Medicine with Steve

In this episode, I share my journey to becoming a medical student at the American University of the Caribbean (AUC). From rejection and setbacks to finally earning my acceptance, this is the story behind everything that brought me here. I also talk about: • Why I chose the Caribbean route • The challenges of medical school • The mindset that’s helped me keep going when things didn’t go as planned...

In this episode of Medicine with Steve, I sit down with an incoming PGY-1 neurosurgery resident to talk about the full journey from medical school to matching one of the most competitive specialties in medicine. We discuss: • How he became interested in neurosurgery • Building a competitive residency application • Research, mentorship, and networking • Advice for first-generation and nontraditiona...

In this episode of Medicine with Steve, I sit down with Marilyn Garlindo to talk about her journey through medicine — from choosing internal medicine to building a career in obesity medicine. We discuss the realities of treating obesity and how the field is rapidly evolving with new treatments and medications. Dr. Garlindo also shares advice for medical students interested in internal medicine and...

In this episode of Medicine with Steve, I sit down with Dr. Lexie to talk about her unique journey from being a music major to becoming a physician and matching into Pediatrics at Cohen Children’s Medical Center. We dive into: • What it’s like coming from a non-traditional background • Her path through medical school • The residency match experience • Why she chose Pediatrics • Advice for students...

In this episode of Medicine with Steve, I sit down with Dr. Juhi Kuchroo, MD, PhD, a Harvard-trained rheumatologist, to break down autoimmune disease in a way that actually makes sense. We talk about: What rheumatologists actually do Why are autoimmune diseases like lupus often misunderstood Early warning signs people tend to ignore The most important labs (like C3 and C4) and what they mean What...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Hallerback, a fourth-year DO medical student who just matched into ophthalmology, one of the most competitive specialties in medicine. What makes her journey even more unique? Before medicine, Laura was a ballerina and later went on to become Miss Montana—bringing discipline, resilience, and confidence into everything she does. We dive into her full journ...

In this episode, I speak with a fourth-year medical student at St. George’s University about her journey from Canada to studying medicine in the Caribbean and completing clinical rotations in the United States. We discuss the application process for Canadian students, the transition into U.S. clinical rotations, and the financial considerations of pursuing medical education abroad. She also shares...

From medical school struggles to Match Day success. In this episode, Dr. Kat breaks down how she matched into psychiatry as a DO student. We talk about choosing DO vs MD, finding her passion for psychiatry, what actually matters for residency applications, and the mindset it takes to keep going when things get tough. If you’re trying to figure out your path in medicine or wondering if you’re doing...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stephen Odafe , an incoming Neurosurgery resident at LSU Shreveport, to break down what it really takes to match into one of the most competitive specialties in medicine. We dive into his journey from medical school to Match Day, the challenges he faced along the way, and the exact strategies that helped him stand out in a highly competitive field. If you’re a...

As a Caribbean medical student, getting access to spaces like neurosurgery rounds isn’t supposed to happen this early… but it did. In this episode, I break down exactly how I went from simply showing up to being inside neurosurgery rounds at the University of Miami. No connections. No special status. Just intentional action, networking, and following up. If you’re a premed, medical student, or IMG...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Alexius Russell, an ophthalmology intern at Naval Medical Center San Diego, to talk about her non-traditional journey into medicine. We dive into what it really looks like to start later, overcome doubt, and push through the challenges of medical training. If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind or questioned your path, this episode is for you.

In this final episode of Real Talks with Steve, I sit down with Marla Guadámuz, a Latina therapist, to have an honest conversation about mental health in the Latino community. We talk about why so many of us were never taught to express our emotions, how stigma around therapy still affects our families, and what it really looks like to start prioritizing mental health. This episode brings everythi...

In this episode of Real Talks with Steve, I sit down with Marla Guadámuz, a Latina therapist, to dive into generational trauma within Latino families and what it really means to break the cycle. We talk about how emotional patterns are passed down, why many of us were raised to suppress our feelings, and how culture, upbringing, and family dynamics shape the way we show up in relationships today....

In this episode of Real Talks with Steve, I sit down with Marla Guadámuz, a Latina therapist, to have an honest conversation about mental health in the Latino community. We talk about the stigma around therapy, how generational trauma shapes our relationships, and why so many of us were raised not to talk about our emotions. This is a real, unfiltered conversation about culture, healing, and what...

Thinking about Caribbean med school? This is everything you need to know before you apply. In this episode, I break down the full reality of attending a Caribbean med school. I share my personal perspective as a current medical student navigating this journey and what I've learned so far. If you're considering Caribbean med school or want a real, unfiltered look into the process, this epis...

If I had to restart my premed journey and study for the MCAT again, I would approach it completely differently. In this episode, I break down the biggest mistakes I made, what actually works, and how I would structure my studying to be more efficient and effective. If you're preparing for the MCAT or planning to start soon, this episode will help you avoid wasting time and focus on what truly matt...

In this episode, I break down the biggest mistakes I made before getting into medical school. From having no structure to wasting time and comparing myself to others. If you’re currently on the premed path or just getting started, this episode will help you avoid the same mistakes and stay focused on what actually matters. I’m documenting my journey from medical school to residency — sharing the r...

I started my journey in community college without a clear roadmap or connections. In this first episode, I share my real story, the doubts, mistakes, and turning point that led me to medical school in the Caribbean. If you’re on a similar path or feel like becoming a doctor is out of reach, this episode is for you. I’ll be documenting my journey from medical school to residency, from the wins and...