Ryan Gray

OldPreMeds Podcast

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The National Society for Nontraditional Premedical & Medical Students, Inc., better known by our website name, OldPreMeds.org or simply OPM, is a professional/pre-professional society and educational conduit for non-traditional students who seek to become Physicians. For those whose path to medicine is not the traditional high school to college to medical school, OPM's mission is to assist and advise on how to successfully prepare, apply, and succeed in both medical schools and residency training programs. Founded in 1998, our now over 10,000 registered members span from the very early premed...

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Ryan Gray

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219: How Do You Show Med Schools You can Handle the Pressure? 11.03.2020 7:22

Do AdCom's really expect you to quit your job and take classes full-time to show you can handle the demands of med school? You might be surprised. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forums Next Step Test Prep . Use the promo code MSHQ to save 10%. The Premed Years Podcast

218: Should You Consider Nursing While Preparing for Med School? 04.03.2020 8:39

You aren't looking for a Plan B, but should you consider nursing on your way to becoming a physician? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedForums.com Next Step Test Prep

217: Can You Get into Med School With a Disciplinary Record? 26.02.2020 8:05

Our med school hopeful was suspended after getting caught with marijuana. After a rocky start, can they turn things around and get into med school? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum WhatsMyGPA.com The Premed Years Podcast Episode 37: How to Fix a Medical School Application After Starting Premed Poorly

216: Disclosing Sources of Motivation When Applying to Med School 19.02.2020 10:52

This premed and mother of two is wondering when and how to discuss her motivation for applying to medical school: her children. Let's discuss! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PremedForums.com

215: Are You Sure You Want to be a Physician? 12.02.2020 11:25

With so many ways to make a difference in healthcare, how can you be certain you want to be a physician? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

214: Afraid of Causing Harm to Patients as a Future Doctor 05.02.2020 5:57

As a doctor you'll be responsible for your patients. How do you get comfortable with that, and how do you get over the fear of hurting people?

213: How to Find Research Opportunities as a Premed 22.01.2020 5:37

How do you find opportunities to get experience in a research setting, and what do you do if your premed institution doesn't seem to have any? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum

212: Factoring Combat Medic Training into GPA for Med School 15.01.2020 5:20

Our medical school hopeful has received Advanced Individual Training to be a medic in the military. Do grades from this training affect their application? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Years Podcast Episode 363: Premed Dad’s 1.8 GPA First Year to Paramedic and Acceptance

211: Applying Early Decision When You Are Unsure of Your Stats 08.01.2020 8:21

Which is better, applying early decision where your stats at the median for the school, or regular application where you are far above average? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum

210: Can You Fix a Very Low GPA and Get into Med School? 01.01.2020 8:11

Say you have a low GPA and even lower sGPA from undergrad. How do you improve your chances, and should you discuss the challenges behind your grades? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum

209: Which Looks Better: CNA Work or Hospital Volunteering? 25.12.2019 6:15

Which is more likely to demonstrate your passion to medical school adcoms: paid clinical work or volunteering at a hospital? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum

208: Is it Too Late to Apply to DO School This Cycle? 18.12.2019 6:49

With allopathic application season in the rearview mirror, has this applicant missed their chance at applying DO too? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum

207: How and When to Get Shadowing Experience 11.12.2019 8:40

What is the best way to find shadowing experiences? Is there an ideal time to get all of your shadowing done? Let's find out! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement

206: What to Know About Physician Shadowing Etiquette 04.12.2019 7:55

Is there such a thing as etiquette when shadowing doctors? What can you expect to do and what, if anything, should you avoid? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum

205: Should You Mention Having Children in Your Application? 27.11.2019 7:31

If you are a parent applying to medical school, this one's for you: should you mention kids in your application / personal statement? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media

204: Can You Use Your Notes During Medical School Interviews? 20.11.2019 5:44

You know exactly what you want to say during your medical school interview. So can you use notes to jog your memory? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum PremedPlaybook.com

203: Do Political Social Media Posts Impact Your Application? 13.11.2019 6:12

Do medical schools care about your internet presence? What if you take your strong political views to social media? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum

202: How to Prepare for Postbac Program Interviews 06.11.2019 7:18

Are interviews for postbac premed programs similar to medical school interviews? Here's what you need to know to prepare! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview The Premed Years Podcast Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by using promo code “MSHQ” for 10% off Next Step full-le...

201: Volunteering in Non-medical Vs. Medical Settings 30.10.2019 8:54

What if you prefer to volunteer in a non-medical setting? Should you put medical volunteering ahead of causes that matter to you? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum Meded Media premed.tv

200: Should You Introduce Yourself to a Medical School? 16.10.2019 9:14

Today's question: is there any harm or benefit to introducing yourself to a med school before you apply? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Years Podcast Nontrad Premed Forum UC Davis Prehealth Conference AAMC Minority Fair AMSA Convention AMSA PreMedFest premedmeetup.com

199: Visible Tattoos and Piercings at Interviews 09.10.2019 11:00

Have you ever seen a doctor with visible tattoos? They're out there. Does that mean you can have visible tattoos and piercings at your medical school interview? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum The Premed Years Podcast Meded Media The MCAT Podcast The MCAT CARS Podcast Ask Dr. Gray YouTube Channel: premed.tv Application Renovation ( Apply to be featured on our second season!)...

198: Should You Power Through the Burnout or Shift Gears? 02.10.2019 7:25

Our med school hopeful is burnt out after tons of clinical work. As they continue to take courses, is it ok to switch gears and find work in research instead? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum

197: Reapplying After Withdrawing from Medical School 25.09.2019 13:34

What if you were enrolled in a medical school, withdrew, and then reapplied? Today's question comes from a former Caribbean medical school student. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum

196: EMT Certification: Are the Clinical Hours Worth the Cost? 18.09.2019 7:26

Joe is trying to decide between working as a tech in an ER or becoming an EMT to get clinical experience. What should he do? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum 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...

195: What Do AdComs Think of Online Classes? 11.09.2019 6:28

Today's applicant completed most of his prerequisites online, but he's worried he made a bad decision. How do AdComs assess online coursework? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Nontrad Premed Forum