The Premed Years

Whether you are just starting out on your journey, or ready to apply this coming year, there are things that you should keep in mind for the new year. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post The Premed Years podcast session 11: Interview with a 56-Year Old Medical Student ryan@medicalschoolhq.net www.medicalschoolhq.net/premedcalendar www. OldPreMeds.org

Prompted from a post in our Facebook group, I wanted to tell you why I think having a backup plan for medical school is a bad idea. Backed by science of course! 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:  Rejec...

Dr. Hure is a Caribbean medical school grad who went on to complete a Dermatology residency and Dermatopathology fellowship. Hear her specialty story. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.mededmedia.com Email Ryan at  ryan@medicalschoolhq.net Specialist Stories Podcast The OldPreMeds Podcast The MCAT Podcast

A voicemail was sent in asking a question about international students getting accepted to medical school. I answer that and other premed questions. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post MSAR College Information Book www.medicalschoolhq.net/group Ryan is working with students for the 2017 application (for acceptance in 2018) and his prices are going up in January. If you’re interested...

There are so many moving pieces to the medical school application. The most common mistake is waiting too long to start it. Don't be the one who misses out! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post ryan@medicalschoolhq.net TMDSAS AACOMAS AMCAS MSAR College Information Book www.medicalschoolhq.net/group www.medicalschoolhq.net/coaching

Ryan answers two emails that came in on the same day about gap years and decided to dig into what it is and the pros and cons of taking one. Check it out! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Harvard Crimson  article about students taking gap years before medical school. Related episode:  What Are Some Good Gap Year Ideas? Related episode:  Develop Your Patient Skills with an Incredib...

Allison and Ryan discuss the recent election results and whether or not it should affect your decision to apply to medical school. Oh, and we celebrate 4 years! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Book Mentions: The Spirit Catches You When You Fall Down  by Anne Fadiman Atul Gawande’s books Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer

Shiv Gaglani started medical school knowing he was interested in business. Two years later, he co-founded Osmosis and is now making an impact in the world. 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:  Entreprene...

Recorded live at the AMSA PremedFest conference at USF and the UC Davis Pre-Health conference, listen to what students are thinking about for a specialty. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Check out the  AMSA Convention – February 2017  and use the code:  MSHQ17  to save some money on this big event happening in DC. UC Davis Pre-Health Conference Texture app www.mededmedia.com

Ryan talked to Hanaan about why her lack of mentorship as a premed, switching to an NP program and then figuring out that she truly wants to be a physician. 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:  Interview...

Ryan talked about some of the most common questions that he answers for premed students, as well as common mistakes premed students make. Hear them now! 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:  Premed 101: What...

Ryan answers questions that have come in through our Facebook group, and email. We cover a lot of different topics, so there will be something for you. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.mededmedia.com OldPreMeds.org AMCAS AACOMAS ACGME AOA

Todd Miner joins Ryan to talk about how the Wilderness Medicine program at the University of Colorado SoM is helping premeds get exposure to medicine. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.coloradowm.org Visit  AMSA Conference  to check out upcoming conferences near you. Save money when you register and use the code:  MSHQ17 . Wilderness Medicine program at the University of Colora...

Dr. Sabry started Physician Moms Group to help herself through tough times. What came out of it is something special. With 60+k members, PMG is making waves. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Physician Mother Group PMG Facebook group Connect with Hala through email at  hala_sabry@yahoo.com www.mededmedia.com Elite Medical Scribes  www.medicalschoolhq.net/ems

200 Episodes and almost 1,000,000 downloads. You've been there for us, and I hope that we've been there for you on your journey to medical school. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Send Ryan an email at  ryan@medicalschoolhq.net www. MedEdMedia.com www. OldPreMeds.org www.medicalschoolhq.net/group Next Step Test Prep OldPreMeds Podcast The Premed Playbook The MCAT Podcast modern ve...

The Short Coat Podcast is from the students at Iowa's Carver College of Medicine. After talking to them, I think every med school should have a podcast! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.mededmedia.com The Short Coat Podcast University of Iowa’s Carver College of Medicine The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview on Kindle www.medschoolinterviewbook.com

Anje'le is a current medical student who used an often overlooked aspect of postbac programs - linkage. She used the linkage to earn her a spot in medical school. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.mededmedia.com Next Step Test Prep – Check out their first MCAT course . Use the Coupon Code: MSHQ to get some discounts. Sign up for a free audio book at  www.audibletrial.com/mshq w...

Larry Cohen is a lawyer who works a lot with healthcare workers who find themselves fighting to get or keep their licenses. If you have questions, listen now. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post If you wish to speak with Larry to find out more, contact him through email at  ljc@cohenscounsel.com  or call him at 602-404-4022 or 602-2266-3080. Related episode:  What Are Med School Red...

Dr. Nii Darko took the long road to medicine. Growing up a first gen student left him learning about medicine from The Cosby Show. Learn how it influenced him. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Nii’s podcast,  Docs Outside the Box Nii’s blog,  Keeping Up with the Darkos Join the  AMSA Premed Fest  on October 1-2, 2016 in Tampa, Florida and get the chance to hang out with other prem...

Cramfighters came from Amit watching his wife struggle coming up with a plan to study for the boards. What was born is a new way to create a study schedule. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.cramfighter.com www.mededmedia.com www.medschoolinterviewbook.com

Jeff Gazzara wasn't going to let his vision stop him from becoming a physician. Learn how he overcome obstacles and some possible biases on his journey. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.themcatpodcast.com www.medschoolinterviewbook.com

The MCAT Podcast is a collaboration between Next Step Test Prep and the Medical School Headquarters. This is a must listen to for those prepping for the MCAT. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Go to  www.medicalschoolhq.net/mcatclass  and use the coupon code: MCATPOD to save money off their tutoring and 10% off their products www.mcatpodcast.com/subscribe

Ryan discusses some key facets of the medical school interview. Being prepared to talk about yourself is one of hardest parts. Ryan breaks it down for you. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out my book about the medical school interview:  The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview . Related episode:  What If I Don’t Have a Response to an Interview Question? Rel...

Ryan takes questions asked in the Hangout and answers them here. If you have questions about the interview, check out http://www.medschoolinterviewbook.com! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.medschoolinterviewbook.com www.medicalschoolhq.net/group

Ryan answers some questions that were called and emailed in. One wanted to know about flight medic training, another about her chances and many other questions. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post www.medschoolinterviewbook.com AAMC website Table A-23  of the AAMC data AMCAS application Texas application AACOMAS application