Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in both academia and professional practice, I bring a unique perspective to medical school admissions coaching. I hold a PhD in Experimental Surgery from McGill University, a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Concordia University, Master of Science in Health Policy and Management from Harvard University, a Masters of Public Health from Imperial College London, and a Medical degree from Ain Shams University, Cairo. I have been a Research Fellow at Harvard Medical School, equipping me with deep insights into the medical field and a technical officer for the WHO. As the founder and CEO of Qalam Health Solutions, I understand the importance of strategic planning and decision-making. Over the years, I've successfully coached 101 aspiring medical students, helping them navigate the complex admissions process and secure spots at top medical schools. Let's work together to craft a standout application that highlights your strengths and potential. Reach out to start your journey towards medical school success!

Founder of highly successful Pre-Med Prep, a med school admissions service designed to helped Pre-Meds get into medical school. I am a Physician in Neurology in a top program in the US. For years I have helped students achieve their dreams in getting into medical school and now I have joined Leland to continue helping students achieve their dreams of becoming doctors. I am here to help you create the best possible application to medical school, residency, or fellowship. As a physician myself, not only have I gone through the process of applying to medical school and Residency but have been on an admissions committee in the past where i received key insights directly into the admission process. Over the last 6 years, I have helped over 400 students gain admission into medical school, guiding them through the personal statement, secondaries, interviews, scholarships and beyond. I have worked with students from all walks of life including IMGs, non-traditional applicants, MD programs, and DO programs. Through working with me, we will go beyond simply editing the personal statement or writing the work and activities section. I will help you showcase the best version of yourself to maximize your chances in gaining acceptance to medical school.

I have 5 years of experience coaching aspiring medical school students, 4 of which have been spent at a highly reputable consulting agency.

Over the last four years, I have coached hundreds of pre-med students at a large R1 institution, guiding them as they prepare for medical school applications. I work with applicants from personal statement ideation all the way through decision making and I can't wait to do the same with you. Whether you're applying for the first time or reapplying and need a fresh take on your application, I'm confident that my coaching experience will be an asset to you. My approach centers around making meaning of your experiences, helping you to find the connections to your future goals, and translating those in a way that will resonate with the admissions committee. Let's work together to help you achieve your goals!

With seven years of experience in med school admissions consulting, I’ve helped over 100 students get into top schools like Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, Penn, and Cornell. As a Yale and Harvard alum with admissions committee experience, I bring firsthand knowledge of how the process works. I’m also on faculty at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where I mentor medical students and have an even deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed. I’d love to help you create an application that shows off your strengths and stands out. Let’s connect and get started!

As a coach, I bring valuable experience and insights to help you navigate the medical school application process with confidence. As a non-traditional applicant who successfully applied to medical school after two cycles, I understand firsthand the challenges of standing out and have developed proven strategies to overcome them. I am currently a fourth-year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine, applying to combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency programs, with plans to match soon! My background includes extensive leadership, community outreach, and mentoring, allowing me to provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique strengths and goals. Whether you’re set on pursuing medical school or still exploring your path, I’m here to help at any stage. From crafting authentic, compelling personal statements to preparing for interviews, I’ll ensure you present your best self to admissions committees—all while staying true to who you are.

I am an incoming medical student at Northwestern University, a top 15 US MD program and my dream medical school. During my application process, I interviewed at additional elite programs such as NYU and Cornell. Through tens of hours of admissions research and years of planning, I was able to develop a strategy that led to admissions success without taking any gap years. As someone with a passion for mentoring, I hope to guide other pre-medical students through building their strongest possible application that conveys their unique story, and ultimately gets them accepted into a dream program. Two applicants with the exact same experiences and metrics can craft wildly different applications and levels of admissions success. I will help ensure that your hard work, dedication, and strong fit to become a physician are highlighted to admissions committees, along with the attributes that make you stand out.

Welcome to my profile! As a current MD-PhD candidate at Harvard Medical School, I bring a wealth of experience in mentoring and coaching pre-medical students. My journey began at Case Western Reserve University, where I co-founded the Undergraduate Research Society and developed a successful Mentor-Mentee Program, which has facilitated over 100 pairings. My mentees have achieved remarkable success, gaining acceptance into top medical schools and securing prestigious fellowships such as the Barry Goldwater and Gates-Cambridge Scholarships. Additionally, my time at the University of Cambridge has enriched my understanding of the unique aspects of U.S. medical school applications, allowing me to provide targeted guidance on personal statements and application strategies. Let's work together to optimize your medical school application and achieve your goals!

Despite not having a perfect transcript or resume of accolades, I was accepted to a medical school that boasts a <2% acceptance rate. I am driven to bolster the next generation of physicians and leaders in healthcare by helping fill the gaps in the application, interview, and school selection process.

Welcome to my profile! As a current M.D./Ph.D. student at the University of Miami School of Medicine and a dedicated researcher at the University of Miami and Miami Cancer Institute, I bring a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to the medical school admissions process including MSTP (M.D./Ph.D. Program) admissions. With a background in Biological Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh, where I graduated summa cum laude and was actively involved in research and teaching, I have a strong foundation in the sciences. Over the years, I have successfully coached dozens of aspiring medical students, helping them navigate the complexities of the application process and secure spots at top medical schools including University of Pittsburgh, University of Pennsylvania, USC, among others. My approach is personalized and comprehensive, focusing on everything from crafting compelling personal statements to acing interviews. Let's work together to make your medical school dreams a reality!