Today’s episode is a special one as I’m sharing with you a talk I gave at the University of Florida for their AMSA Premed Club Meeting. I touch on topics like crafting your personal story, medical school interview tips, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
Dec 11, 2019•41 min•Ep. 367
My guests are the Short Coat Podcast's David Etler and med students from Carver College of Medicine. We'll talk about their journeys to medicine and so much more.
Dec 11, 2019•41 min•Ep. 368
Dr. Crawford is passionate about empowering women in medicine. She is going to tell us all about resilience, balance, and sorting through the misinformation. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Follow Natalie on Instagram @NatalieCrawfordMD . Check out Natalie’s podcast, As a Woman NatalieCrawfordMD.com...
Nov 27, 2019•40 min•Ep. 366
" Today's episode features Ryan's address to a live audience at UC Davis! Couldn't make the conference? Tune in for a great conversation and Q&A session!" Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media UC Davis Pre-Health Conference Premed.tv @medicalschoolhq Congressional Dish podcast The Health Care Handbook AppExpenses.com Fee Assistance Program (FAP) FindShadowing.com...
Nov 20, 2019•55 min•Ep. 365
Dr. Fajgenbaum is both researcher and participant in the quest to cure his own devastating disease. How does this inspiring doctor stay motivated? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Chasing My Cure by Dr. David Fajgenbaum Castleman Disease Collaborative Network (CDCN) Sirolimus in Previously Treated Idiopathic Multicentric Castleman Disease...
Nov 13, 2019•38 min•Ep. 364
Nathan's story takes us through criminal justice, being a first responder, and a low GPA. His admission to medical school will motivate and inspire you. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Speak Up Podcast by Matthew Dicks #respecttheMCAT premed.tv...
Nov 06, 2019•44 min•Ep. 363
Sabina, better known as @thecurlymed on Instagram, shares her amazing journey to medical school. We'll also talk about advising, postbacs, and LGBTQ identity. Links: Full episode blog post Meded Media Follow Sabina on Instagram @thecurlymed
Oct 30, 2019•33 min•Ep. 362
Will shares his story of failing to get into med school two times before finally earning his acceptance. He thinks it's grades, I wonder if it's something else. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
Oct 23, 2019•38 min•Ep. 361
So you've been put on the waitlist. What now? Here are some tips for continuing to stand out while respecting individual school policies. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedScholarship.com Application Renovation ( Click here to apply .)...
Oct 16, 2019•27 min•Ep. 360
What do adcoms look at first? What do they do with the data you give them? On this episode, I'll talk about the adcom's perspective on your application. Links: Full Episode Blog Post ApplicationRenovation.com Apply to Application Renovation SecondaryApps.com PMY 35: How to Fix Your Medical School Application After Starting Premed Poorly PMY 356: Why Aren’t These Med School Applicants Getting Interviews? The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement...
Oct 09, 2019•28 min•Ep. 359
Today's topics include disadvantaged status, the MD/PhD, MCAT stress, and more! Ryan takes on your questions from the Medical School HQ Facebook Hangout. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Medical School HQ Facebook Hangout PremedShirts.com The Premed Playbook: Gude to the Medical School Personal Statement Episode 356 on the biggest mistake students make in their application Episode 269 on Imposter’s Syndrome ApplicationRenovation.com FindShadowing.com The MCAT Podcast MCAT CARS Podcast CU Wilderness...
Oct 02, 2019•30 min•Ep. 358
Over the last 7 years, MSHQ has grown from one website to a whole media company with 12 podcasts, 3 books, and so many resources, most people don't know about! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Next Step Test Prep Jack Westin University of Colorado Wildnerness Medicine Program (Text WILDMED to 44222 to get a link.) Instagram: @medicalschoolhq Email me: [email protected] Tools: MedicalSchoolHQ.net Applications Cost Estimator Secondary Apps UpdateSecondaries.com GPA Calculator MedSc...
Sep 25, 2019•25 min•Ep. 357
What's one of the biggest mistakes made by medical school applicants? Let's take a hard look at clinical experience and your motivations for med school! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Renovation Apply to Application Renovation PMY 241: Third Application Cycle was a Charm for This Premed PMY 171: Reapplying to Med School: What You Need to Know to Improve AAMC Applicant and Matriculant Data Premed Assessment The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement...
Sep 18, 2019•23 min•Ep. 356
Ryan and Allison discuss the very common question about medical school and how hard it is. Do you have to be really smart to get through? Hint: You Can Do It! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Med Diaries FindShadowing.com Episode 251: Dating in Medical School: What You Need to Know Episode 07: 10 Traits You Need to Succeed in Medical School Check out Allison’s upcoming podcast: HealMyConcussion.com University of Colorado Wilderness Medicine Program Text WILDMED to 44222 and get a link t...
Sep 11, 2019•38 min•Ep. 355
LizzyM is just an equation. How do you fit your history, experiences, struggles, triumphs, and trends into that equation? Spoiler: You can't. Tune in for more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media LizzyM PMY 342 with Dr. Sunny Nakae: Discussing the Application Cycle with an Admissions Expert...
Sep 04, 2019•41 min•Ep. 354
How do you study for the MCAT, and how do you know your prep is working for you? Introducing Next Step's Rachel Grubbs, who is here to tell us more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post 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 MCAT Podcast Episode 158 with Rachel Grubbs The Premed Years Podcast Medic...
Aug 28, 2019•43 min•Ep. 353
From a small HBCU to emergency medicine to organizing conferences, Alden joins me to talk about encouraging and supporting underrepresented minorities in medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Tour for Diversity Find out more about Tour for Diversity on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Reach out to Alden on Twitter @AMLandryMD and he can help you connect with people. Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)...
Aug 21, 2019•46 min•Ep. 352
When Annita moved to Canada, she realized she was ready for a new start. She takes us through her journey from nursing, to the MCAT, to a Canadian medical school. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
Aug 14, 2019•50 min•Ep. 351
Dr. Makary is a world-renowned surgeon and author. He joins me to talk about the purpose of medicine, the medical establishment, and how to be consciously disruptive. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Price We Pay: What Broke American Healthcare – and How to Fix It by Dr. Marty Makary Restoring Medicine Iora Health ChenMed Oak Street Health PubMed.org Connect with me on Twitter @medicalschoolhq...
Aug 07, 2019•53 min•Ep. 350
Carle Illinois College of Medicine has no interview and a unique secondary application process. Heather Wright is the Director of Recruitment, and she's here to tell us why. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Carle Illinois Homepage Carle Illinois Admissions Carle Illinois Before You Apply (with admissions requirements) PMY Episode 256: A Look at Carle Illinois College of Medicine with Dean Li Am I Disadvantaged? Meded Media Check out the 2020 NAAHP Conference in New Orleans , where Carle Illinois wi...
Jul 31, 2019•48 min•Ep. 349
Dr. Reno is a professor of emergency medicine and mentor. Today we cover all things shadowing, from finding opportunities, to saying "thank you"! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media FindShadowing.com Check out our previous episode with Dr. Elaine Reno on Episode 279 Wilderness Medicine Course ( To know more about the Wilderness Medicine Program, text WILDMED to 44222 and get a link right on your phone.)...
Jul 24, 2019•48 min•Ep. 348
Santiago is a first generation immigrant. He joins me to talk about being inspired by global health, doing a postbac, and leveling the playing field for applicants. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview MCATSelfPrep.com...
Jul 17, 2019•44 min•Ep. 347
Christian Essman is Director of Admissions at Case Western Reserve Universtity SOM and podcaster. He joins me to talk admissions process, transparency, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media All Access: Med School Admissions Listen to All Access: Med School Admissions Podcast on iTunes , Spotify , and Stitcher. Lifebanc The Undifferentiated Medical Student Podcast with Ian Drummond...
Jul 10, 2019•50 min•Ep. 346
Robert made the decision to pursue medicine at the age of 40. He discusses his path to an acceptance, having children as a premed, mentors, support systems, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Moonwalking with Einstein by Joshua Foer The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview University of Colorado School of Medicine’s Wilderness Medicine Program (promo code MSHQ)...
Jul 03, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 345
Today Rosie joins me to discuss the difficult parts of her premed journey, mentorship, burnout, and why she chose to make the transition to academic medicine! Links: Full Episode Blog Post @thefemaledoc Meded Media MedicalSchoolHQ YouTube Channel Secondaryapps.com Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg...
Jun 26, 2019•43 min•Ep. 344
Mila went from majoring in politics to nursing to premed all while overcoming health issues that pushed her premed journey back. Take a listen to this inspiring episode! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Facebook Premed Hangout The Premed Handbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview...
Jun 19, 2019•41 min•Ep. 343
Today Sunny joins me to discuss and give advice on mistakes applicants make, personal statements, premed advisors, and more! This is an episode you don't want to miss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post www.findshadowing.com Meded Media Read Sunny’s blog: Tough Love for Your Personal Statement: Advice from a Medical School Dean Read her other blogs on Reflective MedEd . Follow Sunny on Twitter @DrNakae and find out more about Sunny here ....
Jun 12, 2019•39 min•Ep. 342
Noy is an international student from Israel who was accepted to medical school in the US. Today we talk about each step of her journey and how she prepared for it! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
Jun 05, 2019•50 min•Ep. 341
One of Erica's biggest obstacles to overcome on her journey to medical school was her self doubt. Today we discuss the obstacles she faced and how she overcame them! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
May 29, 2019•48 min•Ep. 340
Edleda struggled with organic chemistry and at times the class made her doubt if she could do this. Today she discusses overcoming ochem and finding balance as a premed. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media
May 22, 2019•49 min•Ep. 339