Meet Inspira Advantage’s MCAT Tutoring Experts

Viet began tutoring IB-level sciences and math in high school and continued to support students throughout college in chemistry, biology, and physics coursework. Beyond academics, Viet has worked with elementary schools in Los Angeles with One Bus, One Cause, and has participated in initiatives like Operation Smile and the Graphic History of Human Rights Project.

As a tutor, Viet draws from his own experience preparing for the MCAT to offer knowledgeable, relatable teaching. He understands the challenges that students face throughout the prep process and provides guidance on content, as well as encouragement and perspective to help them stay motivated. Students who have worked with Viet value his flexibility, clarity, and ability to tailor explanations to fit their individual learning styles.

One of Viet’s greatest strengths as a tutor is his ability to implement diverse strategies that resonate with different learners. He helps students identify study methods that suit their needs and strengths, while providing accountability and motivation to ensure consistent progress. Viet takes the time to listen to each student's needs and makes adjustments based on their progress.

At the University of Pittsburgh, Jacob led organic chemistry recitations as a TA to his peers with fully customized lessons and instruction. He also provided private tutoring to other students preparing for university tests or other professional exams, such as the MCAT. Jacob also contributed to neurocognitive research in Pitt’s Affective Neuroscience and Developmental Psychology Research Lab. 

Following graduation, Jacob pivoted to pursue his passion for education via nonprofit management while expanding his technical teaching and writing to professional MCAT curriculum development. Taking an interest in systems engineering and automation, Jacob completed a software development bootcamp, leading to a successful five-year career in technology engineering. Even in his current role at the Bank of New York Mellon, Jacob leads his department in knowledge-sharing strategies and staff capacity building, a testament to his innate gift for teaching.

Jacob is a lifelong learner with a continuous track record of exceptional, personalized teaching and tutoring. His strategic approach to learning helped him achieve a top MCAT score, which is reflected in his tutoring style. By using research-backed approaches such as the Leitner Method and emphasizing recall memory over recognition, Jacob prepares students to understand content deeply while connecting it to personal interests and adjacent MCAT topics to build a strong semantic web of understanding. 

Jacob strongly believes that the MCAT is just as much a test of focus and resiliency as it is content, and enjoys leveraging students’ curiosity to help them reason through difficult analyses.

Gigi balanced rigorous coursework with extensive research and service throughout her college career. She has been engaged in global health initiatives, such as conducting CPR training for over 150 healthcare providers in Rwanda. She also served as a research assistant at Massachusetts General Hospital, investigating racial disparities in trauma care and presenting her findings at the National Academic Surgical Congress. Gigi was named a William Worrall Mayo Scholar by the Mayo Clinic and a Paliwal Club of 100 Scholar to recognize her for her exceptional STEM achievements. Currently, Gigi is a Fulbright Scholar in Dubai conducting genomic epidemiology research on antimicrobial resistance in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences.

As a peer tutor and mentor, Gigi has supported diverse student populations, including student-athletes, first-generation college students, and international learners in navigating demanding courses like organic chemistry. She has also designed and led workshops, developing tailored academic resources to meet the needs of all learning styles. 

Gigi’s approach to tutoring involves strengthening test-taking strategies and integrating scientific knowledge with critical reasoning. Her approach is highly personalized; she takes time to understand each student’s strengths, challenges, and goals, then crafts a plan that fits their unique needs. As a first-generation Sudanese-American student who has navigated the medical school admissions process, Gigi understands the challenges and pressures her students face when preparing for the MCAT. By blending patience with rigor, Gigi ensures that students see measurable score improvements and develop resilience and a lasting sense of self-belief. Students who work with Gigi can expect MCAT guidance and mentorship that supports them well beyond the exam into their medical education journey.

Dhruv’s academic and research accomplishments reflect his dedication to science and medicine. At the University of Michigan, he conducted neuroscience research, served as an EMT, and volunteered to provide wellness education to youth in Ann Arbor. After graduation, Dhruv moved to the Bay Area, where he contributed to molecular biology research at the University of California, Berkeley. 

After achieving a 100th percentile score on the MCAT, Dhruv has helped many aspiring medical school students create MCAT study plans and ace the exam, giving him insight into successful test preparation across various learning styles. Dhruv's personalized and unique approach sets him apart from other tutors. He takes the time to understand the applicant as a whole, not only as the sum of their subsection scores. 

Dhruv provides support with MCAT strategies and content knowledge, helping applicants balance extracurriculars with MCAT prep while maintaining personal wellness during rigorous studying. He is excited to help students achieve their full potential and ace the MCAT!

At the University of Waterloo, Duale served as a TA for biology and chemistry courses for four years. He also acted as a peer mentor, providing mentorship and meaningful guidance to first- and second-year students as they navigate through the challenges of undergraduate education. Duale has also served as a STEM instructor at STEM Camp and a Casper tutor at the University of Toronto.

Duale has been recognized for his academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top three students in his medical school cohort each year. He has earned prestigious honors, such as the President’s Scholarship, the Scholar Competency Award, and an Undergraduate Student Research Award from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada. His research on artificial intelligence in mental health and racial disparities in anticoagulation outcomes has been published in the Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis. 

Beyond academics, Duale is committed to mentorship and equity-driven initiatives, having founded student organizations that promote collaboration, inclusion, and community engagement. He also served as the Ottawa Chapter Vice President of the Muslim Medical Association of Canada, and currently serves as Vice President of the Black Medical Student Association of Ottawa. Duale is passionate about integrating clinical excellence, teaching, and service to make a meaningful impact on future healthcare professionals.

Duale specializes in helping students build strong foundations in all MCAT sections. Students Duale has taught have been accepted to top Canadian medical schools, including the University of Toronto, McMaster University, and the University of Ottawa. His teaching style emphasizes clarity, strategy, and confidence, equipping students with the knowledge and test-taking skills they need to excel on the exam.

Mark has experience tutoring students in numerous disciplines, including writing, math, and science. He has taught students of all ages from elementary school to college, both online and in person. He enjoys watching students grow academically and personally over time, and values the impact he can make on their education. 

Mark was recruited to be an NCAA Division I gymnast at Stanford University and helped lead his team to five national championship titles in a row, a historic streak that only one team had ever accomplished before. Individually, he also became a three-time All-American on the rings and earned multiple national distinctions, including College Sports Communicators’ Division I Student-Athlete At-Large Team Member of the Year, and was awarded the prestigious NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship.

At Stanford, Mark was involved in research through the Barnes Lab. His project, which he continued throughout his undergraduate years, focused on designing a minimally mutated antibody that maintains breadth and potency against HIV. His goal was to help guide HIV vaccine development, and he presented his work at three symposia. He culminated his degree with an honors thesis on his project in the lab.

Throughout his undergraduate years, Mark was also a frequent volunteer at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System, where he helped prepare patients for surgery and also performed social visits for those residing at the VA. It was here that his passion for medicine solidified, as he saw the impact he could make on the lives of patients.

As a tutor, Mark is known for breaking down complex topics into clear, digestible concepts and for his supportive, student-centered approach. After taking the MCAT, Mark has been helping students build long-term study plans, master high-yield material, and boost their confidence, leading to major score improvements and stronger medical school profiles. As a former student-athlete, Mark knows what it’s like to balance many responsibilities while studying for the MCAT, and he is passionate about helping students manage their time on a busy schedule. Mark looks forward to helping aspiring medical students ace the MCAT! 

During college, Sophia held diverse research roles, including working at the Hess-Jinnah Lab at Emory on movement disorders and at the Mochly-Rosen Lab at Stanford University studying mitochondrial enzyme dysfunction. She also served as a Student-Athlete Advisory Board member and cross-country representative at Emory’s Oxford College.

Currently, Sophia works as a clinical research associate at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, integrating biometric data and biospecimens to improve aging and personalized health assessments. Additionally, Sophia is a certified phlebotomy technician and coauthor of a peer-reviewed endocrine research abstract published in AACE Endocrine Practice. She has earned distinctions for both research and advocacy, including the Neolth Blue Star Award for student leadership and fundraising. 

Sophia has tutored students individually and in groups across neuroscience courses, organic chemistry courses, and MCAT preparation, helping them achieve their academic goals. As an MCAT tutor, Sophia creates personalized, strategic study plans tailored to each student’s strengths. She emphasizes deep conceptual understanding over memorization, building confidence and resilience as students tackle challenging material. She is passionate about coaching because she knows the impact that guidance and encouragement can have on a student’s ability to succeed on the MCAT. Her approachable, supportive style makes learning effective, engaging, and enjoyable.

In addition to tutoring, Jeffrey has a strong research background in neuroscience, psychiatry, and cancer biology. He has conducted research at Emory Healthcare on treatment-resistant depression, where he investigated neuromodulation therapy efficacy based on genetics. He has also contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications spanning topics from molecular genetics to brain disorders. His work has been published in journals such as Genes & Diseases, Anticancer Research, and microPublication Biology. Beyond academics, Jeffrey has a passion for mental health advocacy. He volunteers as a crisis counselor for the Crisis Text Line and leads support groups at the Emory Autism Center.

 Jeffrey's tutoring experience started with teaching and hosting educational activities for his younger brother. He continued his work teaching children and working in underprivileged schools as a summer camp counselor in Chicago. His early experiences have helped guide him to be the patient and personable teacher he is today. 

As an MCAT tutor, Jeffrey’s strengths lie in his approachable and patient teaching style. He believes that rapport and a casual learning environment are important for students to be successful. Jeffrey’s experience as both a supplemental instructor and teaching assistant has equipped him to explain complex concepts clearly and adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs.

During her time at Babson College, Maya worked as a writing tutor, helping peers develop clarity and precision in their communication. Maya’s background includes three years in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, followed by hands-on clinical work at Tufts Medical Center. These diverse professional experiences enable her to connect with students pursuing medicine through both traditional and non-traditional paths. Her transition into medicine exemplifies resilience, adaptability, and the power of structured learning—qualities she brings into her tutoring.

With a strong foundation in peer education and clinical experience, Maya brings both expertise and empathy to her role as an MCAT tutor. She is particularly skilled in guiding students through the Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (CARS) section, one of the most difficult areas of the exam in which to improve. 

Drawing on her experience as a writing tutor at Babson College, Maya helps students refine their reasoning, analytical precision, and ability to synthesize complex passages. She integrates evidence-based study strategies, personalized learning plans, and test-taking insights to help students maximize their potential. Maya is especially attentive to the emotional challenges of the MCAT, providing encouragement while setting ambitious yet attainable goals. Her goal is to help each student develop confidence, master content, and recognize test-taking patterns, empowering them to maximize their MCAT scores on test day.

Jack has worked in a variety of clinical roles, including as a medical scribe and a rehabilitation technician in both outpatient and inpatient settings. He also contributes to the Soar Autism Center in Denver, supporting young children as they develop social skills through play-based therapy. Jack’s work across teaching, clinical care, and research has strengthened his critical thinking, adaptability, and ability to explain complex topics with clarity and patience.

Jack’s academic achievements are complemented by his success as an elite athlete. He was a Division I student-athlete in cross country and track at Santa Clara, where he won the Pat Malley Award, given to the top male senior athlete. A two-time marathon champion and Olympic Trials qualifier, Jack brings the same discipline and perseverance that fueled his running career into his teaching. He is particularly effective at guiding students through the challenges of preparation with a calm, encouraging, and focused presence.

As an MCAT tutor, Jack draws on his strong academic background and extensive time in both the lab and classroom. He emphasizes strategy, structure, and mental resilience while tailoring his approach to each student’s learning style. His experience balancing the demands of advanced science coursework with athletics has given him a recognizable sense of time management and efficiency—skills he now helps students develop as they prepare for the MCAT.

Greta’s academic background is reinforced by hands-on healthcare and research experience. Greta works as an EMT and has served in clinical research roles at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine and Lurie Children’s Hospital. She has also contributed to molecular biology labs at the University of Missouri. These experiences give her a strong command of the sciences while also deepening her ability to connect classroom knowledge with real-world applications.

In addition to her scientific work, Greta has extensive teaching and leadership experience through roles such as leading informal dance classes and co-founding Polerize, a student organization at Northwestern. She brings the same balance of discipline and creativity to MCAT tutoring, helping students not only improve their scores but also develop lasting problem-solving skills and academic confidence.

As an MCAT tutor, Greta is recognized for her empathetic, structured, and creative teaching style. She tailors her sessions to match each student’s unique learning approach, breaking down difficult concepts into multiple levels of explanation. Greta emphasizes mastery of the mechanisms and logic behind the MCAT sciences, ensuring students build both strong foundations and the test-taking strategies necessary for long-term success. Greta’s diverse educational experience has shaped a teaching style that balances analytical thinking with creative communication to help students approach the MCAT with clarity, structure, and confidence (ask about her favorite mnemonic devices!). 

Having self-studied for the MCAT, Greta remembers how isolating and overwhelming the process can feel without support. She is dedicated to being the mentor she once wished for—someone who encourages, empowers, and walks beside students every step of the way.

At UCLA, Luli worked as an EMT at Falck Ambulance and Evolve Event Medical Solutions, gaining hands-on clinical experience while supporting others in high-stress environments. She was also involved in UCLA’s End Overdose chapter, the Advocating Intersectional Medicine organization, and the Undergraduate Students Association Council. 

Luli began tutoring for the MCAT after her own testing experience. Luli managed to improve her MCAT score by a staggering 28 points, which she achieved through months of trial and error, resource evaluation, and disciplined study planning. This personal transformation not only deepened her content mastery but also gave her unique insight into the academic and emotional challenges students preparing for the MCAT face.

As a tutor, Luli draws on her personal experience to meet students with empathy and structure. Having tried countless strategies and resources herself, she is passionate about tailoring her approach to each student’s needs. Luli’s approach to tutoring is characterized by her ability to individualize the studying process for each student. She understands that every student has unique strengths and learning styles, and she works to meet them where they are. By adjusting her methods and curating the most effective resources for each student, she ensures that sessions are personalized and efficient.

After graduating college, Nicole explored her interest in oncology as the Data and Engagement Lead at the UCSF Oncology Database. In this position, she designed the curriculum and led training sessions for 30+ newly recruited interns. Nicole has an extensive background in mentoring and tutoring students in various subjects, ranging from high school precalculus to clinical research.

Nicole hopes to guide students to view the studying process as a journey of self-growth. With her thorough understanding of subjects like biochemistry, biology, and chemistry, Nicole looks forward to breaking down complex topics in memorable and interactive ways. She prioritizes building relationships and is committed to transparent communication and empathetic mentorship. Nicole is passionate about collaborating with students to build a study schedule that is fit for their needs.

Isha’s passion for mentorship began in college, where she tutored fellow pre-med students and underserved learners in the greater Cleveland area. She provided comprehensive support in science and math, while also guiding students through the MCAT prep and medical school application processes.

At Case Western Reserve University, Isha was heavily involved in biology research. She studied methods of bone growth in mouse embryos and factors that contribute to skull formation. Isha attended several conferences, including at Harvard Medical School, to present posters of her research. She has also given two talks on her research at national meetings on structural birth defects and regenerative medicine. Isha was honored with the ENGAGE Award from the National Center of Regenerative Medicine.

In addition to her research contributions, Isha gained extensive clinical experience as a dermatology medical assistant and clinical research coordinator. She led a project integrating artificial intelligence to track the progression of alopecia areata, presenting it at the Dermatology Innovation Symposium.

What truly sets Isha apart as an MCAT tutor is her dual perspective as both a successful test-taker and a former tutee. She understands the importance of tailored study plans, strategic passage approaches, and emotional resilience. Isha is committed to empowering students with the tools, mindset, and confidence needed to excel on the MCAT. 

Benjamin’s academic accomplishments include multiple scholarships and awards, such as the Jau-Fei Chen Scholarship, Lewis Medical Foundation Scholarship, and the Math Department Excellence Award. He was also awarded a half-tuition scholarship at Brigham Young University. Benjamin has also worked as an urgent care medical assistant, providing him with both tutoring and clinical perspectives to share with aspiring physicians. 

As a lead researcher in skeletal muscle physiology, Benjamin’s published abstracts and first-author manuscripts demonstrate his expertise in experimental design and scientific communication—key strengths he brings to tutoring, particularly for the MCAT’s Chem/Phys and Bio/Biochem sections. His research experience allows him to teach students how to break down graphs, experimental passages, and data-heavy problems with confidence and clarity.

What sets Benjamin apart is his ability to combine goal-setting and structure with genuine encouragement and flexibility. He listens carefully, adapts to each student’s learning style, and meets them where they are, whether they need intensive content support, strategic test-taking help, or an accountability partner. He’s especially passionate about helping students stay on track with custom study schedules and practical, actionable strategies.

Benjamin’s love for tutoring stems from the mentorship he received during his own pre-med journey. For him, seeing students grow in confidence and achieve their goals is one of the most rewarding parts of the job.

Evan worked as a physics teaching assistant at Brigham Young University for several years, focusing on topics such as Newtonian mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, light, electricity, and magnetism, all of which appear on the MCAT. The combination of his extensive previous tutoring experiences and explicit experiences teaching topics on the MCAT makes him a highly qualified instructor for the exam. Students that Evan has tutored report significant score increases, reflecting his pedagogical expertise and a proven history in helping students improve their scores on standardized exams.

He also has a number of research interests, including genetic engineering and adhesion proteins. Evan conducted research at the Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City, where he helped conduct groundbreaking discoveries on genetic insertion techniques in P. Pacificus. Evan and his mentor designed and incorporated large nucleotide segments into the nematode's genome, whereas CRISPR-mediated efforts had previously limited such insertions to < 50 nucleotides. Evan also conducted research on the effects of chimeric claudins on angiogenesis and wound healing at Brigham Young University, and has several pending publications from these experiences. 

As a tutor, Evan takes a friendly, personable approach to helping students learn MCAT content and improve their scores. He is encouraging, approachable, and patient, ensuring that he takes the time to ensure students understand key concepts before applying them. 

As a teaching assistant at Brown University, Adrian tutored pre-med students during office hours and weekly recitations, refining the one-on-one teaching skills that keep students engaged and improving. He also created approximately 1,000 Anki cards for introductory neuroscience, covering the entire course. This deck was used by 250+ students and helped reduce study time while boosting exam scores. His grasp of high-yield strategies makes him a strong tutor for students balancing the MCAT with jobs, classes, or other responsibilities.

Adrian has also volunteered for hundreds of hours on a crisis hotline and as a Spanish medical interpreter at a free clinic, shaping his compassionate, student-centered approach. Adrian worked full-time at Rhode Island Hospital, conducting clinical research on pediatric suicide prevention. This builds on his earlier published research on how trauma influences meditation-related adverse effects, now with a closer focus on immediate clinical interventions.

As a QuestBridge and Gates Scholar, Adrian worked throughout all eight semesters and four summers at Brown, including the summer he studied for the MCAT. This experience fueled his drive to find time-saving strategies, which helped him earn a 4.0 GPA and a top MCAT score. 

Now, he helps other pre-meds learn time management strategies, offering support for content review, breaking down different passage and question types across the four sections, and tackling complex figures. Adrian aims to teach MCAT strategies and approaches that prevent burnout and get results. Adrian knows the best resources for scoring 515+ on the MCAT, making him an excellent tutor for students aiming for 90th percentile scores or higher. 

After graduating from Indiana University, Asmaa spent a year abroad studying biochemistry at the University of Oxford before attending the UC Berkeley - UCSF Joint Medical Program. After completing her undergraduate education with a 4.0 GPA, she worked on various research projects investigating the pathogenesis of Uterine Leiomyoma, gut-brain axis etiologies for obesity, and comparative differences of implicit bias in US and UK healthcare systems. These experiences nurtured her passion for mentoring students.

After graduating, Asmaa spent a year working as a medical associate at Roche Diagnostics and volunteering at Trinity Free Clinic in her hometown. While working on her master’s thesis, Asmaa focused on identifying admission rates, readmission rates, and risk factors for dermatology-related hospitalizations for those experiencing homelessness in the U.S. This research reflects her dedication to addressing health disparities and promoting health equity, further showcasing her dedication to making a positive impact in the field of medicine.

Asmaa has received several awards, including the Imana Scholarship, the UC Berkeley PHAA Diversity Award, the Dermatology Foundation Diversity Research Supplement Award, and a UCSF merit-based scholarship. She has presented research at national conferences such as the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology ARVO and the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology.

Asmaa is a social justice-centered patient care and public health advocate, having served as an executive board member of multiple organizations, including White Coats for Black Lives, Human Rights Collaborative, People's Program Clinic, Celebrating the Skin We're In, and the Muslim Medical Student Association. Her research is centered on dermatologic hospitalizations among those experiencing homelessness, and she is also passionate about global health, medical education, and social justice advocacy.

As a tutor, Asmaa’s strengths encompass her leadership and advocacy skills, which have been honed through her diverse experiences and interests. These qualities allow her to guide students in navigating the complex MCAT preparation process.

Will graduated with honors in neuroscience and English from Vanderbilt University, where he served as an undergraduate neuropharmacology researcher and Managing Editor of the Vanderbilt Vanguard. Will currently works full-time in the Psychiatric Neuroimaging Lab at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where he contributes to research in computational psychiatry.

He is known for his clarity, patience, and structured approach, especially when coaching students through the CARS section. Whether students are just starting out or looking to fine-tune their performance in the final stretch, Will offers comprehensive, tailored support. Students he’s worked with have gone on to score 520+ on the MCAT.

At Hofstra, Joel earned distinction through a series of academic and extracurricular achievements, including roles as a physics and biology TA, PT aide, and youth leader. For his excellence in pre-medical studies, Joel received the Florence Kaufman Premedical Scholarship Award. He was also inducted into the Omega Chapter of the Phi Kappa Beta Honor Society. He also volunteered extensively at a local emergency room and contributed to tutoring underserved students through the Zucker School of Medicine pipeline program. Joel’s work reflects a commitment to service, leadership, and mentoring, which is central to his approach to tutoring. 

What sets Joel apart is his student-centered coaching style. He specializes in helping students navigate the challenges of test prep, allowing them to conquer once-intimidating topics. Students Joel has tutored have raised their MCAT scores by an average of 13 points. With a background that spans clinical exposure, research, teaching, and community engagement, Joel is particularly adept at working with first-generation students, economically disadvantaged peers, and non-traditional medical school applicants.

Passionate about equity and inclusion in medicine, Joel views tutoring as more than just teaching content—it’s about helping students see their worth, define their path, and build the confidence to claim it. 

As a child, Nathaniel had a fascination with the sciences and spent a lot of his time caught up in books on space, biology, and chemistry. He eventually took this passion to Azusa Pacific University, taking part in undergraduate research under Dr. Kevin Huang, an accomplished organic chemist with ground-breaking publications on the chemical backbones of proteins. During college, Nathaniel was accepted to a volunteer position at COPE Health Scholars, a nationwide organization dedicated to excellence in patient care and the pursuit of educating the next generation of health care professionals. In definitive hospital observation units, Nathaniel developed an appreciation for patient care. At Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Nathaniel pursues his passion for whole-person care while publishing under well-renowned researchers in neuro-ophthalmology. 

Throughout his educational career, Nathaniel has accumulated much experience in teaching and coaching. Throughout high school, Nathaniel participated in local tutoring organizations like Young Leaders of Orange County to provide free tutoring services to socioeconomically challenged children. In his undergraduate years, he began a private tutoring business that helped countless students excel in tough topics like AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and pre-algebra. At Loma Linda, Nathaniel continues to participate in advising and tutoring organizations.

Nathaniel's personal tutoring style involves a case-based learning process that emphasizes practice questions to solidify concepts. Students he has tutored raise their MCAT scores by 5 points on average. Nathaniel’s personal belief is that the best way to study for an exam is to take many exams. In other words, practicing in the style of the MCAT is the best way to learn and succeed in the exam. In addition to focusing on questions, he offers didactic-based sessions on high-yield topics to hone in on concepts most likely to appear on test day.

Chris has extensive research experience in biology and physical chemistry. In high school, he worked on studying cancer genetics, culminating in two first-author publications on melanoma genetics and a corresponding author publication on colorectal cancer genetics. In college, Chris became interested in using physical chemistry tools to probe biological systems. He helped develop a novel optically-controlled spatial-omics tool that has also been published. For his work on this project, he was awarded the Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry by the American Chemical Society.

During his time at Harvard, Chris served as President of the Harvard College Undergraduate Research Association (HCURA) for over two years, and was awarded over $5,000 as Herchel-Smith Undergraduate Science Research Program Fellow to fund his summer research. He was also recently awarded Best Poster Presentation in Biochemistry at the Harvard Chemistry and Chemical Biology Undergraduate Research Symposium. 

Chris has over four years of tutoring experience as a Harvard Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology teaching fellow. Throughout college, he taught introductory courses in organic chemistry, biochemistry, and genetics, as well as graduate-level biochemistry. He was awarded a Certificate of Excellence in Teaching from Harvard several times for his commitment to instruction.

Chris’s approach to tutoring centers on thoughtfully assessing student understanding before designing curated materials that fit their learning style. He emphasizes this personalized approach to ensure that students can understand difficult concepts intuitively and, therefore, think flexibly through problems independently. Chris considers communication and collaboration between teacher and student to be some of his greatest strengths. Seeing students grow and experience those moments of "a-ha" understanding is immensely satisfying to him.

Jas graduated from the University of Calgary with a BS in chemistry and a minor in physics. She conducted advanced undergraduate research in wastewater chemical analysis and ozone nanobubble solutions, developing novel analytical methods to detect reactive oxygen species. Her honors thesis was selected for presentation at the Western Canadian Undergraduate Chemistry Conference at the University of British Columbia, where she shared her findings with peers and faculty from across the country.

Jas has secured multiple scholarships for her academic excellence and commitment to leadership. She is a two-time recipient of the Government of Alberta’s Women in STEM Scholarship, and was awarded the E.G. Coombe Family Scholarship for her academic achievement in science, among others. Additionally, she was named a Presidential Scholar and Louise McKinney Scholar at her graduation.

With seven years of tutoring expertise spanning undergraduate-level organic chemistry, general chemistry, and biochemistry, Jas has successfully mentored numerous students as they work toward their MCAT score goals. She also served as undergraduate science tutor in the University of Calgary’s Resource Centre for four years. Students Jas has tutored have raised their MCAT scores by an average of 10 points, and have been accepted to some of North America’s top medical schools, including UCLA, NYU Grossman, McMaster University, the University of Toronto, and others. 

Jas’ greatest strengths lie in her approachability, clarity of communication, and personalized coaching style. She tailors every lesson to match a student’s individual learning preferences—whether visual, verbal, or conceptual—while focusing on confidence-building, strategic review, and exam mindset. She is particularly skilled at working with students who struggle with timing, endurance, or test anxiety.

Beyond academics, Jas has a rich background in leadership, athletics, and service. She played competitive basketball for 12 years and now gives back to the sport as a coach for elite U15–U17 boys at a respected academy, where she focuses on discipline, resilience, and teamwork. She also volunteers regularly at a local hospital and with the YMCA, where she mentors youth and supports community wellness programs.

Driven, empathetic, and results-oriented, Jas is deeply committed to helping aspiring medical students reach their full potential academically, professionally, and personally. Her holistic, empowering approach makes her an invaluable guide for anyone navigating the MCAT journey.

Shalivahana’s tutoring experience encompasses teaching general chemistry, organic chemistry, biology, and physics, in both one-on-one and group settings. He specializes in MCAT preparation, helping many students reach their target scores through personalized study plans and strategy-based instruction.

In addition to his academic and teaching background, Shalivahana worked as a medical scribe in the emergency department at Riverside University Health System, gaining hands-on clinical experience in a high-pressure setting. He is also a published author in the Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS) and has completed over 500 hours of community service through hospice volunteering and STEM outreach to underserved students.

As a tutor, Shalivahana is friendly, flexible, and ready to help students achieve their goal MCAT scores. Students he has coached have scored as high as 520 on the exam. 

Hyery double majored in chemistry and computer science at Amherst College, where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated with distinction. As an undergraduate, she was awarded the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, recognizing her academic excellence and promise as a future scientist.

During her undergraduate years, Hyery served as a teaching assistant in multiple chemistry courses such as general chemistry, organic chemistry, and quantum chemistry, consistently recognized for her ability to make complex topics approachable and engaging. After college, she worked as a research associate at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, studying the molecular mechanisms of rare genetic diseases. Her experiences sparked her passion for helping others approach the MCAT with confidence, clarity, and efficiency.

Hyery’s tutoring style is student-centered and holistic. She emphasizes not only content mastery but also confidence building, strategic planning, and critical thinking under pressure. She works with students to provide highly individualized support, tailoring each study plan to the student’s strengths, areas for growth, and learning preferences. While her expertise is especially strong in chemistry and physics, she is well-versed in all sections of the MCAT.

In addition to academic tutoring, Hyery is a committed mentor. She has guided students through transitions, academic decision-making, and competitive application processes. Above all, she is passionate about empowering students to recognize their potential and take purposeful steps toward their goals.

Owen has dedicated hundreds of hours to tutoring students in organic and general chemistry, both one-on-one and in small groups, as a learning assistant for Boston University’s Department of Chemistry and as a peer tutor at the school’s Education Resource Center. His expertise spans general chemistry, organic chemistry, and MCAT prep, where he specializes in helping students strengthen content understanding, master test strategies, and build long-term confidence. A National Merit Scholar and consistent Dean’s List honoree, Owen has been consistently praised by students for his ability to explain concepts from multiple angles and make difficult material approachable, relevant, and memorable.

What makes Owen especially effective as a tutor is his highly adaptive, student-centered approach. He takes time to understand each student’s learning style, motivations, and roadblocks, then tailors a plan that grows with them. Owen creates customized study plans and test-taking strategies tailored to each student’s strengths and areas for improvement.

Whether he’s helping a student overcome low scores or pushing them toward top-tier performance, Owen fosters clarity, confidence, and deep mastery, always focusing on how to think like a test-maker, not just memorize facts. He is committed to helping students think like a test-maker, stay motivated, and trust in their progress as they strive for their target scores.

Jonathan is a recipient of the JHU Life Design Lab Summer Grant and the Emmett and Ruth A. Light Scholarship at UMSOM. During college, he was inducted into both the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society and the Alpha Eta Mu Beta BME Honor Society and was named to the Dean’s List for all eight semesters.

Jonathan has tutored many students across diverse backgrounds, and his undergraduate science GPA of 3.95 and cumulative GPA of 3.94 reflect his deep academic proficiency. He draws on that mastery, along with a highly strategic and supportive teaching style, to help students build both knowledge and test-day confidence.

He is highly familiar with AAMC and Anki-based MCAT study resources and provides tailored, high-yield instruction to meet students where they are in their prep journey. Whether working through complex passages, building foundational understanding, or refining testing strategies, Jonathan brings clarity, patience, and structure to every session.

Whether students are just beginning their MCAT journey or looking to push their scores from good to great, Jonathan brings the expertise, structure, and encouragement needed to help them reach their score goals.

Dr. Hand graduated with a BS with a near-perfect 4.0 GPA from the University of Dallas before attending medical school.  She has a strong research background in hepatology with Stanford Medicine and completed a research year at Rush Midwest Orthopaedics, working on projects related to sleep apnea and shoulder arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction with BMAC, and sports injury outcomes in MLS athletes. She has over 30 research publications, including work in The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Cureus, and other publications. 

As an MCAT tutor, Dr. Hand has a deep understanding of test content that allows her to break down complex topics and provide strategic test-taking advice tailored to each student’s needs. Dr. Hand’s teaching philosophy is highly personalized, focusing on what each student struggles with rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Her background as a competitive swimmer (former junior Olympic athlete, varsity swimmer, and collegiate competitor) and classically trained pianist has shaped her discipline, attention to detail, and ability to help students build skills with teachable components.

As a tutor, Dr. Hand is realistic, supportive, and committed to helping students achieve their MCAT goals! 

Prior to medical school, he graduated from the University of Washington with dual credentials in biochemistry and interdisciplinary honors, balancing academic excellence with athletic pursuits. He was consistently recognized on the Dean's List during his undergraduate years.

Dr. Mellacheruvu earned his MD from the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University, where he was inducted into the Gold Humanism and Honor Society and recognized as a finalist in the American Medical Association's Top 50 Research Showcase. During his clinical rotations, he developed a particular interest in cardiology that continues to shape his career trajectory.

Throughout medical school, Dr. Mellacheruvu demonstrated his commitment to advocacy and research. He became involved with national advocacy through the American College of Physicians, working to promote the interests of internal medicine physicians and their patients. Simultaneously, he participated in cardiometabolic research collaborations with teams at institutions such as Massachusetts General Hospital, Duke University, Northwestern University, the University of Washington, and the University of Pennsylvania. 

With years of tutoring experience, Dr. Mellacheruvu has guided several students through their academic and professional journeys. Students under his guidance have boosted their MCAT scores by an average of 9 points, and USMLE Step 2 scores by an average of 15 points. Dr. Mellacheruvu is an experienced tutor ready to help students ace the MCAT or pass the USMLE Step exams.

With a background in research—including a Fulbright fellowship in Spain studying genetic biomarkers for Long COVID—Courtney enjoys thinking critically about science and its applications in medicine. She previously worked as a chemistry teaching assistant, where she learned how to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible way. She applies this same approach to MCAT tutoring, helping students build confidence and tackle the test with a strategic mindset.

Courtney understands how challenging the MCAT can be and strives to create a supportive and individualized learning environment. She tailors her approach to each student’s strengths and learning style, focusing on both content mastery and test-taking strategies. She helps students navigate difficult topics and develop a plan that works for them.

Courtney understands that preparing for the MCAT is a demanding process, but with the right support and strategies, students can reach their goals. She is also fluent in Spanish and passionate about improving communication in healthcare.