| AOA Benefits for SOMA Members |
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Follow the link below to view a list of member benefits for SOMA members provided by SOMA and the American Osteopathic Association. All osteopathic medical students have free membership to the AOA and are able to take advantage of discounts and programs with companies such as Bank of America, T-Mobile, and Epocrates. Also, the AOA provides resources on DO-Online to help osteopathic medical students transition into postdoctoral training and beyond.
Visit www.do-online.org.
http://www.do-online.org/index.cfm?PageID=mem_partnerships
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GL Advisor
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GL Advisor is a unique service designed to help medical students and residents manage their student debt burden and other financial matters to improve their financial well-being. GL Advisor acts as an objective partner in helping clients minimize the cost of student loan debt, increase liquidity through payment relief and save time so clients can focus on their medical career.
Sign up to receive a free personalized assessment that will outline your student loan history and highlight savings opportunities resulting from specific programs and repayment strategies. GL Advisor will provide all SOMA members with individual phone consultations as part of the free assessment process. If you have any questions and would like to speak to an advisor, please contact us at 877-552-9907.
Click here to watch the GL Advisor presentation that highlights how government programs such as Income-Based Repayment (IBR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) can significantly lower the cost of student loan debt for residents and physicians.
GL Advisor does not offer all services to residents of Nevada, New Hampshire, Idaho, Nebraska, and North Dakota at this time.
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| Physicians Loans |
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Physician Loans is the only mortgage company able to offer special mortgages to graduating medical students in all 50 states. They offer the best rates with zero down payments and no PMI. Deferred student loans are not counted in calculating your debt ratios and they allow you to close on your home up to 90 days before beginning residency. Please visit their website below for more information or call them at 877-913-6286.
http://www.physicianloans.com/
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| COMQUEST |
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COMQUEST was founded by a group of physicians who recognized that a first-rate resource for the COMLEX was not available. The foundation of COMQUEST is centered around one goal: Provide the most up-to-date and essential information to prepare future osteopathic physicians for the COMLEX exam. COMQUEST is committed to your success and has created a question bank that ensures success. They currently provide 895 high-yield questions divided into 14 sub-categories including OMT, Medical Jurisprudence and Ethics. SOMA members receive a 10% discount on all subscription lengths for the COMLEX Level 2-CE and Level 3 question banks.
http://www.comquestmed.com/
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| COMBANK |
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COMBANK offers the first-ever test simulator, specifically designed to prepare osteopathic medical students and residents for the COMLEX Level 2-CE and Level 3 examinations. The program offers a performance analysis and provides detailed question explanations. They offer an exceptional bank of questions that mirror the exact question types and formats seen each year on the COMLEX examinations. SOMA members receive a 15% discount in all subscriptions and services.
http://www.combankmed.com/
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| Falcon Physician Reviews |
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Falcon offers a comprehensive preparation for both the USMLE and COMLEX licensing exams. Their reviews are taught by top doctors from the best institutions across the United States. SOMA members receive $100 off online reviews for all levels of either the USMLE or COMLEX examinations. The reviews are accessed 24/7 anywhere you have high speed Internet. Their online classes provide unparallel preparation opportunities for students seeking a more flexible study schedule. Please contact April Smith at (214) 632-5466 to enroll and receive the SOMA discount.
http://www.falconreviews.com/
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| First AID For The COMLEX - Second Edition |
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A 10% discount with McGraw-Hill for their First Aid for the COMLEX Second Edition text has been established by SOMA. The only step-by-step guide written by OMT fellows who aced the boards, this comprehensive resource offers a complete database of high-yield facts covering the latest board-tested OMM techniques and osteopathic considerations for each core clerkship; end-of-chapter questions and answers that reinforce topic mastery; and crystal-clear illustrations that clarify OMM concepts and anatomy. Please follow the link below to receive the SOMA discount.
http://mhprofessional.com/promo/index.php?promocode=soma0309&cat
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Atlas of Anatomy
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This Atlas of Anatomy contains everything you need to successfully tackle the daunting challenges of anatomy. Complete with exquisite, full-color illustrations by award-winning artists Markus Voll and Karl Wesker, the atlas is organized to lead you step-by-step through each region of the body. Each region opens with the foundational skeletal framework. The subsequent chapters build upon this foundation, adding the muscles, then organs, then vessels, then nerves, and finally presenting topographic anatomy for a comprehensive view. Each unit closes with surface anatomy accompanied by questions that ask the reader to apply knowledge learned for the real-life physical examination of patients. SOMA members receive 30% off! Simply click on the link below and enter "SOMA" when prompted during checkout!
http://www.thieme.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.product_
details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=242&Itemid=53
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Anatomy Flash Cards
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This handy set of flash cards helps you perfect your understanding of anatomy. Featuring the exquisite illustrations from Atlas of Anatomy, these flash cards are a valuable tool for studying, memorizing, and reviewing the most important concepts in human anatomy. Each card features a full-color illustration with key structures labeled numerically. The reverse side of the card lists the labels. SOMA members receive 30% off! Simply click on the link below and enter "SOMA" when prompted during checkout!
http://www.thieme.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypag
e.tpl&product_id=112&category_id=13&keyword=gilroy&option=com_virtuemart
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| Atlas of Human Anatomy, 4th edition |
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Get the best selling anatomy atlas in the English language at a 30% discount! Members also receive access to ninety plates from the book as well as a powerful and varied bank of ancillary material unique to this access online at its companion website.
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USMLE Consult
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Top quality online question banks cover Step 1, 2, or 3. This program allows you to correlate your performance with actual scores on the COMLEX exam. As an added feature you can use Robbins Pathology Test Bank to hone your understanding and knowledge. It is written by the authors you know and trust, including Drs. Edward Goljan, Linda Costanzo, Richard Drake, and John Pelley. In addition, remediation is provided by referenced Elsevier content.
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| STA Travel & ISIC Card |
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If you are traveling internationally anytime soon, make sure to purchase an ISIC card for $22 which will save you so much more money around the world on transportation, hostels, museums, and many more services. Check them out!
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| Car Rentals |
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Alamo - ID #233443
Avis - AWD #B451900
Budget - ID #T503500
Hertz - CDP #76057
National - ID #5708406
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Phone (800)698-5685
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Phone (800)227-7368
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| GEICO Car Insurance - Phone (800)368-2734 |
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Contact GEICO today to receive discounted car insurance at (800) 368-2734. You can also visit their website http://www.geico.com/. Just mention you are a SOMA member to receive your discount!
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| SOMA Health Insurance / Group Term Life Insurance |
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There are two medical plans with an optional dental and vision program to choose from. This is a group plan, which guarantees coverage for all members (no one can be denied). There is also a group term life insurance policy now available. These are a great selling point for many Chapters' membership recruitment efforts and this health insurance plan provides royalties to each SOMA Chapter. Contact (800) 349-1039 to enroll today!
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| Family Practice Notebook Handheld Version - Pocket PC |
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Family Practice Notebook information is derived from a "peripheral brain" collection of medical notes covering common problems seen in Family Practice. The text is divided over 4026 topics within 597 chapters and 31 subspecialty books. Use Coupon Number: FPN-YKWU-STU. Regular Price $49.95 - SOMA Price $24.95
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| Skyscape |
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This company offers PDA programs at a discounted rate for SOMA members.
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| SOMA Bookstore |
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This bookstore provides a discount on textbooks and reference books for SOMA members.
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| EssayEdge & ResumeEdge |
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Have your personal statement professionally edited with EssayEdge and ResumeEdge. Enter SOMA as the coupon code to receive a 20% discount.
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