Michael: Lyons tutor

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Hi there!

My name is Michael. I'm a 29-year-old third year medical student. I recently joined varsity tutors to begin sharing my knowledge of the basic sciences. I held two teaching positions at the University of Colorado in Boulder. I worked as a teaching assistant in both the physiology and anatomy laboratories. These teaching positions taught me a great deal about these demanding subjects.

After graduating in 2010, I pursued a masters degree in Biomedical Science from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. Shortly after my graduation I began medical school. One could say I have had a dynamic education in the basic sciences. I have also been educated by many instructors over the past 8 years. Every instructor has brought a unique contribution to my education and I am excited to share those experiences with my own students.

I would say my greatest strengths are in pharmacology, anatomy and physiology. Physiology, to me, is one of the most challenging of the basic sciences. This discipline requires patience, self-perseverance and a good work ethic.

It's easy to become overwhelmed in these courses, but taking things step-by-step and doing practicing questions should help alleviate the challenges presented by the class.

I look forward to working with you :) Let's do this!