The Premed Years

Latest Episodes:

216: What You Need to Know About AACOM Killing Grade Replacement Jan 10, 2017

Show notes

Starting May 1st, 2017 AACOM has announced that the grade replacement policy will no longer exist. All grades will count towards your GPA. Listen to hear more.

Links and Other Resources:

Full Episode Blog Post
AACOM.org’s policy change
AACOMAS
Related episode: If I Can’t Get a 3.0 GPA, What Should I Do Next?
Related episode: What MCAT Score Do I Need If I Have a Low GPA?
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215: Why Do You Want to be a Doctor? You Need to Know This! Jan 03, 2017

Show notes

I work with many students for mock interview prep and too many of them can't clearly answer why they want to be a physician. You need to know your story.

Links and Other Resources:

Full Episode Blog Post
For more on clarifying your “why” and communicating it in your application, check out Dr. Gray’s book The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement.
Anytime Mock Interview Platform
One-on-One Mock Interview Prep with Dr. Gray
Related Episode: 5 Biggest Medical School Personal Statement Mistakes
Related Episode: 5 Common Med School Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

214: 5 Things Premed Need to Think About for the New Year Dec 27, 2016

Show notes

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

213: Stop Looking For a Backup Plan, It's Hurting Your Chances Dec 20, 2016

Show notes

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: Rejected from the Caribbean! Now with a US Acceptance!
Related episode: Is the Role of Your Premed Advisor to Tell You No.
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212: The Specialty Stories Podcast is Live! Dec 13, 2016

Show notes

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

211: Medical School For International Students and More Q&A Dec 06, 2016

Show notes

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 in working with Ryan one-on-one to hep you get ready for your applications, go to www.medicalschoolhq.net/coaching.

If you want to invite Ryan to talk at your club meetings, reach out to Ryan through email at ryan@medicalschoolhq.net.

210: Start Your Medical School Application Prep Now! Nov 29, 2016

Show notes

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

College Information Book

www.medicalschoolhq.net/group

www.medicalschoolhq.net/coaching

209: Taking a Gap Year Before Medical School? Should You Do It? Nov 22, 2016

Show notes

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 Incredible Gap Year.
Need MCAT Prep? Save on tutoring, classes, and full-length practice tests by using promo code “MSHQ” for 10% off Next Step full-length practice tests or “MSHQTOC” for $50 off MCAT tutoring or the Next Step MCAT Course at Next Step Test Prep!

208: What is The Future of Medicine and Should it Matter to You? Nov 15, 2016

Show notes

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

207: This Med Student Took a Leave of Absense and started Osmosis Nov 09, 2016

Show notes

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.