Ryan Gray

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A

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The Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A podcast is a coaching session between Dr. Gray and a premed student looking for answers on their premed journey. You can sign up to be on Ask Dr. Gray through our Premed Hangout at premedhangout.com.

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Ryan Gray

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148: Do I Need a Postbac to Overcome An Inconsistent uGPA Trend? 07.09.2021 19:09

Our premed today has a good uGPA, but her overall trend raises some red flags. Find out why I recommend taking additional coursework to demonstrate consistency. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The P...

147: How Can I Recover From a Downward Trend in My GPA? 31.08.2021 22:08

Today, we discuss how to recover from a downward trend in your GPA. Listen to find out why I think a postbac might be a good idea for this student. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed Playboo...

145: Should I Share My Love for Ortho in My Personal Statement? 17.08.2021 21:58

You LOVE ortho, but should you discuss your interest orthopedics in your personal statement? Find out why not and what to do instead to craft a better PS. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Mappd Blueprint MCAT Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal...

144: How Do You Show Schools You Don't Have Commitment Issues 10.08.2021 27:22

Our coaching call today centers around a student who has bounced around several schools, majors and paths. How does she communicate she wants to be a doctor? Links: Full Episode Blog MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Blueprint MCAT Application Renovation videos Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy !

146: Should I Retake a Poor MCAT During the Application Cycle? 04.08.2021 17:00

He improved from a 488 to a 493 but still needs to improve. He's in the middle of applications. Should he take it in September or wait and reapply next year? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Prem...

143: How Do I Address a School Suspension Due to Military Duty? 13.07.2021 12:13

After being called to Active Duty, this premed found herself facing 3 weeks of coursework and 5 finals within 24 hours. How should she address her suspension? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Pre...

142: Does Being a Family Caretaker Count as Clinical Experience? 06.07.2021 18:02

Our student this week has spent hours taking care of family members as a caretaker. Would it count as clinical experience? Links: Full Episode Blog Post How is COVID-19 impacting Medical School Admissions in 2021? Blueprint MCAT Premed Hangout Group MedEd Media

141: When and How Should You Contact Medical Schools? 29.06.2021 11:35

Wondering when is an appropriate time to contact medical schools? In this podcast, I answer this question and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School A...

140: Should I Be Concerned if My Gpa Trend Is Not Consistent? 22.06.2021 19:27

Today's student is worried that her GPA isn't high enough in light of her background. But can she prove her academic ability despite her GPA inconsistency? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed...

139: Should I List Club Membership in the Activity Se 15.06.2021 12:20

Many students participate in clubs during their premed journey. Is it something that should be included in the med school activity section? It depends! Listen. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel The MCAT CARS Podcast The MCAT Podcast   Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide t...

138: How You Should Calculate Your Overlapping Activity Hours 08.06.2021 16:32

Our student today is worried that her GPA isn't high enough in light of being a overrepresented student. Will her GPA be viewed with her ethnicity as a factor? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process Bluep...

137: How Do I Keep up my Confidence During the Premed Process? 01.06.2021 16:31

This mom of five is trying to keep going despite all odds but sometimes lacks the confidence and motivation to keep going. How should she approach the bad days? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The P...

136: Does Contact Tracing Count as Clinical Experience? 25.05.2021 9:22

There are lots of new ways to get clinical experience, but how do you know which one counts for medical schools? Listen to this week's episode to find out! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed...

135: How Do I Fix My Low GPA When I Have Lots of Credits? 18.05.2021 20:29

Today's student has been dealing with family/personal issues. Even with an upward trend, her GPA of 2.5 will only get her a rejection. What should she do now? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Pre...

134: I Have 7 College Transcripts. What Will Med Schools Think? 11.05.2021 21:37

With 7 college transcripts, she is worried that medical schools would look down on her app and GPA. However, that's not what she should have been worried about. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The P...

133: I'm Waitlisted. Should I Prepare to Apply Next Cycle? 04.05.2021 18:29

She is waitlisted at 5 schools but may not know if she will get a spot until up to maybe June. Should she retake her MCAT and prepare to apply again? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement The Premed Playb...

132: Should I Introduce Myself to a Med School Before Applying? 27.04.2021 14:38

Our caller today is applying this cycle and wants to know if they should contact medical schools to show interest before applying. If so, how should it be done? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ eshadowing.com  

131: Submit App Early Without Spring Transcript or Delay? 20.04.2021 14:55

She has prepared everything she needs to submit her application early, but now she can't get her spring grades until much later. Should she proceed without them? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Blueprint MCAT

130: How to Be Yourself in a Med School Interview 13.04.2021 14:36

Today, I answered this nontrad student's question on how to answer and connect with med school admissions. It's important to be human and not a robot. Listen! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Join the Application Academy ! The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview The Premed Playb...

129: Navigating Through Advice and Info as a Premed Student 06.04.2021 24:54

Today, our student is looking for clear answers after receiving different, conflicting pieces of advice from medical admissions, doctors, and advisors. Listen! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Mappd Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ

128: How Will Admissions View Transferring Between Universities? 30.03.2021 25:28

This student is wondering how med school admissions will view transfers between different schools. I also answer other questions about school lists, HPSP, etc. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Application Academy The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Blueprint MCAT

127: Can I Share My Passion for a Specific Specialty in My App? 23.03.2021 16:18

This student has a passion for pediatrics. Would it be an issue to disclose it on the med school application? We also discussed sending LOR to specific schools. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Application Academy The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Blueprint MCAT

126: How Should I Categorize my Extracurricular Activities? 16.03.2021 18:20

An important part of the med school application is the extracurricular activities section. How do you know which category your activities falls in? Listen to see Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ Blueprint MCAT The MCAT Podcast

125: Why Didn't I Get Any Med School Acceptances This Cycle? 09.03.2021 12:04

Today, I walked a student through her application to see why she hasn't gotten any med school invites. We also talked about shadowing parents, essays, and more! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MSAR Application Renovation Blueprint Prep MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Sta...

124: Should I Focus on my GPA or Getting a Good MCAT Score? 03.03.2021 16:07

You are starting MCAT prep to take in the spring, but you have many classes and other responsibilities. Should you focus on your classes or squeeze in the MCAT? Links: Full Episode Blog Post AMCAS TMDSAS   AACOMAS Blueprint Prep MedEd Media Medical School HQ Facebook page Medical School HQ YouTube channel Instagram @MedicalSchoolHQ The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Sta...