The Premed Years

This new med student will help Ryan cover the unique challenges faced by international applicants, as well as valuable healthcare experiences to include in apps! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media MSAR PMY Episode 304: How to Choose a Medical School and Put Together a School List

Today's guest fought an uphill battle, from supporting herself at a young age, to challenges on the MCAT, and more. What shifted, and what was her plan?

Today's guest started in community college and overcame academic obstacles. His background in wrestling and bodybuilding helped guide and motivate him. Links: Meded Media

Today’s episode is a special one as I’m sharing with you a talk I gave at the University of Florida for their AMSA Premed Club Meeting. I touch on topics like crafting your personal story, medical school interview tips, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

My guests are the Short Coat Podcast's David Etler and med students from Carver College of Medicine. We'll talk about their journeys to medicine and so much more.

Dr. Crawford is passionate about empowering women in medicine. She is going to tell us all about resilience, balance, and sorting through the misinformation. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Follow Natalie on Instagram @NatalieCrawfordMD . Check out Natalie’s podcast, As a Woman NatalieCrawfordMD.com

" Today's episode features Ryan's address to a live audience at UC Davis! Couldn't make the conference? Tune in for a great conversation and Q&A session!" Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media UC Davis Pre-Health Conference Premed.tv @medicalschoolhq Congressional Dish podcast The Health Care Handbook AppExpenses.com Fee Assistance Program (FAP) FindShadowing.com

Dr. Fajgenbaum is both researcher and participant in the quest to cure his own devastating disease. How does this inspiring doctor stay motivated? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Chasing My Cure by Dr. David Fajgenbaum Castleman Disease Collaborative Network (CDCN) Sirolimus in Previously Treated Idiopathic Multicentric Castleman Disease

Nathan's story takes us through criminal justice, being a first responder, and a low GPA. His admission to medical school will motivate and inspire you. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Speak Up Podcast by Matthew Dicks #respecttheMCAT premed.tv

Sabina, better known as @thecurlymed on Instagram, shares her amazing journey to medical school. We'll also talk about advising, postbacs, and LGBTQ identity. Links: Full episode blog post Meded Media Follow Sabina on Instagram  @thecurlymed

Will shares his story of failing to get into med school two times before finally earning his acceptance. He thinks it's grades, I wonder if it's something else. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

So you've been put on the waitlist. What now? Here are some tips for continuing to stand out while respecting individual school policies. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedScholarship.com Application Renovation  ( Click here to apply .)

What do adcoms look at first? What do they do with the data you give them? On this episode, I'll talk about the adcom's perspective on your application. Links: Full Episode Blog Post ApplicationRenovation.com Apply to Application Renovation SecondaryApps.com PMY 35: How to Fix Your Medical School Application After Starting Premed Poorly PMY 356: Why Aren’t These Med School Applicants Getting Inter...

Today's topics include disadvantaged status, the MD/PhD, MCAT stress, and more! Ryan takes on your questions from the Medical School HQ Facebook Hangout. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Medical School HQ Facebook Hangout PremedShirts.com The Premed Playbook: Gude to the Medical School Personal Statement Episode 356  on the biggest mistake students make in their application Episode 269  on Imposter’s...

Over the last 7 years, MSHQ has grown from one website to a whole media company with 12 podcasts, 3 books, and so many resources, most people don't know about! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Next Step Test Prep Jack Westin University of Colorado Wildnerness Medicine Program  (Text  WILDMED to 44222  to get a link.) Instagram:  @medicalschoolhq Email me:  ryan@medicalschoolhq.net Tools:...

What's one of the biggest mistakes made by medical school applicants? Let's take a hard look at clinical experience and your motivations for med school! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Renovation Apply to Application Renovation PMY 241: Third Application Cycle was a Charm for This Premed PMY 171: Reapplying to Med School: What You Need to Know to Improve AAMC Applicant and Ma...

Ryan and Allison discuss the very common question about medical school and how hard it is. Do you have to be really smart to get through? Hint: You Can Do It! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Med Diaries FindShadowing.com Episode 251: Dating in Medical School: What You Need to Know Episode 07: 10 Traits You Need to Succeed in Medical School Check out Allison’s upcoming podcast:  HealMyCon...

LizzyM is just an equation. How do you fit your history, experiences, struggles, triumphs, and trends into that equation? Spoiler: You can't. Tune in for more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media LizzyM PMY 342 with Dr. Sunny Nakae: Discussing the Application Cycle with an Admissions Expert

How do you study for the MCAT, and how do you know your prep is working for you? Introducing Next Step's Rachel Grubbs, who is here to tell us more. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Need MCAT Prep?  Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by using promo code “MSHQ” for 10% off Next Step full-length practice tests or “MSHQTOC” for $50 off MCAT tutoring or the Next Step MCAT Course at...

From a small HBCU to emergency medicine to organizing conferences, Alden joins me to talk about encouraging and supporting underrepresented minorities in medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Tour for Diversity Find out more about Tour for Diversity on  Facebook ,  Twitter , and  YouTube . Reach out to Alden on Twitter  @AMLandryMD  and he can help you connect with people. Summer Health Professi...

When Annita moved to Canada, she realized she was ready for a new start. She takes us through her journey from nursing, to the MCAT, to a Canadian medical school. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

Dr. Makary is a world-renowned surgeon and author. He joins me to talk about the purpose of medicine, the medical establishment, and how to be consciously disruptive. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Price We Pay: What Broke American Healthcare – and How to Fix It  by Dr. Marty Makary Restoring Medicine Iora Health ChenMed Oak Street Health PubMed.org Connect with me on Twitter  @medi...

Carle Illinois College of Medicine has no interview and a unique secondary application process. Heather Wright is the Director of Recruitment, and she's here to tell us why. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Carle Illinois Homepage Carle Illinois Admissions Carle Illinois Before You Apply  (with admissions requirements) PMY Episode 256: A Look at Carle Illinois College of Medicine with Dean Li Am I Di...

Dr. Reno is a professor of emergency medicine and mentor. Today we cover all things shadowing, from finding opportunities, to saying "thank you"! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media FindShadowing.com Check out our previous episode with  Dr. Elaine Reno on Episode 279 Wilderness Medicine Course  ( To know more about the Wilderness Medicine Program, text WILDMED to 44222 and get a link right o...

Santiago is a first generation immigrant. He joins me to talk about being inspired by global health, doing a postbac, and leveling the playing field for applicants. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview MCATSelfPrep.com