The Dental Download

In this episode, I'm joined with Diana who is a D3 student at Stony Brook. Not only do we talk about her experience at Stony Brook and her involvement in student organizations, we also get into tons of pre-dental advice! We talk about the application, low stats, interviews, gap years, shadowing, personal statement and more.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dent...

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Chad Wagner to reflect his dental school experience and journey to oral surgery. Currently an oral surgery resident, he shares what it took to enter the military and dental school through the HPSP Scholarship Program and general advice for dental students. Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Contact Dr. Chad: Cha...

In this episode, Haley shares tons of amazing tips about ways for incoming dental students to immerse themselves in dental to start learning as well as get themselves more comfortable and excited to start this next big chapter of their lives!  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Ha...

In this episode I am joined with Jim Kachmar of Doctors Disability Specialists to talk about preparing for the real world after graduating dental school. This involves getting disability insurance! We chat about some of the important things to know and what to avoid in order to set yourself up for success later on.   Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentald...

In this episode I talk with Dr. Shahid about his journey in dentistry so far. As a 2020 grad from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry, Dr. Shahid took advantage of an opportunity to purchase two startups with his brother in a rural area. We talk about purchasing a practice, and best advice for pre-dental students. We also discuss his mentoring services and...

In this episode I contacted a lot of dental students around the country for their experiences with housing and roommates. I also share my own! We have perspectives of moving close to home, across the country, living with classmates or a partner, pets, commuting from your parents and more. 

This week we are joined with one of the hosts of the Dental Student Podcast, Onni Franco. He is currently working on his orthodontics residency and we talk about the process of getting into a speciality residency/the match process. We also talk about advice for pre-dental students that my be struggling during the pandemic or are still waiting to hear back from schools.  Engage with the podcast on...

Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleyschultz_yt/

In this episode we are joined with Navia, a Canadian dental student attending Indiana University School of Dentistry. We talk about the curriculum similarities and differences between IU and UMich, as well as some other highlights Navia loves about her program. We also talk about her experience applying to dental schools in the US as an international student as well as her unique education/researc...

This week we are joined with Dr. Ravon. He is a periodontist in the Beverly Hills CA area. He came to the US from France to be trained a dentist here and worked for a few years as a general dentist before specializing in periodontics. He shares his mistakes and best decisions throughout practice ownership and freelancing along with his advice for incoming dental students about forming a clear visi...

In this episode I am joined again with Dr. Hamza Gaj and Dr. Steven Lu. We talk about what salary you should expect as a new grad, how to work with mentors and how dental school clinics differ from real clinic settings.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Hamza's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mogaj/ Steven's Instagram: https://www.ins...

In this episode, I'm joined with a Brian Hanks to talk about buying a dental practice!  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Brian Hank's Website: https://brianhanks.com/book Brian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentalpracticetransitions/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: https://www.insta...

In this episode, I'm joined with a D2 at UMich. Samm and I discuss the different mental health challenges we have faced so far in dental school as well as our favorite ways to take care of ourselves. We share resources, experiences and more! Call NAMI: 1-800-950-NAMI Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Samm's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s...

In this episode I'm joined with Dr. Marianne who currently practices orthodontics in Los Angeles CA. She completed her dental school at Loma Linda and residency at UCSF. We talk about her experience at those programs, working as an associate in private practice and some of the cool transformations she has been a part of!   Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d...

This episode I go over everything that happened during D1 Fall semester. I talk through each class we took, how I managed my time, my favorite study tool and everything outside of academics! I have some new Executive Board roles and have a new plan for my future after graduation. I also talk about housing, making friends and keeping balance. I hope you enjoy!  Engage with the podcast on Insta...

This week we are joined with Dr. Nikhil Sharma of Toronto, Ontario. We talk about his unique journey in dentistry including an accelerated dental program, a GPR at a hospital in New York, pediatric dentistry, teaching and working in private practice. I hope you enjoy!  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Chat with Dr. Nik: https://www.instagr...

In this episode I am joined with my classmate Jenna to talk about physical health in dental school. We talk about finding time to workout, ways to maintain a healthy diet and her experience as a pro-natural bikini competitor. This episode features tips for any student with all levels health & fitness experience. Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodc...

In this episode I am joined with Ashly, a D4 at Texas A&M School of Dentistry that plans to pursue pediatric dentistry upon graduation. She also runs a business for pre-dental students called Dear Dental School.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Ashly's Email: studentdentistashly@gmail.com Ashly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d...

In this episode I am joined with my classmate Mitch! We talk about our sim lab experience in D1 fall and share any advice that we have when it comes to drilling, filling, working with faculty and upperclassman and buying loupes. We also touch on what we think is helpful for pre-dents when looking ahead to sim lab one day.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dental...

In this weeks episode we are joined with Dr. Elizabeth Ivey to talk about her experience in her orthodontics residency and how the application process works.   Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/  Dr. Ivy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lipsticksandorthodontics/  Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchu...

Today Haley is joined with two of her classmates to discuss time management in dental school.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Rob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertmora__/ John's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_robertson9/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: https://w...

This week are joined by Dr James Lee, a general dentist in Boston and part of the ADA New Dentist Committee.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleyschultz_yt/ Dr. James' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesleedmd/

In this episode we are joined with Laura Vong. Laura is a 4th year dental student at the University of Washington and has a popular YouTube channel called Laura Smiles. We answer all of your questions ranging from growing social media, the differences between D1/D2 years and D3/D4s in clinic, why she chose dentistry and how she spent her gap year.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https:...

This week we talk about dental shadowing! I give Do's and Don'ts submitted by dentists and also share what my experience was shadowing as a pre-dental student.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleyschultzdental/

This week we are joined with Dr. Karras to talk about her experience of choosing an orthodontic residency program and working as an Orthodontist in Chicago.  Dr. Karras' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.karrasortho/ Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: http...