Dr. Alexander Philip is a board-certified emergency medicine physician, educator, and mentor dedicated to helping future physicians succeed from high school through residency and beyond.

He earned his Bachelor’s in Science from the University of Florida, followed by advanced graduate training with a Master of Public Health and a Master’s in Human Physiology at the Medical College of Virginia. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his emergency medicine residency at Northwell Health / Staten Island University Hospital.

Dr. Philip currently practices across a diverse range of emergency care settings, including trauma centers, freestanding emergency departments, and both community and academic hospitals. This breadth of experience allows him to understand and navigate the operational, clinical, and strategic differences across modern emergency medicine environments.

Beyond patient care, Dr. Philip has devoted years to mentoring students and trainees. He has guided numerous applicants through the medical school admissions process, advised medical students pursuing competitive residency positions, and regularly speaks with high school and college students interested in careers in medicine.

His commitment to education has been recognized with multiple honors, including being voted Preceptor of the Year by FGCU and receiving the Masterful Mentor Award from Lee Health for his years of service teaching medical students and physician assistant students. During residency, he was also recognized as Resident of the Year for his excellence in clinical care and teaching.

Through Kaiju Collective, Dr. Philip combines clinical expertise, mentorship, and practical strategy to help aspiring physicians navigate one of the most competitive professional paths in the world. His philosophy is simple: provide honest guidance, individualized support, and real-world perspective to help every client make informed decisions with confidence.

Education & Credentials

• Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician

• Master of Public Health (MPH)

• Master’s in Human Physiology – Medical College of Virginia

• Bachelor’s in Science – University of Florida

• Medical Degree – Medical College of Virginia

• Emergency Medicine Residency – Northwell Health / Staten Island University Hospital

Areas of Focus

• Medical school admissions mentorship

• High school and pre-med planning

• Residency application strategy

• Emergency medicine career advising

• Clinical education and physician mentorship

• Emergency medicine consulting