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Michael Tamimi MDAdvisor

Dr. Tamimi is a double board-certified physician who served as a student admissions interviewer and mentor in medical school. He also held the role of chief resident of recruitment during residency and advises both premedical and medical students as they embark on their next career steps.

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Bio

Dr. Tamimi attended Rutgers University in his home state of New Jersey, where he studied biological sciences and political science, graduating with honors. During his time at Rutgers, he was accepted into the early decision program at Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School and served as a student admissions interviewer and mentor for matriculating medical students. After medical school, he completed his training at New York University (NYU), gaining double board certification in neurology and headache medicine while serving as the chief resident of administration and recruitment.

Currently, Dr. Tamimi is completing his MPH in health policy and management at the City University of New York, while also teaching as adjunct faculty at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. Ultimately, he plans to meld his clinical, public health, and medical education roles to further advance his impact in the field.

EDUCATION

Undergraduate: BS, Rutgers University
Medical School: MD, Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School
Residency: New York University
Fellowship: New York University

SPECIALTY

Neurology

FUN FACT

Dr. Tamimi has a goal of visiting 50 countries by the age of 50. Currently, he is ahead of schedule, having visited 35 countries so far!

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