The Pre-admission Game

Wondering how the GAMSAT and MMI ties into the doctor job? Or perhaps you're on the fence, wondering whether medicine is right for you? Join Aharon and Mitch as we chat about the ins and outs of the junior doctor job, and give you a bit of background context for your pre-admission preparation.

In the world of medicine, we often hear the phrase "publish or perish". In this episode, Mitch and Aharon deep dive into the world of research! Tune in to learn about the types of research that exist in the medical world, how to choose the right one for you, and how it will help your medical career. We'll also answer the most important question of all - is it even worth it? 

Is my resumé too empty? How do I really impress an admissions committee? Is one million hours of volunteering enough to help me cross the finish line of a medical interview? If these are questions you've been asking yourself, perhaps it's time to tune into this episode of the Pre-Admission Game. Join Mitch and Aharon as they hash out the different flavours of resumé building. In this episode, we c...

Post-interview time is absolutely crazy. Whether you get a spot in medical school or you don't - the thing that matters most is being one step ahead of the game! In this episode, Mitch and Aharon have a chat about post-interview nerves, post-interview celebrations, and most importantly, what to do if there's a less than happy email coming to your inbox.

In this episode of the Pre-Admission Game, Aharon and Mitch tackle the controversial question - should you accept your first medical school offer? Tune in to hear all about the most important aspects of hedging your bets, deferring, or jumping at medical school opportunity.

In this episode of the Pre-Admission Game, Aharon and Mitch take a deep dive into the age old question - does university prestige matter? Tune in to learn about QS rankings, how to interpret them, and what do they mean for your medical career!

Back for another season of the Pre-Admission Game, Aharon and Mitch are here for an after-the-game breakdown of the most recent GAMSAT. Join us, roughly a month after the March GAMSAT, as we step back from the stress of the test, and talk about everything new and different in this most recent GAMSAT exam sitting.  No matter whether you are a GAMSAT veteran or are just starting to to prepare f...

In this episode, the Aharon and Mitch of the Pre-Admission Game present Yusuf, our resident Chemistry expert. As is suggested by the name of the subject, Chemistry tends to be a mystery to many students, who find the graphical element of the questions challenging under the timed conditions of the GAMSAT.  Yusuf explains that the challenge presented by chemistry questions can actually be turne...

Continuing our "Meet the Leads" special podcast series, in this episode of the Pre-Admission Game, Aharon and Mitch interview Andy. Alongside being a published, professional writer, Andy is the mastermind behind Fraser's Section 2 program.  To paraphrase Pixar's classic cartoon 'Ratatouille'  - "Anyone can write", but the trick is to know the recipe. Listen to this episode to find out th...

As our special podcast event moves forward, we are proud to introduce you to yet another titan in the world of GAMSAT preparation. Aharon and Mitch of the Pre-Admission Game are excite to introduce Chris - our resident physics expert. Chris is somewhat of a legend in the GAMSAT world, having achieved one the highest GAMSAT scores of all time 89! Today Chris joins us to answer all of your GAMSAT ph...

In this special series of the Pre-Admission Game, Aharon and Mitch invite you to meet the Fraser's GAMSAT leads. In this episode, we meet Meghana, our resident Section 1 expert and dentistry student. Together, we take a deep dive into everything Section 1, answering key questions about Section 1 timing and preparation strategies And don't forget to use our podcast promo code "podcast2022" to get a...

Who is who at the zoo?   Whether you are preparing for medical interviews or just about to start medical school, hospitals are complicated and intimidating places! It's often hard for students, both medical and pre-medical, to figure out the hierarchy of training.    In this episode of the Pre-Admission Game, Aharon and Mitch cover the basics of the different 'levels' of doctors tha...

Whether you've just come out of interview season, or you are thinking about applying to medical school next year it's important to keep on top of your interview game.  In this episode, Aharon and Mitch report on the 2021 interview season. We talk about the curveballs thrown by the universities, as well as handling interview stress that comes with the medical pre-admission marathon!

University exam are over, the sun is out, and it's time to enjoy your summer. But the March GAMSAT is looming! In this episode of the Pre-Admission Game, Mitch and Aharon give some tips about using your break to prepare for this medical entrance exam. This episode will be especially useful for students approaching their first sitting, but equally important for returning to the GAMSAT, while avoidi...

Medicine is a team sport - that's why medical interviewers are keen to see you expert communication, and conflict resolution skills. Join Aharon and Mitch as they discuss effective structures for approaching conflict, escalation, and teamwork medical interview stations. As a bonus, we also touch on how to present scenarios for open-ended interview questions.

Why do YOU want to study medicine? - This is probably the most common, and the most dreaded medical interview question of all time. Tune in to the Pre-Admission Game as we discuss how to avoid red flags and clichés when convincing your interviewer that you are the perfect medical candidate.

MMI interviews often ask students to consider public health problems facing the medical system. The way to think these stations is through the "Bio-Psycho-Social" model of healthcare. In this episode, Mitch and Aharon break down the major issues in public health, as well as possible solutions to these challenges.

As the GAMSAT season draws to a close, it's time for us to discuss exactly how the GAMSAT is marked. What do the section scores mean? How can I maximise my chances of admission? All this and more, from the resident Fraser's GAMSAT marking expert.

One of the most frequently encountered medical interview stations asks candidates to consider the challenges faced by rural Australian healthcare. In this episode, Mitch and Aharon consider the concept of the 'tyranny of distance', as well strategies that exist to alleviate health disparities in remote and rural regions.

Autonomy. Beneficence. Non-Maleficence. Justice. You may have heard these words, but what do they really mean? More importantly, how do they apply to the medical school interview? Tune in as Mitch and Aharon break down the principles of med interview ethics stations, with a bonus MMI question discussion towards the end!

In this episode, we dissect the Melbourne University medical interview, and medical school experience. Aharon, a final year, talks about his time in both the rural and metro clinical schools. We'll also consider the UniMelb course structure and key interview values.

In this episode, we take a look at the Notre Dame medical interview experience. Mitch, a 4th year from Notre Dame, tells us about Notre Dame's clinical schools in around Melbourne and Sydney. We'll also discuss the role of catholic values in the interview and portfolio - are they important?

In this episode, we dive deep into the details you need to know for the ANU medical interview. With the help of a medical student from Canberra, we discuss key values, curriculum structure, and interview format that will help prepare you for the big day!

In this pilot episode, we introduce the Fraser’s podcast. They discuss tips leading into interview preparation, University preferencing, and managing the stress of GAMSAT. We also chat about the road ahead – and mention the medical interview preparation series that will be launched in the coming weeks. We are also fielding ideas for future episodes – if you have any questions about pursuing medici...

Chris scored one of the highest  ever overall scores in the GAMSAT. We wanted to know what exactly he did in his preparations that allowed him to score exceptionally in all 3 sections. We find out what Chris thought about the different sections for this sit and also his experience as a Fraser’s student. If you, like Chris, are also pursuing medicine and need any help with the GAMSAT or applic...