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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

458: Am I Too Old To Get a College Degree and be a Doctor?

Today, I set the record straight on one of the most common questions I hear from students—am I too old to become a doctor? Listen for my answer! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The OldPreMeds Podcast Nontrad Premed Forum...

Sep 01, 202115 minEp. 458

457: Don't Lose Your Career Over a Bad Social Media Decision

Marketing yourself as a physician is going to be a huge part of our lives in today’s day and age. But sometimes, that can go awry. Today, I talk about what premeds, medical students, residents, doctors, and pretty much anyone in the medical care field should be thinking of before posting something online or on social media. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media...

Aug 26, 202110 minEp. 457

456: Live Q&A on MCAT Prep Strategies, Med School Apps & More!

In this week's IG Q&A, I'm joined by Dorothy from Blueprint MCAT. We discuss application timing, MCAT prep strategies, coursework, and so much more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Instagram: @medicalschoolhq Mappd (Use the promo code: 30DAYSFREE)...

Aug 18, 20211 hrEp. 456

454: MCAT Diagnostics, Sommelier Hobby, Caregiving and More Q&A!

In our episode today we deal with a lot of self-doubt, talk about MCAT diagnostic timing, HPSP, and even more! Come join us and learn. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Instagram: @medicalschoolhq The MCAT Podcast Mappd HPSP...

Aug 04, 202150 minEp. 454

452: Your Premed Questions Answered: MCAT, Step 1, and More!

This week, I talked with some of you to answer your questions about GPA, research, extracurricular, gap years, how to show your academic capabilities, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Meded Media @medicalschoolhq The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview AMCAS Course Classification Guide...

Jul 21, 202153 minEp. 452

450: 5 MCATS, 4 App Cycles, a Masters, Postbac & 3 Acceptances!

This week, we're celebrating 450 episodes! James took the MCAT 5xs and applied 4xs, and got 3 acceptances! How did he overcome pressure and obstacles? Listen! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Tour for Diversity in Medicine...

Jul 07, 202146 minEp. 450

449: Transforming the Way You Learn One Sketch at a Time

Wouldn't it be great if you could learn science content effortlessly in a exciting, visual way? Sketchy's co-founders joins me today to talk about Sketchy MCAT. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Sketchy MCAT Blueprint MCAT The Premed Years Podcast Session 265: Learn How to Better Retain Information with a Memory Master Video of the pancake eating analogy on YouTube...

Jun 30, 202144 minEp. 449

448: Premed Q&A With Dr. Gray on SMPs, MCAT, Canada, and more!

This week, I got to do Q&A with premeds which I love doing. I answered questions from students around the country and even from Canada. Listen now to learn more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement...

Jun 24, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 448

447: When Should I Give Up?

This week, we are doing something a little different. Based on some recent events, I decided to talk about plan Bs and when you should quit the premed journey. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Follow us on Instagram @medicalschoolhq

Jun 16, 202124 minEp. 447

446: Live Premed Q&A on GPA, Applications, and So Much More!

It is application season, and I answer all your premed questions. Listen now to learn more about application, shadowing, LORS, and so much more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Catch us on Instagram @medicalschoolhq The MCAT Podcast eShadowing The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process Sign up for our Application Academy which will open next year! CASPer The Premed Years Session 303: How Can I Prepare for the CASPer, What is CASPer and More www.nationalpremedd...

Jun 09, 202124 minEp. 446

445: Everything You Need to Know About Secondary Applications

In this week's Inside Med Admissions, Dr. Wright leads a panel discussing secondary applications with several med school associate deans from TTUHSC and VCOM. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) insidemedadmissions.com...

Jun 02, 202159 minEp. 445

443: Rapid-Fire Premed Questions Answered With an MCAT Veteran

Hunter (from Blueprint MCAT and The MCAT Podcast) and I had a great time answering questions from IG premeds! Topics include MCAT, app timeline, GPA, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Follow us on Instagram @medicalschoolhq Mappd Blueprint MCAT Blueprint's live online course AAMC materials Blueprint's Study Planner The MCAT Podcast The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process secondaryapps.com Medical School Application Cost Estimator digit.co...

May 19, 20211 hrEp. 443

442: Directors of Admissions Answers All Your LOR Questions

In this Inside Med Admissions session, we discuss everything you need to know about LOR with 3 great guests: Leila Amiri, Kristen Anderson, and Joel Daboub! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process Blueprint MCAT Inside Med Admissions Mappd AAMC guidelines for letters of recommendation...

May 12, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 442

441: An Immigrant's Story of Multiple Acceptances & Scholarships

I'm joined by a student who came to the US, acclimated to the culture, and found the strength to excel in her postbac and succeed during the application cycle. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Application Academy Insight Timer Headspace...

May 05, 202144 minEp. 441

440: MCAT Tips and Strategies From a 522 MCAT Scorer

Today, I have Alex, a Blueprint MCAT Instructor and MCAT Podcast guest. We discussed self-learning MCAT content, tips to be a successful MCAT taker, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT The MCAT Podcast...

Apr 28, 202135 minEp. 440

439: Q&A Session on LORs, MCAT, CASPer, Applications, and More!

In this week's IG Q&A, I answered many questions about DO Schools, International Applicants, extracurriculars, and so much more! Listen now to learn more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process Follow us on IG @medicalschoolhq Blueprint MCAT Mappd Application Renovation The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Interfolio HPSP Scholarship MSAR PMY437 Choose DO Explorer...

Apr 21, 202152 minEp. 439

438: How is COVID-19 Impacting Med School Admissions in 2021?

Today, we have the first episode of Inside Med Admissions with host Dr. Scott Wright. We had 3 great guests join us to discuss admissions during the pandemic. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media medschoolapplicationbook.com Application Renovation Blueprint MCAT Mappd Inside Med Admissions AAMC VITA CASPer Altus Assessments TMDSAS Core Competencies...

Apr 14, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 438

437: How to Build the Ultimate Med School List

Joanne Snapp is a pre-health advisor and former medical school admission director. Today, we talked about the Dos and Donts of building a medical school list. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd medschoolapplicationbook.com Application Renovation MSAR Specialty Stories...

Apr 07, 202139 minEp. 437

436: Rapid Fire Questions and Answers With Instagram Premeds

This week, I answered many premed and nontrad questions with everything from clinical experience, in-person vs eshadowing, MCAT prep, LOR, and so much more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media medschoolapplicationbook.com Application Renovation Mappd American Osteopathic Association (AOA) The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Blueprint MCAT Jack Westin The Premed Playbook: Guide to The Medical School Interview The Premed Playbook: Guide to The Medical School Application Process The Premed...

Mar 31, 202144 minEp. 436

435: This 3x International Applicant is Going to Medical School

Lydiah is an international student from Kenya who was accepted into a US med school. Today, we talk all about her struggles, determination, and successes! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Kenyatta National Hospital Zawadi Africa Education Fund Roanoke College Health Professions Scholarship Program Blueprint MCAT The MCAT Podcast...

Mar 24, 202147 minEp. 435

434: The Medical School Admission Process is Not A Competition

The premed and admissions process is not a competition. There isn't one winner and one loser. Stop competing with your classmates and you'll see that 1+1= > 2! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Hangout...

Mar 17, 202111 minEp. 434

433: Premed Questions on Applications, MCAT, Shadowing, and More

For today's episode, I do a deep-dive Instagram Q&A to answer your questions. We covered everything from military scholarships, match lists, the MCAT, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Years Podcast Session 432 : Breaking Down The U.S. News and World Report Specialty Stories podcast episode 24 : Interview with Forensic Pathologist Dr. Judy Melinek The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process Mappd Mappd.tv Premed.tv eshadowing.com HPSP Wor...

Mar 10, 202143 minEp. 433

432: Breaking Down the US News Medical School Rankings Report

Today, I break down the methodology behind the US News rankings of medical schools. Should the rankings help you decide what medical school is good or not? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT U.S. News and World Report’s rankings of medical schools...

Mar 03, 202124 minEp. 432

431: Q&A With a Former Dean of Admissions and TMDSAS Director

Dr. Scott Wright joins me for a live Q&A to answer questions on clinical hours, personal statements, GPA median, financial aid in medical school, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Mappd Application Renovation Am I Ready to Take the MCAT? MSAR Mappd.tv...

Feb 24, 202157 minEp. 431

430: Answering All of Your Burning Premed Questions

Today, we talk about declaring minors, starting clubs, MCAT, applications, taking the nurse to doctor path, shadowing, factors in choosing med school, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Prep Thomas Frank’s YouTube channel The MCAT CARS Podcast...

Feb 17, 202134 minEp. 430

429: Premed Breaking News: Baylor Moves From AMCAS to TMDSAS

Baylor College of Medicine recently switched from AMCAS to TMDSAS. Listen to learn about the differences between the two application services. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media TMDSAS AMCAS MSAR TMDSAS Matching Process Inside Health Education podcast Blueprint MCAT Prep...

Feb 10, 202141 minEp. 429
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