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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488: How Do I Explain Life Circumstances Leading to a Low GPA 24.05.2022 1:05:55

Today's student had a family impacted by Harvey and a pregnant girlfriend that contributed to a low GPA when he started off. How does he approach discussing it? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Casper AAMC PREview

487: Saving $100k in Tuition By Understanding the Power of Trends 10.05.2022 30:25

Medical School is EXPENSIVE. Let's talk about a student kept from paying a ton in tuition. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Kevin Ahern’s YouTube video on acing your medical school interview Meded Media Mappd MCATflashcards.com

486: "I'm Proud Of You Black Man": Dr. Russell Ledet Interview 04.05.2022 43:24

This is an interview with an amazing man, Dr. Russel Ledet. Let's talk about the adversity he's faced and overcome as a Black man pursuing medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The 15 White Coats Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the15whitecoats  

485: 2.24 GPA. Single Mom. Career-Changer. Accepted! 26.04.2022 54:30

A career-changing single mom with a 2.25 GPA to an accepted med student- how did she do it? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Talk to a Blueprint MCAT expert by calling Blueprint MCAT at 1-888-4BPPREP.

484: Turning 52 and Starting Med School 20.04.2022 1:01:04

Today we talk with a premed who decided to change paths over 20 years ago, then came back around eventually and started medical school at 52. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

483: This Premed Almost Gave Up and Look At Them Now 05.04.2022 43:15

This premed almost gave up on their journey but ended up accepted to their DREAM med school- let's chat about their journey and what inspired them. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

482: Raised In Africa, Med School In America 29.03.2022 50:39

This inspiring student came to America, knowing he wanted to be a doctor. Let's chat about his journey as a premed, from being an immigrant to where he is now. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

481: Advice For Premeds 22.03.2022 1:11:34

Today's episode is an Instagram live recap full of great advice for premeds. Tune in to hear if your questions get answered. Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY437: How to Build the Ultimate Med School List Application Academy Meded Media Free MCAT flashcards The Premed Playbook: Guide to the MCAT

480: International Student to U.S. Med Student 15.03.2022 37:08

Today we chat with an amazing incoming medical student from Brazil who made it into a U.S. medical school. Let's talk about her path & what it takes. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media F1 Doctor The MCAT Podcast Anki

479: Corpsman & Community College to His Dream Med School 08.03.2022 42:26

Today we chat with Justin, who came from a position in the military and completed many pre-requisites at a CC, about his acceptance to his dream school. Let's hear about his journey! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Medical School Application Books

478: Another Q&A With Dr. Gray 22.02.2022 1:24:06

Let's tune in to an awesome Q&A session that I didn't want you to miss out on! Will your premed questions get answered? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process eShadowing.com     Application Academy

477: Q&A Session with Dr. Gray 15.02.2022 1:00:15

Today we recap our awesome friday sessions where I answer questions from premed students like you! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Academy The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement Blueprint and Sketchy MCAT Application Renovation

476: Sub-2.5 GPA to Med Student 08.02.2022 37:37

Today we chat with Mandy, an amazing student athlete who overcame a low GPA to become a premed student. Let's get inspired by her story! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media

Bonus Episode—Finding Your Seed from Application Academy 02.02.2022 2:19:52

This is a recording of our Application Academy session on 2/1 covering finding your seed for a personal statement. It's the core of your "why medicine" answer. If you're interested in signing up for Application Academy and working with me and the Mappd team for 40 weeks, register at applicationacademy.com. Registration closes on 2/11.

475: The Future of Osteopathic Medicine 01.02.2022 54:28

Today we talk to Dr. Carmody about obstacles osteopathic med schools may face in the future with student loan changes. We talk about other topics as well! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Know more about Dr. Bryan Carmody on: Website: The Sheriff of Sodium Twitter: @jbcarmody YouTube Video: Addressing Osteopathic Medicine’s Vulnerabilities: The View through an External Lens Meded Media Blueprint MCAT...

474: This Student Turned a 1.88 GPA to a Med School Acceptance 25.01.2022 45:34

Today we chat with Mike, a student who had a 1.88 Sophomore year and got accepted into medical school anyways. Let's hear his story of perseverance. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT and Sketchy PostbacCAS Camp Kesem

473: A Student on the Spectrum with a Medical School Acceptance 18.01.2022 34:17

Rohun is an awesome student who shows that people on the autism spectrum can make it into medical school. Here's his inspiring story. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint x Sketchy workshop

472: This Student Started Medical School at 50 12.01.2022 42:02

On this episode, we chat with Jen, a 50-year-old medical student who has so much wisdom for fellow nontrad students. Let's talk about her journey! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Sketchy and Blueprint MCAT practice exam bundle TikTok: The.road.to. Dr. Jen Instagram: @the.road.to.dr.jen

471: What Do The Stats Say? New AAMC Data Breakdown. 16.12.2021 21:56

Today, we break down the AAMC Applicant and Matriculant data from the most recent cycle. Was the Fauci effect real? What stats did students have? Let's chat! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media MCAT Scores and GPAs for Applicants and Matriculants to U.S. MD-Granting Medical Schools, 2018-2019 through 2021-20 The MCAT Podcast Blueprint MCAT MCAT percentiles 2019

470: The PA/Physician Relationship 07.12.2021 43:16

Today, we are hitting replay on a special eShadowing session hosted by a Doctor and a PA where they discuss the roles they have and the roles they share. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media eShadowing Specialty Stories Episode 206: A Heart for Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

469: A Different Way to Think About the Disadvantaged Essay 30.11.2021 8:14

Dr. Gray discusses why the disadvantaged essay should really be called the context essay and what you should think about when writing it. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mission Accepted videos

468: Different Points of View 16.11.2021 1:00:08

This week, Dr. Gray shares a great episode of Ask The Dean, showing the value of different points of view when it comes to premed advice. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media medicalschoolhq.net/apply Mappd.tv The MCAT Podcast Session 251: MCAT 101: Tips for Retaking the MCAT The MCAT Podcast Session 437: How to Build the Ultimate Med School List

467: Premed Q&A with an MCAT Expert from Blueprint MCAT 09.11.2021 1:02:05

Join me this week for a special IG Live with Pooja from Blueprint MCAT's Live Online team to tackle all of your MCAT and application questions. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media YouTube: leah4sci

466: Postbacs 101: What You Need to Know Before Finding a Program 02.11.2021 45:31

I'm joined today by Caleb, Assistant Director of Temple University’s CST Post Baccalaureate Pre-Health Program, to talk about postbacs! Links: Full Episode Blog Post CST Temple Postbac Meded Media www.premedforums.com

465: Stop Worrying About What you Haven't Done and Start! 21.10.2021 1:12:59

Today is a fantastic Q&A session with students on IG Live. We had many guests come on with great questions seeking answers to their biggest premed fears. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A medicalschoolhq.net/apply Mappd The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview