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OldPreMeds Podcast

The National Society for Nontraditional Premedical & Medical Students, Inc., better known by our website name, OldPreMeds.org or simply OPM, is a professional/pre-professional society and educational conduit for non-traditional students who seek to become Physicians. For those whose path to medicine is not the traditional high school to college to medical school, OPM's mission is to assist and advise on how to successfully prepare, apply, and succeed in both medical schools and residency training programs. Founded in 1998, our now over 10,000 registered members span from the very early premed through attending-level physicians. Many are enrolled or have graduated from medical schools, osteopathic programs, and other clinical health fields, here in the US as well as abroad. www.OldPreMeds.org, is a website community built upon peer-based forums providing resources for all levels of premedical students, medical students, medical residents, pre-health advisors, admissions officers, and other faculty & staff at undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, medical, and post-graduate programs.
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Episodes

253: Should I Include This on My Postbac Application?

A semester into grad school, this nontrad is changing gears and pursuing a premed career changer postbac. Should they include their masters on their app? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com...

Nov 11, 20208 minEp. 253

252: My Advice to a 37-Year-Old Premed With a 2.13 Science GPA

This premed mom has a 2.13 science GPA and minimal to no shadowing or volunteering. Hear my feedback on whether she should realistically apply next year! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com eShadowing.com...

Nov 04, 202012 minEp. 252

251: I'm a PA Student and Want to go to Med School

Our student today is in PA school but has known "for a while" that they want to go to med school. What are the next steps and are there issues? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media eShadowing.com Mappd Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Medsembly Follow @medsembly on Instagram. The Premed Years Podcast episode resources about PA to MD: Session 254: MD vs PA! Let’s Talk About It with a PA to Help You Decide Session 170: PA Turned MD Talks About Why He Made the Switch Session 159: Premed Q...

Oct 28, 202014 minEp. 251

250: When To Retake Undergrad Coursework or Take Grad Classes?

When should you retake undergraduate coursework? Or is graduate level coursework sufficient to not retake those courses? Also, how does the MCAT factor in? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Mappd Mappd.tv...

Oct 21, 202013 minEp. 250

249: 12 Years After Undergrad, Should They Complete a Master's?

12 years after her undergrad with a poor GPA, this nontrad has gotten straight A's in her prereqs. Should she complete a Master's Program? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum eShadowing.com Mappd...

Oct 14, 202010 minEp. 249

248: What's Next for This Nontrad After An Academic Suspension?

After a rough start to college before deciding to pursue medicine, this student is asking what to do next on his pursuit to medical school. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd...

Oct 07, 202012 minEp. 248

247: How to Obtain Letters of Recommendations in Online Classes?

How do you ask an online professor for a letter of recommendation? Dr Gray gives his advice on how to ask for Letters of Recommendation, online or not. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd.com...

Sep 30, 20208 minEp. 247

246: Is Crisis Text Line during COVID actually Clinical Hours?

Have you had trouble finding clinical experience during the pandemic? Does a crisis text line count as clinical experience for your application? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media eShadowing.com VirtualShadowing.com WebShadowers.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Specialty Stories Mappd.com...

Sep 23, 20209 minEp. 246

245: More Classes or MCAT Prep? How Should You Focus Your Time?

Which is better taking more science courses or spending more time prepping for the MCAT? With a GPA below 3.0, should you take more classes or focus on the MCAT? Links: Full episode blog post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd.com Mappd.tv...

Sep 16, 202012 minEp. 245

244: What Constitutes "Strong Ties" to Out-of-State Med Schools?

You're considering applying to out-of-state medical schools, so what are out-of-state medical schools really looking for? What constitutes "strong ties?" Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd Medical School Admission Requirements (MSAR)...

Sep 09, 202011 minEp. 244

243: The Nontraditional Path for the Traditional Premed

What can you do if you decide you want to be a physician late in your undergrad, but your GPA needs work? Will an upward trend and strong MCAT score be enough? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd...

Sep 02, 20208 minEp. 243

242: How Can You Find Out If Being a Physician Is Right for You?

You are interested in medicine, but you aren't sure being a physician is right for you right now. How do you find out? Can you change your mind later? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Specialty Stories Session 24: What is Forensic Pathology? Dr. Judy Melinek Shares Her Story...

Aug 26, 202010 minEp. 242

240: How Often Are MCAT Prep Resources Updated?

You purchased MCAT prep books, but decided to postpone the MCAT until next year. How long are your prep materials good for? Does the content change year-to-year? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media medicalschoolhq.net/BPfree Mappd.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com...

Aug 12, 202010 minEp. 240

239: How to Talk About Being Inspired by Your Child's Adversity

This nontrad mom found her passion for medicine through her child's adversity. How should she discuss it on her medical school personal statement? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd...

Aug 05, 202010 minEp. 239

238: Can You Communicate with Med School AdComs Before You Apply?

It might seem intuitive, but you might be surprised! What are the rules for communicating with adcoms? In short—it depends. Find out why! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com WhatsMyGPA.com...

Jul 22, 202012 minEp. 238

237: When Does It Make Sense to Apply Early Decision?

You're an nontrad with a family and ties to a geographic location. Does it make sense to apply early decision? What are the benefits and downsides? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com...

Jul 15, 202014 minEp. 237

236: Discouraged on the Premed Path — Who Should You Listen To?

Med school is hard, expensive, and requires a lot of sacrifices. You know it's right for you, but why are other physicians trying to talk you out of it? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Specialty Stories...

Jul 08, 202012 minEp. 236

235: Does Being a School Nurse Count as Clinical Experience?

You work with children as a school nurse, but now you're considering med school. There's only one question-does it count as clinical experience? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd.com Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com...

Jul 01, 20209 minEp. 235

234: Dismissed From a Caribbean Med School—What Are Your Options?

Our former med student today was dismissed from a Caribbean medical school. What are their options and is there hope for attending med school in the US? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd.com PMY 230: Rejected from the Caribbean! Now with a US Acceptance...

Jun 24, 202018 minEp. 234

233: How to Discuss Medical Leave & Illnesses on the Application

You had to take some time away from school to heal from an illness or injury. You aren't required to disclose it on your app, but what if it comes up? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Secondaryapps.com The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert Podcast...

Jun 17, 202017 minEp. 233

232: Should You Take Classes Just for Letters of Recommendation?

It's been a while since you graduated—should you consider taking courses at a community college to get more recent letters of recommendation? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media mappd.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com PMY 330: Getting into Med School After Community College Postbac...

Jun 10, 202011 minEp. 232

231: Which Is Better: Undergraduate or Graduate Postbac Programs?

When is it appropriate to complete postbac coursework at the undergraduate level, and when should you apply for graduate postbac or SMP programs? Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PMY 393: Confronting Bias and Discrimination Towards Black Premeds Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Mappd.tv Tour for Diversity in Medicine...

Jun 03, 202013 minEp. 231

230: Lab Testing in a Health Clinic: Does It Count as Clinical?

Working in a lab at a free local health clinic, you assist providers by explaining tests and answering patients' questions. Is it considered clinical experience? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com...

May 27, 202011 minEp. 230

228: When Do You Need a Professional Premed Consulting Service?

Where is the best place to find impartial advice for a nontraditional premed? Should you look to a university prehealth advisor, or hire a professional? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com National Association of Advisors of Health Professions (NAAHP)...

May 13, 20209 minEp. 228

227: Should You Take the MCAT Before Retaking Dated Prereqs?

You've taken your prereqs already, but it's been a while—13 years! Should you retake your prereqs before you retake the MCAT? Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com mappd.com...

May 06, 202012 minEp. 227

226: What to Do When Your Dreams & Your Personal Life Are at Odds

You have a career, a family and other responsibilities that seem to be at odds with your dreams of becoming a physician. What can you do? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com The Premed Years Session 230: Rejected from the Caribbean! Now with a US Acceptance! mappd.com...

Apr 29, 202012 minEp. 226

224: Can You Gain Clinical Experience Remotely?

I've always said it's considered clinical experience when you're close enough to smell the patient, but what about remote counseling and similar opportunities?

Apr 15, 20206 minEp. 224
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