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, 2020•8 min•Ep. 253
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 252
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, 2020•14 min•Ep. 251
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, 2020•13 min•Ep. 250
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, 2020•10 min•Ep. 249
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 248
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, 2020•8 min•Ep. 247
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, 2020•9 min•Ep. 246
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 245
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, 2020•11 min•Ep. 244
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, 2020•8 min•Ep. 243
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, 2020•10 min•Ep. 242
What are your options if you aren't able or willing to relocate for medical school? Should you bother applying, or is it a deal-breaker? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com...
Aug 19, 2020•10 min•Ep. 241
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, 2020•10 min•Ep. 240
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, 2020•10 min•Ep. 239
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 238
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, 2020•14 min•Ep. 237
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 236
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, 2020•9 min•Ep. 235
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, 2020•18 min•Ep. 234
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, 2020•17 min•Ep. 233
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, 2020•11 min•Ep. 232
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, 2020•13 min•Ep. 231
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, 2020•11 min•Ep. 230
If you've experienced trauma, this one's for you. I'll share what to say, what not to say, and how much is too much for your med school interview.
May 20, 2020•9 min•Ep. 229
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, 2020•9 min•Ep. 228
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 227
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, 2020•12 min•Ep. 226
Our med school hopeful has a 514 MCAT score and a 3.9 gGPA, but is worried they might not make it past "The Algorithm" with a low uGPA. What can they do?
Apr 22, 2020•9 min•Ep. 225
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, 2020•6 min•Ep. 224