Preparing for Medicine.

Hi!!! So I've got med offers and I'm pretty confident I'll meet them, but I'm super worried about not being able to catch up at med school with everything. I often find myself lacking common knowledge that everyone else seems to know, and I don't want this to happen in med school. Are there any books or shows that anyone would recommend for getting actual medical knowledge and a good basis for starting medicine? Like would watching grey's anatomy teach me anything or is it purely fiction? Just anything that would set me up for medical school. Please and Thank you !!!

Hi!!! So I've got med offers and I'm pretty confident I'll meet them, but I'm super worried about not being able to catch up at med school with everything. I often find myself lacking common knowledge that everyone else seems to know, and I don't want this to happen in med school. Are there any books or shows that anyone would recommend for getting actual medical knowledge and a good basis for starting medicine? Like would watching grey's anatomy teach me anything or is it purely fiction? Just anything that would set me up for medical school. Please and Thank you !!!

(*Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or current med student. I am an applicant like you and this is my own personal opinion; I hope it helps)
Firstly, congratulations on your offers, you've obviously worked hard to get them and wouldn't have been offered places if they didn't see the potential in you.
Sometimes, we're our own worst critics, so believe in yourself, I'm sure you'll be great.
I have an honours degree in another science subject so I get why you would be worried about the information overload but from what I've heard about medicine, if you prepare and study often - in a way which works for you - you won't need to catch up as you'll be on track.
I've been told by family and friends that it's not overly difficult, it's just a lot of information. As mentioned above, once you master the studying routine that's right for you, you'll do it naturally. Some topics/areas you'll understand no problem and others, you'll maybe struggle with and require more support.
There's online flashcards to help with memory where you can write things down and test yourself (I believe it's called Anki).
Buying loads of books is most likely going to add to your stress and the university should provide you with what you need.
I have however, heard that the 'Zero to Finals' flashcards/book is pretty good if you're looking for something though but again, this isn't me talking from experience, just going on what I've read and heard.
If, for any reason you feel that you're falling behind, definitely seek out support from the university.
Best of luck with your exams and life at university. Be positive!! 🙂

(*Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or current med student. I am an applicant like you and this is my own personal opinion; I hope it helps)
Firstly, congratulations on your offers, you've obviously worked hard to get them and wouldn't have been offered places if they didn't see the potential in you.
Sometimes, we're our own worst critics, so believe in yourself, I'm sure you'll be great.
I have an honours degree in another science subject so I get why you would be worried about the information overload but from what I've heard about medicine, if you prepare and study often - in a way which works for you - you won't need to catch up as you'll be on track.
I've been told by family and friends that it's not overly difficult, it's just a lot of information. As mentioned above, once you master the studying routine that's right for you, you'll do it naturally. Some topics/areas you'll understand no problem and others, you'll maybe struggle with and require more support.
There's online flashcards to help with memory where you can write things down and test yourself (I believe it's called Anki).
Buying loads of books is most likely going to add to your stress and the university should provide you with what you need.
I have however, heard that the 'Zero to Finals' flashcards/book is pretty good if you're looking for something though but again, this isn't me talking from experience, just going on what I've read and heard.
If, for any reason you feel that you're falling behind, definitely seek out support from the university.
Best of luck with your exams and life at university. Be positive!! 🙂

Doctor here. Everyone starts at the beginning. If you've got in, you're good enough to handle the course. If you still need to meet your offers I'd focus on making sure that happens rather than trying to learn new material. Use your free time to develop your other hobbies and interests.
Grey's Anatomy is pure fiction yes, I wouldn't suggest trying to emulate it in your career 🤣

Hi!
I'm Lindo, a 2nd year Medical Student at Uni of Leicester!
First of all, huge congratulations on your offers!! 🎉
My best recommendation would definitely be to focus on smashing your A Levels for now, and tackling the Medicine work as it comes! Spend this upcoming summer enjoying yourself and celebrating your achievements so far. You are more than capable if you got an offer in the first place, but your uni may suggest some pre-reading before getting started, and it may ease your nerves a bit to follow their guidance on this.
I would also recommend starting to think about the course structure and plans of how you will tackle the workload! It is more than okay if this plan changes but it may make you more confident if you have a plan!
All the best!
Lindo
2nd Year Medical Student

Hi!!! So I've got med offers and I'm pretty confident I'll meet them, but I'm super worried about not being able to catch up at med school with everything. I often find myself lacking common knowledge that everyone else seems to know, and I don't want this to happen in med school. Are there any books or shows that anyone would recommend for getting actual medical knowledge and a good basis for starting medicine? Like would watching grey's anatomy teach me anything or is it purely fiction? Just anything that would set me up for medical school. Please and Thank you !!!