Master your training.
Reclaim your life.

JR Smith - Evolving Medic

I'm JR, an orthopedic surgery resident at the Mayo Clinic. I create resources and evidence-based systems to help ambitious students and healthcare professionals optimize their work, avoid burnout, and stay fulfilled in their careers and personal lives.

JR Smith - Evolving Medic

Elite Guidance for the Modern Medical Journey.

Duke Track

The Athlete's Mindset

  • Former Men's Captain of Duke University Track & Field.
  • Inspired by my surgeon's personal impact after a major injury.
  • Driven to have a similar impact on my own future patients.
YouTube

Documenting the Path

  • Produced 300+ videos sharing the realities of medical training.
  • Bridging the gap between aspiration and execution.
  • Sharing the systems that make high performance sustainable.
Admissions

Admissions Insider

  • Served on the Mayo Clinic Admissions Committee.
  • Decoding what separates top-tier candidates from the pack.
  • Turning "insider knowledge" into actionable blueprints.
Residency

World-Class Training

  • Ortho Surgery Resident at Mayo Clinic (#1 in the World).
  • Resident Board Member for the J. Robert Gladden Society.
  • Advancing the success of my peers through elite training.

The Result of Personal Mentorship.

Evidence-based systems provide the foundation, but personal guidance is where true transformation happens. These are success stories from students and professionals I have personally guided to achieve career-defining results.

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"If it wasn't for JR, I truly don't believe I would be in medical school today!"

Trevon Morales
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"JR has been such a huge inspiration and role model for how I can become a better student and person overall."

Abraham Chorbajian
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"JR has shown me the way to higher academic success through optimizing study resources and maximizing my day!"

Jessica Pereira