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Apexa Patel
Apexa Patel
Lincoln Memorial University – Harrogate PA Program
Apexa is a board-certified physician assistant with 10 years of experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. With her clinical background and passion for mentoring, she guides pre-PA students through the application process. She specializes in personalized counseling, drawing from her extensive experience in various orthopedic settings.
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Arcadia Trvalik
Arcadia Trvalik
Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program
Cady (Arcadia) is a highly accomplished board-certified physician assistant and Fulbright scholar with a passion for global health. She serves on the North Carolina State Academy of Physician Assistants as a student director-at-large and is a board member of Physician Assistants for Global Health.
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Ari Tomassetti
Ari Tomassetti
South College School of Physician Assistant Studies
As an emergency room physician assistant at Atlanta's level 1 trauma center with a passion for teaching and mentoring, Ari draws upon her diverse educational background and extensive clinical experience to break down barriers to applications and help aspiring PAs convey their stories.
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Aryaman
Aryaman
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
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Ashley Berry
Ashley Berry
Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions Department of Physician Assistant Studies
Ashley is a board-certified urgent care physician assistant in Massachusetts who uses her background as a non-traditional student and former school administrator to guide PA school applicants. As a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, she enjoys mentoring students and inviting them to shadow her in the clinic.
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Ashley Johnson
Ashley Johnson
University of Tennessee at Martin School of Nursing
Ashley earned a BSN from the University of Tennessee, a Master’s in nursing from Murray State University, and a PhD in nursing from the University of Kansas. She has been an associate professor at Bethel University of Tennessee for 12 years, where she is also the Remediator and RN-BSN Coordinator.
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Asmaa Mahoui
Asmaa Mahoui
UC Berkeley-UC San Francisco Joint Medical Program
Before attending the UC Berkeley-UCSF Joint Medical Program, Asmaa graduated from Indiana University and spent a year abroad studying biochemistry at the University of Oxford. She is a social justice-centered patient care and public health advocate, having served as an executive board member of organizations including White Coats for Black Lives, Human Rights Collaborative, People's Program Clinic, Celebrating the Skin We're In, and the Muslim Medical Student Association.
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Athena Rakebrand
Athena Rakebrand
Marist College’s Physician Assistant Studies Program
Athena is a highly accomplished physician assistant with an extensive background in behavioral medicine. While at Marist College, she served on the admissions committee, interviewing candidates, reading essays and personal statements, and discussing with other faculty which candidates should be admitted to the program.
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Auriel Saber
Auriel Saber
Loma Linda School of Dentistry
Auriel graduated from the University of California San Diego with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology. She proudly achieved a DAT score of 23, securing her admission to Loma Linda School of Dentistry, her top choice for dental education.
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Austin
Austin
Stanford University School of Medicine
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Ayush Parikh
Ayush Parikh
Harvard Medical School
Ayush has over five years of experience in pre-medical tutoring/advising, helping students receive top scores on the MCAT and gain admission into top medical schools around the country. Personally, Ayush has scored in the 99th percentile on the MCAT and in the 96th percentile on USMLE Step 1.
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Benjamin Popokh
Benjamin Popokh
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Benjamin (Benji) has a strong background in teaching, tutoring, and guiding students through the medical school application process. As part of the connection program at UTSW, he helped pre-med students at different Texas colleges work through their applications.
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Bethany Onyirimba
Bethany Onyirimba
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Bethany has been actively involved in pre-medical organizations promoting diversity and inclusion in medicine. She received her undergraduate degree at Columbia University and went on to study at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Bethany has gained extensive mentorship experience by tutoring students in college and actively participating in Columbia's Student Success Network, providing support to medical students.
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Bhargav Vemulapalli
Bhargav Vemulapalli
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Bhargav won the Chancellor’s Global Health Scholarship before attending medical school, complementing his education with a Master’s in clinical and translational sciences at Rutgers. Bhargav has extensive research experience, including in health services, advanced endoscopy, and preventive cardiology, resulting in several scholarly publications.
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Bradley Dea
Bradley Dea
University of Southern California Physician Assistant Program
Bradley graduated cum laude from the University of California, Riverside before attending the University of Southern California’s PA program, where he serves as the Health Fair Chair of the Physician Assistant Student Society. He is also a member of the California Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
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Brandon Godinich
Brandon Godinich
Texas Tech Health Science Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine
Brandon has over three years of experience guiding students through the medical school application process. During his application cycle, he interviewed at 10 medical schools and received an impressive eight acceptances, choosing to attend the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine at Texas Tech University.
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Brandon Lau
Brandon Lau
University of Alabama at Birmingham Physician Assistant Program
Brandon is a highly accomplished physician assistant who has been practicing for over four years. In addition to his clinical work and mentoring, he serves as a battalion physician assistant in the New York Army National Guard, where his responsibilities include providing medical education and instruction, and training for a platoon of 30+ medics.
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Brian Green
Brian Green
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Brian's diverse experiences, ranging from his athletic career at Louisiana State University to his roles as a teacher, mentor, and medical professional, have cultivated a deep passion for advising, mentoring, and encouraging students. With a blend of academic excellence, leadership skills, and a compassionate approach, he provides expert advice to students navigating the complex admissions processes.
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Bryson Gomez
Bryson Gomez
UC Berkeley - UCSF Joint Medical Program
Bryson attended San Diego State University before attending the UC Berkeley - UCSF Joint Medical Program, pursuing an MD/MS focused on preventing fentanyl overdoses in San Francisco. Bryson worked on LGBTQ health disparities research at Stanford while implementing an admissions prep program, including workshops on the application cycle and mock interviews. At UC Berkeley-UCSF, Bryson helped underrepresented students navigate the medical school application process.
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Caitlin Passaro
Caitlin Passaro
North Carolina College of Veterinary Medicine (NCSU)
Caitlin’s path to veterinary school started at UNC-Chapel Hill, where she earned a degree in business administration. After working at IBM for two years, Caitlin was accepted to her dream veterinary school. She has been counseling pre-vet students for many years with a proven track record of success.
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Isaac Liu
Isaac Liu
Buffalo School of Dental Medicine
Isaac is a dedicated DAT tutor with several years of tutoring experience, having worked as a private tutor and undergraduate teaching assistant for several STEM courses. He scored an impressive 24AA on the DAT, including 97th percentile scores in general and organic chemistry and a 99th percentile score in mathematics.
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Janvi Patel
Janvi Patel
UT Southwestern School of Medicine
Janvi is a dedicated MCAT tutor who draws from her own academic achievements to shape her tutoring approach. With three years of experience tutoring students in diverse subjects and her proven success on the MCAT, she guides students to achieve high scores efficiently and effectively.
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Jasmina Hasikic
Jasmina Hasikic
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Jasmina is an exceptional tutor and mentor for aspiring dental students. She offers a combination of academic expertise, extensive clinical experience, and a passion for helping others succeed. With over 430 hours of shadowing and clinical experience, Jasmina has gained a deep understanding of the skills and knowledge required to excel in the field of dentistry. 
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John Quinlan
John Quinlan
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Prior to attending the University of Maryland's Medical Scientist Training Program, John graduated summa cum laude with both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in biomedical engineering from Drexel University. His tutoring experience spans a decade, beginning in high school and continuing through his PhD studies.
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Joseph Mears
Joseph Mears
University of Michigan Medical School
Joseph has been tutoring students in pre-health fields for over eight years. He excels at helping students with the often dreaded CARS section, as well as working through the Bio/Biochem and Chem/Phys sections of the MCAT.
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Julia Gardner
Julia Gardner
The University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
With seven years of experience as a private academic tutor, Julia has honed her skills in guiding students from middle school through college in various STEM subjects. Her exceptional performance on the MCAT, scoring an impressive 523, has equipped her with the knowledge and test-taking strategies necessary to help other students excel on this challenging exam.
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Justin Dhindsa
Justin Dhindsa
Baylor College of Medicine
Prior to attending Baylor College of Medicine, Justin graduated from Duke University with a BS in biology and a minor in chemistry. While at Duke, he contributed to neuromuscular disease research and helped develop novel gene therapies for diseases like Pompe disease and ALS. With over three years of MCAT tutoring experience, Justin has a proven track record of helping aspirational students achieve their testing goals.
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Kaile Maske
Kaile Maske
University of Virginia School of Medicine
Before enrolling in the University of Virginia School of Medicine’s MD-PhD program, Kaile graduated from Stanford University with a BS in chemistry, conferred with distinction. With an impressive 524 MCAT score, perfect scores in the Chem/Phys and Psych/Soc sections, and three years of tutoring experience, Kaile is an exceptional MCAT tutor.
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Keane Biu
Keane Biu
University of California, Los Angeles
Keane studied biochemistry at the University of California, Los Angeles, and he is excited to share his wealth of knowledge with aspiring medical students. Through his tutoring and mentorship experiences at UCLA, Keane has helped students succeed in various courses.
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Keith Yorke
Keith Yorke
University of Oklahoma
With a strong background in biomedical sciences and chemistry, Keith combines his passion for teaching with his firsthand knowledge. In just one year, Keith has privately tutored over 30 students for the MCAT, with an impressive average score increase of 14 points.
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Kerol Faltas
Kerol Faltas
Rutgers University–New Brunswick
Kerol attended Rutgers University, where he completed a rigorous cell biology and neuroscience honors degree in an impressive two and a half years. With an outstanding cumulative and science GPA of 4.00, Kerol's academic prowess is further demonstrated by his exceptional 98th percentile MCAT score. Over the last six years, he has tutored more than 100 students, helping MCAT-takers increase their scores by 6 points on average.
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Leonardo Masias
Leonardo Masias
Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
Leonardo is a highly experienced and successful DAT tutor, having helped numerous students gain admission to dental school for over 18 months. He brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to his tutoring sessions, ensuring that his students receive the most up-to-date insights on what to expect on the DAT.
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Lillian DeBord
Lillian DeBord
University of Kentucky College of Dentistry
Lillian's tutoring experience is extensive, spanning six years of broad tutoring, three years as a teaching assistant, and two years focused on DAT preparation. She has worked with 20+ students one-on-one and 60+ in classroom settings. Additionally, she achieved an impressive 28AA on the DAT.
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Lily Getter
Lily Getter
Wake Forest University
As an experienced tutor with over eight years of experience, Lily is dedicated to guiding students to success. Specializing in MCAT preparation, she crafts personalized sessions that empower students to reach their score goals and bolster their confidence.
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Madeline Phillips
Madeline Phillips
University of Mary Washington
Madeline is a highly accomplished graduate who has demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and a remarkable ability to balance multiple responsibilities. She earned her Bachelor’s in biology in just three years, maintaining a perfect A grade in every science and math course throughout her undergraduate career. Madeline co-founded one of the largest clubs on campus, demonstrating her leadership abilities and passion for creating a positive impact in her community.
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Maggie Lomasney
Maggie Lomasney
University of Michigan
Maggie studied at the University of Michigan, pursuing a degree in biochemistry with a minor in gender and health. Having personally completed over 5,000 MCAT practice problems, she has a nuanced understanding of how the test assesses content.
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Mary Toro
Mary Toro
University of Rochester
Mary has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Biology from SUNY Geneseo and a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Rochester. She has six years of experience tutoring students in standardized test preparation, including critical reading, grammar, writing, math, and science. Mary has also worked as a COVID-19 case investigator for the Arizona Department of Health and a Sexual Assault Advocate for Planned Parenthood, which bolstered her ability to navigate complex systems and advocate for others.
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Melani Stallkamp
Melani Stallkamp
University of Cincinnati College of Nursing
Melani is a seasoned nurse educator with over 30 years of experience in nursing academia. As a former Dean of Nursing, she has extensive knowledge of the nursing application process and has helped countless students prepare for the NCLEX, consistently achieving a 100% pass rate for four years.
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Melanie Afriat
Melanie Afriat
McGill University School of Medicine
Melanie earned her Bachelor’s in neuroscience from Concordia University before attending the McGill University School of Medicine in Montreal. She is passionate about Casper tutoring and students who have worked with her have consistently scored in the top 25% with a near-perfect success rate in gaining acceptance to some of the most competitive healthcare programs.
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Merna Lewiz
Merna Lewiz
Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry
Merna is a dedicated dental assistant with three years of tutoring and mentoring experience guiding students through the challenging DAT preparing process. Her guidance and support have helped students achieve remarkable results and gain admission to their top dental school choices
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