Today Anna joins me today to discuss the processes behind healthcare delivery. We talk about why process improvement matters and what you can do to learn about it! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Lehigh University Meded Media Book recommendations: The Innovator’s Prescription: A Disruptive Solution for Health Care by Clayton M. Christensen The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt PCAST Report 2014...
May 15, 2019•41 min•Ep. 338
Dr. Puder is a psychiatrist who joins me today to discuss test anxiety and ways to combat test anxiety. Listen in to make sure you always test your best! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast Follow David on Instagram @dr.davidpuder...
May 08, 2019•40 min•Ep. 337
Phil is a top tutor at Next Step Test Prep and has personally performed well on the old and new MCAT. Today he shares his strategies for studying for Psych/Soc. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Next Step Test Prep (Promo Code: MSHQ to save $50 off the MCAT course) MCATCourseReview.com...
May 01, 2019•48 min•Ep. 336
Austin didn't have perfect grades, had two low MCAT scores, and gained an acceptance. I always say that you do not need to be perfect, Austin exemplifies that. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Episode 261: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to First Year Medical Student Episode 254: MD vs PA! Let’s Talk About It with a PA to Help You Decide...
Apr 24, 2019•40 min•Ep. 335
When you walk into your medical school interview, if you're not prepared for specific types of questions, it may throw you off completely. Let's talk about them! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media
Apr 17, 2019•23 min•Ep. 334
Emma is Canadian, played D1 basketball in the US, and then went to Ross for medical school. She takes us through her journey and shares helpful tips for Canadian students! Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY Session 303: How Can I Prepare for the CASPer? Emma on Instagram @d1todr Checkout Emma’s YouTube Channel OSAP...
Apr 10, 2019•48 min•Ep. 333
The medical school multiple mini interview lessons subjectivity during the interview day, but make sure you don't make these mistakes during your MMI! Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY 152: The MMI: Everything You Need to Know About the Multiple Mini Interview CASPer test [email protected]...
Apr 03, 2019•25 min•Ep. 332
Whether you're applying to medical school this year, or later, we're going to discuss what you should be doing to help your medical school applications. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network Next Step Test Prep’s Medical School Admissions Consulting www.FindShadowing.com Interfolio [email protected] The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Check out Medical School HQ’s personal statement editing service www.SecondaryApps.com...
Mar 27, 2019•28 min•Ep. 331
David had to take do postbac at a community college to be able to work full-time. He was asked why, but he was still able to receive multiple acceptances. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network Premed Hangout Group
Mar 20, 2019•34 min•Ep. 330
I had the awesome privilege to talk at the 2019 AMSA Convention to an awesome group of premed students. I wanted to share the encouragement with all of you. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network 2019 AMSA Convention Premed Fest AMSA The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Specialty Stories The OldPreMeds Podcast The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview...
Mar 13, 2019•54 min•Ep. 329
Janet is a nurse who switched to the premed path a few years ago. Listen to how she overcame a 499 on the MCAT and advocated for herself during the app process! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network
Mar 06, 2019•45 min•Ep. 328
Jeff was an accomplished college athlete, but struggled to gain an acceptance to medical school his first two times. Listen to how he finally found success! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network
Feb 27, 2019•46 min•Ep. 327
Amanda had to apply to med school twice. We talk about her premed path, her first application, her struggles, and how she succeeded and received 3 acceptances. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network MSAR (Medical School Admission Requirements) Medical Schools Applications Cost Estimator The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview...
Feb 20, 2019•39 min•Ep. 326
When you go to an international med school, including the Caribbean, there are many steps you must take to practice in the US, including going through ECFMG. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network ECFMG Accreditation 2023 Initiative World Directory of Medical Schools ECFMG medical school selection guide USMLE website ECFMG requirements NRMP match data...
Feb 13, 2019•32 min•Ep. 325
SHPEP, or the Summer Health Professions Education Program, is a free summer program for underrepresented premed students at twelve locations throughout the US. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Summer Health Professions Education Program [email protected] AAMC...
Feb 06, 2019•36 min•Ep. 324
Madeleine struggled early & got some bad advising which caused her to doubt her abilities to get to medical school. A pivot to physical therapy didn't work out. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Secondaryapps.com Follow me on Instagram @medicalschoolhq Next Step Test Prep Interfolio...
Jan 30, 2019•39 min•Ep. 323
The personal statement is such an important part of the application, yet many students don't respect it enough. Today, I'm taking your questions about it. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Personal Statement Course...
Jan 23, 2019•32 min•Ep. 322
We had a ton of questions come in from you on Instagram, covering letters of rec, shadowing, research, and so much more. Follow me on IG—I'm @medicalschoolhq. Links: Full Episode Blog Post @medicalschoolhq AAMC’s letter of recommendation writer’s guide 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 ! The ...
Jan 16, 2019•40 min•Ep. 321
Justin is a former military special operations medic who grew a stronger fascination with taking care of patients. Now he has multiple acceptances to med school. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network Medical School HQ Services 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 !...
Jan 09, 2019•42 min•Ep. 320
Matt is a premed with multiple acceptances to med school, even with a big red flag on his application—a DUI. Learn what happened and how he talked about it. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network Medical School Application Cost Estimator The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview Premed Hangout group Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin...
Jan 02, 2019•36 min•Ep. 319
Lawson is the executive director at Atlantis, a leading global healthcare experience fellowship that gives you the chance to explore other healthcare systems. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Atlantis MedEd Media Network
Dec 26, 2018•40 min•Ep. 318
Kathleen is an expert in helping premeds and medical students better prepare for their exams. With her evidenced-based practice, she'll help you too. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Study with Precision (Kathleen’s website) Kathleen’s books: Study Without Stress Vital Skills Six Steps to College Success MedEd Media Network Clutch Prep Khan Academy Cheggs Quizlet Anki...
Dec 19, 2018•47 min•Ep. 317
I reached out to our amazing premed community in the Premed Hangout Facebook group and got on the phone with several of them to answer their questions! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Premed Hangout Facebook Group Join the scholarship essay contest ! Texas Academic Fresh Start Program Next Step Test Prep MSAR...
Dec 12, 2018•34 min•Ep. 316
The medical school application is a long and grueling process. If you've been rejected, haven't heard anything, or are confused, listen to this podcast episode! Links: Full Episode Blog Post BoardVitals [email protected] Facebook Premed Hangout MedEd Media Network The MCAT Podcast OldPreMeds Podcast MCAT CARS Podcast Session 171: Reapplying to Med School – What You Need to Know to Improve Session 231: Third Application Cycle was a Charm for this Premed! The Premed Playbook: Guide to Medica...
Dec 05, 2018•29 min•Ep. 315
Jackie is jackieplans on Instagram. She has a following watching her journey through medical school as she creates beautiful notes that you can buy. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Follow me on @medicalschoolhq Follow Jackie @jackieplans on Instagram. PMY 174: Academically Dismissed to Medical School Acceptance Google Keep AAMC’s Fee Assistance Program The White Coat Investor Join the Scholarship!...
Nov 28, 2018•1 hr•Ep. 314
Adrienne is in her 3rd year of her MD/PhD program and things are getting easier. She's the mom of 3, a Vet, and an amazing example of striving for your dreams. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Follow Adrienne on Instagram @ssg.to.mdphd . MedEd Media Network The MCAT CARS Podcast Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story Pat Tillman Foundation...
Nov 21, 2018•48 min•Ep. 313
Dan, from FutureMDlife on Instagram, joined me to talk about his journey and struggles on his path to medical school as well as his Instagram journey. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Follow @medicalschoolhq on Instagram. Follow Dan on Instagram @FutureMDlife . Follow Steve on Instagram @premedmotivation . MedEd Media Network...
Nov 14, 2018•34 min•Ep. 312
Examkrackers Janis Stott joined me to talk about the common misconceptions she sees from students about the MCAT. We also talk about EKs new MCAT Hotline. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Examkrackers Examkrackers Hotline
Nov 07, 2018•51 min•Ep. 311
Jack Westin was featured in Session 259 almost one year ago. Now we've launched the MCAT CARS Podcast and it's going to change the way you prep for the MCAT. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MCAT CARS Podcast Jack Westin PMY Session 259: How Can I Improve My CARS Section Score on the MCAT? MedEd Media Network Jack Westin’s MCAT Question of the Day Save $100 by going to the Jack Westin site for the coupon to be automatically activated. Or text CARSCOUPON to 44222....
Oct 31, 2018•37 min•Ep. 310
The medical school interview can make or break your chance at an acceptance. Don't walk in unprepared. Check out these questions that students struggle with. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network The MCAT CARS Podcast The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Personal Statement The Premed Playbook: Guide to the MCAT PMY 233: 5 Common Med School Interview Questions and How to Answer Them Facebook Hangout Group The Healthcare Handbook ...
Oct 24, 2018•32 min•Ep. 309