DMNS Class of 2027

Subjects: Foundations, Host Defense, Human Development, Pro-comp, Skilled Clinician (Ex. Drafting write-ups, OSCE prep, general practice, etc)

Favorite unit: It’s a tough choice between Host Defense and Human Development for me. Host Defense because I find the complexity with infectious diseases, their pathogenesis and the host response very fascinating. I had done several years of research in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology here at Dal and worked in a vaccinology lab before medicine so tying the information I learned from the past with the relevant clinical knowledge from this unit was enjoyable for me! I also loved Human Development because I got exposure to different topics and specialities (Ex. Embryology, OB-GYN, sexuality, etc) that I was interested in, and I felt that there was also a great balance of theories and clinical content.

Why you joined the Resuscitators: I developed a passion for tutoring and teaching math and basic sciences when I was in Junior high leading study groups and volunteer programs. From there, I branched out to tutoring different subjects during high school and served as a teaching assistant for the Department of Chemistry for 3 years when I was completing my undergrad at Dal. I enjoy helping others to gain a better understanding of course content by tailoring to their needs and figuring out the best way to help them retain the material, whether it be coming up with easy mnemonics or working through practice problems

together, etc. Med school transitions can be tough and I hope I can be a helpful resource for you!

Contact Email: kelly.sit@dal.ca

DMNS Class of 2027

Subjects you can tutor: Foundations, Host Defense, Metabolism I, Human Development, Skilled Clinician (OSCE prep, write-ups, general practice etc.).

Your favorite unit so far and why: Hey there! My name is Sheena (Chandika) Ramful, and I am from the class of 2027! My favorite unit so far was Host Defense (probably unpopular opinion) because it was the first time in medical school that I felt that “Ok, I’m training to be a doctor”. What we learned in microbiology and hematology are so applicable in practice and form the basis of medicine and care management. The unit was also well organized, and the lecturers were invested in helping us succeed. That said, I also really enjoyed learning about the gastrointestinal system in Metabolism I!

Why you joined the Resuscitators: I joined Resuscitators because I want to help give back to the medical community that has been helping me ever since I started med school. I personally found the volume of what we have been learning overwhelming at times, but it always gives me strength to think about others who did it before me and their encouragement has been so helpful! I also have about 5 years of tutoring experience during my undergrad, helping students with Physics, Maths, Chemistry and English. I am here if you need someone to help you understand a particular topic, share my study techniques, come up with ways to help remember through memory tricks, share tips on how to prevent burnout or if you simply need a pep talk! In my spare time, you can find me improving my dancing skills, travelling, or catching up on TV shows.

Contact email: cramful@dal.ca

DMNS Class of 2026

Subjects: Host Defence, Metabolism I, Human Development, Neuro, Metabolism II, MSK/Derm, Anatomy, Skilled Clinician

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My name is Mitch, and I am in the class of 2026. If you have found yourself reading my bio you may be looking for a tutor to help with your courses in med school. I want to start by saying you are on the right track by reaching out for support and I know you can excel in any course! I have experience in tutoring from a supplemental instruction (SI) methodology I learned while being a support learning group leader at the University of Guelph. This type of tutoring focuses on the methodology surrounding studying methods rather than content based. This allows you to use the skills you will learn with me for any current or future challenging courses. I will work with you to find out any weaknesses and strengths and we can build a great study method unique for yourself, ensuring your success. I joined the Resuscitators as I am passionate about demonstrating to individuals that you are capable and that you can accomplish any goals you have set for yourself. My favourite subject in pre-clerkship is tied between host defense in Med 1 and Human development (hot take). These courses are just so foundational in every future thing you do that I found great value from them and some of the little nuances were very interesting to me. Hope to hear from you and know that you can do this, cheers.

Contact Email: MWright@dal.ca

Loukmanghouti@dal.ca 

DMNS 2026

Subjects: Foundations, Host Defense, Metabolism I, Human Development, Skilled Clinician (OSCE prep, general practice etc.).

Favourite Unit: Though I’ve enjoyed all units covered in first year equally, my favorite would have to be Metabolism I. The gastrointestinal system is truly fascinating! Much of the biochemical and physiologic processes discussed in lecture are very applicable to everyday life. I also enjoyed the nutrition and endocrinology components of the unit.

Why I Joined Resuscitators: Medical school can be tough. I hope to be a source of comfort and support to students during the learning process, whether it be coming up with a study schedule or going through a concept. What I love most about tutoring is the ‘aha’ moment that happens when a student moves from a state of confusion to suddenly understanding the topic at hand. It always brings me lots of joy!

jaishiree@dal.ca

DMNS 2025

Subjects: Metabolism 1, Metabolism 2;, OSCE / Clinical skills, Host defence, GOP, Foundations.

Why I Joined Resuscitators:  I’ve always enjoyed teaching and helping out friends with exam preparation. I understand how overwhelming being exposed to a large amount of content and not knowing where to start can be. I would love to help students out in structuring their studies in a way that works for them and prioritises long-term retention of content. My favorite units so far include Metabolism 1, 2 and the skilled clinician units. I usually provide personalized notes and tutoring sessions

amanda.gormley@dal.ca

DMNS 2025

Subjects: Foundations, Metabolism I, Human Development, Neuroscience, Metabolism II, MSK/Derm, Skilled Clinician I & II

Favourite Unit: Skilled Clinician and MSK/Derm. For Skilled Clinician, I loved understanding the reasoning behind the history questions and the physical exam. I also loved getting to interact with patients and finding ways to build rapport with them. For MSK/Derm, I found the content super interesting and exciting. I would be more than happy to help anyone out with either of these subjects.

Why I Joined Resuscitators: I have always loved teaching and academics. I was a tutor for 5 years prior to medical school and I really enjoyed that experience, so I am looking forward to doing it again as a Resuscitator.

bl674506@dal.ca

DMNB 2025

Subjects: Foundations, Host Defence, Metabolism I, Neuro, Metabolism II, MSK/DERM, Integration, OSCE/Clinical skills

Favourite Unit: My favourite unit was Neuro because I’m fascinated by the human brain and having previously completed my Master’s degree in Neuroscience it was interesting to see more of the clinical side of this field. 

Why I Joined Resuscitators:  I have a passion for the medical sciences and as such would like to help students improve their academic performance just as my TAs, professors and other mentors have done and continue to do for me.

gr395187@dal.ca

DMNS Class of 2025

Subjects: Host defence, Metabolism 1, Neuro, Metabolism 2, GOP, OSCE / Clinical skills

Why I Joined Resuscitators: Hello! I'm Gaurav Arora, a third-year medical student. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry and economics. For over 10 years, I have been working as a private tutor. Additionally, I served as a chemistry teaching assistant during my undergraduate studies. I believe in taking a holistic approach to teaching and do not adhere to a 'one-size-fits-all' methodology. I am enthusiastic about assisting students with diverse learning techniques, providing helpful resources, and explaining challenging concepts.  My professional interests revolve around medical education, clinical research, health policy, and health disparities. In my spare time, I enjoy engaging in DIY projects, strength training, traveling, and learning about investment strategies.  Please feel free to contact me anytime through social media or via email at Gaurav.Arora@dal.ca.  

khebert@dal.ca

DMNB Class of 2026

Subjects:  Foundations, Host Defense, Metabolism 1, Skilled Clinician 1

Why I Joined Resuscitators: Before starting medical school, I tutored in multiple different modalities and subjects. I have genuinely enjoyed this and found that it strengthened my academic skills, and therefore, would like to continue tutoring as a medical student. 

Class of 2026 DMNS

Contact Email: jl813374@dal.ca

DMNS Class of 2025

What has been your favorite unit so far, and why?: My favourite units so far have been Host Defense (Med1) and Met IIA – Cardio/Neph (Med2). Host Defense because I am an absolute sucker for anything and everything microbiology and I love really understanding why and how processes happen, which made figuring out the tiny but important nuances of immunology enjoyable! I loved Met IIA – Cardio/Neph (unpopular opinion I know), because although tedious to learn once you grasp the basics its incredibly satisfying to be able to apply that knowledge and understand how an issue in one part of circulation impacts everything downstream.

Why did you join The Resuscitators?: I joined the Resuscitators because honestly, I love teaching and sharing memory tricks I have learned with others! Prior to joining Dal Med, I worked as a tutor during both my undergrad and masters and really enjoyed helping others break down complicated and daunting concepts into tangible, easy pieces that make sense to them. Like many others, I am someone who personally gets overwhelmed when given lectures with 150+ slides, so learning how to break down the information into simple “need to know” summaries for each topic is a skill that allowed me to succeed during Pre-Clerkship and I truly wish someone could have showed me how to do that sooner in Med 1. By joining the Resuscitators, I hope to be that resource for someone else who may be struggling with processing the vast amount of information that inevitably comes with medical school. Explaining concepts to others in a way that is tailored for someone’s unique learning style is something I pride myself on and I can’t wait to continue that with the Resuscitators!

Contact Email: candis.lepage@dal.ca