The Premed Tracker is a software designed for premed students to track everything they need to do until they get into medical school. He answers when to push off an application cycle, how to get good clinical experience, and more Dr. Nessim answers questions posted in the community page of the tracker. Register for a free account at www.premedtracker.io
Jun 13, 2024•11 min
In this video, Dr. Nessim from The Premed Consultants interviews Dr. Jennifer Welch a former Dean of Admissions from a major New York Medical School. They discuss how the medical school admissions process has changed over the years and everything you should do to prepare a strong application. If you want to get ahead on tracking your premed requirements, shadowing/clinical hours, and ensure you are a strong applicant sign up for a free premed tracker account at: https://premedtracker.io/auth/reg...
Jan 29, 2024•44 min
Dr. Adam Nessim, the founder of The Premed Consultants, answers a common question that many premed students have: when should you retake a class? While there is no definitive answer, Dr. Nessim shares some best practices for determining when to retake a class. He advises that if you receive a C- or lower, you should retake the class. However, for grades of C or higher, it becomes a bit more complicated. Dr. Nessim discusses the potential benefits of retaking a class versus taking upper-level sci...
May 11, 2023•5 min
Dr. Nessim discusses the road to getting accepted into medical school as an international student. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
May 06, 2023•6 min
In this podcast, I talk about how you decide between a special Masters's program and a postbac? I will show you how to decide if one of these programs is right for you. This covers who postbaccalaureate programs are best for, which types of premed postbac programs are the best to get into medical school, and whether it is worth it or just study and take classes on your own. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
May 05, 2023•6 min
Dr. Nessim shares the best ways on how to get a strong recommendation letter from doctors or professors. Whether you're a college student, in med school, heading to college, or trying to get a residency. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
May 04, 2023•10 min
Dr. Nessim discusses the premed strategy of applying to only one medical school if you do not know what your MCAT score is or if you are going to apply this cycle. This strategy makes sense on occasion but is sometimes misunderstood. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
May 03, 2023•4 min
I go over how to be more effective in studying and actually have a good work-life balance. How to get more done each day while studying hard as a premed. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
May 02, 2023•8 min
Dr. Nessim talks about which college you should go to for premed. Is there a difference between going to a big school or a small school? In-state or out-of-state? What is really the best college for a pre-med student? The answer is... whatever college where you will succeed in most! Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
May 01, 2023•5 min
The premed timeline is more confusing than most students think. I have seen so many students not realize they are going to have to take at least one extra year before starting medical school. In this podcast, I discuss how the timeline works so you can avoid that mistake. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
Apr 30, 2023•5 min
Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
Apr 29, 2023•5 min
Don't go into the MCAT with the idea you will already be taking it again. Are you allowed multiple attempts? Yes, Can you still get in if you have multiple attempts? Yes. But having the mindset that the first Mcat you take is “just a practice run” is not a good idea. Ideally, you should be one and done with the MCAT. Many students study and then take it when they are not ready because they are already planning on taking it again. Not only does this usually lead to inadequate prep but medical sch...
Apr 28, 2023•5 min
In this podcast, we'll cover acids and bases, including their definitions, strength, pH scale, indicators, reactions, and titrations. By the end of this podcast, you'll be well-prepared for the chemistry section of the MCAT. Tune in for an engaging and informative discussion on this important topic! Want MCAT Prep: www.thepremedconsultants.com
Apr 27, 2023•7 min
Dr. Nessim discusses how he went out 3 times a week while still doing well as a premed student. Also, how he kept balance in medical school, and what the hardest part was. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
Apr 26, 2023•5 min
Being a doctor can be a tough job, but these 5 ways that will definitely help you evaluate if this career is the right fit for you! Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
Apr 25, 2023•5 min
Dr. Adam Nessim, the founder of Premed Consultants, discusses the importance of clinical experience for getting into medical school. He explains the difference between clinical experience and shadowing and emphasizes the need for hands-on experience with patients before applying to medical school. Dr. Nessim provides examples of clinical experience opportunities and stresses the importance of consistency in demonstrating a commitment to the field. He also offers tips for tracking clinical hours ...
Apr 24, 2023•4 min
Dr. Nessim discusses what a DIY Post-Bac is and how it can be used to get into medical school whether you are a premed who needs to improve their GPA or you are completely switching careers. Interested in premed tutoring or coaching? Visit www.thepremedconsultants.com
Apr 23, 2023•5 min
In this episode of the MCAT Flash go Podcast by The Premed Consultantswe Dr. Nessim dives into the 20 essential amino acids that are vital to know for the MCAT. We categorize them into four groups - nonpolar, polar, acidic, and basic - and discuss their unique properties and characteristics. We cover their one-letter and three-letter codes, as well as their importance in protein structure, initiation, and catalysis. By the end of this episode, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of the 20 ...
Apr 22, 2023•9 min
In this video, Dr. Nessim, founder of The Premed Consultants, shares his insights on writing a compelling personal statement for medical school admissions. He addresses a common question from his pre-med mentee about what to focus on when writing a personal statement. He emphasizes the importance of showing, not just telling, why you want to be a doctor and how you’ve grown your interest in medicine through anecdotes. Dr. Nessim also explains why the personal statement is more critical than many...
Apr 21, 2023•5 min
In this episode, Adam Nessim, Founder of The Premed Consultants discusses high yield facts on hydrogen bonding. This content is taken from the MCAT Powerbook, an all-in-one MCAT textbook with the most up to date need to know MCAT info. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start ...
Aug 19, 2021•3 min
In this episode, Jules Higa asks a question about the macro-level theories of sociology. This is a question you might see from the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed ...
Apr 07, 2021•5 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about the macro-level theories of sociology. This is a question you might see from the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the pr...
Mar 23, 2021•4 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about the function of the cerebellum. This is a question you might see from the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consult...
Mar 22, 2021•4 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about defense mechanisms. This is a question you might see from the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consultants wi...
Feb 26, 2021•4 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about intersectionality. This is a question you might see from the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consultants wil...
Feb 25, 2021•4 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about the cell membrane. This is a question you might see from the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consultants will hel...
Feb 24, 2021•5 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about bipolar disorder. This is a question you might see from the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consultants will...
Feb 05, 2021•4 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about the forces participating in DNA pairing. This is a question you might see from the Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed...
Feb 05, 2021•3 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about phobias. This is a question you might see from the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consultants will help you...
Feb 05, 2021•4 min
In this episode, Austin Santiago asks a question about lymphocytes. This is a question you might see from the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section. This podcast is designed for Pre-medical students preparing to take their Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This episode is powered by Premed Consultants, an all-inclusive premed advising program. Whether you are starting out as a freshman or about to start prepping for the MCAT, the premed consultants will help you ...
Feb 05, 2021•4 min