Justin D.

With extensive research experience spanning prestigious institutions, including Baylor College of Medicine, AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, and Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Justin deeply understands biological systems and their clinical applications to his MCAT instruction. His background in basic science research and clinical medicine allows him to bridge complex scientific concepts with their practical medical applications—a crucial skill for MCAT success.

Justin’s teaching experience is built on a strong foundation of mentorship and leadership. He has been a bench mentor at Duke University, guiding undergraduate students in laboratory techniques and data analysis. Aside from serving on Baylor’s Inquiry Committee, Justin also mentors pre-medical students through multiple organizations, including the American Physician Scientists Association and Rice University's American Physician Scientist Mentorship Program. 

His passion for tutoring students stems from his own experiences of being surrounded by incredible mentors throughout his journey. He wants to return the favor to other students and finds seeing them grow and progress incredibly gratifying. As a tutor, Justin leverages his MD/PhD training to approach problems and content from two perspectives. He employs frequent repetition and drilling strategies, along with a slower, more methodical approach to understanding content. His approach emphasizes building a strong foundational understanding while developing the critical thinking skills necessary for success. 

Justin's greatest strength as a tutor is his ability to keep tutoring plans simple. He centers his approach around one key principle: practice as much as possible. Encouraging students to practice problems consistently makes them much more prepared for whatever test day throws at them.