Learn the secrets that set apart the successful from the average third year medical student. Every year there are medical students that excel in their clinical clerkships while many others remain average performers. What is it that sets apart these top performers from their colleagues? Dr. Samir Desai identifies the mistakes that prevent students from reaching their full potential. These are the very mistakes that the top performers avoid. Compiled from discussions with hundreds of attending physicians, residents, and students, this book shows you the 101 all-too-common mistakes students make. It also shows you how to avoid them so you don"t fall into the same traps. Here are some of the mistakes you"ll learn to avoid: Mistakes made - Before the rotation starts During attending rounds When admitting patients When presenting newly admitted patients On write-ups When giving talks - And much more Take charge of your third year, instead of letting the third year take charge of you.