"I cannot name the most stressful thing, as each year had new stressors. The most stressful part of my first year was getting used to the fast-paced environment and learning large amounts of information quickly. The board exams made my second year stressful, and my third year was getting close to applying for residency. By my fourth year, I had learned to manage my stress by staying focused and organized. I developed a great study system and used my downtime to exercise and rest. After attending medical school, I know I am ready for whatever stress I might experience in my residency program."

"The most stressful part of medical school was taking the USMLE exams. These tests mark important milestones in a medical student's journey toward residency and beyond. They cover immense volumes of content and despite how much one prepares, they are still very challenging. Often times medical students travel to testing sites and unfamiliar locations to take these exams, adding to the stress."