UniMelb Health Tutor Dan

If you are preparing for the MMI or CASPER and are completely lost on where to start don't waste your money going anywhere else. I had a few sessions with Dan and it made such a big difference. He gives you honest and actionable feedback and is not afraid to question your answers so that you can ultimately strengthen them for the big day! I received a Q4 in my CASPER and an offer at a medical school next year with Dan's help. His resources and website were essential to my prep! I highly recommend you buy a weekly subscription to practice consistently with high quality questions and feedback. Dan really invests his time and energy into his students and genuinely cares if we do well. I would recommend him to all of my friends and family!!

Alicia, StudentVIP member
since January, 2023

Dan helped me go from a Q2 -> Q4 Casper and from EOD to a place offer at UNDS. Dan is one of the best tutors I've ever had the pleasure of being taught by over the years. From the beginning he pushed me out of my comfort zone - which was a bit intimidating at first as I'm sure everyone will find it when they practice out loud for another person - but his teaching style has the right balance between being reassuring and supportive whilst still ensuring that the right lessons are getting through. Thinking back I remember in particular the first handful of sessions being so insightful and eye opening that those lessons I learned are still very clearly planted in my brain. He's also just very down to earth and a great guy to chat with and to genuinely have in your corner rooting for you.

Tom, StudentVIP member
since January, 2019

Dan helped me realise interview skills are not about having the perfect formula for each question, but leading with empathy and being genuine to my own responses. From helping me during Casper prep which then set me up for the interview stage, I could not be more grateful for his guidance. Dan could easily have encouraged me to book more classes but he suggested I find an interview partner to supplement the classes with him, and it was that advice that got me over the hump. Dan doesn't turn you into a skilled interviewer, he makes you realise that your experiences are always good enough as long as you reflect enough on them. He did not only build my confidence for the interview, but in life. Dan helped me achieve a Q4 Casper and a spot in my first preference uni. I am so deeply grateful to him for being genuinely invested in my journey and for always helping me recenter when I fell into self-doubt. If you tutor with Dan, he is genuinely in your corner, and I can't think of someone more skilled, experienced, or empathetic to have on your side.

Opal, StudentVIP member
since November, 2026

I first stumbled across Dan’s profile whilst prepping for Casper earlier this year, and with never having sat this test before, I really needed some guidance. Within the first few sessions with Dan, I was really blown away by how personable, specific and insightful his feedback was. The suggestions are grounded upon highlighting YOU as your true authentic self, being a real human being, and not getting tied up to scripted robotic answers. Whilst we would joke that his feedback could be brutal at times, his honesty is something I grew to value so much. I always left the sessions with something to reflect on, but more importantly, a new perspective to think about. I genuinely remember most sessions thinking to myself, wow I would have never thought about it that way/approached the question like that - it is this nuance provided by Dan that I think is invaluable. Aside from the MMI/Casper stuff, Dan is a naturally caring and altruistic person who made this process feel SO much less daunting. It can be so easy to get lost and anxious when prepping. However, Dan’s plethora of life experience, and genuine desire to help his students, creates a grounded and guided environment. After scoring Q4 for Casper, I knew I would run straight back to Dan for MMI prep. Whilst my combo just scraped an interview at my top preference uni, I ended up being offered a CSP place. It was 100% my interview that got me there. Dan was a vital and imperative part of my application journey, and I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to work with him.

Ellen, StudentVIP member
since February, 2022

I've known Dan for a little over two years, during which time we've worked consistently together to prepare for medical school interviews. I remember Dan telling me at our first meeting to go and explore other tutors before committing to working with him. He wanted me to experience different approaches and understand what each tutor could offer, so that I could recognise the particular value he brings. Looking back, I think that was genuinely great advice. Having had that opportunity, I can confidently say that if I were to do the entire process again, I would choose Dan every single time. Dan isn't someone who simply sits back and listens to your answers. His extensive knowledge of interview questions, answer structures and different interviewing styles allows him to really get into the detail of your responses. He identifies your strengths, recognises areas for improvement and helps refine your answers while still allowing you to develop your own style and personality. What I particularly appreciated was his ability to adapt his approach as I progressed, helping me become a more confident, articulate and considered interviewee. I owe Dan a huge amount of thanks for his guidance, patience and support over the past couple of years. Having recently secured a place in a Doctor of Medicine program, I can genuinely say that his contribution played an important part in helping me get there. I couldn't recommend Dan highly enough to anyone preparing for medical school interviews. Worth every penny.

Ryan, StudentVIP member
since April, 2025

I’d highly recommend Dan for MMI preparation. He was very and honest and would always tell me when an answer wasn’t working and explain exactly why, which helped me to improve massively in the long run. Dan really understands what the interview is looking for. He helped me realise that you don’t need to sound impressive or have a perfectly polished answer to every question. You need to come across as someone approachable, normal and compassionate, someone people would feel comfortable talking to. That sounds very obvious, but it’s surprisingly easy to lose sight of when you’re nervously preparing and overthinking every response. His feedback helped me sound more like myself and feel less caught up in trying to say the “right” thing. I felt much more comfortable going into the interview because of our practice. My GAMSAT was 62.7, which wasn't competitive at all as a metro applicant. I ended up receiving a first-round CSP offer, and I think my interview performance played a big part in that. Dan's question bank on the Key2MD website also was a huge help. There were plenty of questions to work through between sessions, and I felt much better prepared because of it.

Jeremy, StudentVIP member
since February, 2023

Where do I even start with Dan! I was recommended Dan by a previous student who spoke very highly of his coaching, and I can confidently say that he went above and beyond my expectations. What really sets Dan apart is that he doesn't just tell you how to improve your MMI and Casper answers. He teaches you how to communicate effectively, how to structure your thoughts, how to sound genuine, and most importantly, how to make your answers unique to YOU. He doesn't try to mould everyone into the same perfect candidate. Instead, he helps you recognise your own strengths, experiences and perspectives, and teaches you how to communicate them in a way that actually resonates with the interviewer. Now, if you're paying $300+ for a class, don't expect magic. You genuinely still have to put in the work, and that's something I quickly realised. Dan isn't someone who will just tell you what you want to hear. He will absolutely call you out if you're slacking! He sets clear expectations for what you should accomplish before your next session, and that level of accountability was honestly one of the things I appreciated most. It pushed me to prepare properly, reflect on my weaknesses and consistently improve rather than just turning up to classes expecting to get better. Another thing I really appreciated was how invested Dan was in my progress. His feedback was always honest, constructive and incredibly specific. He wouldn't just say an answer was good or bad. He would explain WHY something worked, WHY something didn't, and how I could approach it differently. Over time, I noticed that I wasn't just becoming better at answering interview questions, but also becoming more confident in expressing myself and thinking critically under pressure. And perhaps the biggest testament to his coaching is that just yesterday, I found out I received an offer to study Medicine! It's honestly still sinking in, and while I know how much work I personally put into getting here, I genuinely attribute a significant part of my success to Dan's guidance and coaching.

Asheil, StudentVIP member
since June, 2021

Dan is a great MMI tutor. His feedback is very specific and he often picks up on details which no one else does. For me he was most helpful in developing my ability to express empathy and making my responses significantly more genuine. I would suggest Dan if you have already done some MMI preparation and are looking to fine tune your skills and stand out.

Kiron, StudentVIP member
since November, 2025

I found Dan through a Google search, and I genuinely thank the universe every day that I came across his profile because he played a huge role in helping me get into medical school. I graduated with a good GPA, but I was always unsure about my application since I felt my GAMSAT score wasn’t particularly competitive. From the beginning, Dan gave me the confidence I needed. He encouraged me to apply, helped me prepare for CASPer and interviews, and supported me every step of the way. Dan is attentive, positive, and genuinely invested in seeing his students succeed. He understands the medical application and interview system extremely well and tailors each session to help you achieve the best possible outcome. The interviews I did were challenging, but thanks to Dan the uncertainty was drastically reduced, and I felt comfortable being uncomfortable throughout the process. In 2025, I secured four interviews when I honestly thought I wouldn’t even get one and I ended up getting into medical school! I’m now loving every minute of it. Dan is truly the best of the best. I only wish I had found him earlier to help navigate the stress of the medical application process. If you’re considering applying to medicine, I highly recommend working with him, he’s absolutely incredible and exactly the person you need by your side to maximise your success.

Priya, StudentVIP member
since August, 2021

Dan is a great MMI tutor. You can tell he is very experienced and gives unique, personalised feedback. He has a heap of high quality practice questions and closer to the interview date did a full MMI mock with me. Dan is very straightforward and won't sugarcoat anything, which gives you a realistic picture of how you can improve. Although I missed out on a GEMSAS offer from Griffith this year, I still improved heaps and ended up getting an offer from Monash.

Mahi, StudentVIP member
since June, 2025

I owe Dan for getting in to med. I had done MMIs in the previous year, and scored horribly (the uni I interviewed for told you how you went), but Dan turned it around and I got a CSP offer despite my relatively low gamsat score- it was 100% my interview score that pulled the weight of my offer. The way Dan tutors gives you skills that help you answer any of the questions, and rather than sounding tokenistic and robotic, he helps you find a way to answer that is genuine to who you are. I thought $300/hr was pretty steep so was hesitant to book a tute at first, but very quickly found out it was worth every penny, and ended up booking quite a few more. I literally could not recommend him for MMI any higher!

Olly, StudentVIP member
since November, 2024

I had several sessions with Dan for Casper and for MMI. And my word, without Dan, and his colleague Jon, I would not be commencing post-graduate medicine in 2026. My biggest mountain to climb was wrangling the jumbled mess of words in my mind, organising them and articulating what I wanted to say in a meaningful way that demonstrated well... me. Dan did NOT give me textbook, empty responses to spew verbatim. He guided me to dive deep into what I think, and explore my perspectives, values, morals etc. It was truly a collaborative effort, and I needed to put in the hard yards. His constructive student-led approach gave me the tools to critically appraise myself and think laterally. But he was always there to help navigate me when I had hit a brick wall and to give specific, tangible and actionable feedback for me to take away and work on. Dan is the energiser bunny, he knows what he is doing and squeezes in a lot per session. He does not waste a second and brings me back when I all too often strayed on tangents haha! Through this process, Dan (and Jon) got me to where I needed to be so I could articulate who I am to those who needed to know.

D, StudentVIP member
since April, 2025

This year was my first ever MMI opportunity and Dan's tutoring made a massive difference in the way I went about this process and allowed me to get CSP place at unimelb. I procrastinated alot for my interview prep and started off much later than most for the MMI. However Dan helped support me throughout and always made sure to accomodate our sessions wherever possible. As compared to other tutors that I did some sessions with, Dan helped me build up my MMI skills right from the basics. Rather than giving a very generic idea of how to structure my MMI responses, Dan helped me rewire the way I was answering all the questions and ensured that I could present the most prepared but authentic version of myself at the interview. Overall Dans tutoring really helped me in answering questions based on authenticity and empathy rather than structured generic responses. I would highly recommend Dan for anyone struggling with MMI !!!

Hamna, StudentVIP member
since February, 2023

After receiving my semester 1 results and realising I’d get (scrape) an interview offer, I got nervous, my dream of med school was so close yet the final hurdle seemed like such an uphill battle. I tried a few different tutors before arriving at Dan and straight away I knew he was the guy I should trust with this massively important stage of my application. From the first session he began shaping my habits and thought processes, showing me when I was accidentally being judgy, guiding me to approach questions with the most empathy, integrity and as humanly as possible. I took a second to compare video responses from the start of my prep to the day before the mmi, can honestly say it was watching 2 different people. Dan helped transform my mmi, and ultimately I attribute my success in getting an offer to his guidance and expertise. If your put off by the cost a little bit, I was too but looking back now, I can say without a doubt his the most cost effective tutor in getting you where you want to be! Couldn’t recommend him more.

Ziyad, StudentVIP member
since March, 2022

Dan is a brilliant tutor!! He guides you meticulously through every step, whether it is MMI or Casper you get meaningful, structured, and innovative approaches that truly helps you feel ready and empowered to tackle any scenario. Dan has a remarkably strong grasp of the MMI and Casper process, and his wisdom is something you won’t find elsewhere. On top of that, his classes are incredibly engaging and uplifting. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll leave every session feeling more confident than ever. What makes Dan even more amazing is that he genuinely cares. He is just as invested in your journey as you are, meeting you where you’re at, challenging you to think deeper, and celebrating your wins like they’re his own. I highly, highly, highly recommend Dan but only if you want this to be your last med cycle.

Jason, StudentVIP member
since May, 2024

Dan was incredible!!!! Right from the get go, he helped me to realise that I was sounding very robotic, and not natural. In the MMI they want to see a HUMAN BEING and I was so far off from that haha. I really recommend booking in a session with Dan and it will completely change how you view the MMI. Tutoring sessions with Dan had a huge role to play in me getting into Unimelb, and I can’t thank Dan enough. If you’re looking for a tutor, Dan is the one to go to!!!! 💯💯💯

Anonymous, StudentVIP member
since November, 2023

If the number of overwhelmingly positive reviews haven't convinced you yet, let me add my story. The EOD I received at the end of 2024 came as a bit of a shock. Sure my stats weren't god-like, but I thought surely I was well-spoken and passionate enough to be a competitive interviewee - especially coming from a clinical background. That was until Dan showed me the light. Or more so, figuratively slapped some sense into me with some direct (but much-needed) critiques following a mock MMI station. Oh and did I mention he offered this for free? Simply to help him figure out the differences between MMI responses from an EOD applicant and a successful one (we love an evidence-based man). Well lucky for him, I (and many others) were hooked. This year, I worked with Dan on casper, S2 and MMI responses. While ultimately I received and accepted a USYD Dubbo offer, I can confidently say that working with Dan has re-aligned and refined the way in which I not only present myself, but view medicine and the rewards and challenges that it brings. Working with Dan is not just having an expert at your disposal, but also a supportive mate at your side. As I echo from others, Dan dedicates his time to figuring out who you are and what you want to achieve from your sessions. This ability to seamlessly tailor the sessions to weaknesses you didn't even know you have is one of the many factors that sets Dan above the rest. I consistently left each session in awe of how much I had learnt, reflected on and challenged my responses. If you're tired of the typical run-of-the-mill tutors who parrot the same advice found on YouTube, then Dan is the man for you.

Harry, StudentVIP member
since January, 2025

Where do I start? In late April 2024, I stumbled across a Reddit post about the CASPER test where Dan had left a comment. I messaged him to ask whether he was a CASPER tutor, and he replied that he was. This was my second time sitting the CASPER (after receiving a Q1 in 2023), and I was incredibly nervous about trying again in 2024. After just five sessions with Dan, I received a Q4. I was ecstatic. I genuinely could not believe it. Working with Dan made me realise that I often came across as judgemental and biased in my responses, but he helped me make significant changes in a short period of time due to his deep understanding of the CASPER format and the skills it assesses. His feedback was always constructive and targeted. It never felt generic or vague. He took the time to understand how I think and communicate, and then tailored our sessions to suit the way I learn. He remembered so many small things about me and my learning preferences, which made our sessions feel personalised and effective. I also worked with Dan for GAMSAT Section 2 preparation in the lead-up to the March 2025 sitting. We did weekly reviews of timed essays, and his feedback was invaluable. Dan has a wealth of knowledge and experience that helped shape my writing and communication skills over time. Under his guidance, I saw real improvement, and I now have a GAMSAT score that I am genuinely proud of. Most recently, I had a few revision sessions with Dan just before my 2025 CASPER sitting and again received a Q4. I am now anticipating an interview offer, and I credit so much of my progress to Dan’s support. Beyond the tangible results, Dan has helped boost my confidence significantly. His calm, analytical, and respectful approach made me feel like my thoughts were valid and worth refining, not dismissed or wrong. I never felt rushed or talked over. His ability to meet me where I was at and gradually challenge me to push further was exactly what I needed. I cannot recommend Dan highly enough. His feedback is clear, actionable, and always specific to you. If you are looking for someone who will understand how you learn and help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed, Dan is the person you want in your corner.

Nohad, StudentVIP member
since May, 2024

Honestly I was quite nervous to meet Dan the first time after the reviews about him being quite direct... but honestly he is not mean about it. I actually found him quite funny. He is definitely a friendly guy and I liked our sessions. Anyway the facts .. I got Q1 last year without preparation as I didn't think I'd need CASPer. I interviewed and missed out on a spot at UoM with a 90/180 score, average 110. This year, I took no chances. I braved it and I tried Dan. Got a Q4 with like 10 sessions? Maybe I think I did 2-3 hours of self study each week in the lead up to the examination. Now I'm doing MMI prep with Dan and I think I'm locked in for success. Will update this if I get my offer.

Isabel, StudentVIP member
since July, 2025

I had Dan for my Capser prep, and he changed how I approached situational judgement questions while giving me vaulable insight heading into MMI. I would highly recommend Dan as he is warm and approachable, while striking a balace in firm and rigorous academic feedback. He is worth every penny .

Zenan, StudentVIP member
since May, 2020

Can't thank Dan enough. I had a really hard time getting my s1 out of the 50s, and my s2 was 65 64 65 over 3 sittings, I just couldn't get them to budge.. I gave up on doing it on my own and found Dan. I think we did 7 sessions for gamsat stuff and eventually I scored 66/75/60, and so I had a 1.66 combo applying to Griffith as 1st preference. I knew I had to do really well in the interview or I probably had like no chance. so again I went to dan to help and well, maybe 10 sessions for mmi prep and I got a CSP offer at Griffith which i cant believe lol. Started this year and its been great, dan has checked in on me a few times to make sure im settling in which i really appreciate so im happy to write this review dan u were really fun to work with, I appreciate everything. thanks

Ming, StudentVIP member
since February, 2025

Made an account just to write this. Dan is incredible. I had the pleasure to work with him to prepare for my Undergraduate MMI's, which at the time I was very unsure how to study for and do my best in, and I felt really uncomfortable knowing how important they were for my entry into medical school, and being unsure where to start with prep, and unsure if my current answers were good enough. Dan has so much experience, not only with MMI preparation, the many question types, and how to answer them literally perfectly, but he has 3 degrees, and also alot of life experiences, which makes him an extremely smart guy and someone who you can 100% trust in terms of their knowledge of MMI and its complex ethical scenarios. As a result of this experience (especially in Psychology and he is a medical student) Dan has the ability to give a plethora of different ideas in these ethical scenarios, and all other MMI questions, that it is almost unbelievable. And, by working with Dan, you learn so much about these questions and how to answer them in a way that is high yield and will make you stand out on the big day. Dan tutors in a fantastic way. He doesn't waste your valuable time and money worrying about useless things to improve on that you can improve without a tutor, but rather, focuses on greatly improving specific knowledge across all MMI question types, and spends time doing live answers which put you out of your comfort zone (very valuable practice for something as stressful as an interview) Through practice and review with him, Dan will tell you what is wrong, will not sugarcoat it, and will tell you how to improve your answer, and over time, this will gradually sculpt your answers to reach a high level. What is fantastic is that Dan lets you choose how you want to do things, and what you want to work on. Dan is very smart and knowledgeable about MMI, but the best thing is that he is genuinely a great person with a good heart, and every session had lots of laughs, regardless of how difficult the questions were, or how stressed I was. The sessions were so fun and the time went by so incredibly quickly. I feel so thankful and so lucky that I met Dan, who managed to make my interview perfect. I got a CSP in Curtin University with stats that weren't that competitive, which tells me that my interview was gold. I really highly recommend Dan as your tutor for MMI's. MMI tutoring doesn't get better than Dan's tutoring.

Adam, StudentVIP member
since December, 2024

Made this acc just to leave a review. Met WhitestAsian in the discord when I was practising with some friends, he dropped by to give some free advice which was super insightful and kind of blew me away by how thorough he was. Figured he was some sort of tutor so got in contact, price was a real barrier for me though unfortunately. Couldn't get many sessions with him but cannot believe how much each session helped, just totally changed my view of MMI. It was kind of funny in some ways because I just felt so knocked back after our sessions because I became so critical of myself, because listening to his feedback I sort of learned how to critique and evaluate myself. So when I was practising alone I'd be like 'damn Dan would roast me for saying that, can't say that again' and man it actually worked. I guess his funny colour grading scheme kinda imprinted in my brain and I could begin to recognise how to mark myself. Dan was pretty understanding financially and knew from the beginning we would not be long term, so he had a pretty significant focus on giving me the skills to improve alone without the hand holding, and spent quite a bit of time making sure I understood what my next steps were every time we met. Idk what else to say, tutoring with Dan was like the lifecycle of a bird? First session he force-fed me a tonne of information to get me up to speed, and I felt like I really was with the right tutor, and then the next session he threw me off a cliff and watched me try and fly (crashed btw). A couple sessions later I was flying and well, got into med school so it was definitely worth it. I got a CSP at UoM and sounds like a good portion of my incoming cohort has been through Dan so its kind of funny to think 20 or so of us have this mutual connection that we'll probably never even mention (sorry mate). Oh and last thing I do want to mention Dan was pretty good at replying outside of our sessions to my random med questions about UoM, hospital placements, etc, which tbh is super valuable when you're trying to reduce nerves and anxiety etc, really appreciated that. Anyway highly recommend this bloke, really don't think id have gotten in this year if I didn't meet the infamous whitestasian lol.

Anon, StudentVIP member
since November, 2024

Dan helped me analyse scenarios in depth. He would give me a chance to answer the questions first and then provoke my thinking by providing relevant information and knowledge, followed by giving me his model answer. After all these he would encourage me to try to answer again utilising what I have just learned from him. He would also provide written feedback which I can go over in my own time afterwards. Before the interview we did a full mock, which prepared me to cope with the mental and physical stress of the real interview. Using Dan’s service not only helped me get my dream offer but also made me more empathetic and articulate, which I found super helpful at work and in life as well. Dan is truly a caring and empathetic tutor, and I am very grateful!

Dan, StudentVIP member
since November, 2024