MCAT 515 Thomas D. Walko III
515 MCAT Scorer | Chemistry & Biology | Carnegie Mellon Grad
Chemistry · Biology · Biochemistry · Content Review
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Chemistry · Biology · Biochemistry · Content Review
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Hi! My name is Thomas. I completed my undergraduate degrees in chemistry and biology at Carnegie Mellon, and a master's in pharmaceutical sciences at the University of Pittsburgh. In 2023, after four months of dedicated studying, I scored 515 on the MCAT. Since 2009, I've been lucky enough to watch a compound I helped discover go from from an in-vitro assaying developed to multiple human Phase-II trials. CT1812 is a first in class molecule that displaces amyloid beta oligomers from synapses, restoring function. This drug acts via the Sigma-2 Receptor complex, and I've investigated the biology behind this mechanism of action for over a decade. Over the Outside of science, I have a deep love for writing and literature - especially short stories. I live in Pittsburgh with my wife and three children, ages 6, 4, and 3. I also spent three years renovating a massive brick Victorian down to the studs, and a year and a half starting a neighborhood pizzeria. I like cats more than dogs. I'm an Eagle Scout, and Pirates fan.
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Test-Taking Skills · Passage Analysis · Content Mastery · Application Review
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I am a 4th year medical student with 5 years of experience tutoring the MCAT (earning a 517), one year of Step 1 and Step 2 tutoring, with 270+ scores for both. I can help with test-taking skills, passage analysis, as well as content mastery. I have tutored 3rd year medical students on the Shelf exams. I'm able to help you create a schedule, with day to day assignments and study plan, while working on questions together, improving content mastery, and working on test taking skills. I also assist on my school's applicant review board and have experience helping write and review personal statements.
$90/hr
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Chem/Phys · Organic Chemistry · General Chemistry · Physics
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Hello! I'm Ali Hadi Mahfouz. I'm a tutor based in Lebanon. I have just graduated and earned a degree in biology. The MCAT exam was a struggle to deal with at first, but with the right study methods and the suitable allocation of time my experience, the exam went better than expected. I scored a 96th percentile on the CP section, and I have tutored multiple students in this section. I also have experience in tutoring undergraduate organic chemistry, general chemistry and physics. Doing well on the MCAT exam depends on a certain way of thinking and analysis. I believe that I'm capable of teaching you this strategy to reach your desired score or better. I'm excited to help you on this journey!
$80/hr
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Psych/Soc · Chemistry · Biology · Test Anxiety
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As a student who faced challenges when preparing to take the MCAT, Bilal understands the mental struggles that come with taking the MCAT beyond the content knowledge. Bilal loves to provide the confidence and reassurance for his students to work through that anxiety to reach their true potential. Having tutored undergraduate chemistry and biology since 2020, he has experience working with a variety of students and learning styles. Bilal scored a perfect 132 on the Psych/Soc section of the MCAT, and believes that everyone has the potential to achieve similar success. Watching students work through problems and have those "lightbulb" moments are the highlights of his time spent teaching. He hopes to experience those moments with all the students he works with! Currently, Bilal works as a healthcare consultant at a healthcare consulting firm in Los Angeles. When not working, Bilal loves to surf the waves, play beach volleyball, hit the gym, or play chess (despite being not the greatest at it).
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