I earned my undergraduate degree in biochemistry at Brown University and my Ph.D. in immunology at the University of California, Berkeley. I have been teaching both introductory and advanced biology courses at the University of Maryland, College Park for over 10 years. For fun I enjoy reading science fiction, doing crossword puzzles, swing and ballroom dancing, and playing ultimate frisbee.... I try to bring a broad perspective to my teaching. If one approach doesn't click, then...
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...am a pre-medical undergraduate at New York University studying Global Public Health with a concentration in Chemistry. I have been passionate about education since high school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents...
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Hello! My name is Kate, and I have 10 years of experience as a tutor and as an informal educator. I love connecting with students and helping them grow.
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I love working with students and helping them understand concepts. In nursing, it can be difficult to put all the information you learn together. I remember that distinctly when I was in nursing school. What I hope to do is break down complicated constructs to help students process and digest the information in a relatable manner.
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...possess two doctorate degrees in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and Medicinal Chemistry (Ph.D.), both obtained from Rutgers University (NJ). I am actively working as a synthetic medicinal chemist leading and managing projects in drug discovery and development and have 8+ years of research and technical experience in small molecule synthesis and design and biological evaluation of such potential therapies. I have 6+ years of tutoring experience in Chemistry and Organic Chemistry at the high school and college...
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...am a graduate of Delaware State University, where I received a BS in Foods, Nutrition, & Dietetics. I have a MPH in Nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I received a Ph.D. in Public Health from Walden University. I am a Registered Dietitian and have worked in psychiatric nutrition at a state facility and as a consultant for assisted living facilities and group homes. For the past 14 years, I have...
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...have been an educator for 18 years, and I love working with students! Prior to becoming an educator, I worked as an RN in high-risk OB, labor and delivery, post-surgical settings, home health, case management, and research. As an educator, I have supported students in different settings and programs. I initially taught at traditional brick-and-mortar universities and transitioned to online teaching in 2008. Over the years, I have supported pre-and post-licensure students in PN, ADN,...
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...a former teaching assistant for biology laboratory classes at a small private school, University of St Thomas, I love interacting with students on an individual basis to bring them to a deeper understanding of the amazing world of biology. My tutoring philosophy is to cater to every student's unique learning style, and to help them gain independence in mastering the material. I enjoy sharing with students my excitement talking about biology! I am currently in...
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...interest in biology and chemistry began in high school and has never waned over the past 40 years. I graduated summa cum laude from Clemson University with a BS in biochemistry, and faced the difficult decision of continuing in basic science research while pursuing a graduate degree or putting my people- and decision-making skills to the test by going to medical school. I ended up doing both, graduating from Yale University with a PhD in...
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...earned my BA in Industrial Psychology and MA in Family Counseling in New York, After working in standardized test preparation design for several years, I earned my PhD in Psychology and World Religion in San Diego, California. I tutor most subjects in psychology and sociology; specializing in essay and thesis editing. I love to tutor literature, writing, religion, culture, anything in the arts or humanities. I work well with students in the medical field and...
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...have over 10 years of experience tutoring and mentoring students at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Additionally, I have taught and prepared examination materials/study guides for graduate-level courses. I have also worked extensively on editing and revising scientific manuscripts and other written works. I am extremely interested in education and tailoring my tutoring/teaching methods to each student's individual learning style. There are many students I have encountered who are more than capable of excelling...
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...first experience teaching, as a private tutor in my high school years, revealed the deep insecurities we all carry as students. To a 6th grader, the thought of algebra was so frightening and intimidating that any reasoning disintegrated. So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding...
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...am a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which is the number 1 pharmacy school in the country. I earned my Doctorate in Pharmacy and practiced in both retail and hospital for over 10 years. I decided to work from home so I could spend more time with my children, so I began tutoring and teaching ESL, pharmacy (NAPLEX exam) and math online. I have been doing this for 4 years,...
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...a recent Georgetown University graduate originally from San Diego, CA. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Human Science, and I graduated with Honors with Distinction. While at Georgetown, I completed the pre-medical track and minored in Math. I'm an experienced standardized test taker, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic potential! I have tutored elementary school through college students in reading comprehension, math, SAT prep, and chemistry, and even started an...
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...am veterinarian with over 20 years of experience teaching and tutoring students. I have a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Wisconsin Veterinary School and a Master's in Public Health from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine. While my doctorate and veterinary credentials highlight my academic journey, my true passion lies in mentoring students and helping them achieve their dreams. My experience includes helping high school students prepare for college admissions by...
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I have a very diverse resume, which includes a PhD in cognitive psychology, an MD, and most recently, an MPH. However, I found the practice of medicine not to be quite what I expected, so I have returned to teaching. I have taught multiple courses in psychology, including introductory psychology, research methods, history and systems, and cognitive psychology. I have also tutored neuroscience in both medical school and collegiate levels - I love neuroscience! Finally,...
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...am a graduate of University of Chicago and a current graduate of Holy Family Red Crescent Medical College. I have been teaching for the last 5 years and am very passionate about helping students achieve their goals. I believe a great teacher puts their students need first, and adheres to their students learning style. I am currently applying for residency in General surgery and I believe that I would be an excellent tutor to help...
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...am a graduate of the University of Montana with a degree in Ecology and Organismal Biology. I believe that hard work, curiosity and an open mind are the keys to lifelong learning. Often the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware...
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...My name is Beck Jacobsen (they/them). I am a graduate of Wesleyan University (BA in Chemistry, Molecular Biology & Biochemistry) and the University of Virginia School of Medicine (MD). I completed 1.5 years of family medicine residency training before deciding to leave residency to become a high school science teacher. Throughout college and medical school, I tutored a variety of subjects, including chemistry, biochemistry, sociology, anatomy, and physiology. I have experience with MCAT prep through...
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Whether you are a second-year medical student or an incoming college freshman who intends to complete a pre-medical concentration, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with one-on-one medical tutoring to assist you in your academic endeavors. Individualized medical tutoring can serve as a strong support system for your learning needs. From final exams in core courses like anatomy and organic chemistry to important tests like the MCAT and the USMLE, your tutor can be your guide, and can offer strategies for effective note-taking and time management as well. Medicine is a challenging, complex field that requires students to commit a great deal of information to memory and stretch their problem-solving skills. Pre-medical and medical school classes build upon knowledge introduced in the prior weeks, months, and semesters. It can become increasingly difficult to progress through your curriculum smoothly if even one aspect of biochemistry or physiology gives you pause.
Reviewing your notes and textbooks is an excellent first step, but if you find such a technique insufficient, never fear. Medical tutoring is always one-on-one, with individualized lessons that factor in your personal goals, learning style, personality, strengths, and weaknesses. Perhaps neuroscience is clearest to you when its concepts are visually depicted. Perhaps you are an auditory learner who prefers to rely on mnemonics and intricate discussion of the brain's physical structure. Even on an advanced level, people learn in different ways. Varsity Tutors can not only connect you with a medical tutor who is skilled in the area you need help in, but the tutor will be matched to you based on your own unique learning style and even your personality.
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Recent Medicine Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I went through and completed her Individual Exam to be submitted today. We reviewed concepts and spoke through each question to ensure complete understanding of the material and working through problems.
We will be in touch over email this weekend to help with a group assignment, and next week start taking chapter checkpoints.
Today we covered third variable effects (confounding/effect modification) and random effects. The student was not familiar with the material before we met, but feels more knowledgeable now. She will finish her homework and we will go over the material on Sunday.
Reviewed type 1 hypersensitivities. Went over type II, III and IV hypersensitivities and started on autoimmune diseases part I lecture. Drilled her on concepts as we moved through categories. She was very responsive, and is becoming better at categorizing the information for better memory recall. As before, I recommended she immediately go over the lecture we went over today after we were done, to solidify recall. Recommended making a one-page typed chart that compares all 4 hypersensitivity reactions on one page, for quick review. No concerns today.
We talked about the structure and function of the nervous system, focusing mainly on the types of cells and their subsequent role in the conduction of a nerve impulse. I believe the session was very fruitful, and the student understood the major concepts involved in nerve impulse and the role of various substances in the same. We planned to include a proper game plan from here on and stick to it for future sessions. He seemed amenable to the idea.
The student and I are using this session and tomorrow's session to review for her midterm exam on Wednesday. She is doing very well on units 1 through 3. We will review unit 4 tomorrow. I do think she will do well on it.
During this session, I reviewed a data matrix for the student which consisted of reviewing 10 scientific articles related to medication errors in the field of nursing. I read four of the ten articles and made relevant changes and corrections to the matrix in specific areas like sample size reporting, measured outcome variables, and pertinent results from data.
