UnsCripted Medicine

Have you considered taking a year off from the duties of being a medical student? Are you interested in pursuing a year-long research experience or even a dual degree? If so, this episode may come in handy. Tune is as Robbie hands over the hosting duties to UCCOM student Ramsey Sabbagh as he leads us in a round table discussion with a few “gap year” pioneers. Disclaimer: each grant application is...

We couldn’t be more proud of our Class of 2020. In case you didn’t hear, the Cincinnati Medicine community celebrated #CincyMatch2020 this past Friday, March 20th. It was a massive success and we loved getting to see where all our MedCats ended up. Although we will be sad to see them go, we know that they are off to save lives and undoubtedly do amazing things. We put together this episode to shar...

Why do current MedCats love UCCoM you ask? Why did they choose it in the first place? Everyone has different reasons, but in the end, it all comes down to the people! Listen in to this episode as we explore just a few love stories from the UCCoM community. Want to learn more? Reach out to medcats below:  Ashley Mills (Class of 2023): mills2an@mail.uc.edu  Mike Deal (Class of 2022): dealma@mail.uc....

New to Cincinnati? Cincinnati native, but looking to expand your horizons within the Queen City? Part of our Second Look series, this episode explores everything Cincinnati has to offer. From Skyline Chili, to Reds Opening Day, to the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the United States - this city will steal your heart & make you feel right at home. Want to learn more? Reach out to MedCats be...

So, you’re moving to Cincinnati? Welcome to the best city in the Midwest! We’re not biased in the slightest. With the help from Kieran Phelan, Kevin, Madison, and Rachel discuss the process of finding housing, the perks of different neighborhoods, and what to consider when planning where to live during medical school. Contacts :  Kieran Phelan (Class of 2023, Oakley): phelankj@mail.uc.edu  Rachel...

Your class rank (or COVID-19) got you down? We have just the antidote for you. For many students, developing resiliency towards grades in medical school can be exceptionally challenging. With the help of Class of 2020 medstuds, Colleen and Nate, Robbie walks you through tried and resiliency methods for approaching your quartile status. We hope this episode empowers you to be your best and avoid fe...

This course will blow your mind, but it doesn’t have to break your brain. Listen in for some encouragement and helpful tips on how to thrive in the final course of your M1 year! Dr. Giffin’s brownies will sustain you. We promise.  Resources: Online 3D anatomy resource Lippincott’s text Send us Fan Mail

Remember the Papez circuit? We don’t either. Regardless, the Neuroscience Clerkship takes the best of B.M.B., subtracts the brownies, and adds Dr. Quinlan. We think it’s a great combination! Plus, you get four fantastic weeks to perfect your neuro exam. Does anyone else think the UC Garnder Neuroscience Institute looks like a cerebrum? Send us Fan Mail

Long call. Short Call. Inpatient. Outpatient. The Internal Medicine Clerkship has a few moving parts, but we’ve got you covered. With insight from Class of 2020 icons, Emily and Meredith, we lay out a roadmap to Honors. We can’t exactly see your patients for you, but urine our thoughts for sure.  Send us Fan Mail

Vaccines and URIs and DREs, oh my! If you’re reading this, you’re likely heading into the four week Family Medicine Clerkship. Get down the vaccine schedule, learn ALL of the USPSTF recommendations, and basically everything else there is to know about the human body and this clerkship will be a cake. Resources:  AAFP questions : refer to official clerkship documents to get free access to the AAFP...

Welcome to a fan favorite — the Psychiatry Clerkship! In this episode, Robbie sits down with two future Psychiatrists, Andy and Margaret, to get the inside scoop on the clerkship. You’re gonna like your schedule on the Psych clerkship; we guarantee it. If you end up treating any patients from Kentucky during this six week block, you should ask them if they like Kentucky Freud Chicken. Clean-up: An...

Kevin and classmate John Moon have a fireside chat about GER. The calm before the storm. This a large block, and as John Moon thoughtfully points out in this episode, it is a marathon — not a sprint. At this point in your career as a medical student, you should have a sense of what works for you (in regards to studying). With that in mind, John and I discussed important topics, how to score easy p...

Zach sat down with two phenomenal M2s to chat about the MSK-I clerkship. The results? Unin-tendon-ly great. So grab your creatine powder and tune into a bonafide strong episode. Send us Fan Mail

Some call it O.B.G.Y.N, others prefer to say O.B-gine, and then there are those who say O.B.-gin. Regardless, it is all about women’s health and the miracle of childbirth. On this episode, Robbie sat down with Jacqi Riemersma & Mikail Siddiki to discuss the OBGYN clerkship. No matter when in third year you have your OBGYN clerkship, this episode is bound to be insightful. Clean-up The cervical...

So you know some biochem, huh? Well, Cellular Medicine is up next (AKA Fundamentals 2) and it’s nothing to sneeze at. Listen in for an excellent discussion with Robbie and guests Sierra and Kinsey as they talk about how to kick this course in the flagellum. Bacteria, viruses, and lymphocytes, oh my!  Send us Fan Mail

Cincinnati Children's, ever heard of it? Well, we have the pleasure of rotating there for our Peds Clerkship. It’s quite the treat! You may or may not gain the peds 10 (the food is great!), but you will definitely get a few URIs along the way. Listen to Robbie, and guest hosts Ellie and Katie talk about their experiences at CCHMC while on the Peds Clerkship. Resources : Vaccine Schedule : thi...

Hear first hand from an OR expert herself, Erica Baden. With many years of OR experience, Erica provides her elevator pitch on why the OR is awesome. Robbie and Zach discuss their rookie mistakes and Erica shares her practical advice that will have you walking with confidence on your first day in the OR. Clean-up: @41 min - Dupuytren’s contracture was botched by both Zach and Robbie…the correct pr...

We have three phenomenal future surgeons who are going to give you the inside scoop on the surgery clerkship. Madison, Jalen, and Michela will help you approach the clerkship with the right attitude and give you the pro-tips necessary to excel on rounds and in the OR. You’re gonna work a lot, but you’re gonna love doing it (maybe)! Additional Resources: Surgery Rounding Template Surgical Recall :...

We got you covered for the Renal-Pulmonary block. Major takeaways…You can consume all the salt you want, don’t smoke (or vape…), and get vaccinated! For some, this block is a breath of fresh air . For others, it’s just not their cup of pee. Either way, you’re in for a ride, and we’re not kidney-ing. Send us Fan Mail

Some call it FOMM, others call it Fundies, you may even hear it referred to as Molecular. Regardless, if you are about to launch into Fundamentals of Molecular Medicine, you have come to the right place. The first content heavy block of medical school definitely serves up a few challenges, but we recommend disregarding the pancake and fire hose analogies because you’re a boss and you'll maste...

The transition back to school can be tough for many students. We sit down to talk about transitioning back to school, Heme-cardio as a block, and M2 as a whole. Kevin and Robbie provide the down-low on what to expect from your Heme-Cardio block. They break down high-yield topics, the best study resources, and how to get back into the swing of things after a summer of fun. Send us Fan Mail

You've made it! Listen to the UnsCripted team as they share a few pearls on how to thrive during the first few weeks of medical school. Clean-Up: Radiology has been removed from O(R)SA. Radiology will be introduced with ultrasound later in Fall Semester. The number of P&S exams has been reduced from two to one exam for Fall 2019. Send us Fan Mail

You’ve passed Step 1! You currently know more about basic science than you will for the rest of your life. You’re ready for the wards. Tune in to hear what Robbie, Madison, and our guest host, Adam Price, have to say about the 3rd year of medical school. Also, don’t forget to clean your white coat! Cleanup 15:00 - Students are encouraged to take care of their own health and are able to request exc...

The day is just around the corner…You may sleep worse than a kid on Christmas Eve, and you’ll definitely spend more money than you spent on your College Spring Break. However, you are a few clicks away from being #StepDONE! Take a listen for how to manage stress on test day and what life looks like after you take the USMLE Step 1 exam. Believe in yourself! We do. Cleanup 10:15 - The Prometric-offe...

“If you’re having money problems, I feel bad for you, son. I got 99 problems but [becoming an Ohio resident for tuition purposes] ain’t one” - JAY-Z (probably) Whether you’re a current M1, a prospective student, or an upperclassman who missed the train, listen in to this episode to gain valuable knowledge about the Ohio resident reclassification process. Director of Financial Services and all-arou...