You're switching gears and getting ready to pursue a career in medicine, but what's your first step on this new path? Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post premedforums.com PremedHangout.com Meded Media . The Premed Years Podcast...
Apr 08, 2020•7 min•Ep. 223
Students often ask if they should continue their current path, or abandon everything in pursuit of their interest in medicine. Today, I'll answer! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Years Session 383 Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com The Premed Years Podcast Session 384...
Apr 01, 2020•11 min•Ep. 222
What is the best path to medical school as an international student? How do med schools view international coursework? Let's find out! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Years Session 383 Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com topics related to international students on The Premed Years Podcast...
Mar 25, 2020•9 min•Ep. 221
This premed has 4 years of clinical experience as a CMA, but do they still need volunteer experience prior to applying to med school? Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedForums.com
Mar 18, 2020•5 min•Ep. 220
Do AdCom's really expect you to quit your job and take classes full-time to show you can handle the demands of med school? You might be surprised. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forums Next Step Test Prep . Use the promo code MSHQ to save 10%. The Premed Years Podcast...
Mar 11, 2020•7 min•Ep. 219
You aren't looking for a Plan B, but should you consider nursing on your way to becoming a physician? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedForums.com Next Step Test Prep
Mar 04, 2020•9 min•Ep. 218
Our med school hopeful was suspended after getting caught with marijuana. After a rocky start, can they turn things around and get into med school? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum WhatsMyGPA.com The Premed Years Podcast Episode 37: How to Fix a Medical School Application After Starting Premed Poorly...
Feb 26, 2020•8 min•Ep. 217
This premed and mother of two is wondering when and how to discuss her motivation for applying to medical school: her children. Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedForums.com
Feb 19, 2020•11 min•Ep. 216
With so many ways to make a difference in healthcare, how can you be certain you want to be a physician? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
Feb 12, 2020•11 min•Ep. 215
As a doctor you'll be responsible for your patients. How do you get comfortable with that, and how do you get over the fear of hurting people?
Feb 05, 2020•6 min•Ep. 214
How do you find opportunities to get experience in a research setting, and what do you do if your premed institution doesn't seem to have any? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum
Jan 22, 2020•6 min•Ep. 213
Our medical school hopeful has received Advanced Individual Training to be a medic in the military. Do grades from this training affect their application? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Years Podcast Episode 363: Premed Dad’s 1.8 GPA First Year to Paramedic and Acceptance...
Jan 15, 2020•5 min•Ep. 212
Which is better, applying early decision where your stats at the median for the school, or regular application where you are far above average? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum...
Jan 08, 2020•8 min•Ep. 211
Say you have a low GPA and even lower sGPA from undergrad. How do you improve your chances, and should you discuss the challenges behind your grades? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum...
Jan 01, 2020•8 min•Ep. 210
Which is more likely to demonstrate your passion to medical school adcoms: paid clinical work or volunteering at a hospital? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Dec 25, 2019•6 min•Ep. 209
With allopathic application season in the rearview mirror, has this applicant missed their chance at applying DO too? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Dec 18, 2019•7 min•Ep. 208
What is the best way to find shadowing experiences? Is there an ideal time to get all of your shadowing done? Let's find out! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement...
Dec 11, 2019•9 min•Ep. 207
Is there such a thing as etiquette when shadowing doctors? What can you expect to do and what, if anything, should you avoid? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum
Dec 04, 2019•8 min•Ep. 206
If you are a parent applying to medical school, this one's for you: should you mention kids in your application / personal statement? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media
Nov 27, 2019•8 min•Ep. 205
You know exactly what you want to say during your medical school interview. So can you use notes to jog your memory? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum PremedPlaybook.com...
Nov 20, 2019•6 min•Ep. 204
Do medical schools care about your internet presence? What if you take your strong political views to social media? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum
Nov 13, 2019•6 min•Ep. 203
Are interviews for postbac premed programs similar to medical school interviews? Here's what you need to know to prepare! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview The Premed Years Podcast 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 ...
Nov 06, 2019•7 min•Ep. 202
What if you prefer to volunteer in a non-medical setting? Should you put medical volunteering ahead of causes that matter to you? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media premed.tv...
Oct 30, 2019•9 min•Ep. 201
Today's question: is there any harm or benefit to introducing yourself to a med school before you apply? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Years Podcast Nontrad Premed Forum UC Davis Prehealth Conference AAMC Minority Fair AMSA Convention AMSA PreMedFest premedmeetup.com...
Oct 16, 2019•9 min•Ep. 200
Have you ever seen a doctor with visible tattoos? They're out there. Does that mean you can have visible tattoos and piercings at your medical school interview? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Years Podcast Meded Media The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Ask Dr. Gray YouTube Channel: premed.tv Application Renovation ( Apply to be featured on our second season!) Meet Up at These Upcoming 2019 Events: UC Davis Prehealth Conference (October 19, 2019) University of F...
Oct 09, 2019•11 min•Ep. 199
Our med school hopeful is burnt out after tons of clinical work. As they continue to take courses, is it ok to switch gears and find work in research instead? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Oct 02, 2019•7 min•Ep. 198
What if you were enrolled in a medical school, withdrew, and then reapplied? Today's question comes from a former Caribbean medical school student. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Sep 25, 2019•14 min•Ep. 197
Joe is trying to decide between working as a tech in an ER or becoming an EMT to get clinical experience. What should he do? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media 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 !...
Sep 18, 2019•7 min•Ep. 196
Today's applicant completed most of his prerequisites online, but he's worried he made a bad decision. How do AdComs assess online coursework? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum
Sep 11, 2019•6 min•Ep. 195
Our med school hopeful has lots of strong academic and work experience, but worries about withdrawals. Are they red flags, and if so, how do you address them? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media MSHQ YouTube videos FindShadowing.com...
Sep 04, 2019•10 min•Ep. 194