsch

Dr. Gorsch

Internal Medicine,
Yale

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Dr. Gorsch is an internal medicine resident at Yale University. She received her MD from Columbia University, where she served on the admissions committee ranking candidates for acceptance. She was also accepted to Dartmouth and Washington University in St. Louis, among other schools. With a BA from Georgetown and extensive experience as a tutor and peer mentor, Lindsey is passionate about guiding applicants through the intricacies of the medical school admissions process.

Dr. Swetlik

Dr. Swetlik

Neurology,
The Cleveland Clinic

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Dr. Swetlik is the Neurology Chief Resident at the Cleveland Clinic. She received her BA from the University of Chicago and her MD/MS from the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University (CCLCM). During her time at CCLCM, she interviewed applicants as an admissions committee interviewer, served on the student assessment committee, and taught communication skills courses. She has mentored numerous premeds from diverse backgrounds and loves to help applicants spotlight their unique strengths and experiences in each phase of the application cycle.

Tim Freeman

Dr. Freeman

Dermatology,
Northwestern

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Dr. Freeman is a resident in the Dermatology program at Northwestern. He completed his medical training at Washington University in St. Louis, and he was also accepted to five other prestigous medical schools in the US. Dr. Freeman has been helping undergrads on their premed journey for years, having previously worked as an MCAT tutor, an EMT preceptor, and several admissions mentoring programs. He loves helping students overcome the barriers associated with applying to medical school.

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Dr. Diaz

Radiology,
UCLA

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Dr. Parris Diaz is a resident physician and passionate mentor committed to guiding future physicians with personalized, experience-driven support. A full-ride scholarship recipient and UCLA/Drew graduate, he was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society for leadership and compassion. Dr. Diaz later completed a research fellowship at the University of Miami, contributing to over 20 publications and managing multiple clinical trials. After initially matching into a top urology residency, he transitioned into diagnostic radiology—successfully navigating the reapplication process and securing a spot in a top 10 program. His unique path offers valuable insight into resilience, strategic planning, and adaptability. Dr. Diaz has mentored dozens of students into competitive medical schools and residencies, drawing on his experience as an admissions reviewer and interviewer. A first-generation physician, he is deeply committed to demystifying the path to medicine and helping students articulate their authentic stories with confidence and clarity.

Dr. Urbanellis

Dr. Urbanellis

General Surgery,
University of Toronto

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Through his tenure as an MD student at Queen’s, a general surgery resident at UofT, and a former surgery fellow at Dalhousie, Dr. Urbanellis has been extensively involved in many aspects of the medical school application process. Having served on the MD admissions committees at the University of Toronto and Queen's, he uses this wealth of knowledge to mentor applicants throughout the application journey. He is especially passionate about supporting students from non-traditional backgrounds, and takes tremendous pride in guiding them through this challenging process.

Dr. Chung

Dr. Chung

General Surgery,
UC San Diego

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Dr. Chung is a general surgery resident at the University of California-San Diego. She completed her bachelor’s at MIT, followed by her medical training at the Yale School of Medicine, where she served on the admissions committee selecting candidates for incoming medical classes. She also has extensive experience tutoring biology majors and pre-med students at MIT. Dr. Chung is deeply passionate about mentoring young students—she loves helping them achieve their dreams and guiding them toward fulfilling careers in medicine.

Jonah Levine

Jonah Levine

MD Program,
NYU Grossman

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Jonah is a senior medical student at NYU – and he was accepted into 11 other top US medical schools, including Johns Hopkins and Duke. He graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in Neuroscience and a minor in Biology. At NYU, he is deeply involved in surgical oncology research and health equity initiatives. Jonah has been tutoring and mentoring students for several years, working with learners from high school through medical school. His expertise spans biology, chemistry, physics, and MCAT preparation, and he has a particular passion for guiding pre-med and medical students through the complexities of medical school applications, and career planning. As a mentor, he enjoys helping students navigate everything from study strategies and time management to personal statements and interview preparation.

Dr. Jing

Dr. Jing

Orthopedic Surgery,
University of Calgary

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Dr. Jenny Jing graduated from McGill medical school and is currently an orthopaedic surgery resident at the University of Calgary. She grew primarily in the Greater Boston area and completed her Bachelor's degree at the University of New Hampshire. She has extensive experience mentoring premedical students in all aspects of the application process. She is especially skilled at coaching candidates to ace the Casper test, MMIs and panel/traditional interviews. In her spare time, she likes lifting weights and spending time with her partner who works in finance! She loves helping premeds because she loves to inspire confidence in others and bring out the best in her students.

Tom Soroski

Dr. Soroski

Psychiatry,
University of Alberta

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Dr. Soroski is a psychiatry resident at the University of Alberta, where he also completed medical school. He holds a Bachelor's of Science from the University of British Columbia. After two unsuccessful years of applying to medical school, Tom thoroughly learned the ins and outs of the admissions process to Canadian medical schoools. He has since been dedicated to paying it forward, mentoring aspiring medical students with personalized guidance and support, and helping their applications stand out amongst the competition.

Dr. Ong

Dr. Ong

Neurosurgery,
University of British Columbia

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Dr. Ken Ong is a neurosurgery resident at the University of British Columbia, where he also completed his medical degree and Bachelor of Science. He is passionate about mentorship and medical education, and has supported and guided pre-medical students of all stages throughout his training. In addition to serving on multiple medical school admissions committees, he has held leadership roles in student organizations, non-profit initiatives, and provincial health agencies. These diverse experiences allow him to bring a nuanced, thoughtful, and supportive approach to mentorship, meeting students where they are regardless of their background or path to medicine. Dr. Ong finds fulfillment not only in helping students gain admission to medical school but also in empowering them to recognize and showcase the unique strengths and stories that define their journey and who they are.

Dr. Mylvaganam

Dr. Mylvaganam

Internal Medicine,
University of Toronto

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Dr. Mylvaganam is an MD-PhD graduate from the University of Toronto and a current Internal Medicine resident. She was accepted to the MD programs at UBC, University of Calgary, Queen’s, and McMaster. Dr. Mylvaganam has experience serving on multiple admissions committees and has over 8 years of experience helping students from diverse backgrounds gain acceptance to medical school. She is always excited to work with motivated individuals and help highlight their unique achievements and experiences in their applications.

Dr. Stoklosa

Dr. Stoklosa

Cardiac Surgery,
McGill University

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Dr. Stoklosa is a resident in the Family Medicine program at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. He completed his medical training at UofT and was also accepted to the MD programs at uOttawa and McGill. During his time at UofT, he served on the MD program’s admissions committee ranking applicants for admission. He is committed to helping you have the best chance of getting into medical school by helping you craft engaging and compelling applications.

Rachel Fagen

Dr. Fagen

Pediatrics,
University of Calgary

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Dr. Fagen is a pediatrics resident at the University of Calgary. She completed medical school at the University of Ottawa, her BSc from McGill, and her MSc from McMaster. She developed a passion for mentorship and education as an undergraduate TA for multiple courses and continues to follow this passion by sitting on various committees at uOttawa and by mentoring premeds. Dr. Fagen loves supporting students through this tough process and being a part of their journey towards medicine.

Rachel Fagen

Dr. Sabovich

Anethesiology,
University of Toronto

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Dr. Sabovich is an Anesthesiology resident at the University of Toronto, where he also earned his MD. Having been accepted to medical schools in both the U.S. and Canada, Solomon brings extensive experience to his role as a mentor. Over the years, he has guided countless students through the medical school application process, offering personalized tutoring and mentorship. At Scholr, Solomon loves helping students not only gain admission to medical school but also develop the confidence to showcase their unique strengths and achievements.

Dr. Wang

Dr. Wang

General Surgery,
University of Toronto

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Dr. Wang is a general surgery resident at the University of Toronto. She is an Amgen scholar, varsity swimmer, and the author of several children's books on health and safety. With a long history in premed mentorship, she strives to help applicants highlight their non-traditional paths in their applications and interviews.

Dr. Wang

Julia Fagen

MD Program,
University of Ottawa

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Julia is a third-year medical student at the University of Ottawa and holds a Bachelor of Science from Queen’s University. She knows firsthand how overwhelming the medical school admissions process can be and is dedicated to guiding applicants through a smooth, successful journey. With extensive experience mentoring pre-medical students at every stage of their application cycle, she works one-on-one to help each individual showcase their strengths and put forth their best possible application. Julia is excited to support you in achieving your goals.

Allison Souter

Allison Souter

MD Program,
Western University

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Allison is a medical student at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Class of 2027) with a passion for emergency medicine, research, and mentorship. Her path to medical school was one of persistence—applying three times, writing the MCAT twice, and tackling Casper three times—giving her valuable expertise in GPA improvement, test-taking strategies, and school-specific applications. With a strong research background in emergency medicine, gerontology, and maternal health, Allison has presented at international conferences and published systematic reviews. She’s also dedicated to mentorship, coaching aspiring medical students and leading outreach programs to inspire future healthcare professionals.

Dr. Olamiju

Dr. Olamiju

Dermatology,
Cornell

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Dr. Olamiju is a dermatology resident at Cornell-New York Presbyterian. She completed her training at Yale School of Medicine where she worked with the Yale Health Professions Advising Program to conduct mock interviews and review personal statements for applicants. Prior to medical school, she completed her bachelor’s at Columbia University where she served as President of the largest pre-medical community on campus. She values mentorship and enjoys providing guidance during the medical school application process.

Negeen Halabian

Negeen Halabian

MD Program,
University of Toronto

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Negeen is a medical student at the University of Toronto. She received interviews from all five schools she applied to and was accepted into three—including UofT, UOttawa, and Western—with additional wait-list statuses at McMaster and Queen's. Prior to medicine, she pursued an Honours BSc and a thesis-based MSc in Neuroscience from McMaster University. As a leader in her university's Women in STEM organization, Negeen has nurtured multiple mentoring relationships and guided numerous undergraduate, graduate, and pre-med students.

Dr. Chang

Dr. Chang

Physiatry,
University of Washington

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Dr. Chang is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation resident at the University of Washington. He completed his training at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, where he assisted the admissions committee in scoring MD applicants. He takes an individualized approach to mentorship and is committed to helping each applicant reach their unique goals.

Dr. Maeda

Dr. Maeda

Internal Medicine,
Rush University

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Dr. Maeda is an Internal Medicine resident at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. She completed her training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. During her training, she reviewed applications and interviewed applicants for the medical school and its specialized tracks. As a premed mentor, she has extensive experience editing AMCAS applications and essays as well as tutoring the CARS section of the MCAT. She loves working with applicants and is eager to help students highlight their strengths and tell their unique stories.

Dr. Maeda

Dr. Ghaddar

Radiology,
University of Miami

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Dr. Tarek Ghaddar (MD, MPH) is a first-year resident pursuing diagnostic radiology at the University of Miami. He has worked with premeds for about five years and has direct admissions experience, particularly as an interviewer. His research interests include epidemiology and AI in radiology. He works out, writes poetry, and plays piano in his free time.

Rebecca Lena

Rebecca Lena

MD Program,
University of Toronto

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Rebecca is a senior MD Program at the University of Toronto. She has a longstanding background mentoring both traditional and non-traditional candidates for medical school applications. She is passionate about artificial intelligence and healthcare entrepreneurship, and enjoys sharing this knowledge to strengthen the skillset of medical trainees and future applicants alike.

Dr. Torrez

Dr. Torrez

Emergency Medicine,
UNC - Chapel Hill

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Dr. Torrez is an emergency medicine resident at the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill. He received both his PharmD and MD from the University of Kansas, where he served as a peer mentor and tutor. In addition, he has experience with the admissions committee selection process from his training in Kansas. Dr. Torrez is eager to help students on their journey to medical school.

Alina Zgardau

Alina Zgardau

MD Program,
Western University

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Alina is a medical student at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Western University). She completed her BSc at the University of Guelph and her MSc at the University of Toronto. Alina was also accepted to multiple MD and DO programs in the US. She has extensive clinical research and teaching experience, and outside of academia, she has worked in management consulting and real estate. Alina is very passionate about working with prospective medical students to help them achieve their career goals.

Cheryl Mensah

Cheryl Mensah

MD Program,
Northwestern

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Cheryl is in the MD Program at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. She is an Admissions Ambassador at Feinberg and a student representative on the Admissions Diversity Committee. Cheryl was also accepted to 10 other MD programs in the US, and she is passionate about mentoring applicants and guiding them through their journey into medicine.

Cheryl Mensah

Alvina Liang

MD Program,
Vanderbilt

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Alvina Liang is a fourth-year medical student at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine with a focus on health equity, medical education, and mentorship. She previously worked as an MCAT tutor during her gap year and now mentors premedical students through the Social Mission Committee, where she serves as co-President. In this role, she oversees over 100 student volunteers across six subcommittees focused on curriculum reform, service, and community partnerships. She also mentors two undergraduate students on health literacy research projects, which have led to multiple abstract presentations and submitted manuscripts.

Rida Shaikh

Rida Shaikh

MD Program,
Western University

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Rida is a senior medical student in the MD program at Western University. In addition to her committee work at Western, she was also accepted to the MD program at McMaster, uOttawa, the University of Calgary and Alberta. Rida is passionate about mentorship and she has an excellent track record in coaching applicants for the MCAT, applications, and medical school interviews.

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Lakshmi Surada

BS/MD Program,
Albany Medical College

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Lakshmi is a completing the highly competitve 7-year BS/MD program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Albany Medical College. In addition to having navigated the rigorous BS/MD admission process herself, she has also guided numerous applicants — securing research roles, refining essays line-by-line, completing applications, and coaching for interviews. At Scholr, Lakshmi shares these proven strategies and builds students’ confidence through every stage of the BS/MD process.

Nicole Coman

Nicole Coman

MD Program,
University of Toronto

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Nicole is a senior medical student in the MD program at the University of Toronto. She was also accepted to the MD program at the University of Ottawa. Nicole completed her undergraduate studies at Queen’s University where she was involved in various mentorship programs to support student success. She loves to use her mentorship skills to support aspiring medical students in reaching their goals!

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