Ryan Gray

The Premed Years

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If you're struggling on your premed journey, trying to figure out the best way to study for the MCAT, or trying to understand how to best apply to medical school, the award-nominated podcast, The Premed Years, has you covered. From interviews with Admissions Committee members and directors to inspirational stories from those who have gone before you, The Premed Years is like having a premed advisor in your pocket. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere else you listen to music or podcasts so you don't miss an episode. It's free. Every week. Don't forget to watch us...

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Ryan Gray

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264: Dean of MSUCOM Talks About Mission to Increase Canadian DOs 12.12.2017 38:36

Dean Strampel from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine joined us to talk about his school and what they are doing for Canadian premeds. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine Love in the Time of Medical School by Sarah Epstein Episode 251: How to Protect Your Relationships as a Premed and Med Student

263: He Figured Out How to Overcome His 2.75 Undergrad GPA 05.12.2017 41:35

Michael struggled through his undergrad with a 2.75 GPA and realized afterward that he wanted to be a physician. Listen to his journey and what he learned. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my premed advising services , including mock interviews, personal statement editing, and more! Related episode: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to First-Year Medical Student Related episode:...

262: The Physician Behind #LifeofaMedStudent Shares His Journey 28.11.2017 33:44

Charles is the founder of #LifeofaMedStudent. Take a listen to learn why he started it, and what you can learn from the med students talking about their life. Links: Full Episode Blog Post #LifeofaMedStudent #LifeofaMedStudent Twitter Twitter #LifeofaMedStudent Instagram Rural Health Program – IU Medical School MedEd Media when is the best time to have a baby four pillars of great med school appl...

261: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to First Year Medical Student 21.11.2017 47:04

Nneka is a 1st year med student who didn't think she had a chance. After a 2.7 UG GPA, poor MCAT scores and a failed application, learn what she did to succeed. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Premed Playbook series of books (available on Amazon) , with installments on the personal statement , the medical school interview , and the MCAT . Related episode: What...

260: This Doc Is Proving You Don't Have to Follow the Rules 14.11.2017 28:36

Dr. McDermott is a psychiatrist in private practice who is doing things differently. Listen to her story and see what you can do differently on your journey. Links: Full Episode Blog Post www.doctordenisemd.com Mental Health and How to Thrive www. MCATBook.com Next Step Test Prep The Dr. Denise Show

259: How Can I Improve My CARS Section Score on the MCAT? 07.11.2017 43:07

CARS (Critical Analysis and Reasoning) on the MCAT seems to give students the most trouble. Jack from JackWestin.com is here to help you score higher! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Save $100 on the Jack Westin course with this link: JackWestin.com . AAMC Official Practice Materials . Related podcast: The MCAT CARS Podcast co-hosted with Jack Westin . Related episode: What I...

258: Director of Admissions Talks About the Admissions Process 31.10.2017 56:44

Stephanie Petrosky, Director of Admissions at NSUDKCPCOM (formally referred to as Nova) joined me to talk about how her team reviews med school applications Links and Other Resource Full Episode Blog Post Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Related episode: Where to Get Letters of Recommendation as a Nontrad . Related episode: How Soon Can I Ask for a...

257: Author of Med School Uncensored Talks About his Journey 24.10.2017 48:17

Dr. Richard Beddingfield is a cardiothoracic anesthesiologist and author of Med School Uncensored. We talk about his journey and what he learned along the way. Links: Full Episode Blog Posts MedEd Media Med School Uncensored: The Insider’s Guide to Surviving Admissions, Exams, Residency, and Sleepless Nights in the Call Room

256: A Look at Carle Illinois College of Medicine with Dean Li 17.10.2017 48:10

Carle Illinois is hoping to change the way medicine is taught, focusing on engineering and medicine together. This is our discussion with the dean, Dr. King Li Links: Full Episode Blog Posts Carle Illinois College of Medicine Specialty Stories Podcast Episode 43: Community-Based Interventional Cardiology AMCAS AMCAS on Twitter MedEd Media Network

255: Q&A With Premed Students at a Small Liberal Arts School 12.10.2017 40:18

In this Q&A we talk HPSP, shadowing, clinical experiences, mistakes I made on my journey and so much more. Want me to talk with your club? Let me know! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media HPSP The Premed Years Podcast Episode 254: MD vs. PA! Let’s Talk About it with a PA to Help You Decide Habitat for Humanity National Health Service Corps

254: MD vs PA! Let's Talk About it with a PA to Help You Decide 03.10.2017 57:56

Savanna Perry is a PA who helps pre-PA students get into PA school? Sound familiar? We chat to discuss the differences in the career field to help you decide! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post The Pre-PA Club Podcast The PA Platform Related episode: “PA Turned MD Talks About Why He Made the Switch” Related episode: “MD or DO vs PA? How Do I Decide Which is Best?”

253: Almost Everything You Need to Know About Postbac Programs 26.09.2017 44:53

Dr. Glenn Cummings is the Director of the Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program at Bryn Mawr. We discuss mistakes students make and so much more about postbacs. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Bryn Mawr College Postbac Program Related episode: How Should I Evaluate Postbac Programs? Related episode: Choosing Between an SMP and Postbac Program . Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring,...

252: Navigating the Premed and Med School Path with ADHD 19.09.2017 35:03

David is a former member of the military and current med student. We discuss his journey with ADHD, PTSD and what made him successful getting into med school. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my  Premed Playbook  series of books (available on  Amazon) , with installments on  the personal statement ,  the medical school interview , and  the MC...

251: How to Protect Your Relationships as a Premed and Med Student 12.09.2017 46:30

Sarah Epstein is a Marriage and Family Therapist and author of Love in the Time of Medical School. We talk about how you can keep your relationships strong. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Love in the Time of Medical School by Sarah Epstein Related episode: How Relationships Change as a Premed and Med Student Related episode: Should You Consider Romance When Selecting a Med Sch...

250: The Extreme Burden of Being a Physician (It's worth it) 05.09.2017 46:02

With Houston still feeling the effects of Hurricane Harvey, and Hurricane Irma gunning towards Florida, how can we help and learn from those on the ground? Links: Full Episode Blog Post AMSA AMSA Premeda Pre-SOMA

249: This Physician Wants to Change The Narrative Around Death 29.08.2017 45:49

Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider is a Hospitalist turned evangelist for Palliative Care. Learn what you can be doing now to help patients in their most critical times. Links: Full Episode Blog Post 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 MCA...

248: From Premed to Attending Physician - Showing You the Path 22.08.2017 38:07

Have you ever wondered what the whole path to becoming a doc looks like? Ryan breaks down every step of the premed & med student journey to give you an idea! Links: Full Episode Blog Post MedEd Media Network 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 o...

247: Do You Need an MD(DO)/PhD to do Research as a Physician? 15.08.2017 49:42

Dr. Maureen Leonard discusses her journey to medicine and her life as a physician scientist, working 70-80% of her time doing research with "just" an MD. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Premed Playbook series of books (available on Amazon) , with installments on the personal statement , the medical school interview , and the MCAT . Related episode: Is Research...

246: Ask Dr. Gray, Premed Q&A - Lots of Great Questions Answered 08.08.2017 41:15

Dr. Gray answers several voicemails, as well as questions sent in during the Facebook Live. The Facebook Live videos will be a new podcast coming soon! Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY 241: Third Application Cycle was a Charm for This Premed! AAMC Postbac Page AMSA PremedFest Interfolio MedEd Media Network Academy of Podcasters Podcast Movement Facebook Hangout Group ryan@medicalschoolhq.net www....

245: Why Does Texas Have It's Own App and More TMDSAS Questions 01.08.2017 44:47

This week Dr. Gray got the chance to speak to the executive director of the TMDSAS, Dr. Scott Wright. We got behind the scenes at the TMDSAS for you! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post The TMDSAS Podcast List of the ten medical schools in Texas Related episode: What Do You Need to Do When Med School Applications Open? Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length pract...

244: Entrepreneurial Premed Stands Out For the Ivys 25.07.2017 37:22

Prerak is a premed student who is about to start medical school at Yale after a successful undergrad at Berkeley. Listen to his story and check out his YouTube. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Prerak Juthani on YouTube React! (Prerak’s Organic Chemistry Board Game) Related episode: This Med Student Took a Leave of Absence and Started Osmosis . Related episode: The One Thing You...

243: A Burnout Story and What You Can Do to Avoid It 18.07.2017 21:31

Allison joins us to talk about her experience with burnout during residency and we talk about how you can hopefully cope during a stressful time. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my Premed Playbook series of books (available on Amazon) , with installments on the personal statement , the medical school interview , and the MCAT . Related post: Avoiding the Burn: 7 T...

242: Secondary Essay Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them 11.07.2017 15:16

Once you submit your primary application, the work isn't over, secondary essays are still a huge part of your medical school application. Listen to the show! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out our Medical School Secondary Application Essay Database . Check out our Secondary Essay Editing service . Related episode: Does It Matter How Fast I Turn Around My Secondary Essays...

241: Third Application Cycle was a Charm for this Premed! 04.07.2017 51:08

Many students would have given up, but Natalie didn't. She took each obstacle and learned from it, ultimately gaining acceptance to six medical schools. Links: Full Episode Blog Post The Hangout Group on Facebook The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview Mock Interview Platform MedEd Media Network AAMC List of Postbaccalaureate Programs

240: Premed Q&A: MCAT Timing, Shadowing, ECs and More! 27.06.2017 45:08

Ryan jumped on a Facebook Live and answered your questions live. Check out the great questions that came in. Join us at http://medicalschoolhq.net/group . Links: Full Episode Blog Post TEDTalk by Simon Sinek: Start With Why AMSA Premed Fest on November 4-5, 2017 The Premed Years Podcast Session 171: Reapplying to Medical School – What You Need to Know to Improve Specialty Stories Episode 29: Wha...