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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

566: Pioneering Medicine as a First-Generation Latina Student

Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Tabitha, a Latina premed student, navigating challenges and defying odds to become a physician. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Summer Health Professional Education Program (SHPEP) Fee Assistance Program Latino Medical Student Association Student National Medical Association Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Jack Westin / The MCAT CARS podcast...

Mar 20, 202429 minEp. 566

565: Finding Balance and Peace on the Medical Journey with Dr. Wendy Lau

Join the fascinating journey of Dr. Wendy Lau as she reveals her unique path to embracing her calling in medicine. With an initial spark of interest in high school, Dr. Lau took the scenic route through the tech industry, only to find her way back to healthcare. This episode captures her inspiring story, highlighting the importance of perseverance, passion, and the powerful role of a supportive educational environment. Dr. Lau's experience illustrates how non-traditional paths can enrich the fie...

Feb 16, 202439 minEp. 565

564: Balancing Air Force Duties and Medical Dreams

Kali had always wanted to be a doctor, but difficult classes at the Air Force Academy she attended deterred her. Years later, Kali is navigating her dream. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Jan 31, 202436 minEp. 564

562: Navigating Self-Doubt in the Pursuit of Dreams

After doing poorly in physics, Aaron doubted his ability to succeed as a premed. His pivot to nursing reaffirmed to him that he should follow his dreams! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Mission: Accepted...

Jan 17, 202441 minEp. 562

561: Inside Look from UCF's Director of Admissions

Director of Admissions at UCF College of Medicine, Laurel Poole, reveals an inside look into their school's admissions process. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Self-assessment test at University of Central Florida College of Medicine Blueprint MCAT PMY13: Interview with Dean of UCF College of Medicine Dr. German on The Premed Years Podcast...

Jan 10, 202446 minEp. 561

560: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to Med School Acceptance

When Jasmine graduated with her BA in Communications being a doctor was the last thing on her mind. After seeing her niece in the NICU, everything changed! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Jan 03, 202437 minEp. 560

558: Picking Up the Pieces

All in just one year, her financial aid was gone, her grades were plummeting, and her family was struggling. Find out how this premed recovered it all! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Dec 13, 202334 minEp. 558

556: Mastering the MCAT After Three Tries

Learn how this student was able to turn it all around after significantly struggling with the MCAT. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Application Renovation Application Academy...

Nov 29, 202334 minEp. 556

555: From 2.4 to Thriving

Without the study skills of a type A kind of student, Steven found himself struggling to keep up his grades, here's how he turned around a 2.4 freshman GPA. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Mappd

Nov 22, 202340 minEp. 555

554: Finding Joy in Challenging Circumstances

Dr. Gray talks with Sam, a newly accepted medical student who recounts his unique path to medicine while prioritizing and balancing family life. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Nov 15, 202349 minEp. 554

553: From Nontrad to NASA: Aerospace Medicine

The incredible Dr. Natacha Chough breaks down her journey of how she went from a nontrad applicant to a specialist in Aerospace Medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Aerospace Medical Association Aerospace Medicine Student and Resident Organization RAMS - Residency in Aerospace Medicine UTMB Aerospace Medicine Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

Nov 08, 202339 minEp. 553

551: Offered a Free Bridge Program to Get Into Med School

This student was able to secure medical school acceptance in her first application cycle by sharing her story and applying to schools that matched her goals. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Michigan State's ABLE program...

Oct 25, 202341 minEp. 551

550: When Burnout Hits a Child of Immigrants

Between two jobs, multiple clubs, and helping around the house, Alex had been a workaholic since she was 15. When she reached college, burnout hit. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA)...

Oct 18, 202339 minEp. 550

549: What Do Advisors Really Know?

Dr. Gray talks with Ellen Miller, EdD, an advisor at Hofstra University, about where medical school advisors get their knowledge. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Oct 04, 202341 minEp. 549

Will I See You Next Week?

This is a mini-episode to hopefully get you excited about MappdCon and make the financial burden of attending even less!

Sep 27, 20232 minEp. 549

548: What Really Matters To a Director of Admissions

Dr. Gray interviews the Director of Recruitment Admissions at A.T. Still University, Andrea O'Brien, about student admissions. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Sep 27, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 548

547: Big Announcements!

Dr. Gray is joined by Rachel Grubbs and Savanna Perry as they discuss the future of MSHQ and Mappd. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The PA Platform Blueprint MCAT Mappd The MCAT Podcast The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview...

Sep 20, 202359 minEp. 547

546: Mindset Matters: Conquering Medical School at 52

Dr. Gray interviews Jen, a 52 year old OMS 3 student whose positivity and great support system carries her through tough med school moments. Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY472: This Student Started Medical School at 50 Instagram: @the.road.to.doctor.jen Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

Sep 13, 202337 minEp. 546

544: The Secret Psychology Behind Test Day

Dr. Gray speaks with test prep tutor, Amanda Brem, about the psychology behind what happens on test day and how to better prepare for it. Links: Full Episode Blog Post The Brem Method The Brem Method on YouTube Instagram: The Brem Method Meded Media Blueprint MCAT The Premed Hangout Group...

Aug 30, 202349 minEp. 544

543: How to Change Healthcare from the Inside

When Raj started his career in medicine he noticed an alarming trend in clinical care. Now he is advocating for a change. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Healthcare for Humans Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Press Ganey patient satisfaction surveys...

Aug 24, 20231 hrEp. 543

542: From Chronic Career Changer to MS1

Before Gergana was an MS1, she was in the military, and before that, she was a programmer. Listen to this nontrad student's unconventional story. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Aug 16, 202359 minEp. 542

541: The Secret to Becoming a Master at Studying

Dr. Gray speaks with Doug McLemore, test prep specialist and founder of IcosaPrep, on what premeds can do to be better prepared. Links: Full Episode Blog Post IcosaPrep How We Learn by Benedict Carey Outsmart Your Brain by Daniel T. Willingham. Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

Aug 09, 202341 minEp. 541

539: What's Going On In The Heads of Admission Committees?

Dr. Gray speaks with Christine Crispen, an advisor from Chapman University and MSHQ, on what exactly is going on with admissions committees. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MappdCon 2023 The Premed Years Podcast 171 Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

Jul 26, 202345 minEp. 539
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