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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 on YouTube, or follow us on Instagram too! We're medicalschoolhq everywhere!

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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 on YouTube, or follow us on Instagram too! We're medicalschoolhq everywhere!

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Episodes

533: How an Underrepresented Student Got 18 Acceptances

6/7/2023
When Sam started his journey as a premed, he wasn't quite sure where he fit in or if he was cut out for medical school. After a fantastic experience shadowing, he changed his mindset and found new motivation to succeed. Now Sam has 18 acceptances to medical school.

Duration:00:49:08

532: From Self Doubt to Success: 9 Medical School Acceptances

5/31/2023
When Nico started his premed journey, he doubted that he was as qualified as other premeds. He didn't feel that he had the formative "ah ha" moment that other people have when they realize that they want to be a doctor. Despite this, Nico was able to rise above and gain 9+ acceptances to medical school.

Duration:00:44:09

531: This Immigrant Reapplicant Found Acceptance In Her Third Cycle

5/25/2023
It took Natalie three cycles to get into medical school, but with significant changes to her approach, she was accepted!

Duration:00:34:08

530: He Was Open About Autism in His Application

5/17/2023
Learn how this student landed an acceptance while he was open about his autism throughout the medical school application process!

Duration:00:36:41

529: From Respiratory Therapist to Med Student After Seven Years

5/10/2023
Benjamin put his application to medical school on pause for seven years before he found the strength to apply despite feeling nervous and discouraged.

Duration:00:35:53

528: This Teenage Mom Took Three Cycles and Finally Has Success

5/3/2023
A first-generation, nontraditional reapplicant student shines some light on representation in medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:36:19

527: From Substance Abuse Counselor Intern to Medical Student

4/26/2023
Dr. Gray speaks with medical student, Aren, on rediscovering his interest in medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Posts Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:39:46

526: Parents of Premeds—Listen to this to Learn how to Support

4/19/2023
Dr. Gray speaks with Denise about how she fostered a community while supporting her premed child. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Pre-Med Parents Support Group premedparent.com

Duration:00:46:11

525: His Story Helped Him Push Past a Poor GPA

4/12/2023
Dr. Gray speaks with Ryan, a student whose incredible storytelling skills allowed him to push past poor grades and gain medical school acceptance. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Follow Ryan on TikTok: @officialryxnmed Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:39:38

524: How to Push Through to the Life you Want as a Premed

4/5/2023
Dr. Gray interviews Jennifer Ledbetter on how she pushed through naysayers and navigated her way into medical school acceptance. Links: Full Episode Blog Post TikTok: JenLed the Premed Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:45:08

523: How to Keep Yourself From Getting Too Overwhelmed

3/29/2023
Dr. Gray and Khevna Joshi talk about how to stop stress from overcoming you as a premed. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:35:13

522: Can I Include Mental Health Struggles in my Application?

3/22/2023
Dr. Gray speaks with Dr. Katelyn Cooper about her research on the effects of mentioning mental health issues in medical school applications. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT MSAR

Duration:00:35:05

521: Finding Your Voice as a Nontraditional Student

3/16/2023
This week I speak with Dr. Maurice Shoals about the value of finding your voice and explaining your path as a nontraditional student. Links: Full Episode Blog Post MARC program Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club

Duration:00:31:47

520: What Does It Mean When Schools Leave USNWR?

3/1/2023
Dr. Bryan Carmody and Dr. Ryan Gray discuss what effect schools leaving the USNWR ranking system will have on medical school applications and medical school admissions at large. Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY475: The Future of Osteopathic Medicine (Interview with Dr. Bryan Carmody) Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:40:34

519: How to Figure Out if You're a Good Fit for a New School

2/22/2023
Dr. Caleb Marsh and I talk how to handle extracurricular activities, and how they can make or break an application to up and coming medical schools. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:44:14

518: Working Led to Poor Grades. Perseverance Led to an Acceptance!

2/15/2023
She destroyed her GPA by skipping classes to focus on working. Two years later she had to recover from those mistakes. Links: Full Episode Blog Post The Premed Years 230: Chad’s Story Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:40:32

517: Finding Balance as an Indigenous Medical Student

2/8/2023
Join me as I speak with an indigenous medical student who was inspired to pursue medicine after noticing the lack of access in his tribal community. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Instagram: @vlocarmen Twitter: @vlocarmen Meded Media Blueprint MCAT

Duration:00:36:44

516: Finding the Holy Grail of Work/Life Balance

2/1/2023
Dr. Michelle Bloom and I talk balancing work/life responsibilities as a doctor and parent. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT Twitter: @drmishbloom

Duration:00:45:35

515: Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Being a Doctor in Media

1/27/2023
I talk with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and his experiences balancing his work as a Neurosurgeon in media and how he's used his interests to widen the view in medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Chasing Life podcast Blueprint MCAT Inteflex Program

Duration:00:34:12

514: Let's Talk Letters of Rec

1/18/2023
Why do medical schools ask for letters of recommendation? What's the point? Why do we use them? Join Dr. Gray as he covers everything you need to know. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Meded Media Blueprint MCAT https://mappd.com/mylors (Promo Code: MYLORSPODCAST) Choose DO explorer

Duration:00:36:08

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