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Path Of A Doctor

Education EN ↓ 57 episodes

I am a physician (M.D.) practicing a mix of hospitalist medicine and urgent care. I learned a lot in my journey to becoming a physician and about more than just medicine. Follow along as I reflect and teach what I wish I knew, which for the most part, is the stuff you don’t learn in school.

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pathofadoctor.com

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Reference Letters For Medical School 20.09.2022

Reference letters are a very important part of your medical school application as a pre-med. Let's go through some advice on how to optimize this in your time in college. 00:00 Intro 02:13 Choosing Writers 05:41 When and How To Ask Follow Along: 📸 Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter -  https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor 🎵 Tiktok -  https://www.tiktok.com...

What I Wish I Knew Before Medical School 13.09.2022

It is important to reflect along your journey of becoming a doctor, whether you are a pre-med, medical student, resident or attending doctor. Here are some things I wish I knew before medical school. Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor 🎵 Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofadoctor 💌 Website/Newsletter: https://www...

5 Mistakes You Are Making In Medical School 06.09.2022

There are a few mistakes I made as a medical student and saw other people make as well. Avoid them if you can, or fix them if this is the type of medical student you are too. 00:00 Intro 00:29 Going To Class 01:42 Passive Learning 02:57 Cramming 04:25 Memorizing 05:37 Reviewing Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor 🎵 Ti...

5 Lessons From Medical School 30.08.2022

Going through medical school teaches you a lot about medicine, but also a lot about yourself and life in general. Here are a few things I learned in my time as a medical student that I wish I knew sooner. 00:00 Intro 04:40 Your Life Does Not Pause For You 02:26 No One Knows What They’re Doing 04:03 You Will Always Wonder “What If” 05:46 No One Is Coming To Save You 07:22 They were Right Follow Alo...

Burnout In Medicine 23.08.2022

Burnout has plagued medicine for a long time. It's easy to get burnt out whether you are a pre-med, medical student, resident or doctor if you don't take steps to prevent it. Let's chat about how to do just that. 00:00 Intro 00:38 Understand that it’s a Marathon -Smell the Roses 02:03 Take Care of Your Health 04:04 Social Networks and Support 04:41 Ask For Help 06:22 Keep The End In Mind 07: 32 Ta...

Habits For Success In Med School 16.08.2022

Your habits are ultimately what will make or break you, not only in med school but in life. You need to get to a point where the actions towards your goals become automatic. Let's talk about it. 00:00 Intro  00:39 Wake Up Early 02:02 Schedule Your Weeks and Days 03:21 Pre-Read and Make Notes 04:28 Meal Prep and Exercise 05:59 Prioritize Non-Medical Things Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://...

How To Have A Social Life In Medical School-4 Tips For Medical Students 09.08.2022

There is a lot of behind-the-scenes at play throughout your journey to becoming a doctor. Make sure you are aware of the hidden curriculum and put yourself in a position to succeed as a medical student. 00:00 Intro  01:02 Think More In Depth 01:21 Socializing in Medical School 03:03 Never Be Rude 4:52 Shadowing Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter -...

How To Study For The MCAT-519 Score 02.08.2022

The MCAT is a huge part of your medical school application. It gets your foot in the door and sets the foundation of your application. Let's go over some things I did right, and wrong to get a 519 on my MCAT as a pre-med.  00:00 Intro 00:39 General Framework 01:03 Resources 02:06 Princeton and Nextstep 02:46 The Gameplan 05:47 Exclusively AAMC Material Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www...

The BEST Pre-Med Major 26.07.2022

There is a lot of talk and confusion about what major you should pursue as a pre-med student. Let's go over the truth and the hype.  00:00 Intro 00:11 Does not matter which major you take 00:52 Ideal Pre-Med Major 02:13 Easiest Prerequisite 02:31 Look at a major that can get you a job 04:28 Enjoy your major Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter - http...

How To Deal With Stress In Medical School 19.07.2022

Stress is going to be part of your medical school journey. How you use it, or let it use you will have a huge effect on your road to becoming a doctor.  00:00 Intro 00:39 Take advantage of “Eustress” 01:43 Have a schedule 03:27 Focus on the controllable 05:20 Find some balance 06:43 Keep the end in mind Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter - https://...

Extra-Curriculars In Medical School 12.07.2022

Building a strong residency application is a lot like pre-med. Most schools are pass/fail so you need more than academics to set yourself apart. Let's go over what you need to be doing as a medical student, outside of classes to be competitive.  00:00 Intro 00:41 Leadership 01:49 Research 02:36 Clinical Work or Shadowing 03:40 Hobbies Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pat...

Is Medical School Hard? 05.07.2022

Is medical school really that hard, or is it all hyped up? 00:00 Intro 00:53 Reality 01:42 The Fire Hose Analogy 03:02 Being Comfortable With Discomfort 04:35 Life Doesn’t Pause For You 06:12 Uncertainty Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor 🎵 Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@pathofadoctor 💌 Website/Newsletter: https:/...

5 Pre-Med Mistakes I Made 28.06.2022

Here are some things I wish I would have known as a pre-med. Avoid these mistakes and hopefully it will make your pre-med journey better than mine. 00:00 Intro 00:24 Spreading Myself Too Thin 01:30 Working Hard, Not Smart 02:41 Not Being Authentic To Myself 03:49 Not Exploring More 04:51 Not Enjoying The Process Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor 🐦 Twitter - http...

Time Management In Medical School 21.06.2022

Managing your time is very important as you only get busier in medicine. Let's go over a few time management tips that will help make your medical school journey more productive and enjoyable.  00:00 Intro 00:22 Plan Ahead 01:03 Weekly/Daily Gameplan 02:11 Wake Up Early 03:02 Pomodoro Technique/Chunking 04:00 Productive Breaks 04:41 Don’t Mix Work and Play Follow Along: 📸 Instagram - https:/...

How To Study In Medical School 19.06.2022

We go over how to effectively and efficiently study in medical school. Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.com

Extra-Curriculars For Medical School 19.06.2022

What extra-curriculars should you do in college to get into medical school? Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.com

How To Study In Pre-Med 19.06.2022

We go over pre-med study strategies.  Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.com

5 Reasons You Should NOT Be A Doctor 19.06.2022

It's very important to make sure you are pursuing medicine for the right reasons. Let's go over a few that shouldn't be on your list. Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 Ti...

5 Reasons You Should Be A Doctor 19.06.2022

There are some traits that might make you a good fit to be a doctor. Let's talk about it. Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gm...

Are Doctors Rich? 19.06.2022

Many people seem to think doctors are drowning in money, lets take a look. Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.com

You Need To Get A Job Before Medical School 19.06.2022

You need to get a job before medical school and we go over why. Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.com

Dealing With Uncertainty In Medical School 19.06.2022

Uncertainty can arise quite often in medical school in different areas of life, we go over it here.  Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email:...

Parents Forcing You To Go To Medical School? 19.06.2022

You have to have the right reasons for pursuing medicine. Your parents forcing you to do it is not one of them Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Em...

How To Stay Healthy In Medical School 19.06.2022

Staying healthy in your med school years is very important and we go over that here.  Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.com

Are You Smart Enough For Medical School? 19.06.2022

Many people often question if they're smart enough to be a doctor. Let's go over it. Follow Us: Blog: https://www.pathofadoctor.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFi2CdsBz4tS0QkuA-r0j5Q Instagram: www.instagram.com/pathofadoctor Twitter: https://twitter.com/pathofadoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/path-of-a-doctor-725238191 TikTok: @pathofadoctor Email: pathofadoctor@gmail.c...

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