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Brandon Winward MDMaster USMLE Tutor

Dr. Winward graduated magna cum laude from Brigham Young University with a degree in exercise science. He scored a 272 on his USMLE Step 2 and earned his M.D. from the University of Texas, Southwestern where he began his ophthalmology residency in 2023.

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Dr. Brandon Winward grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah. He graduated magna cum laude from Brigham Young University with a degree in exercise science. During college, he paused his coursework for two years to serve a mission in the Philippines, where he learned Tagalog. Upon returning to college, he performed research in a biomechanics lab, mentored high school wrestlers, worked as a medical assistant, and began tutoring professionally for the MCAT. In addition to tutoring and mentoring, he has engaged heavily in local and international service.

Dr. Winward then earned his M.D. from the University of Texas, Southwestern where he also started his ophthalmology residency. He scored 262 on Step 1 and 272 on Step 2 CK. He has received multiple scholarships and awards for academic achievement and service, including Alpha Omega Alpha membership. He enjoys going to the zoo and museum with his wife and two young daughters. He also likes snowboarding, hiking, and running.

Education

Undergraduate: Brigham Young University
Medical School: University of Texas, Southwestern
Residency: University of Texas, Southwestern

Scores

USMLE Step 1: 262
USMLE Step 2: 272
USMLE Step 3: 265

Fun Fact

Brandon has been told he can make a "pretty killer cougar sound.”

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