DOctor Rises

Providing you with the ins and outs of medical school. Things to consider prior to starting, things to emphasize while progressing through, and the talking through the journey of rising physicians.

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Episodes

Exploring Medical Specialties with a Family Medicine Resident

In this episode, I have a special guest, Dr. Tammy Nguyen, a PGY-3 Family Medicine resident. We take a deep dive into a career in Family Medicine, including what it is, who’s a good fit for It, what you should do in medical school if you’re interested in pursuing a career in Family Medicine, and more! — 🟪🟧🟪 SOCIALS: Guest IG: https://instagram.com/tamithus Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/germain-ig TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/germain-tik-tok Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 00:37 Dr. Nguen’s Introd...

May 31, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 9

How to Study for Step 2 | Best Resources & Study Tips for USMLE Step 2 & COMLEX Level 2

In this episode, my friend Jessie Wagner and I talk about studying for Step 2 and COMLEX Level 2. How is Step 2 different than Step 1, what resources should you use for your exam, and how you can best set yourself up to be competitive for your future speciality. — 🟪🟧🟪 SOCIALS: Guest IG: https://instagram.com/jwaggzzz/ Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/germain-ig TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/germain-tik-tok ◼︎◼︎◼︎ The UWorld Spreadsheet I Made for Tracking and Predicting Performance (Dropbox): htt...

Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Crushing Your Medical School 3rd Year Elective Rotations | Tips, Tricks, and Resources

In this episode, my friend Olivia Panchal and I discuss third-year elective (audition) rotations. What to expect on rotations in your specialty of interest, how to leverage that opportunity, and how to hit the ground running with your rotations so you can improve your chances of matching as a fourth year. 🟪🟧🟪 Olivia’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/opmed_ Germain’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/germaincraddock/ Germain’s 2nd IG: https://www.instagram.com/exaltedvigourathletics/ 🟥🟥🟥 Germain’s...

Mar 20, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 7

How to Study for USMLE Step 1 | Best Resources & Study Methods to Pass Step 1 & COMLEX Level 1

In this episode, my friend Jessie Wagner and I talk about studying for Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1. What are medical school board exams, when do you take them, how to study for them, what resources are worthwhile for your money and consideration, and how you can best set yourself up for success to passing your medical school board exams. — Pathoma: https://www.pathoma.com Boards & Beyond: https://www.boardsbeyond.com Dirty Medicine: https://www.youtube.com/c/DirtyMedicine UWorld: https://www.u...

Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Navigating Step 1 Going Pass/Fail & How to be a Competitive Residency Applicant

In this episode, my friend Olivia Panchal and I talk about Step I going pass/fail, the NMRP match for DOs and MDs, what that means for aspiring physicians, how to study for a pass/fail Step exam, and how you can tailor your application to succeed when applying to competitive medical specialties moving forward. 🟪🟧🟪 Olivia's Twitter: https://twitter.com/opmed_ Germain’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/germaincraddock/ Germain’s 2nd IG: https://www.instagram.com/exaltedvigourathletics/ 🟥🟥🟥 Germ...

Nov 25, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 5

What to Expect During Your Third Year Rotations

In this episode, my good friend and senior Alex Frangenburg and I talk about clerkship rotations and the transition of going from your year 1 and 2 didactics to being in the clinic and hospital. What you can expect, how you can set yourself up for success, and how to make the most of your time as a rising physician. 🟪🟧🟪 Guest IG: https://instagram.com/alexanderfrangenberg/ Germain’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/germaincraddock/ Germain’s 2nd IG: https://www.instagram.com/exaltedvigourathleti...

Oct 19, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 4

What to Expect During Your First Year of Medical School

In this episode, my close friend Arpam Dutta and I talk about what to expect during your first year of medical school and how you can better acclimate yourself to the new environment and succeed as an aspiring physician. 🟪🟧🟪 Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/arpam_dutta Germain’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/germaincraddock/ Germain’s 2nd IG: https://www.instagram.com/exaltedvigourathletics/ 🟥🟥🟥 Germain’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsO1-LiR2a5PWCavMMuW2Pg Germain’...

Aug 15, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Why is Research in Medical School Important

In this episode, my good friend Patrick Lawrence and I talk about getting involved with research while in medical school and why it’s important to consider getting involved with research, how you can leverage your research opportunities/projects, and the importance of research in the grand scheme of being competitive for your residency applications. 🌐NRMP Match Report: https://www.nrmp.org/match-data-analytics/residency-data-reports/ 🟪🟧🟪 Patrick’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/_patricklawren...

Jun 27, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Masters to Medical School

In today's episode, my good friend Arielle Rodriguez and I talk about completing a Masters's degree before starting medical school. What are the pros and cons, and how you can leverage a master's to help stand out in your medical school applications and career. 🟪🟧🟪 https://www.instagram.com/arielleerdz/ https://www.instagram.com/germaincraddock/ https://www.instagram.com/exaltedvigourathletics/ 🟥🟥🟥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsO1-LiR2a5PWCavMMuW2Pg https://www.youtube.com/c/exaltedvi...

Jun 13, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Starting a Podcast in Medical School

This episode marks the inauguration of my medical school podcast, where I will discuss medical school admissions, the journey of rising physicians, and a number of different aspects of medicine that shine a light on the various parts of the rising medical provider experience. 🟪🟧🟪 https://www.instagram.com/arielleerdz/ https://www.instagram.com/germaincraddock/ https://www.instagram.com/exaltedvigourathletics/ 🟥🟥🟥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsO1-LiR2a5PWCavMMuW2Pg https://www.youtube....

Jun 08, 2022•3 min0

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