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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

MappdCon22: Underrepresented in Science & Medicine

In this session, we will talk about what it means to be underrepresented in science and medicine. Please welcome Ms. Jasmine Brown! She is a current 3rd year medical student at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, an advocate for supporting minority students in their path towards health and science, & the author of the upcoming book, Twice As Hard!

Dec 05, 202230 min

509: The Hardest Thing about Medical School...From an MS4

A med student on their way to residency shares their experiences as a premed and the dedication it took to stay on the right track and set herself up for success. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Years Podcast Session 362: The @thecurlymed Shares Her Journey to Medical School IG: @thecurlymed Blueprint MCAT...

Nov 30, 202236 minEp. 509

MappdCon22: What is Medical School Actually Like?

Want to know what medical school is actually like? These four medical students are in different phases of their medical school programs and will provide you with their perspective based on their experience. On our panel we have...Emamoke Stephen Odafe is an MS1 at the Uniformed Services University of the Health and Sciences. Sarah Bradley, an MS2 at the Medical University of South Carolina. Luke Hendrix, an MS3 at UT Health San Antonio, MD program. And Yunus Tekin, a 4th year DO medical student ...

Nov 18, 202244 min

MappdCon22: Ask Mappd

As you've been listening to today's speakers, we're sure you have some pre-health questions you want answered. It's time to Ask Mappd! This is live Q&A on any topic with some of the members of the Mappd Advising Team!

Nov 11, 202241 min

Understanding Med School Application Services from MappdCon22

To kick off our day, we will talk through how to understand application systems with the current Director of TMDSAS, Enrique Jasso Jr, & the Assistant Director of Application Services & Digital Outreach at AACOM, Taylor Jaczko.

Nov 04, 202248 min

506: Navigating the Premed Journey With Disabilities

My guest and I talk the premed journey and how to navigate having a disability as a premed. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT I Use a Wheelchair. And Yes, I'm Your Doctor...

Nov 02, 202242 minEp. 506

Preparing for the MCAT from MappdCon22

In this session, we'll focus on the MCAT. Let's hear from Hunter Enright, a premium MCAT tutor & instructor with Blueprint MCAT Prep, on how to best prepare yourself for this milestone exam!

Oct 21, 202242 min

PA vs MD/DO - How to Choose from MappdCon22

While similar, the physician and physician-assistant path are not completely the same. Let's talk with Savanna Perry, the founder of The PA Platform to learn about the PA path as well as how to decide which path is best for you!

Oct 14, 202247 min

503: The Stress of the Premed Process and How to Overcome

Varinia Grannum, one of our expert premed advisors at MSHQ joins us to talk about the stress and fear of failure that premeds have and how to overcome. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd.com (Use the referral code: VARINIA and get three months free of Mappd App Pro) Blueprint MCAT

Oct 12, 202236 minEp. 503

Telling Stories for Greater Connection from MappCon22

Storytelling is a powerful tool to support deeper and more meaningful relationships. But how do we tell good stories? Why should you care about stories on your path to becoming a physician? In this session, we will talk with Doctor Jeff Polish, a Storytelling Coach and the founder of the non-profit storytelling organization, The Monti in Durham, NC. Doctor Polish co-led a course on storytelling in medicine and health at Duke University.

Oct 07, 202243 min

502: Making The Most of Community College as an Immigrant

Tyra joins us today to talk about how she has made the most of her time in the states and in community college, networking and making the process easier all. Links: Full Episode Blog Post mcatscholarship.com Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

Oct 05, 202227 minEp. 502

Understanding Med School Application Services from MappdCon22

To kick off our day, we will talk through how to understand application systems with the current Director of TMDSAS, Enrique Jasso Jr, & the Assistant Director of Application Services & Digital Outreach at AACOM, Taylor Jaczko.

Sep 30, 202246 min

501: Premed Secrets from a Former Director of Admissions

Dr. Scott Wright is the former Director of Admissions at UT Southwestern. He used to run the entire TMDSAS system as well. He is now an advisor at Mappd. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Ask Mappd Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Sep 28, 202243 minEp. 501

500: My Biggest Hope for You to be Your Best Self

Dr. Gray celebrates 500 episodes today by having a heart-to-heart with you. He shares his thoughts on what he hopes you do every day as a premed and beyond. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Episode 230: Rejected From the Caribbean! Now with a US Acceptance! Episode 261: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to First-Year Medical Student Episode 256: A Look at Carle Illinois College of Medicine with Dr. King Li Episode 497: Med School Dean Shares Thoughts on Physician Innovators Mappd Meded Media Blueprint MCAT ...

Sep 22, 202228 minEp. 500

499: Technology and the Future of Medicine for Premeds

Dr. S. Scott Graham, author of The Doctor and the Algorithm, discusses tech in healthcare and what you can do to prepare yourself. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT The Doctor and the Algorithm by Dr. S. Scott Graham eShadowing.com Specialty Stories...

Sep 07, 202242 minEp. 499

498: Going Live with Dr. Gray

Join us as Dr. Gray answers your premed questions LIVE! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PMY437: How to Build the Ultimate Med School List Blueprint MCAT Carle Illinois College of Medicine...

Aug 24, 202257 minEp. 498

497: Med School Dean Shares Thoughts on Physician Innovators

Our guest today is the Dean of Carle Illinois College of Medicine, and we had a great conversation on what it means to be a physician innovator. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Carle Illinois College of Medicine...

Aug 17, 202245 minEp. 497

496: Answering MCAT Questions & More

Today, Hunter joins me on my Instagram live for an awesome Q&A session. Tune in to see if we answered your questions. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Aug 10, 202259 minEp. 496

495: Premed Questions: Answered!

Today we recap an Instagram live session I had where I had some great conversations with premeds and answered their questions. Join in to hear! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Ask Mappd Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Choose DO Explorer MSAR...

Aug 03, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 495

494: BTS of an Osteopathic Med School Admissions Office

Courtney Lewis recently left the role of Director of Admissions at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. Today we talk about some of the admissions process! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Jul 29, 202245 minEp. 494

493: Answering The Questions YOU'RE Asking About Being Premed

Today, I share an awesome Q&A session with my IG followers where I answer the top questions many premeds are asking. Tune in to see if I answer yours. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT IG: @medicalschoolhq...

Jul 13, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 493

492: A Q&A with Dr. Gray

Join us today for a recording of a live Q&A session to see if your questions get answered. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT IG: @medicalschoolhq

Jun 29, 202247 minEp. 492

491: Do You Need A Postbac?

So many students wonder if they need a postbac to boost their grades. Let's talk about who is the best fit for a postbac journey. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT National Association for the Advisors in the Health Professions (NAAHP)

Jun 22, 202248 minEp. 491

490: Let's Chat RESEARCH!

In today's episode, we chat with Dr. Chan & Dr. Grace about their research and our upcoming research that YOU can be involved in. Listen in to check it out. Links: Full Episode Blog Post premedsurvey.com (Once you complete the survey, you'll be entered to win either a $100 gift card or one of five 45-minute calls with me.) Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

Jun 15, 202253 minEp. 490

489: Single Mom to Med School

This student has gone through the premed process and medical school with a child- how did she do it? How can other single moms do the same? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Jun 08, 202236 minEp. 489

488: How Do I Explain Life Circumstances Leading to a Low GPA

Today's student had a family impacted by Harvey and a pregnant girlfriend that contributed to a low GPA when he started off. How does he approach discussing it? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Casper AAMC PREview...

May 25, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 488
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