Ryan answers a question from the Facebook Hangout about how to answer medical ethics questions and resources to help. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Check out my book about the medical school interview: The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview . Related episode: 5 Medical School Interview Questions Premeds Struggle With Related episode: Preparing for the Medical School Interview Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by usin...
Jan 13, 2016•23 min•Ep. 164
In this episode, Ryan introduces the OldPreMeds podcast, which you can find at OPMPodcast.com. Take a listen! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post dopremedright.com – Buy a t-shirt while there are supplies! OldPreMeds.org Listen to our first episode at OPMPodcast.com/1 to find out more about who we are. Find us on iTunes and go to opmpodcast.com/itunes and leave us a rating and review. Check out MedEdMedia.com for all the shows that we produce including the Medical School Headquarter...
Jan 06, 2016•22 min•Ep. 163
Ryan goes through the big changes in 2015 and talks about the top 7 podcast episodes of the year. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out MedEdMedia.com for what’s to come in the future here at the Medical School Headquarters. If you wish to contribute articles, you can have them posted on the Medical Headquarters School website by visiting www.medicalschoolhq.net/contribute to sign up on the list. Session 121 – 7 Reasons Premeds Don’t Get Into Medical School Session 127 – The...
Dec 30, 2015•28 min•Ep. 162
Ryan discusses the 5 most common mistakes he sees when reviewing personal statements. One of the most common is not giving yourself enough time. Take a listen! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Personal Statement Writing Course to help you tell your story. Related episode: What Should Nontrads Focus on in Their Personal Statements? Related episode: Stop Wasting Space in Your Personal Statement and ECs . Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practi...
Dec 23, 2015•27 min•Ep. 161
Ryan is joined by Dr. Adele Wolfson, a biochemistry professor at Wellesley College. They discuss the liberal arts and how beneficial they can be to everything! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Dr. Wolfson’s essay “Science Matters” Dr. Wolfson’s study “The Liberal Education of STEM Majors” Related episode: Pros and Cons of the Liberal Arts for Premed Students Related episode: All About FlexMed (Formerly “HuMed,” Humanities in Medicine) Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, an...
Dec 16, 2015•40 min•Ep. 160
Allison and Ryan answer questions sent in from listeners like you! We talk about the HPSP scholarship, "what are my chances?" and talk about our new projects! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post MSHQ Episode 75: What Are My Chances of Getting into Med School? Next Step Test Prep : Get one-on-one tutoring for the MCAT and maximize your score. Get $50 off their tutoring program when you mention that you heard about this on the podcast or through the MSHQ website. Hang out with us over...
Dec 09, 2015•28 min•Ep. 159
Dr. Paddy Barrett is a physician and host of The Doctor Paradox podcast where he digs into why physicians are struggling staying happy in an amazing profession. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out Paddy’s website The Doctor Paradox or connect with him on Facebook and Twitter @paradox_doctor . Paddy’s good reads: Victor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for ...
Dec 01, 2015•33 min•Ep. 158
Amanda shares her story of wanting to be a PA, to learning what a DO physicain is and her journey to now being a first year osteopathic medical student. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed information. Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes: medicalschoolhq.net/itunes and leave us a review there! Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which include...
Nov 25, 2015•41 min•Ep. 157
Daniel Wrenne is a certified financial planner and works directly with medical students and residents to help them maximize their financial situations. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Know more about student loans and visit Daniel’s website at www.wrennefinancial.com and check out their blog. Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed information. Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and wh...
Nov 19, 2015•36 min•Ep. 156
Jayme is currently junior in undergrad and has an early acceptance to the ATSU Still Scholars Early Acceptance Program! That means no MCAT! Take a listen. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post MSHQ 074 : 1st Year of Medical School For A Non-Traditional Premed Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Hang out with us over at medicalschoolhq.net/group . Click join and we’ll add you up to ...
Nov 10, 2015•26 min•Ep. 155
Saidat joins us to talk about her traditional journey to medical school which ended with her having two acceptances - one from a MD and one from a DO school. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes: medicalschoolhq.net/itunes and leave us a review there! Next Step Test Prep : Get one-on-one tutoring for the ...
Nov 04, 2015•28 min•Ep. 154
Chris Thompson is currently a 4th year medical student and YouTuber helping others on their medical school journey. Listen to the show to hear the path he took! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out Chris’ YouTube Channel: Student Doctor Thompson Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed infor...
Oct 28, 2015•33 min•Ep. 153
Dr. Rivera joins us once again, this time to talk about the Multiple Mini Interview - also known as the MMI. We discuss everything you need to know to maximize your MMI! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Check out my book about the medical school interview: The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview . Related episode: Do I Have to Know Laws or Specific Medicine for the MMI? Related episode: What Should I Do If I’m Faced with a Hard MMI Scenario? Need MCAT Prep? Sa...
Oct 22, 2015•34 min•Ep. 152
Dr. Strong has a very successful Youtube channel helping those in medicine understand some very difficult topics. He shares his top tips for premeds! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Eric’s YouTube Channel: Strong Medicine 10 Things Every PreMed Should Know About Becoming a Doctor Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed information. Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes ...
Oct 14, 2015•42 min•Ep. 151
Ryan and Allison talk about what the podcast has brought to us as physicians and how thankful we are for each and everyone of you for taking time to listen! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Get us free on your device. Subscribe and listen to new episodes each week. Visit www.medicalschoolhq.net/listen Hang out with us over at medicalschoolhq...
Oct 07, 2015•19 min•Ep. 150
Dr. Daniel Paull is an authoer and current Ortho resident who chronicled his journey and the tips and tricks he learned along the way in his book! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out Daniel’s book on Amazon . Related episode: What Do the First Two Years of Medical School Look Like? Related episode: Welcome to Your 3rd Year of Medical School . Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by using promo code “MSHQ” for 10% off Next Step full-leng...
Sep 30, 2015•31 min•Ep. 149
Dr. Antonio Webb is a current Ortho resident and author of Overcoming the Odds. He shares his story of overcoming his odds and becoming what he is today. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed information, articles, and stories. Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes: medicalschoolhq.net/itunes and leave us a review there! Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT...
Sep 23, 2015•27 min•Ep. 148
Ryan digs through the emails and Facebook posts to find the questions that you need to hear the answers to. If you have questions, check out our group. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Premed Playbook series of books (available on Amazon) , with installments on the personal statement , the medical school interview , and the MCAT . Related episode: Premed Q&A: All Your Instagram Questions Answered! Related episode: Premed Q&A: Pregnancy, Canadian Students, and...
Sep 16, 2015•24 min•Ep. 147
We discuss the common mistakes that he has seen during mock interviews with premed students. Learn from other's and be prepared for your med school interview! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my book about the medical school interview: The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview . Related episode: Preparing for the Medical School Interview . Related episode: Medical Ethics Questions You Can Expect in Your Interviews . Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, cla...
Sep 09, 2015•28 min•Ep. 146
Premed collaboration at it's finest. We jumped on Blab to talk with premeds about their questions and struggles. We talked about the MCAT, GPA and so much more! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post For more premed Q&A, check out my podcast Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A . Related episode: What Kind of Job Should I Get Before Applying to Medical School? Related episode: Taking a Gap Year Before Medical School: Should You Do It? Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-len...
Sep 02, 2015•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 145
Ashley joins Ryan to talk about her dedicated path to medical school. Now a medical student, she overcame 2 cycles of rejection, 2 masters, and a baby! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Get us free on your device. Subscribe and listen to new episodes each week. Visit www.medicalschoolhq.net/listen Hang out with us over at medicalschoolhq.net/...
Aug 26, 2015•59 min•Ep. 144
Ryan talk to Silvia about her LONG journey to medical school, including taking 11 years to complete her premed studies, battling depression and more! Listen now! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Hang out with us over at medicalschoolhq.net/group . Click join and we’ll add you up to our private Facebook group. Share your successes and miserie...
Aug 19, 2015•40 min•Ep. 143
Ryan talks about his frustrations with how some premed students rank what medical schools they are applying to. He breaks down one of the more popular lists. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post U.S. News and World Report medical school rankings methodology Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Visit our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed informa...
Aug 12, 2015•26 min•Ep. 142
Ryan answers questions that were sent in by listeners like you! Calculating your premed GPA, raising your GPA after you have graduated, and MCAT prep are some. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips and tricks to help you maximize your MCAT score and which also includes discount codes for MCAT prep. Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed information. New issue published every 2 months! Next St...
Aug 05, 2015•21 min•Ep. 141
Ryan and Allison talk about some major changes in their lives which will affect the Medical School Headquarters. They also answer some premed questions! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Get us free on your device. Subscribe and listen to new episodes each week. Visit www.medicalschoolhq.net/listen Hang out with us over at medicalschoolhq.net/group . Click join and we’ll add you up to our private Facebook group. Share your successes and miseries with the rest of us. Listen to our ...
Jul 29, 2015•40 min•Ep. 140
Ryan is joined by Frank, who spent the last five years working full-time as an engineer, and working on his premed postbac. He starts med school this year! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes: medicalschoolhq.net/itunes and leave us a review there! Get us free on your device. Subscribe and listen to new...
Jul 22, 2015•41 min•Ep. 139
Melissa, a non-trad, shares her journey as a burnt out premed to yoga instructor and world traveler to gaining acceptance to medical school starting this year. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Download our free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Next Step Test Prep : Get one-on-one tutoring for the MCAT and maximize your score. Get $50 off their tutoring program when you mention ...
Jul 15, 2015•51 min•Ep. 138
Bryan from Next Step Test Prep joins us to talk about his experiences taking the new MCAT 2015. He received a 44 on the old one, and did just as well this time! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Check out our partner magazine, www.premedlife.com to learn more about awesome premed information. Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Next Step Test Prep : Get one-on-one tutoring for...
Jul 08, 2015•45 min•Ep. 137
Bailey from Elite Medical Scribes joins the podcast to talk about what a medical scribe is and how you, the premed, can benefit immensely from the experience! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Premed Playbook series of books (available on Amazon) , with installments on the personal statement , the medical school interview , and the MCAT . Related episode: The Struggle with Consistency in Shadowing and Volunteering Related post: Premed Clinical Experience: Shadowing vs...
Jul 01, 2015•25 min•Ep. 136
Brian talks about his long journey to medical school that includes 4 applications cycles and 9 MCAT tests! Listen to what he has learned on his path. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Premed Playbook series of books (available on Amazon) , with installments on the personal statement , the medical school interview , and the MCAT . Related episode: MCAT Retakes: Change and Improve to Get the Score You Want . Related episode: 54-year-old Med Student Overcame 5 MCATs, Re...
Jun 24, 2015•38 min•Ep. 135
