Meet Inspira Advantage’s MCAT Tutoring Experts

Gayda (Gigi) attended Brown University on a full scholarship after being named a QuestBridge Scholar and Gates Scholar. She graduated from magna cum laude from Brown University with a double concentration in biophysics and health and human biology, earning a 4.0 GPA. With 10 years of tutoring experience, Gigi has helped aspiring pre-meds achieve 520+ scores on the MCAT.

Dhruv graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience and a minor in computer science. He earned recognition as a James B. Angell Scholar and scored in the 100th percentile on the MCAT, showcasing his mastery of the exam. He currently works as a behavioral technician at Kyo Autism Therapy.

Before attending the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine, Duale graduated with a perfect 4.0 GPA in life physics from the University of Waterloo. With nine years of tutoring experience, Duale has guided many students toward 515+ MCAT scores, with some scoring in the 520s. Students who work with him increase their MCAT scores by an average of 9 points.

Scott graduated summa cum laude from the University of Southern California, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology, was inducted into Alpha Epsilon Delta, and received Dean’s List honors. He achieved an elite MCAT score, underscoring his command of the exam’s content and his dedication to academic excellence.

Mark graduated with honors from Stanford University with a BS in biology, achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA. With over four years of tutoring experience and a passion for helping students master the MCAT, he brings both academic excellence and personalized mentorship to his role. Students Mark has tutored have raised their MCAT scores by an average range of 11-14 points.

Sophia graduated early from Emory University with a BS in neuroscience and behavioral biology and a minor in French studies. While there, she was awarded the Dr. William Troy Bivings Scholarship and the Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology Award for her academic excellence and leadership. With 12 years of tutoring experience dating back to before high school, Sophia has honed her abilities as an educator to help pre-meds ace the MCAT.

Jeffrey graduated from Emory University with a Bachelor of Science in neuroscience and behavioral biology, earning a perfect 4.0 GPA. He achieved a 526 score on the MCAT, placing him among the nation’s top test-takers. Jeffrey also served as a supplemental instructor and teaching assistant at Emory, where he guided pre-med students through complex biology coursework.

Before attending the University of Michigan Medical School, Maya graduated from Babson College with a Bachelor of Science in business administration and later completed a post-baccalaureate premedical program at Goucher College with a 4.0 GPA. She went on to achieve a perfect 528 on the MCAT, and is passionate about helping students from all backgrounds achieve success.

Before attending the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Jack earned a Master’s in biomedical sciences from Regis University and a BS in biology from Santa Clara University. At Regis, he achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA and received the prestigious Joan Betz Award, given to the student who best exemplifies academic excellence within the program. Jack currently serves as an adjunct professor of biology at Regis University, where he teaches undergraduates and helps them gain confidence in rigorous scientific material.

Greta graduated from Northwestern University with dual degrees: a Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences and a Bachelor of Music in voice and opera performance. She earned program honors in voice and received a music merit scholarship. She achieved perfect scores on the MCAT’s Bio/Biochem and Psych/Soc sections.

Luli earned a BS in psychobiology with a minor in global health from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.91. She is passionate about helping others succeed in their own pre-med journeys and achieve top MCAT scores.

Nicole graduated summa cum laude from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a Bachelor's degree in microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics, and currently works at the University of California, San Francisco Oncology Database. Nicole has over five years of tutoring experience and achieved a top score on the MCAT.

Before matriculating at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Isha graduated from Case Western Reserve University in three years, earning a degree in psychology with minors in biology and chemistry. Isha has over five years of tutoring experience and looks forward to sharing her MCAT knowledge with pre-med students.

Benjamin graduated cum laude with a BS in microbiology from Brigham Young University. He has worked with students through two national MCAT prep companies, helping students master dense content to refine their test-day strategy. He has also served as a teaching assistant in molecular biology. Students Benjamin has tutored have increased their MCAT score by an average of 8 points.

Evan graduated magna cum laude from Brigham Young University with a degree in biophysics and a minor in mathematics. He was awarded the BYU Heritage Scholarship, a full-tuition scholarship awarded on the basis of academic excellence, and was on the Dean’s List for seven consecutive semesters. Evan has been tutoring for over five years in virtual and in-person settings.

Adrian graduated from Brown University with a degree in neuroscience and a 4.0 GPA. With over four years of experience teaching 500+ students as a TA for introductory biology and neuroscience courses, chess tutor, and salsa instructor, Adrian meets students where they are to offer highly individualized support. The students he works with boost their MCAT scores by 10 points on average.

Before attending the UC Berkeley - UCSF Joint Medical Program, Asmaa graduated from Indiana University. She graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a Master's in health & medical sciences before pursuing her MD at the University of California, San Francisco. With eight years of tutoring experience, Asmaa has helped test-takers score as high as 520 on the MCAT.

Will scored a 524 on the MCAT—including a perfect score on the CARS and Psych/Soc sections—and brings a deep understanding of both science and strategy to his tutoring. With over three years of experience tutoring the sciences and humanities, he helps students build strong content knowledge, master high-yield strategies, and gain confidence across every section of the exam.

Joel attended Hofstra University, where he graduated with a BS, majoring in pre-medical studies. Joel is an experienced pre-medical mentor and tutor who has helped numerous aspiring physicians through challenging pre-medical coursework. He has over four years of experience in tutoring students from diverse backgrounds, from middle schoolers to adult learners in a myriad of subjects.

Nathaniel graduated with a BS in biochemistry and a minor in humanities from Azusa Pacific University before matriculating at the Loma Linda University School of Medicine, where he serves on the cabinet of the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association. With 10 years of tutoring experience, he is dedicated to helping aspiring medical students perform their best on the MCAT.

Chris attended Harvard University, where he pursued a double major in chemistry & physics and history of science and concurrently graduated with an MA in chemistry. He graduated magna cum laude with high departmental honors in chemistry and physics. Chris has four years of tutoring experience, having taught undergraduate and graduate-level chemistry coursework throughout college.

Jas is a high-achieving MCAT tutor and honors graduate in chemistry from the University of Calgary. With a top 1% MCAT score, top 2% class ranking, and consistent placement on the Dean’s List throughout her undergraduate career, Jas brings both academic excellence and a strong mentorship ethic to her tutoring style.

Shalivahana is a highly accomplished educator who graduated magna cum laude from the University of California, Riverside with a BS in biology before matriculating at the Tulane University School of Medicine. He scored a 524 on the MCAT and has over three years of experience in tutoring.

Hyery has over nine years of tutoring experience, supporting students across a wide range of subjects. With a focused and strategic approach, she earned a top 1% score on the MCAT. She is an experienced biomedical researcher and educator, pursuing a PhD in biological engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she is a Presidential Fellow.

Owen is a high-scoring MCAT tutor who pursued his education at Boston University’s prestigious Seven-Year Liberal Arts/Medical Education Program. With a cumulative GPA of 3.97, a perfect 4.00 in all math and science courses, and a 525 on the MCAT (with perfect scores in three sections), Owen brings elite academic performance and years of personalized tutoring experience to every session.

Jonathan graduated from Johns Hopkins University before matriculating at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM). With a BS in biomedical engineering, Jonathan combines a strong command of scientific knowledge with years of tutoring experience to help students conquer the MCAT with confidence and clarity. He scored in the top 1% of all MCAT takers, including a perfect section score in Bio/Biochem.

Catherine graduated from the University of Dallas before attending the University of Texas San Antonio Long School of Medicine. She has extensive tutoring experience working with students at various levels, including instructing students in general and organic chemistry, biology, and biochemistry as a teaching assistant, providing private MCAT tutoring, and guiding medical students through USMLE preparation.

Sam brings a decade of teaching and tutoring experience to his role as an educator. While at Georgetown University, he served as a teaching assistant for biology courses, helping undergraduate students master complex scientific concepts. Concurrently, he provided private MCAT tutoring to students in his community, applying his deep understanding of the exam's content and structure.

Dr. Mellacheruvu is a resident physician at Penn Medicine. He serves on the Resident Steering Committee where he collaborates with faculty and program directors to shape the residency experience. Dr. Mellacheruvu has extensive mentorship in helping students craft meaningful medical school applications; he has also acted as an MCAT, USMLE, and college-level STEM course tutor.

Courtney is a graduate of Occidental College, where she earned her degree in biochemistry with a minor in computer science, graduating summa cum laude. After scoring a 523 (99th percentile) on the MCAT, she began working as a medical scribe in Stanford’s Family Medicine Clinic, gaining firsthand experience in patient care and clinical decision-making.