The Premed Years
The Premed Years is an award-nominated podcast that guides premed students through their journey to medical school. It features interviews with admissions committee members and directors, as well as inspirational stories from successful applicants. The podcast covers topics like MCAT study strategies, medical school applications, and personal development. It is available on major platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
Episodes
635: Two Interviews, One Acceptance, and a 500 MCAT
(00:00) — Welcome and Early Roots: Kelsey describes growing up in a family of healthcare professionals and how watching her father's relationships with patients shaped her interest in medicine.(02:04) — Music vs. Medicine: Kelsey explains why she seriously considered a career in musical theater and how she decided she did not have to give up music to pursue medicine.(07:28) — Planting the Premed F
634: How to Keep Going After Your MCAT Score Refuses to Budge
(00:00) — Growing Up Around Medicine: Hallie describes having two surgical physician associate parents and knowing from childhood that medical school was her path.(04:24) — Division I Fencing Meets Premed: How training at 5:45 a.m., attending class, and working overnight ER shifts defined her undergraduate years.(07:52) — Deciding to Delay, Not Quit: Why Hallie chose two gap years over dropping fe
633: How Justin Balanced Social Media Fame and the Premed Path
(00:00) — First Spark: How a hospital shadowing program in high school shifted Justin's view of medicine from negative to hopeful.(00:27) — Immigrant Family Expectations: The doctor-lawyer-accountant conversation that narrowed Justin's focus and why he's grateful for it.(04:34) — Choosing Seton Hall: Why staying close to home and picking a smaller school turned out to be the right call for staying
632: Caribbean Medical School Is Not a Vacation — A Student Speaks
(00:00) — Born in India, raised in Canada: How early experiences with navigating healthcare planted the seed for a medical career.(03:03) — Canadian medical school odds: Why the stat-heavy, seat-limited system makes it one of the hardest paths in North America.(06:51) — First application cycle, zero interviews: What went wrong and what "being a perfect applicant" actually cost her.(09:02) — Second
631: Three Gap Years, One Acceptance: Shemiele's Premed Story
(00:47) — Grandfather's Illness as Catalyst: Shemiele traces her interest in medicine to caring for her grandfather in Jamaica and losing him to a stroke.(02:30) — Immigrating in Sixth Grade: How moving to the US opened up possibilities she hadn't considered growing up in Jamaica.(05:37) — Deciding on Medicine in High School: The shadowing experience that confirmed she wanted to become a physician
630: From Nigeria to Stanford Med: Applying Late and Going 3 for 3
(01:57) — Father's passing at 13: the moment that pointed toward medicine(03:22) — Growing up in Nigeria with no doctors in the family(05:07) — Applying to med school in Nigeria and not getting in(06:53) — Leaving home at 17 on a scholarship to study in the UK(09:04) — Being premed in the UK with no advisor who understood US requirements(10:32) — Why US medical school was always the destination(16
629: Financial Hardship and Stepping Away from an Acceptance to Apply Again
(00:00) — First spark for medicine: Medical kit, microscope, and a fascination with how life works.(03:01) — Surgical tech discovery: How a quarter-life crisis and financial strain led Karen to a trade-school OR program during a UCLA gap year.(06:58) — Working and studying simultaneously: Managing OR swing shifts and on-call hours while finishing the last two years at UCLA.(12:35) — The seven-year
628: From Nigeria to D1 Athlete to Med School: Dami's Nonlinear Path
(00:00) — Welcome and framing: What this conversation is for and who Dami is(00:40) — Growing up in Lagos: How health inequity planted the seed for medicine(02:16) — Medicine vs. public health: Why exposure shapes the choice(04:49) — Athletics first: Arriving in the U.S. and finding track and field before premed(06:13) — Picking a college for D1 throwing, not for premed academics(07:07) — Student
627: Physics Major to Med School: Building an Application That is Authentic
(00:00) — From physics to premed: Riley describes deciding to pursue medicine at the end of sophomore year after shadowing in medical physics.(03:37) — Patient transport as a first clinical role: what it taught him about hospital environments and patient interaction.(04:54) — Staying in the physics major: why switching wasn't necessary and how he fit in prerequisites.(08:24) — Building the premed
626: Coming Off the Waitlist in June: One Premed's Honest Reckoning
(00:00) — Family in medicine: How a neurologist mom and a sister in pediatrics shaped Justin's early interest(03:28) — The chemistry PhD question: Why lab research pushed Justin back toward medicine(07:14) — Duke and the premed decision: Choosing a school and a major with med school in mind(09:40) — Applying straight through during COVID: The stress of a compressed timeline and limited clinical ac
625: BSDO Over MD: Why Riya Chose the Osteopathic Combined Program
(00:00) — Pre-k graduation and "I want to be a baby doctor": Where the idea of medicine first appeared for Riya.(01:07) — Seventh-grade biology and Hashimoto's thyroiditis: The classroom moment that made medicine feel like a real possibility.(02:24) — Hospital volunteering in high school: First clinical exposure, patient interaction, and what sparked genuine interest.(04:57) — Discovering combined
624: From 506 to Navy HPSP: A Reapplicant’s Reset
(00:00) — Welcome and origin spark: Kiki’s path starts without an “aha” and a teacher’s nudge changes everything.(02:24) — First shadowing, open-heart: A six-hour quadruple bypass leaves her captivated.(03:48) — Type B and present: Owning a goal without over-planning in high school.(04:29) — Balancing D2 hoops and premed: Small-school community and time management pay off.(07:19) — Burnout and a l
623: Second-Time Applicant: COVID Delay, Perspective, Acceptance
(00:00) — Ear cleaning origin: A childhood earwax ritual lights the first spark for medicine.(01:25) — Writer first, then premed: Entering college for writing before finding patient care through EMT work.(02:10) — EMT on campus: Deescalation, student calls, and heavy mental health moments.(03:27) — Suicide hotline: Human-to-human conversations that clarified her desire to be a physician.(04:10) —
622: From 495 MCAT to Med School via a Bridge Program
(00:00) — Welcome and setup: from premed dropout to med student(00:47) — Corporate grind sparks the spreadsheets vs patients question(01:30) — Rewinding to undergrad premed and the 495 MCAT during COVID(03:15) — Finances and first-gen pressure push him off the path(04:35) — Articles, AI, and volunteering rekindle interest in medicine(06:10) — Leadership draw: why physician responsibility appealed
621: Balancing 21 Credits and a Paycheck: Making Premed Work
(00:00) — Early spark for medicine: Jasmine’s childhood curiosity and desire to help takes root at age four or five.(02:40) — High school split focus: AP sciences vs. seven-hour show choir and a one-week summer health program.(03:55) — Choosing Howard: Proximity to a hospital/med school and an open-door culture sealed the decision.(05:15) — Major, minor, and momentum: Biology major, chemistry mino
620: Four MCAT Retakes and Still Standing Strong!
(00:00) — Avoiding medicine to committing at 22: Sports injuries, engineering Cs, and a hospital trauma that made medicine click.(03:06) — Doubting smart enough: Imposter syndrome, scraping through chem, and possible ADHD.(06:50) — Growing up around violence: Valuing life early and pushing through school and sport.(08:50) — Living in the moment: Lists, weekly survival, and triaging tough neuro top
619: Targeted List: 12 Schools, 2 Interviews, 2 Acceptances
(00:00) — Family roots and Flint crisis: Medicine in the house, art dreams, and volunteering during Flint’s water crisis point Omar toward health.(02:00) — Why physician, not just public health: Leadership and impact pull him to the MD path.(03:30) — Mentors and mission work: Seeing overseas service in Sudan clarifies what medicine can do.(04:55) — Did family help? Inspiration, yes; U.S. applicati
618: Mission Fit Over Metrics: What This Dean Looks For
(00:00) — Meet Dr. Leila Amiri + her route from peer advising to admissions: How a peer advising job led to a career shaping medical school classes.(03:20) — What’s stayed the same—and why the “black box” persists: Core expectations endure while parts of the process remain opaque.(05:07) — Transparency hurdles: politics, misreads, and legal fears: Why some schools don’t publish every detail of the
617: Five MCAT Attempts, No Plan B: Maya’s Path to Med School
(00:00) — Opening and early spark: Maya recalls childhood, cultural expectations, and her mom’s cancer shaping her why.(03:05) — High school full circle: Research at Dana-Farber and reading her mom’s records makes medicine click.(04:26) — ER simulation at Midscience: Realizing she could do this for real.(05:38) — MCAT dread and doubt: Nights staring at the ceiling, wondering if this path is for he
616: Inside DO Admissions: What the Osteopathic World Wants You to Know
(00:00) — Welcome and origin story: Kyle’s path into med ed without being a physician(00:46) — Early admissions work and philosophy: get students into—and out of—med school(02:58) — What AACOM’s VP of UME Services does: support across 71 DO locations(04:48) — Admitted-to-M1 is hard: student services and reps supporting the transition(05:12) — Time in the DO space: Marian start and osteopathic focu
615: Why His Application ‘Made Sense’—and Scored 16 Interviews
(00:00) — Late to medicine: Chris didn’t consider being a doctor until college, shaped by early family experiences with inadequate care.(01:20) — Struggling student to UC Davis: He describes a nontraditional path and surprise at earning a single college acceptance.(02:50) — “You won’t amount to much”: A sixth-grade dismissal and falling in with the wrong crowd set the stage.(04:40) — Misdiagnosed
614: ADHD, Anxiety, and the MCAT: Getting Help, Getting In
(00:00) — Opening + Early Spark: PBS Nova lights up neuroscience and a reluctant interest in medicine.(01:11) — Family Expectations vs Autonomy: Pressure from a physician dad meets teenage rebellion.(02:38) — Why the Brain: Linking biology to behavior and people.(03:51) — MD vs PhD: Lab work that kept pointing back to patients.(05:19) — Learning the Process: What help a physician parent could and
613: From Small Border Town to M4: Owning Your Path
(00:00) — Getting started: Early interest and a high school health pathway with real certifications(01:35) — Small border town roots: Del Rio, one high school, and limited options(02:35) — Finding a “seed”: Family illness, cancer curiosity, and early research(03:40) — Choosing a college: Looking for rigor, research, and premed support(05:54) — Where guidance came from: Personal research and profes
612: When Your Advisor Says “Wait”—And She’s Right
(00:00) — Curiosity in the halls of Mass General: Her mom’s triple‑negative breast cancer and remission shape an early interest in medicine.(02:54) — Choosing a major without a premed major: From biochemistry to discovering neuroscience and why UMass ultimately fit.(06:04) — Double majoring without burning out: Overlap with prereqs, honest advising on dual degrees, and following interests.(09:13)
611: From Toronto to a US Med School After Three Cycles
(00:00) — Welcome and setup: Ryan tees up Bayley’s many cycles and lessons learned.(00:45) — Early spark and Canada: Bayley shares deciding on medicine in grade 6/7.(01:52) — Family in healthcare: Great‑grandfather physician; dad a dentist.(02:20) — Undergrad choices in Canada: Picking science, not chasing a perfect premed program.(03:49) — College admissions contrast: Canada’s stats focus vs US e
610: What Makes a Successful Premed Student?
(00:00) — Welcome and guest credentials: Dr. Gray introduces Dr. Christine Crispin and frames the workshop.(02:10) — Redefining “premed”: Shift from “I’m going to med school” to ongoing career exploration.(05:40) — First‑year success: Why freshman year should prioritize academics and campus adjustment.(08:45) — Dip, don’t dive: A toe‑dip into service or shadowing without hurting grades.(12:00) — D
609: From Puerto Rico to MD/PhD: Owning Your Path
(00:00) — Welcome and setup: Dr. Gray frames a conversation about medicine, premed, and medical school.(00:38) — Puerto Rico at the center: Alysa names her roots and early love of learning from teacher parents.(02:26) — A stroke changes everything: Her father's hospitalization turns biology facts into real patient stakes.(04:12) — Choosing the path: Curiosity plus connection points her toward medi
608: From Community College to Brown: Owning a Nonlinear Path
(00:00) — The first spark: Dr. Gray asks when medicine became real.(01:34) — Military plans, cold feet, and choosing community college: He skips the Air Force and starts at McDonald's while exploring options.(02:50) — Hospital volunteering clicks: Serving patients water and meals feels right.(03:57) — Dodging family careers, then trying healthcare: After business, HVAC, and computer science, healt
607: Why Being Yourself Is the Most Underrated Strategy in Premed
(00:00) - Dream to Physician(09:36) - Navigating Premed at UF(17:46) - Navigating Mentorship in Premed Culture(28:58) - Navigating Medical School Challenges(38:00) - Embracing Support in Medical SchoolWhen Kelviyana was just 15, their world changed overnight as they became the primary caretaker for their mother, newly diagnosed with breast cancer. This poignant experience ignited Kelviyana's passi
606: The Ugly-Cry Run That Saved Her Med School Dream
(00:00) - Becoming a Physician(09:39) - Navigating Pre-Med College Life(17:20) - Navigating MD-PhD Gap Years(24:43) - Overcoming Challenges in McAt Preparation(35:31) - Choosing Medical Schools in New York(39:11) - Reflections on Pursuing MedicineGrowing up with a pediatrician aunt, Julia was captivated by the world of medicine from an early age. Her story is one of passion and perseverance, shape
605: “Why Not Me?” Rejections, Resilience, and a New Beginning in Grenada
(00:00) - Journey From Nursing to Medical School(09:54) - The Path to Medical School(20:04) - Exploring Transition to Medical School(35:11) - Transitioning From Nursing to Medicine(39:04) - Overcoming Challenges on Path to MedicineMaria's journey from nursing to medical school is a testament to unyielding determination and the courage to pursue one's dreams despite formidable challenges. Imagine j
604: Federal Loan Caps, Private Lenders, and Your Medical School Future
(00:00) Student Loan Repayments in Pre-Med(13:53) Changes to Student Loan Repayment Plans(19:38) Navigating Student Loan Repayment Plans(29:26) Future Trends in Medical EducationUnlock the secrets to navigating the complicated world of student loans with insights from our special guest, Lauren from Student Loan Planner. Discover how to turn the tide on student debt, particularly for medical studen
603: Climbing from a 2.7 GPA to Six Medical School Acceptances
(00:00) Journey to Becoming a Doctor(14:24) Path to Medical School Planning(26:16) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Medical School(37:31) Late-Blooming Medical Student SuccessGrowing up amidst financial instability and her father's substance abuse, Danielle found herself navigating a challenging childhood marked by health issues. Yet, it was the compassionate care of her family physician that inspi
602: Breaking Barriers in Medicine: Katya’s Path to Stanford
(00:00) Path to Medicine and Representation(10:45) Navigating Challenges in Pre-Med Studies(17:10) Navigating Learning Differences and Accommodations(29:09) Journey to Medical School Acceptance(35:27) Perseverance in the Journey to MedicineAt 17, Katya's life took an unexpected turn when a spark for dermatology lit up her path away from fashion. Join us as Katya shares her unique journey through t
601: Why I Put My PhD on Pause to Pursue Olympic Rowing (Then Became a Doctor)
(00:00) Rowing Into Medicine(11:15) Preparing for Medical School Application Process(19:02) Deciding on Medical School Location(32:38) Navigating the Medical School Application Process(36:03) Balancing Health and Medical School(42:25) Exploring Radiology in Medical TrainingPodcast SummaryMeredith's journey to medical school is anything but ordinary. Imagine dedicating years to elite rowing, even q
600: Beyond 4.0s & 528s: Empathy’s Rise in Modern Admissions
(00:00) Reflections on Medical School and Healthcare(11:01) Evaluating Medical School Admissions Criteria(15:10) Navigating Changes in Medical Education(20:53) Adapting to Changes in Medical EducationFrom a first-generation college student passionate about science to the founder of Medical School Headquarters, my journey in the world of medicine has been anything but ordinary. My early aspirations
599: Shadowing, CNA Shifts, and Three MCATs—A First-Gen Roadmap
(00:00) - Journey to Becoming a Physician(06:37) - Balancing College and Productivity Methods(12:06) - Overcoming Adversity and Grit(18:01) - Navigating Clinical Experience and McAt Prep(28:06) - Navigating Medical School Application Process(37:17) - Support and Encouragement in Medical SchoolGrowing up without any physicians in her family, Mandy found her path to medicine in an unexpected place—t
598: 15 Med School Acceptances: A Student-Athlete's Road to Med School
(00:01) - From Pre-Physical Therapy to Premed(10:40) - Exploring the Path to Medical School(19:23) - Navigating Medical School Applications and Interviews(27:18) - Medical School Interview Success(34:32) - Medical School Application ReflectionsFrom the thrill of the field to the rush of the emergency room, Mikaela's journey is nothing short of transformational. As an aspiring athlete turned medica
597: First-Gen Fearless: How Rosemary Built Her Own Pathway to Med School
(00:01) - Journey to Becoming a Physician(13:41) - Navigating the Pre-Medical Journey(23:15) - Entering Medical School Bridge Program(30:02) - Forging Connections in Medical School(38:02) - Inspiring GenerationsWitnessing a family member in distress can change the course of a life. As a child, watching her father endure mistreatment in a hospital emergency room ignited Rosemary's passion for compa
596: Advice MS3 Would Give Her Stressed-Out Premed Self
(00:01) - Pre-Med Journey and Clinical Experience(12:42) - McAt Preparation and Application Process(24:45) - Navigating Medical School Challenges and SuccessEunice, a third-year medical student with an unwavering passion for medicine, joins us to share her extraordinary journey that began at the tender age of eight. Her story takes us from her Nigerian roots to the complexities of navigating pre-m
595: Premed Without a Plan: How Emily Found Medicine Late and Made It Work
(00:01) - Transitioning to Premed Years(09:57) - Navigating the Premed Journey(21:15) - Preparing for Medical School Interviews(32:38) - Strategies for Medical School Application Stress(36:50) - Navigating Medical School and BeyondEmily's journey into medicine started with a simple passion for sports and healthcare, originally driving her to major in exercise science in college. It was a fateful h
594: Medicine Beyond the White Coat: The Power of Research and Advocacy
(00:01) Impacting Healthcare Disparities Through Research(08:23) Transforming Healthcare Through Research(17:12) Expanding Healthcare Access and Training(26:10) Inspiring Future Healthcare ProvidersGrowing up in a small Michigan town, Dr. Karriem Watson was destined for a career in football until life had other plans. Witnessing the harrowing realities of health disparities firsthand after losing
593: Uncertainty to Conviction: A Stanford MD/PhD’s Journey
(00:01) Journey to Medicine(10:30) Navigating Medicine and Research Paths(27:22) Navigating Doubt and Motivation in Medicine(36:54) Embracing Doubt in Finding DirectionNavigating the uncertainty of a career in medicine is no small feat, as Kamsi shares in our latest episode. From her time at Stanford Med to translational research at the NIH, Kamsi's journey is a testament to the power of experienc
592: Why MCAT Scores & GPAs Won’t Make You a Great Doctor
(00:01) Life as a Doctor and Educator(10:23) Future of Healthcare and Physician Concerns(25:19) Authenticity in Medical School Applications(40:02) Passion for CardiologyJoin us for an engaging conversation with Dr. David Winchester, a distinguished cardiologist and educator, as he shares his remarkable journey in medicine. From the impactful influence of his father to his current role at the Unive
591: From High School to MD: Inside the BSMD Experience
(00:01) Path to Medicine(11:22) Leadership, Time Management, and Transition(19:09) Medical School Challenges and Future Pathways(28:51) Navigating Medical School and LeadershipGrowing up surrounded by the hum of a bustling medical family, Senya's journey into medicine seemed almost predestined. With a pharmacist father and a physician sister, dinner table conversations often revolved around healin
590: MCAT Anxiety, Gap Years, and the Journey to Medical School
(00:01) - Premed Struggles and Guidance(08:33) - Navigating McAt Struggles and Growth(15:19) - Med School Application Struggles(21:22) - Medical School Acceptance Journey and Mental Health(32:32) - Believe in Yourself, Medical School JourneyHow does a budding interest in healthcare transform into a steadfast commitment to medicine? Join us as we explore Jahnvi's remarkable journey, where a grandmo
589: No Plan B: The Grit and Grind of a First-Gen Premed
(00:01) Journey to Becoming a Physician(11:17) Navigating Pre-Med Challenges(15:21) Overcoming Doubt and Seeking Help(28:00) Balancing Medical School and Relationships(41:24) Exploring Career Paths in MedicineGrowing up in a small town with dreams that seemed larger than life, Trevor's journey to medicine began as a whisper of ambition, gradually building into a crescendo of determination. As a pr
588: Beyond the Checklist: How Following Your Passion Makes You a Stronger Premed
(00:01) - Navigating the Pre-Med Journey(10:00) - Crafting a Competitive Medical School Application(17:47) - Exploring Organ Donation and Xenotransplant(25:44) - Supporting Pre-Med Self-ReflectionAngela's path to medicine was sparked by her mother's dedication as a geriatric physical therapist, planting the seeds of a future surgeon. Her academic journey at Boston College took an unexpected turn a
587: From Kitchen to Clinic: Andres's Journey from Culinary Dreams to MD-PhD Pursuit
(00:02) - Journey to MD-PhD(09:23) - Premed Success and Multiple Applications(20:47) - MD-PhD Application Reflection and Growth(31:10) - MD-PhD Interview Contrasts and Reflection(40:12) - MD-PhD Program Interview InsightsFrom the aroma of a bustling kitchen to the sterile halls of a hospital, Andres's journey is anything but ordinary. Abandoning his initial culinary dreams, Andres found a new call
586: Rico's Inspiring Journey: Overcoming Challenges on the Path to Medicine
(00:01) Journey to Becoming a Physician(06:19) Navigating the Medical School Journey(17:15) Overcoming Rejection on the Path(27:22) Choosing the Right Medical School(33:20) Perseverance on the Path to MedicineRico's journey into medicine began with a compassionate anesthesiologist who turned a daunting childhood surgery into a source of inspiration. Returning to the Pre-med Years podcast, Rico ope
585: Kaitlin's Co-op to White Coat Journey
(00:01) - College Experience and Medical School Preparation(11:41) - Medical School Application Process Insights(24:43) - Medical School Tuition Repayment Program(29:40) - Overcoming Challenges and Growing in MedicineKaitlin's transformative journey through Northeastern University's co-op program is a testament to the power of integrating work experience with academic learning. Her experiences as
584: Lacrosse to Lab Coats: Alexis' Journey from Engineering to Medicine
(00:01) Balancing Athletics and Pre-Med(09:19) Effective Time Management for Student-Athletes(14:58) Navigating the Pre-Med Pathway(24:05) Medical School Acceptance and Portfolio Building(28:48) Navigating Career Choices and Overcoming ChallengesIn the latest episode of our podcast, we dive into the fascinating story of Alexis, a Division I lacrosse player and biomedical engineering major, as she
583: Unofficial Interpreter to Aspiring Physician Sparked Her Commitment
Highlights(01:59) Bridging Health Literacy and Language Barriers (105 Seconds)(05:50) Impact of Language and Cultural Understanding (151 Seconds)(11:46) Medical Career Inspiration Journey (53 Seconds)(15:59) Navigating the Pre-Med Pressure (51 Seconds)(23:19) Medical School Time Management and Passion (108 Seconds)(26:26) Tips for Organizing Medical School Applications (91 Seconds)(33:56) Importan
582: An Immigrant's Journey from Community College to Med School
From dreaming of becoming a doctor without a family blueprint to living her reality, Sanjana's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Picture the resilience it takes to navigate a childhood split between countries, financial hurdles, and skepticism around community college paths. Sanjana's story is a testament to following one's heart amidst life's chaos and finding victory in the unwavering p
581: Resilience and Persistence through Med School Rejections and Acceptances
Facing rejection can be one of the toughest experiences, especially when it comes to something as challenging as medical school admissions. Misha knows this journey all too well. Her admiration for her grandfather, a general surgeon in Iran, fueled her passion for medicine, but her path was anything but straightforward. Tune in as Misha shares how working as a medical assistant during her gap year
580: The Path to Med School: Insights from Georgetown's SMP Director
How do you turn academic setbacks into a stepping stone for medical school success? Join us as we sit down with Jennifer, the inspiring director of Georgetown's Special Master's Program (SMP), who shares her remarkable path from a pre-med student to a leader in academia. Jennifer reveals how her passion for teaching and research blossomed, steering her away from clinical practice and into a fulfil
579: 3x MCAT taker to Dermatologist. A story of perseverance!
In this inspiring episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Dr. Douglas, showcasing the incredible power of resilience, determination, and the unwavering support that propelled her toward her medical career.Join us as Dr. Douglas shares her story of shifting majors and grappling with self-doubt before discovering her passion for medicine through anthropology and public health. Her journ
578: Realities and Myths of Osteopathic Medical School Admissions
A deep dive into medical school admissions with the Director of Admissions at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. What is fact? What is fiction?Links:Full Episode Blog PostChoose DOMeded MediaBlueprint MCATBurrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
577: From Crohn’s Diagnosis to Medical School Triumph—Yvonne’s Journey
When Yvonne was diagnosed with Crohn's disease during her sophomore year of high school, she found herself on an unforeseen path that ultimately led her to medicine.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaApplication Renovation
576: How Noor Conquered Her Fears and Crushed the MCAT
Explore Noor's inspiring journey from librarian dreams to med school, her insights on health equity, and practical advice for premed students navigating the MCAT.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaMedical Apartheid by Harriet A. Washington
575: How Resilience Turned a Professor into a Medical Student
Darrell, an older nontrad medical student, shares his inspiring journey from failing out of college to eventually pursuing his dream of becoming a doctor. Listen if you’re considering a career change into medicine later in life.For more podcast resources to help you with your medical school journey and beyond, check out Meded Media.Links:Meded Media
574: Navigating Challenges in the Premed Life on the Way to Hopkins
Daniela, despite early academic struggles and discouragement from advisors, secured an impressive 14 medical school interviews through strategic preparation and compelling storytelling in her application. Listen to her journey and learn the often-overlooked importance of factors beyond grades in medical school admissions!Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded Media
573: Inside the Canadian Medical School Admissions Journey
Discover Vanessa's inspiring journey from TV shows to med school, her tips for navigating Canadian admissions, overcoming imposter syndrome, and balancing academics and life.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded Media
572: BSMD Bust? Sujay talks about his Pivot and Success with FlexMed
Explore Sujay's inspiring journey from a curious child to a medical innovator at Mount Sinai, navigating the FlexMed program and the highs and lows of med school.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded Media
571: Air Force Chemist to Med School: Morgan's Journey of Resilience
An inspiring journey from Air Force chemist to med school, balancing career, family, and MCAT prep, showcasing resilience and determination in pursuit of her dream.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded Media
570: Green Beret to MD/MBA: Shea's Journey
Shea shares his journey of starting and failing ungrad studies at 17 and how he got the cold shoulder when he came back to continue his education years later.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaBlueprint MCAT
569: From Accounting to Medicine Through Resilience and Purpose
Betsy shares her nontraditional journey to medical school after finding her true "WHY" through heartache. She also discusses the opportunity cost of medicine.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded Media
568: This EDM Loving, Rave Going Med Student Carved Her Own Path
Juliarose.med from TikTok is on her way to Psychiatry residency, but not after challenging the status quo from the beginning. Julia shares her journey with us!Links:Meded MediaFull Episode Blog Post
567: The Importance of Authenticity in Medical School Applications
Dr. Kilgo shares his shift from videography to Neurology, facing academic hurdles, and the importance of mentorship in medicine.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded Media
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 PostSummer Health Professional Education Program (SHPEP)Fee Assistance ProgramLatino Medical Student AssociationStudent National Medical AssociationMeded MediaJack Westin / The MCAT CARS podcast
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 ed
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 PostMeded Media
563: Re-routing to Medicine: The Unexpected Journey of an Athlete
Discover how a devastating sports injury can inadvertently unveil a world of fascination for orthopedic surgery, prompting a career pivot.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaEvolving Medic
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 PostMeded MediaMission: Accepted
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 PostMeded MediaSelf-assessment test at University of Central Florida College of MedicinePMY13: Interview with Dean of UCF College of MedicineDr. German on The Premed Years Podcast
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 PostMeded Media
559: Einstein Admissions Co-Chair Reveals a Shift in Priorities
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 PostMeded Media
558: Picking Up the Pieces
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