OldPreMeds Podcast

The National Society for Nontraditional Premedical & Medical Students, Inc., better known by our website name, OldPreMeds.org or simply OPM, is a professional/pre-professional society and educational conduit for non-traditional students who seek to become Physicians. For those whose path to medicine is not the traditional high school to college to medical school, OPM's mission is to assist and advise on how to successfully prepare, apply, and succeed in both medical schools and residency training programs. Founded in 1998, our now over 10,000 registered members span from the very early premed through attending-level physicians. Many are enrolled or have graduated from medical schools, osteopathic programs, and other clinical health fields, here in the US as well as abroad. www.OldPreMeds.org, is a website community built upon peer-based forums providing resources for all levels of premedical students, medical students, medical residents, pre-health advisors, admissions officers, and other faculty & staff at undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, medical, and post-graduate programs.

OPM344: How Do I Explain my Nontraditional Journey?

Like many nontrads, our student today is concerned about her path to applying to medical school and wondering what the best way to approach it is.

01-26
08:36

343: I'm an International Career Changer. How Do I Go to Med School?

This nontrad is looking for insights on how to best pursue medical school as an international student with an engineering degree. Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaMappd.comPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

01-17
09:32

342: Am I Wrong for Retaking Classes At Community College?

This nontrad is looking for guidance on retaking some classes from undergrad at a community college after some negative feedback from their premed advisor. Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

12-20
10:56

341: Can I Take Prereqs While on Active Duty?

This nontrad is a registered nurse in the Air Force and is looking for the right time to begin their coursework. Is it possible to do while on active duty?Links:Full Episode Blog Postmedicalschoolhq.net/advisingĀ Application AcademyPremed HangoutBlueprint MCATCommunity College for the Air Force

12-13
08:40

340: Is an SMP My Only Option?

After receiving interview feedback from an admissions committee, this nontrad is questioning if their only way into medical school is to pursue an SMP.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

11-29
10:33

339: My Online Professors Won't Write Me a Science LOR

This nontrad is struggling to get science LORs due to the distance and circumstances of online science classes. Does a behavioral health LOR fulfil the same need?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

11-22
07:52

338: I Left Grad School to Pursue Medicine: Does That Look Bad?

This nontrad is wondering if they should disclose that they left their 2-year graduate program early after realizing their true dream was to pursue medicine.Links:Full Episode Blog PostApplication AcademyMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

11-15
10:34

337: From Law School Dismissal to Med School: Where Do I Start?

This nontrad is seeking guidance on how to frame their story and where to start as they transition to pursue medicine after their dismissal from law school.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaApplication AcademyPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

11-08
08:34

336: How Can I Be Sure I'm Ready for My Third Application Cycle?

This nontrad wants to know if they should pursue a postbacc or SMP before beginning their third application cycle.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCATMSARApplication Renovation

11-01
10:30

335: Is My Clinical Experience Too Old?

This nontrad is wondering if they should include three years of clinical working experience they have from 12 years ago on their application.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCATMedical School HQ - AdvisingĀ 

10-25
08:55

334: Military Contracts, Kids, and Postbacs: How Do I Plan?

This premed isn't sure if their timeline is going to line up well when they have so much on their plate already.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

10-04
11:57

333: Can I Show My Non-Typical Path in the Disadvantaged Essay?

This nontrad has taken a different route than most, but isn't sure if their path qualifies them for the disadvantaged essay.

09-27
10:19

332: Will My 15-Year Old Prereqs Make the Cut?

They have a career as a nurse, but have never given up their dream of becoming a physician. This nontrad is looking for guidance on which prereqs to re-take.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

09-20
10:55

331: Do I Have A Chance With a 496 MCAT?

This student has a 496 MCAT but feels confident about the rest of the application. Should they apply now, or should they wait a year?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCATMappd (promo code OLDPREMEDS)

09-13
14:31

329: High Science Grades, Low Cumulative GPA

This student has a GREAT science GPA, but their old classes hurt their cumulative. Will they be ok?

08-16
11:46

328: Bio Degree to RN to MD

This Nurse is ready to pursue their dream- how can they tackle their academic past?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMappdMeded MediaMSARPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

08-09
08:42

327: Balancing a Spouse, Kids, House, and PREMED

This student has a lot on their plate- how do people balance it all? Let's help them out!Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

08-02
10:55

326: Is There A Way to Identify LGBTQ+ Friendly Med Schools?

This premed is a lesbian looking for schools and communities that will accept her identity. How can she find places that feel safe to her?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

06-21
08:22

325: Should I Quit My Job and Move Away for a Postbac?

This career changer is struggling to get all the classes she needs. Should she take the leap to quit her job and attend a postbac program full time?

05-24
10:59

324: Is My Addiction Recovery History A Deal-Breaker?

This premed is in substance use recovery and has been sober for a few years. They are willing to do the work, but will med schools even consider them?Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaPremed HangoutBlueprint MCAT

05-17
14:50

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