r/ASMPH

Hi current students!

Would you mind sharing which books we should anticipate to use for YL5?

Or any books you would recommend and things we should have such as dissecting kits, lab gown, etc.

Thank you!!!

Hi! I'm an incoming YL5 student for ASMPH!

First off, I want to clarify that among the medschools I've applied for, ASMPH has always been the one that resonated the best for me, the values and the emphasis on public health is something that I looked for talaga among the medschools I've applied for and their MBA is something I consider a plus in terms of opportunities and versatility in the long run.

However, I do want to ask some questions about ASMPH that usually become a hot topic here sa reddit:

1. How is the MBA so far? not asking about the workload, but it's overall value and the substance. I've seen posts kasi (which are from a few years ago naman) na their MBA still feels "half-baked" so would really like to hear about how it is now.
2. The clinical skills of asmph clerks often get judged, esp here in reddit. i know na at the end of the day, naka depende talaga yan sa student and how motivated they are to learn and improve and it's bad to generalize, but i am curious as to how current asmph clerks and students are faring in terms of skills, or if there have been improvements in the curriculum to further clinical skills integration.
3. How early are we exposed to patients? and are there opportunities for volunteering like for community outreach programs, medical missions, etc.
4. What are the existing orgs in asmph? are there any fratsors?
5. lastly, does the asmph sc have initiatives where they organize bulk orders for duty essentials? like mga steth, sphygmo, osce kits, etc.?

overall, im looking forward to starting my medical education at asmph! and if anyone has any tips, it would be much appreciated!

Hello! How are the profs po in ASMPH? I read some posts kasi on here that there are profs daw na nagbabasa lang ng slides. Marami po ba silang ganun?

Big factor po kasi sakin yun given the tuition TYSM🥺

Hi! I was wondering what happens during the 1-month transition module? Would you say that it focuses on introductory topics and activities or rigorous academic courses already? Thank you!

Hi, incoming YL5 here! How many uniforms and scrubs would you guys recommend getting? I’ll also be doing my own laundry, so I’m trying to figure out how many sets would be practical 😅

Hello po! I am from CEU, graduated without latin honors pero consistent dean’s lister until 2nd year. I had leadership experiences from org and council during my collegiate years. I also do volunteer works in and out the campus. Wala pa po ako PR since I am going to take NMAT pa lang. Do you think I have a good chance in ASMPH?

Thank you for your answers, isa talaga ang ASMPH sa choice ko in medschool along with UERM.