The Dental Download

This week we compare dental school to undergrad. Haley uses her own experience and input from dentists and dental students through Instagram. 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 by Pediatric Dentist Dr. Jordan Virden from Baltimore Maryland. Let me know what you think of the episode on Instagram!  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Dr. Jordan Virden's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallteeth_bigworld/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchultz Haley's Instagram: http...

In this episode Haley is joined by Dr. Jordan Brown to talk about his experience leading up to dental school, during dental school at UMich and now in his general dentistry residency program. They also discuss the importance of increasing diversity and equity in dental schools. In addition, Dr. Brown shares his positive experience with the National Health Core Scholarship Program.  Engage wit...

In this episode I sit down with my  roommate Amanda to share our thoughts on D1 fall so far since moving to Ann Arbor and starting our 23 credit term. We also talk about her experience as a pre-dental student and she shares some of her tips for applying to dental school and time management. Amanda was an RA for 3 years, worked at a restaurant, studied Nutritional Sciences, was on executive bo...

This week we are joined with Dr. Zaid to talk about her journey into pediatric dentistry. We discuss what she did to prepare for applying to residency and how she liked her program at Michigan. We also talk about what made her a good fit to work with children.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Dr. Zaid's Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

Dr. Joyce Kahng (known as "Joyce the Dentist" on Instagram, YouTube & TikTok) joins us to talk about branding on social media, finding the right practice to purchase, teaching at USC and so much more.  Dr. Joyce's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joycethedentist/ Dr. Joyce's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSYxaX3vs3i7jyzmZBSAGKg Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https:/...

In today's episode, Haley reflects on what she learned about being a dental student throughout her first semester. She also talks about what her finals schedule was like and how the exams went. 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...

This week I talk with Dr. Rob about his experience doing an AEGD program after graduating from Loma Linda Dental School. We talk through the differences between GPRs and AEGDs and how to apply to them. He also gives insight into why he pursued an MPH before dental school and how he uses his passion for public health to educate about LGBTQ health in dentistry.  Dr. Rob's Instagram: https://www...

This week I talk with Dr. Hamza Gaj about his experience reapplying to dental school and attending Midwestern IL. He gives a lot of great advice on things he learned throughout dental school and working as a general dentist.  Dr. Gaj’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mogaj  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/  Haley's YouTube Ch...

In this solo episode, I share how her first experience of midterms went in dental school! After 3 midterms, I have adjusted my studying tactics a bit. I answer all of your questions from Instagram about study habits, planning ahead and nerves. I also give some updates in the beginning about our new fall semester schedule and breakdown which clubs I'll be joining in dental school.  Engage with...

This week I talk with Dr. Steven Lu about his experience at University of Michigan School of Dentistry as an out of state student from California. We discuss how his board exams went to become licensed in California where he is now practicing at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). He also shares his insight on AEGD/GPR programs and gives tips for dental school interviews.  Dr. Steven'...

Today's episode has been highly requested! I wanted to wait until a little later in the summer to post it because I didn't want anyone stressing about interviews too early. I think the month of August is the perfect time to start doing mock interviews or figuring up your perfect Zoom interview set up. You will all do an amazing job at your interviews!   Engage with the podcast on Instagr...

This week's episode we have a pre-dental student guest. I connected with Maddy through her popular YouTube page @beneath.the.teeth. She shares her experience at The University of Utah in their Pre-Dental Society, attended service trips to the Philippines, working as a dental assistant and more. She also explains her timeline as a pre-dental student included gap years which can provide some ease th...

In this episode, Haley runs through her D1 Summer Classes looking at both the work load and course style given that her first term of dental school is completely online. She also talks about her orientation program & ways she is getting involved in student organizations. Be sure to leave a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts if you liked this episode! Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://...

Dr. Connie Wang earned her PharmD degree and decided to pursue her DMD. She is now finishing her D1 year at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. We discuss how she ended up in pharmacy school, why she finished her program and how that prepared her for dental school. Also, she explains her advice for figuring out the right health profession for yourself earlier on.  Engage with the podc...

This week I wanted to go a little deeper by shedding some light on a hard aspect of being pre-dental or a dental student. Comparison is something everyone I speak with agrees is a large hurdle to deal with in undergrad classes with the DAT and with application season. Unfortunately, comparison struggles stick around in dental school and even when working as a dentist. This episode draws on my own...

Dr. Emily shares her experience purchasing and managing a dental practice. She gives advice to young dentists and shares tips for budgeting after dental school. We discuss everything she loves about her work and the challenges she faces some days.  Engage with the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast/ Haley's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HaleySchul...

Anyone in dental school, that is pre-dental or has recently graduated definitely needs to listen to this week’s episode with Dr. Shivani Kamodia. Not only does she give a great perspective on her time in dental school, she is also very real about what life is like as a dentist. She gives amazing advice like “Don’t wait until you’re a dentist to be happy.” We discuss topics like comparison, fi...

Today’s episode was highly requested! Haley is joined with Liz Eom to talk about their experiences studying for and taking the DAT. After a general rundown of the exam, they each give strategies for creating a study plan, time management & test day advice. They go through advice for each section of the DAT and talk about how to get a competitive score. Liz also shares her experience retaking t...

Our guest for this episode is Valentina Leonett. She is just finishing up her D2 year at ASDOH and had so many great things to share. We discuss her journey getting accepted to dental school with attending Nova Southeastern University for undergrad, applying twice to dental school and eventually why she chose ASDOH. We also talk about what she loves about ASDOH, the school's Public Health focus an...

In this episode, Haley talks about applying to dental school! This is a super large topic to cover in one episode, but it gives an overview of many important aspects of preparing to apply to dental school, filling out the application & secondaries and the cost of the whole process. Reach out on Instagram if you want an episode going more in depth to any of the topics covered!  Engage with...

I'm so excited to have our first guest on the Dental Download podcast, Eleni. Eleni is finishing up her D1 year at Tufts School of Dental Medicine. She completed a masters program before dental school and has a lot of great advice for pre-dental students or incoming dental students. Her Instagram and YouTube are linked below! Can't wait to share episodes with more guests in the future including de...

In this episode, Haley talks about her senior year at MSU. This includes traveling for dental school interviews amidst tough exams and snow storms.  She also talks through her classes and why they were helpful. In addition, she covers the exciting times she had with friends and family to make this overall her best year of college! I hope this episode if useful and motivating for students in t...

In this episode, Haley talks about her junior at MSU. From finding new ways to motivate herself in tough, upper level science courses to devoting hours a week for extracurriculars, she grew a lot as a person! In the summer, she took classes, had a job as a campus tour guide, applied to dental school and went on a study abroad to Australia. I hope this episode if useful and motivating for students...

This episode of The Dental Download Podcast covers everything Haley did during her sophomore year of undergrad to push her along her pre-dental journey. She shares her study tips for earning a great GPA and overcoming challenging classes. She explains her volunteering within the community, internationally in the Dominican Republic and at the event for the Michigan Mission of Mercy. After a busy sc...