Ryan Gray

The Premed Years

Science EN ↓ 640 episodes

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...

Author

Ryan Gray

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Science

Podcast website

www.premedyears.com

Latest episode

Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

507: She Took Classes at Community College and No One Questioned It! 08.11.2022

This first year medicial student started as a librarian for over a decade and followed her non-traditional path to medical school that included community college courses. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

Understanding Med School Application Services from MappdCon22 03.11.2022

To kick off our day, we will talk through how to understand application systems with the current Director of TMDSAS, Enrique Jasso Jr, & the Assistant Director of Application Services & Digital Outreach at AACOM, Taylor Jaczko.

506: Navigating the Premed Journey With Disabilities 01.11.2022

My guest and I talk the premed journey and how to navigate having a disability as a premed. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT I Use a Wheelchair. And Yes, I'm Your Doctor

MappdCon22: Inside Med Admissions with Dr. Leila Amiri and Mappd 27.10.2022

Hear directly from a current or previous director from the three medical school application systems. We welcome to this session Dr. Leila Amiri, along with Mappd's own Courtney Lewis & Dr. Scott Wright!

505: The Nursing to Medical School Route with Dr. Shenelle Wilson 25.10.2022

Dr. Shenelle Wilson talks creating a plan when choosing your undergrad major and how she started nursing school with premed plans. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Instagram: @shenellewilsonmd

Preparing for the MCAT from MappdCon22 20.10.2022

In this session, we'll focus on the MCAT. Let's hear from Hunter Enright, a premium MCAT tutor & instructor with Blueprint MCAT Prep, on how to best prepare yourself for this milestone exam!

504: Clinging to Medical Traditions and Where We are Now 18.10.2022

Guest and Author, Dr. Brian Elliott shares his intel on how we tend to cling to traditions in the medical field as well as how we can forge a path forward. Links: Full Episode Blog Post www.brianelliottmd.com   Meded Media

PA vs MD/DO - How to Choose from MappdCon22 13.10.2022

While similar, the physician and physician-assistant path are not completely the same. Let's talk with Savanna Perry, the founder of The PA Platform to learn about the PA path as well as how to decide which path is best for you!

503: The Stress of the Premed Process and How to Overcome 11.10.2022

Varinia Grannum, one of our expert premed advisors at MSHQ joins us to talk about the stress and fear of failure that premeds have and how to overcome. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd.com (Use the referral code: VARINIA and get three months free of Mappd App Pro)

Telling Stories for Greater Connection from MappCon22 06.10.2022

Storytelling is a powerful tool to support deeper and more meaningful relationships. But how do we tell good stories? Why should you care about stories on your path to becoming a physician? In this session, we will talk with Doctor Jeff Polish, a Storytelling Coach and the founder of the non-profit storytelling organization, The Monti in Durham, NC. Doctor Polish co-led a course on storytelling in...

502: Making The Most of Community College as an Immigrant 04.10.2022

Tyra joins us today to talk about how she has made the most of her time in the states and in community college, networking and making the process easier all. Links: Full Episode Blog Post mcatscholarship.com Meded Media

Understanding Med School Application Services from MappdCon22 29.09.2022

To kick off our day, we will talk through how to understand application systems with the current Director of TMDSAS, Enrique Jasso Jr, & the Assistant Director of Application Services & Digital Outreach at AACOM, Taylor Jaczko.

501: Premed Secrets from a Former Director of Admissions 27.09.2022

Dr. Scott Wright is the former Director of Admissions at UT Southwestern. He used to run the entire TMDSAS system as well. He is now an advisor at Mappd. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Ask Mappd Meded Media

500: My Biggest Hope for You to be Your Best Self 21.09.2022

Dr. Gray celebrates 500 episodes today by having a heart-to-heart with you. He shares his thoughts on what he hopes you do every day as a premed and beyond. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Episode 230: Rejected From the Caribbean! Now with a US Acceptance! Episode 261: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to First-Year Medical Student Episode 256: A Look at Carle Illinois College of Medicine with Dr. King Li Ep...

499: Technology and the Future of Medicine for Premeds 06.09.2022

Dr. S. Scott Graham, author of The Doctor and the Algorithm, discusses tech in healthcare and what you can do to prepare yourself. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT The Doctor and the Algorithm by Dr. S. Scott Graham eShadowing.com Specialty Stories

498: Going Live with Dr. Gray 23.08.2022

Join us as Dr. Gray answers your premed questions LIVE! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media PMY437: How to Build the Ultimate Med School List Carle Illinois College of Medicine

497: Med School Dean Shares Thoughts on Physician Innovators 16.08.2022

Our guest today is the Dean of Carle Illinois College of Medicine, and we had a great conversation on what it means to be a physician innovator. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Carle Illinois College of Medicine

496: Answering MCAT Questions & More 09.08.2022

Today, Hunter joins me on my Instagram live for an awesome Q&A session. Tune in to see if we answered your questions. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

495: Premed Questions: Answered! 02.08.2022

Today we recap an Instagram live session I had where I had some great conversations with premeds and answered their questions. Join in to hear! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Ask Mappd Meded Media Choose DO Explorer MSAR

494: BTS of an Osteopathic Med School Admissions Office 28.07.2022

Courtney Lewis recently left the role of Director of Admissions at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. Today we talk about some of the admissions process! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

493: Answering The Questions YOU'RE Asking About Being Premed 12.07.2022

Today, I share an awesome Q&A session with my IG followers where I answer the top questions many premeds are asking. Tune in to see if I answer yours. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media IG: @medicalschoolhq

492: A Q&A with Dr. Gray 28.06.2022

Join us today for a recording of a live Q&A session to see if your questions get answered. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media IG: @medicalschoolhq

491: Do You Need A Postbac? 21.06.2022

So many students wonder if they need a postbac to boost their grades. Let's talk about who is the best fit for a postbac journey. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media National Association for the Advisors in the Health Professions (NAAHP)

490: Let's Chat RESEARCH! 14.06.2022

In today's episode, we chat with Dr. Chan & Dr. Grace about their research and our upcoming research that YOU can be involved in. Listen in to check it out. Links: Full Episode Blog Post premedsurvey.com (Once you complete the survey, you'll be entered to win either a $100 gift card or one of five 45-minute calls with me.) Meded Media

489: Single Mom to Med School 07.06.2022

This student has gone through the premed process and medical school with a child- how did she do it? How can other single moms do the same? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

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