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The Premed Years

If you're struggling on your premed journey, trying to figure out the best way to study for the MCAT, or trying to understand how to best apply to medical school, the award-nominated podcast, The Premed Years, has you covered. From interviews with Admissions Committee members and directors to inspirational stories from those who have gone before you, The Premed Years is like having a premed advisor in your pocket. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere else you listen to music or podcasts so you don't miss an episode. It's free. Every week. Don't forget to watch us on YouTube, or follow us on Instagram too! We're medicalschoolhq everywhere!
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Episodes

404: Mappd is Coming! A Special Ask the Dean Q&A Episode

Ask the Dean is a special Q&A that the Mappd team does for Mappd users. You can be one at mappd.com starting on 8/24! You can also still preorder for a bonus. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd Mappd.tv Premed.tv Mission Accepted The MCAT CARS Podcast Pancakes Every Day video on YouTube...

Aug 19, 202047 minEp. 404

403: End-Of-Summer Q&A: What's Happening in the Premed World?

What's happening with the MCAT? What is the AAMC VITA? Plus, I give tips for applying to medical school this cycle, essays, interviewing, and more! Join us! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview...

Aug 12, 202030 minEp. 403

402: Dealing With Chronic Illnesses as a Premed and Med Student

Following a fibromyalgia diagnosis as a premed, Vikki almost gave up on her premed journey. Now, she's an M3! She joins me today to share her success story! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Canadian Federation of Medical Students

Aug 05, 202032 minEp. 402

401: Diversity, Equity, Equality, and Inclusion in Medical School

Diversity of thought improves patient outcomes. Today, I have an inspiring conversation with Dr. Ayeni about why diversity in medical education is so important. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Whistling Vivaldi by Claude Steele How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi Article: How Medical Education Is Missing the Bull’s-eye by LaShyra Nolen Seeing White Podcast...

Jul 29, 202050 minEp. 401

400: State of the Union in the Premed World. Join the Fight!

Episode 400—close to 8 years of The Premed Years. Thank you for being here with me. Today, I have a heart to heart with you about what is going on in the world. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Why I Left Medicine The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Specialty Stories Podcast Mappd Students for Ethical Admissions...

Jul 22, 202022 minEp. 400

399: Social Injustices, the Law, and Applying to Medical School

You're taking a stand against social injustices, but what happens if you find yourself in trouble with the law—how should you talk about it as a premed? Links: Full Episode Blog Post If you want to connect with Larry Cohen, email him at ljc@ljcohen.com . Mappd.com Meded Media The Premed Years Podcast Session 197: Can You Become a Doctor if You’ve Been Arrested?...

Jul 15, 202050 minEp. 399

398: Study Habits and Strategies From a Yale MD/MBA Candidate

Prerak is an MD/MBA candidate at Yale. He joined us for National Premed Day to share his top strategies and study habits for premeds and med students. Listen! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Quizlet Anki Blueprint MCAT...

Jul 08, 202035 minEp. 398

397: Overcoming Setbacks as a Nontrad on the Path to Med School

Shahaan overcame numerous setbacks on his path to medical school. This year, he received 34 interview invites and 16 acceptances. What was his secret? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com Interview with Dr. Greg Polites from WashU on Preparing for the Medical School Interview Check out our YouTube channel on premed.tv . Teach for America (TFA)...

Jul 01, 202049 minEp. 397

396: Am I Ready to Apply to Medical School? A NEW Series

How do you know you're ready to apply to medical school? Join me for NEW Mappd podcast and YouTube series focused on helping YOU figure out if you're ready. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media mappd.tv mappd.com/ready

Jun 24, 202037 minEp. 396

395: Showing Competency Through Your Extracurricular Involvement

Today, I'm joined by Joanne Snapp, Director of Health Professions Advising at UC Davis, to discuss how to shine through your extracurricular involvement. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media UC Davis Pre-Health Conference

Jun 17, 202035 minEp. 395

390: What Do Students Need to Know About Med School Admissions?

Dr. Scott Wright has more than 25 years of experience in medical education. He joins me today to bust myths about med school admissions, talk Mappd, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Meded Media TMDSAS Blueprint APPLY magazine Medical School Admissions Requirements (MSAR)...

May 13, 202047 minEp. 390

389: How to Answer COVID-19 Questions on Med School Apps

One question that's sure to show up on med school applications this year is how COVID-19 has impacted you. Today, I'll share how you should write about COVID-19. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media premed.tv Secondaryapps.com medicalschoolhq.net/blueprint Episode on how to answer the COVID-19 question Application Renovation videos...

May 06, 202016 minEp. 389

388: From Premed With 2.79 GPA & 506 MCAT to M1 in Medical School

Like many premeds, Keith had a rocky start on his journey to med school. What inspired him to turn things around and what was the path like once he knew? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media premed.tv The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview mappd.com (Follow us on Instagram @mappdapp and Twitter @mappdapp .)...

Apr 29, 202026 minEp. 388

387: Designing A Blueprint for MCAT Prep Success

Big things are happening at Blueprint MCAT, formerly NextStep! Phil gives us an inside look at their groundbreaking new online MCAT prep course! Don't miss it! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT premed.tv medicalschoolhq.net/blueprint...

Apr 22, 202038 minEp. 387

386: Carle Illinois COM: How to Thrive in the Midst of Adversity

Carle Illinois College of Medicine thrives on being different and finding solutions to uncertainty. Danny & Nora share how you can too as med school applicants! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media ExplorationMedicine.com Wilderness Medicine Program...

Apr 15, 202049 minEp. 386

385: 6 MCATs, 4 Application Cylces, 12 Interviews & 2 Accptances!

She took the MCAT 6 times, applied to med school 4 times, and went on 12 interviews. Now, she has 2 acceptances! What was her secret to finally breaking through? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)

Apr 08, 202049 minEp. 385

384: How Are TMDSAS & Texas Medical Schools Adapting to COVID-19?

Enrique Jasso, Associate Director, Texas Health Education Service, answers your questions about how TMDSAS and Texas medical schools are reacting to COVID-19. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Inside Health Education Podcast Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) NAPA LISTSERV Rosetta Stone...

Apr 01, 202036 minEp. 384

383: NYU Dean of Admissions on COVID-19 & This Unusual App Cycle

How will med schools view online & pass/fail courses? Will the application timeline change in 2020? What about shadowing? NYU Grossman School of Medicine Dean, Dr. Rivera, answers! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PMY Session 152: The MMI: Everything You Need to Know About the Multiple Mini Interview PMY Session 96: 3 Years to Complete Medical School at NYU...

Mar 25, 202038 minEp. 383

382: How Will the Coronavirus Affect the Premed Process?

COVID-19 has had an undeniable impact on the world. What does it mean for you and the premed process? I answer all of your questions in this special podcast! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media IG @medicalschoolhq If you're interviewing online, shoot us an email at team@medicalschoolhq.net . Get access to the platform for free so you can practice your interviews through a computer screen. PearsonVue.com CASPer test...

Mar 18, 202036 minEp. 382

381: Applying to Medical School & Writing Your Personal Statement

The med school application cycle is right around the corner! Here are 10 things you need to know before applying and 8 tips for writing your personal statement. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed.tv AAMC Fee Assistance Program AACOMAS Fee Assistance Program Application Renovation Series Ask Dr. Gray SecondaryApps.com The Premed Playbook series AMCAS AACOMAS TMDSAS...

Mar 11, 202037 minEp. 381

380: How Does Understanding Cultural Values Improve Patient Care?

I'm joined today by Dr. Cheo Torres to learn more about traditional medicine, cultural competency and how understanding both will make you a better physician. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Check out our YouTube channel on premed.tv Check out Cheo Torres on Coursera If you want to connect with Cheo, email him at cheo@unm.edu . Know more about Cheo’s Curanderismo class every summer. Watch Cheo’s TedTalk Connecting Modern Medicine to Traditional Healing YouTube video where I'm talking w...

Mar 04, 202031 minEp. 380

377: Stop Worrying About What Medical Schools Think

Today, you get to come along on a premed meetup I hosted in Chicago! I answered a bunch of questions about how to get into medical school and succeed on your path. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Here’s a YouTube video of what we talked about on the episode today....

Feb 12, 202019 minEp. 377

376: Behind the scenes at TMDSAS

Inside Health Education Podcast host, Enrique Jasso, Jr., discusses everything you need to know about the TMDSAS and applying to medical schools in Texas. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Inside Health Education Podcast APPLY Magazine TexasHealth Education Service TMDSAS JAMP (Joint Admission Medical Program)...

Feb 05, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 376
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