New medical schools look just like more established programs on paper. How do you evaluate a brand new medical school before you apply? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media The Premed Years Podcast Episode 256: A Look at Carle Illinois College of Medicine with Dean Li The Premed Years Podcast Episode 349: This Recruitment Director is Revamping Secondary Apps...
Aug 28, 2019•8 min•Ep. 193
Our student is in the Army Reserve, applying for the HPSP, and trying to get the MCAT out of the way. Can they take the MCAT before finishing prereqs? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Aug 21, 2019•8 min•Ep. 192
The medical school lifestyle and schedule is famously grueling. Is it possible to support a family, keep a roof over your head, and become a doctor too? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Aug 14, 2019•8 min•Ep. 191
Jeremy has worked as a CNA and cardiac monitoring technician. Does his experience in telemetry count as clinical experience for his applications? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Aug 07, 2019•8 min•Ep. 190
Are pregnant applicants to medical school seen differently? Are there any mechanisms to protect their chances for acceptance? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Jul 31, 2019•6 min•Ep. 189
This applicant isn't sure what information is most significant in picking a program. How do you pick a school when you can't see it up-close? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum SecondaryApps.com
Jul 24, 2019•12 min•Ep. 188
Our question today is about a specific postbac program. Although I don't know much about the program, we will discuss the importance of finding your fit. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum...
Jul 17, 2019•7 min•Ep. 187
Today our student has their PharmD, but made the decision to go to medical school. We will discuss their switch and what they need to do next on their journey! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by using promo code “MSHQ” for 10% off Next Step full-length practice tests or “MSHQTOC” for $50 off MCAT tutoring or the Next Step MCAT Course at Next Step Test Prep ! mcatcoursereview.com...
Jul 10, 2019•10 min•Ep. 186
Our student has a bachelor's degree from a different country, but has completed a master's degree and prereqs in the US. Today we will discuss the requirements! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Jul 03, 2019•7 min•Ep. 185
The decision of when to take the MCAT is a difficult one that depends on each student. Today we look into how to determine what is the right time for you! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Next Step Test Prep (Use the promo code MSHQ to save some money)...
Jun 26, 2019•7 min•Ep. 184
Having different requirements for each application service is stressful. Today we discuss everything you need to know about the AACOMAS Activites Section! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The MCAT Podcast MCAT CARS Podcast Specialty Stories . Board Rounds Nontrad Premed Forum...
Jun 20, 2019•7 min•Ep. 183
Nick recently separated from the Navy and is now working on his undergrad. He needs some tips/tricks on how to finish and some ideas to feel less alone. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Years Podcast The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement...
Jun 12, 2019•5 min•Ep. 182
Our student has a masters in Biomedical Engineering and an upward trend. Although in some of their prereqs they have a few C's. Should they retake those classes? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum AMCAS Course Classification Guide...
Jun 05, 2019•12 min•Ep. 181
Our student is looking into postbac programs to help raise her GPA and complete prereqs, but most programs are for non-science majors only. What should she do? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
May 29, 2019•8 min•Ep. 180
Kathryn recently made the switch to premed, but in her province, most schools only have a minimum MCAT requirement. She isn't sure what path to take next. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum PMY 333: From Canada to the Caribbean to the US...
May 22, 2019•9 min•Ep. 179
Our student today is passionate about her global health experience, but is concerned due to pushback that she shouldn't mention it on her app! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media...
May 15, 2019•12 min•Ep. 178
Many medical schools give students the opportunity to add their CV to their application. Our student has a few questions on what to include on a resume! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Secondaryapps.com Nontrad Premed Forum...
May 09, 2019•6 min•Ep. 177
I preach that if you are offered an interview your stats are good enough. Although, if you are rejected it can be hard to find what went awry. Let's evaluate! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Nontrad Premed Forum...
May 01, 2019•15 min•Ep. 176
Our student is looking to delay their application, but is worried they will age out of being accepted to medical school. We discuss their plan and "aging out". Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Nontrad Premed Forum...
Apr 24, 2019•11 min•Ep. 175
Our student today wants to audit physics, so he does not hurt his GPA. How will ADCOMs view the audited physics course? Does he need to report it on AMCAS? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network 2018 AMCAS Applicant Guide AACOMAS Applicant Guide...
Apr 17, 2019•8 min•Ep. 174
You prepared for the test, you know you want to be a physician, you have done all you can, and then things don't go as planned. What do you do next? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network Specialty Stories Board Rounds Podcast Facebook Premed Hangout Group...
Apr 10, 2019•6 min•Ep. 173
Today one of our students posed a great question I wanted to talk about. Can you ever be 100% percent sure you are on the right path? Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Medical School Admissions Consulting Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network...
Apr 03, 2019•9 min•Ep. 172
Our student completed shadowing 6 years ago. He is curious on how recent it needs to for med school. Today we talk about how current shadowing needs to be! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network Next Step Test Prep ’s Medical School Admissions Consulting...
Mar 27, 2019•8 min•Ep. 171
Volunteer hours are a must, however, volunteer applications can take months. I will give you some tips and tricks on securing volunteering as well as a timeline! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network Next Step Test Prep Next Step Test Prep Medical School Admissions Consulting...
Mar 20, 2019•6 min•Ep. 170
Many people experience the frustration of not knowing what they are doing wrong. Today I'll talk about how to review your own medical school application! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Medical School Admissions Consulting Nontrad Premed Forum...
Mar 13, 2019•10 min•Ep. 169
When you know you want to pursue medicine, but are currently in another program or job, what should you do? Quit or Keep Going? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by using promo code “MSHQ” for 10% off Next Step full-length practice tests or “MSHQTOC” for $50 off MCAT tutoring or the Next Step MCAT Course at Next Step Test Prep ! Next Step Admissions Consulting @NatalieCrawfordMD...
Mar 06, 2019•12 min•Ep. 168
If you have worked in clinical research where you interact with patients, but you also are collecting data, does it count as clinical? Research? Or both? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network Next Step Test Prep (Use the promo code MSHQ to save $50 off.)...
Feb 27, 2019•9 min•Ep. 167
Our student attained a competency-based degree through a regionally accredited institution, but has taken the prereqs at a community college. Will this suffice? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network Next Step Test Prep (Use the promo code MSHQ to save $50 off.)...
Feb 20, 2019•9 min•Ep. 166
Who should write your letters of rec as a nontrad? Your boss? Your undergrad professors? Or your prereq science professors? Here is everything you need to know! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum MedEd Media Network...
Feb 13, 2019•6 min•Ep. 165
Undergrad is costly, medical school is even more costly. How do you ensure you can provide for your family throughout this journey? Here is how to plan ahead. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Feb 06, 2019•6 min•Ep. 164