The Premed Years

Dr. Molly Martin didn't really know she wanted to be a physician until later in undergrad. Listen to her journey, which includes a love for the Latino culture. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Medical Spanish Podcast –  www.medicalspanishpodcast.com Reach out to Dr. Martin on Twitter  @medspanishpod Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes:  medicalschoolhq.net/itune...

Ricky from GapMedics.com stops by to discuss what shadowing abroad can do for the premed and what experiences are available. We discuss travel, safety and more. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out  Gap Medics. Related episode:  The Pros and Cons of Global Healthcare Experiences Related episode:  Shadowing Secrets for Every Premed Need MCAT Prep?  Save on...

Ryan and Allison discuss a very disturbing article on KevinMD from a physician who seems disgruntled with the healthcare system. We talk about why we disagree! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post Check out our private Facebook group at www.medicalschoolhq.net/group and hang out with us. KevinMD article on There Was a Time When Doctors Were Doctors Listen to our podcast for free at iTu...

Improving patient communication, whether as a premed or medical student or beyond is the number one skill that you can start working on now with real benefits! 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: 16 Golden Rul...

Ryan and Allison discuss what they are looking forward to in 2015 and what you can do as a premed and medical student to prepare yourself! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Blueprint MCAT (formerly Next Step Test Prep) : Get one-on-one tutoring for the MCAT and maximize your score. Get $50 off their tutoring program when you mention that you heard about this on the podcast or throu...

Ryan talks about some of his favorite highlights from 2014, including some awesome download numbers from the podcast and visitors to the website. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Free MCAT Gift : Free 30+ page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score and which includes discount codes for MCAT prep as well. Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes:  medicalschoolhq...

Ryan now has an acceptance to medical school, but as a premed, that wasn't always a sure thing. With several alcohol related incidents, he needed to change! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Check out Dr. Gray’s  Premed Playbook  series , with books on the medical school personal statement, the medical school interview, and the MCAT! Related episode:  Disclosing a DU...

As a premed, you think you are kind of the hill. Then medical school hits and you realize you are average! Then in practice you realize there is more to learn!

Dr. Anita Showalter began her undergrad career as a nursing student. After some twists and turns, ultimately decided that being a physician was what she wanted! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Student Doctor Network Free MCAT Gift : Free 30-page guide with tips to help you maximize your MCAT score. Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes:  medicalschoolhq.net/itunes  a...

Dr. Bryan Vartabedian from 33charts.com joins us to discuss how premeds, medical students and physicians need to take advantage of their online presence Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Blueprint MCAT (formerly Next Step Test Prep) : Maximize your MCAT score and get $100 off their tutoring program when you mention that you heard about this on the podcast or through the MSHQ websit...

Session 104 What a great two-year journey it has been for the Medical School HQ Podcast. Yup! This 104th episode actually marks the second year anniversary of our podcast. Four episodes ago we played the 100th podcast, where we featured stories from our listeners. Today, let this episode be our opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude for what amazing journey it has been for us as physicians...

Shay is the author of the book Getting Into Medical School: The Ultimate Guide for the Anxious Premed. Listen to her journey and how she overcame mistakes. 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: Overcoming Obstac...

Neal was a minister, but wanted something different when he was interaction with others in medical environments. Listen to his journey back into school & more! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Listen to our podcast for free at iTunes:  medicalschoolhq.net/itunes iAnnotate app:  www.branchfire.com/iannotate Notability:  www.gingerlabs.com/ SpeedUp TV:  www.s...

The Academic Medicine journal had a great article about the habits and attitudes of physicians, things you can start doing now as a premed! We talk about them. 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 M...

Session 100!! Your premed stories are shared this week! 6 different listeners called/wrote in to share their premed journey to medical school. You must listen! Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post For more episodes full of premeds calling in and sharing their stories, check out the Premed Diaries podcast! Related episode: 1st Year of Medical School for a Nontraditional Premed . Related...

Thomas, a listener of the podcast, emailed in a great question about balancing family life and being a physician. We give our thoughts on the subject and more! 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:  Medical...

Dr. Danielle Ofri has a great piece in the New York Times titled "The Physical Exam as Refuge." Allison and I discuss this and give our thoughts for the premed. 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...

In this episode, Allison and Ryan answer listener questions about choosing an undergrad, clinical volunteering, what to do before medical school and much more! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Any questions? Record a voice message, call us, or simply write an email over our “Ask Us a Question” page. www.medicalschoolhq.net/question To download the 30+-page report with tricks and d...

Dr. Rivera, Director of Admissions at NYU, talks about their innovative 3 year MD program and what it means for the future of medicine. Hint - It sounds great! 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: 3-year PA-to-...

In this episode we talk to Deandre, a 1st year BU Medical Student who was lost as a premed. He spent several years at community college before finding his way! Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Connect with Deandre on Twitter @doctororbust Deandre’s blog: doctororbust.wordpress.com Related episode: Interview with a 56-Year-Old Medical Student Related episode: Deciding if Medicine i...

In today’s episode, I talk with Ryan Michler, a financial advisor who specializes in working with physicians. 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:  Setting Yourself Up for Financial Success, Starting Now...

In today's episode, Ryan talks with Dr. Chad Hendrickson, who recently got out of army as a dermatologist and is now working private practice. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Military Medical School:  Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Related episode:  Military Medical School and Being a Medical Officer Related episode:  How Do I Transition from the Military to...

In this episode, Ryan is joined by Allison as they talk about Allison’s first work anniversary in private practice. This episode is framed for premed students and medical students or even residents as to what certain things need to be considered when thinking about work in private practice. Links and Other Resources: Full Episode Blog Post Are you a nontraditional student? Go check out  oldpremeds...

Back again for the fourth time, Dr. Greg Polites graces today’s show. Dr. Polites is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine. He serves as Chairman of the Central Subcommittee for Admissions to the School of Medicine and is the former coursemaster for the Practice of Medicine for the 1st and 3rd-year medical students there. In today’s episode, Greg...

In today’s episode, Ryan talks with Lea, a premed student at Pitzer College in California. Today she shares with us tips for developing study habits, preparing for the MCAT, the 7-year BA/DO program that she’s currently attending, the tools and resources she used along the journey, and just a little bit of everything. Links and Other Resources Full Episode Blog Post College Info Geek  from Thomas...