Essential Books for Medical School & BS/MD Interview Preparation

Exceptional interview performance is rooted in depth of thought, not memorized answers. This curated collection includes books that strengthen your understanding of the U.S. healthcare system, its advantages and shortcomings, and how it compares globally. You will find works exploring medical ethics, health policy, structural inequities, and historical injustices in medicine, alongside practical resources on medical school interviewing and professional identity formation. These readings help you develop the insight, nuance, and maturity that interviewers are truly looking for in future physicians.