Dr. Kilgo shares his shift from videography to Neurology, facing academic hurdles, and the importance of mentorship in medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT
Apr 10, 2024•31 min•Ep. 567
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, 2024•29 min•Ep. 566
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, 2024•39 min•Ep. 565
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, 2024•36 min•Ep. 564
Discover how a devastating sports injury can inadvertently unveil a world of fascination for orthopedic surgery, prompting a career pivot. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Evolving Medic Blueprint MCAT...
Jan 24, 2024•45 min•Ep. 563
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, 2024•41 min•Ep. 562
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, 2024•46 min•Ep. 561
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, 2024•37 min•Ep. 560
A doctor turned admissions committee member shares the shifting tide in what medical schools are really looking for in an applicant. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT
Dec 20, 2023•45 min•Ep. 559
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, 2023•34 min•Ep. 558
Finding your path as a first-gen nontrad! Contact Antonio here: https://www.theantoniohernandez.com/ Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT
Dec 06, 2023•39 min•Ep. 557
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, 2023•34 min•Ep. 556
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, 2023•40 min•Ep. 555
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, 2023•49 min•Ep. 554
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, 2023•39 min•Ep. 553
Dr. Gray speaks with Dr. Deborah Gutman and R.T. Arnold about the struggle premeds have with finding clinical experience. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT CAPYear
Nov 01, 2023•40 min•Ep. 552
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, 2023•41 min•Ep. 551
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, 2023•39 min•Ep. 550
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, 2023•41 min•Ep. 549
This is a mini-episode to hopefully get you excited about MappdCon and make the financial burden of attending even less!
Sep 27, 2023•2 min•Ep. 549
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, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 548
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, 2023•59 min•Ep. 547
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, 2023•37 min•Ep. 546
Dr. Gray speaks with Dr. Carlton Abner of Kansas City University on how students can find the mental resiliency to cope with medical school. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MappdCon 2023 Email Carlton at [email protected] Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...
Sep 06, 2023•43 min•Ep. 545
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, 2023•49 min•Ep. 544
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, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 543
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, 2023•59 min•Ep. 542
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, 2023•41 min•Ep. 541
Dr. Gray speaks with Deana Golini, former admissions officer at Stanford Medicine and current advisor at MSHQ, about a variety of topics. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MappdCon.com Meded Media Blueprint MCAT
Aug 02, 2023•42 min•Ep. 540
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, 2023•45 min•Ep. 539