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From improving study habits, to overcoming interview anxiety, to building confidence – you are in the right place to help you get the advantage to perform better even before applying to medical school. You only need to have a real drive, passion, and commitment to entering medicine.

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I’ve helped hundreds of students over the last decade create their paths to medicine. As an actual physician, I want to help future physicians understand what it takes to be a great doctor. Check my blog for my best advice, tips, and everything you need to know to be successful!

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Check out the shop page to find resources (including my new book!) to help you gain clarity on your career in medicine and help you see the bigger picture. Find the help you need to focus on your strengths, understand your weaknesses, and position yourself for success.

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Have you struggled a lot as a pre-med or pre-health student? Or do you want to get an early advantage and jumpstart your success in college? Or perhaps you want to go to an elite, top-ten medical school. Get intensive one-on-one attention with me!

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Hi! I’m Dr. Toks!

Well, my real name is Dr. Olatokunbo Famakinwa, but Dr. Toks is much easier! I am a double board-certified internal medicine physician and pediatrician. I spent my college years at Princeton University where I graduated with honors (hooray!) and received my MD degree from the Yale University School of Medicine. I clearly like academia because I then earned a Masters in Public Health from Harvard University between my third and fourth years of medical school. I did my residency in both internal medicine and pediatrics at Yale-New Haven Hospital, and was selected as Chief Resident in my final year of training. I’ve spent the better part of my life in school, but fortunately over the years I have received well over $150,000 in scholarships and grants to make my education possible. You are in the right place to learn about how to study well, get internships, and succeed at all things pre-med!

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Dr. Toks was an amazing mentor during undergrad. She was always available and took the time to walk me through the daunting process of applying for medical school. Beyond the academic work, she ensured that my college career built a clear story of who I was as a person and what I wanted to achieve in the medical field. It was comforting knowing I had someone to answer all my questions and help me navigate any challenges that arose. The advice I received from Dr. Toks is one of the reasons I ended up at my top choice for medical school.

Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Dr. Toks was an incredible resource for me when deciding on a career in the medical field. In just one meeting, she helped me polish my resume and gave me the advice I needed to move forward with my premedical academic career. What I found most helpful was our conversation regarding what schools I could plan on applying to in the future. I particularly loved that her advice took into account not only my academic career, but also my background as a person of color and the experiences that come with that identity.

Pre-medical student
She took the role of mentor above and beyond the scope of the program…She allayed my fears about my application not being adequate and ultimately not being received well. Doctor Toks believed in my success as an applicant even when I did not.

Medical Student, Class of 2018

You are meant to be a doctor. Medicine is your dream.

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From improving study habits, to overcoming interview anxiety, to building confidence – you are in the right place to help you get the advantage to perform better even before applying to medical school. You only need to have a real drive, passion, and commitment to entering medicine.

CHECK THE BLOG

GET RESOURCES

WORK WITH ME

Ready to pursue your dreams? Then let’s get to it!

Hi! I’m Dr. Toks!

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Resident Physician, Internal Medicine

Pre-medical student

Medical Student, Class of 2018

Should I Become a Doctor?

As a Pre-Med Student, Does It Matter Where I Go To College?

Key Principles To Keep in Mind When You are a Re-Applicant to Medical School

FREE ONE HOUR WEBINAR EVENT:

Get instant access to my FREE webinar just for pre-meds: “Perfecting Your Pre-Med Strategy”

FREE ONE HOUR WEBINAR EVENT:

Get instant access to my FREE webinar just for pre-meds: “Perfecting Your Pre-Med Strategy”

From improving study habits, to overcoming interview anxiety, to building confidence – you are in the right place to help you get the advantage to perform better even before applying to medical school. You only need to have a real drive, passion, and commitment to entering medicine.

CHECK THE BLOG

GET RESOURCES

WORK WITH ME

Ready to pursue your dreams? Then let’s get to it!

Hi! I’m Dr. Toks!

LEARN MORE

Resident Physician, Internal Medicine

Pre-medical student

Medical Student, Class of 2018

Should I Become a Doctor?

As a Pre-Med Student, Does It Matter Where I Go To College?

Key Principles To Keep in Mind When You are a Re-Applicant to Medical School

Get instant access to my FREE webinar just for pre-meds:
“Perfecting Your Pre-Med Strategy”

Get instant access to my FREE webinar just for pre-meds:
“Perfecting Your Pre-Med Strategy”