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Zach Bernstein

3 years

Introducing Bernie's Freesources, a free guide to free resources for the MCAT: . The mission of this website is simple: to provide completely free resources to students preparing for the MCAT.

Home | Bernie's Freesources

www.berniesfreesources.com

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Well. It's happening. My first day of medical school is tomorrow. Been looking forward to this moment since I was 16. Here we go.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

First semester of medical school ✅

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3 years

Coffee✅ Sleeping feline in my arms✅

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Zach Bernstein

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1 year

Medical students, Friendly reminder that today is Amazon Prime day. See below for my steal of the day. Kindly, Zach

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Zach Bernstein

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2 years

Medical students that publish 50+ (let alone 100+) papers throughout medical school-- how? Most students will not come close to this. Quality > quantity, but quantity is still important if the research is well done. Unique tips, advice, dos/donts are all always welcomed.

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Zach Bernstein

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10 months

To my med student friends applying into neurosurgery + other residencies re: the publishing arms race. Great talk by Dr. Amin-Hanjani at #CNS2023 . She points out: the mean is higher than the median, driven by the outlier students that publish an incredibly high number of papers.

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Zach Bernstein

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6 months

First day back in the OR after a few months of IM and other rotations! Good day to wear my favorite scrub cap. #GoBlue

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

#PremedTwitter , I have an MCAT resource that I’d love to share for free. It’s a simple Psych/Soc guide with every term and definition—broken down by subsections—I’ve seen from Khan, Kaplan, reddit, practice exams, etc. DM if you want this. And also DM with any MCAT questions.

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Zach Bernstein

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2 years

@ryan_senne Phineas (Gage).

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Turns out all I needed to do to cure my depression was adopt a kitty and dress her up for Halloween

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

primary application fees 🤝 secondary application fees impoverishing applicants

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

@meganranney This is an awesome & important read. I strongly recommend. Great example of clear & concise sci/med communication. Language is to the point & humble. Bereft of the dramatization & overconfidence of modern media that seems to frustrate Americans on both sides of political isle.

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Zach Bernstein

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1 year

Started my first rotation in pediatrics. I've loved working in the hospital. My residents and attendings have been so kind, caring, and yet challenging with their teaching. My patients are precious. I feel like a (student) doctor. Anyway, here is what I made for dinner tonight!

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Me mapping out my undergrad semester's worth of biochemistry in 1 week in medical school

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 months

Why does registering for USMLE STEP 2 cost $670? Is the profit that the NBME makes from student exam registrations excessive? Can we perhaps get this cost down? Sincerely, Medical Student

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Just attended perhaps the most captivating lecture I've ever been to by @gradydoctor . Was such a gift to hear you share amazing stories and insightful lessons. "Don't be a cultural ball hog".

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

1 year

Confirmed for my first @CNS_Update annual meeting. Looking forward to making new connections. And running a 5k 🏃‍♂️🤛

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 months

Med students applying into neurosurgery, check out this awesome paper in @TheJNS hot off the press. “…50% of all applicants who successfully matched having [less than or equal to] 5 publications and 25% having [less than or equal to] 2 publications”.

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4 months

Really proud of this one! We show a detailed analysis of #neurosurgery applicant publications over a 5 year period. Spoiler alert- yes pub numbers are increasing but no they are not as high as you may have believed. This may level set expectations.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

You are invited to share your top 6 fruits in order below. Two rules: 1) assume fruit is fresh 2) assume fruit is eaten on its own

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Zach Bernstein

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1 year

The older I get, the more the kitchen has become a sanctuary for me. A place and moment in time to dive into deep focus, creativity, precision. It’s meditative. And ends (usually) in a good meal.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

1 year

All in all, @UWorldMedical is the best academic resource I've ever experienced in my 18 years of education. And I think by a long shot.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

And we are off. We’ll be in Atlanta for the first time in our lives in a brisk 13 hours. Godspeed.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Our medical school soccer team lost to the business school team 3-2 in intramural soccer tonight and my friend said “sometimes capitalism defeats science”.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

2 things I’ve done since last new year that have afforded me some added peace are: -first 10-15 minutes of day are stretching/yoga without phone -charging phone over night in living room (not in bed room) Trying to start and end my days with body and mind. Try it out w/ me 🧘

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

@traependergrast I may be in the minority here, but unsalted butter > salted butter. Allows for more control over salt level of your food!

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

15 dissections later ✅

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Came to learn Italian. Left with an existential crisis.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

My favorite coffee shop asked me if I wanted “the usual” this morning. This is the first time anyone has ever asked me that. I feel so seen and loved.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

My sister and I decided we'd sit down with our grandparents and interview them with recorded video. First half is rapid fire personality/interest questions, i.e. "what's your favorite book", "who is your biggest influence", or "what's a happy memory from teenage yours".

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

I made this because this is how I feel.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

An unexpected highlight of my medical school experience has been teaching at a local high school through our Young Physicians Initiative. These kids are so curious. It makes me realize how far I’ve come that I can answer (some of) their questions. Teaching is so much fun.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Woah. Woke up to so much love. It’s amazing how supportive and kind this online community can be. I’m starting school with a really really full heart. Thank you everyone☺️😅❤️. And if you followed me, I will be following you right back!

Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Well. It's happening. My first day of medical school is tomorrow. Been looking forward to this moment since I was 16. Here we go.

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Zach Bernstein

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2 years

New professional headshot.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Hello here are my clams.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Different angle for maximum effect.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

Just met a cute dog. His name is Rigatoni. Please say hi to Rigatoni.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

I feel so at ease in Ann Arbor. It’s such a special and beautiful place.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Exam week.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

A great birthday gift-- I'm officially a published researcher. This work was truly a team effort and I'm grateful to have had such supportive teammates at @MountSinaiOrtho . My first ever published manuscript in the Journal of Hand Surgery. Check it out!

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

PB and BC (blueberry compote)

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

✅heme/onc exam ✅pick-up basketball ✅FaceTiming with my grandma and sister Great day.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

Made a bowl of hummus that is more attractive than me 🍽🥕😬

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

I’ve mentioned to friends/family I’ve had difficulty feeling proud of myself as a pre-med with such a long-term journey ahead. Apparently, I’m “too hard on myself”. But, for the first time in a while, I feel proud of the work I’m doing. It feels good. #MedTwitter #MentalHealth

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

24 years of straight school, but no longer! First day of big girl job for @Rachel . She’s going to be amazing.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 months

Anyone else wonder why NBME practice exams have 4 blocks of 50 questions (200 total) when the real exam is in blocks of 40 questions? Can we make those 200 total questions into 5 blocks of 40 questions? Add this to the "Things We Do For No Reason" segment in @JHospMedicine . 🙂

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Just got boosted 🤝

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

The year was 2011. 2 eighth-grade point guards went head to head in the Hoop Group Summer Camp All-Star game in a competitive match up. 1 of those point guards went on to become the starting point guard for the New York Knicks. The other, is @ScienceZach .

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2 years

Ready to start a new chapter New York! Let’s go! 🗽🔹🔸

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

5 months

New paper from @CTOREgroup evaluating the association between CSF lab values and risk for VP shunt following posterior fossa tumor resection. Great job team 👏. Check it out: @KimberlyBHoang @SnehaSaiMannam @ZvipoChisango

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

I love my mom. She’s always been incredibly supportive and I’m really the most grateful for her. Side note— she’s on level 11,167 on candy crush.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

🧵With my last exam of pre-clinical curriculum, I thought I’d write a brief thread on mental health in (pre-clinical) medical school. 🧠🧵 #FirstThread This is a series of my own thoughts/reflections that may or may not be applicable to others, but I hope that others find

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

Big shout out to El Azteca (Park Ridge, NJ) for opening a second location in Mahwah, NJ. This is big news. Best burrito I have ever had by a long shot!!! Amazing food. Amazing service. Grand opening is August 26th.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

@michaeljknowles Really looking forward to this new episode of Black Mirror!

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

The more time I spend with neurosurgery the more I am in awe. Grateful for the opportunity to tag along on the @GradyHealth service today.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Second half is open-ended, philosophical questions, i.e. "are people inherently good or evil", "do you believe in god", or "what does it mean to be happy". Just completed our first interview of our mom's dad, our papa. We laughed and cried. A lot of both. Heart is full.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

I think we may have the best medical student basketball team in the country.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Been in NY/NJ for 2 days and have only eat bagels and pizza. Happy.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

250 miles ran for the 2022 year. Looking forward to beating that in 2023. Always love supporting others runs, bikes, hikes, etc. on Strava. Follow me @ Zachary Bernstein ✌️🏃‍♂️🌎

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

I don’t want to be that person who’s cats are their personality but it is becoming harder and harder every day not to be.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

10 months

My take: -pursue meaningful scientific projects that spark your curiosity -don’t be intimidated -prioritize quality > quantity in your research portfolio while also being mindful that there is a non-zero component of quantity

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Bok choy chili garlic noodles w/ egg. Good night.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Nothing gets the cortisol flowing like asking a question in a lecture in front of your entire class with the answer right on the screen.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

This was from Monday, but I wanted to share.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Can I be a neurosurgeon and coach my future child's youth basketball team?

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

m cat

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Thank you for tracking my fitness @whoop . I love having this data. Celebrating 500 total activities 🍻👏

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Second exam of medical school ✅

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

No, I am not eating a salmon filet for breakfast (although I would). This is from dinner the other night. Butter basted w/ garlic, lemon, and rosemary.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

@jenkins_paul In my short career, I can confidently say you’re one of the smartest and most welcoming scientists and mentors out there. Too good to quit, Paul!

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

I made a little website. It has a mission of sharing free resources for the MCAT. Please share if you’d like! @traependergrast @mahad_minhas @samsfeelinggood @HkMielkeMaday @MySystolic @uniqueanika @Miriannie_ @Gabby_Brauner27 @spagooterman @anxiouspremed1 @chemicallycozy

Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Introducing Bernie's Freesources, a free guide to free resources for the MCAT: . The mission of this website is simple: to provide completely free resources to students preparing for the MCAT.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Cabbage is so yummy and versatile.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Please rate my anki set up.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Never thought I’d be the guy obsessed with his cats, but here we are.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Incredible morning learning about skull base anatomy and neurosurgical techniques. Thank you so much for leading such a comprehensive and educational session @edoardoporto . Grateful for @EmoryNeurosurg and everyone else who helped make this experience possible.

Edoardo Porto, MD

@edoardoporto

2 years

It was a pleasure being part of the first Emory Medical Student illustrative anatomy session at @EmorySkullBase @gpradil2 @GarzonMuvdi @ManuRevuelta @EmoryNeurosurg

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

Also--no need to DM me anymore. I previously was sending the study guide via email, but now I've created a link to download the file. Here it is: Feel free to share with anyone!

Bernie's P/S MCAT Ultimate Guide.pdf

drive.google.com

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

10 months

👏Classmate and friend @ZvipoChisango presenting her fantastic work at @CNS_Update #CNS2023 with @CTOREgroup @KimberlyBHoang . @EmoryMedicine @aans_emory

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

New Krebs Cycle just dropped

Paige Arnold

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2 years

I’m beyond thrilled that our paper identifying a ‘non-canonical’ TCA cycle active in cancer cells and stem cells is out today in @Nature ! @__btjackson @LucasBSullivan @lydfinley @MSKCancerCenter @GSKGradSchool 1/n

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

My grandpa told me stories of harsh competition and sabotage when he was in med school, but I’ve discovered the opposite so far. Classmates reminding each other of deadlines, sharing resources, checking in on each other’s wellbeing. It’s really nice.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Rainy, cold day = chicken soup. Used a ton of bones I’ve been saving in the freezer from whole roasting chicken. Going to let this simmer for the day. Good UWORLD study break. Have a great day everyone. 🙂

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

My cat is perfect. I am not biased.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Woah. Ran into Alex Honnold at the Yosemite Village Market. A living legend... Such a nice guy. El Capitan just a few miles away.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

@VarsityAces Yes, but you have to pay me a subscription price to find out. 😕😬

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

My first garden and really my first time trying to grow any plant. Mint, sage, rosemary, basil, thyme, chives, and lavender. Hoping these little guys provide our kitchen w/ fresh herbs for the next 3 years. 🌿🪴

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

1 year

Case reports are fun. A great chance to dive into a (sometimes very limited) literature and learn about something niche you may not otherwise in medical school. As is the case with this case! Link below to read. Thank you to Dr. Adamson for the guidance here.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Couch, cat, coffee. I’d posit this is a form of meditation.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

First propagation. Little basil in the foreground taken from it’s parent behind it. I now have a family of basil, albeit a small one. 🌿🪴😎

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

This is a good example of team work:

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Trying to do medical school but a cat keeps jumping on my computer.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

Took a page from @samsfeelinggood ’s book with the lemon garnish. This is my citation. Chicken thighs w/ garlic, cumin, coriander, lemon, s/p, yogurt marinade Long grain brown rice w/ lemon, cinnamon, butter, and diced kalmata olives

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

My first pickeling. And I learned that garlic… turns… blue!?!? A quoogle (quick google) told me that it turns blue in acidic solutions. Anyone know if this is true? #GarlicFacts

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Another day, another UWORLD block.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Hello, I am in Italy.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

When the professor asks the lecture hall "who here is considering a career in neurosurgery?" and the class laughs 😅 #Neurosurgery

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Medicine is not the only discipline with financial barriers to higher education. After I shared Bernie's Freesources with the world, I had a good friend from college (currently in law school) reach out to me. It turns out--not to my surprise--that there exists a lack of free or

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

9 months

When--and only when--I am scrubbed in do I then realize I have a really intense itch on my ear or lip or cheek or head or eyebrow. Every time. 😇 Is this just me or do others also experience this?

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

4 years

First day back living in NYC after a few weeks staying in NJ. I wake up excited and ready to have a productive day in the lab. Go to the bathroom to take a quick shower. Aaaaand the water is brown.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

3 years

Taking my grandparents to get vaccinated!!! They’ve been so cautious throughout everything. They’ve been looking forward to this day and I’m very grateful it’s finally here.

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Beautiful fall Ann Arbor Day for a game day and a coffee from @roosroast .

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Zach Bernstein

@ScienceZach

2 years

Turkey B’s stuffed w/ onions, mushrooms, ginger, garlic, and goat cheese.

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