Join Lexi and Natalie as they reveal Lexi's chosen medical school and reflect on her entire application experience! They chat about preparing for the MCAT, Lexi's medical school second look, and share updates on the National Pre-Health Conference. Plus, they'll offer practical application advice for aspiring medical students. Tune in for a candid conversation about the joys and challenges of pursuing a career in medicine!
Join Lexi and Natalie this week as they engage in a lively discussion with Surya and Harshith from the MedSchoolBoiz, a vibrant group of Texas A&M medical students! Tune in to discover their unique paths to medicine, their perspectives on social media's impact on medicine, and valuable advice for prospective medical students gearing up for their journey into medical school. Check them out at https://www.medschoolboiz.com/ and @medschoolboiz on most platforms!
Join hosts Lexi and Natalie as they chat with Dr. Neha Vapiwala, Dean of Admissions at the Perelman School of Medicine at Penn. Gain insightful tips about standing out in medical school admissions as Dr. Vapiwala dives into details about the holistic admissions process, assembling a committee of friends to help design your application, and the importance of diversity and inclusion at Penn. Listen in for an insider's advice for undergraduates on how to be a competitive medical school applicant!
In this episode, we chat with Hannah Fry, a current med school applicant in her second gap year! Hannah shares her passion for primary care and community involvement, shedding light on why holistic patient care matters. As she has already interviewed and been accepted to medical school, we explore the lessons she's learned and her successes so far! Tune in as we discuss the perks of taking a gap year in the medical school application process, drawing inspiration from Hannah's dedication to making a difference. NIH gap year opportunity: https://www.training.nih.gov/research-training/pb/pb/
Join your hosts, Lexi and Natalie, as they delve into demystifying letters of recommendation, the power of networking in the medical field, and mastering the pre-med journey both inside and outside of the classroom. If you're currently navigating the pre-health process and aiming for medical school acceptance, tune in for insights and advice on how to craft a compelling application!
Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Shuhan He, a dual faculty member in the Department of Emergency Medicine and Lab of Computer Science at Massachusetts General Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Discover the fascinating intersection of his roles as an ER Doc and Computer Scientist. We chat about AI-powered tools for healthcare and his innovative work creating the anatomical heart and lung emojis. Explore the dynamic blend of medical expertise and technological innovation in Dr. He's journey! If you are interested in getting involved with research, particularly computational medicine, you can visit significancelab.org. If you would like to submit research to Dr. He visit CHIPSconference.org. They have a premed health section! If you would to submit research or pitch a scientific book, you can get involved with publishscientific.com or DM @Conductscience on Twitter/X). If you would like to get a master's program, Dr. He runs the MGH Masters in Health Data Analytics program (https://www.mghihp.edu/healthcare-leadership/degrees-programs/ms-healthcare-data-analytics). Feel free to put in a quick application to chat with Dr. He!
Join Lexi and Natalie as they reunite with the incredible MD-PhD Penn student, Jonathan Sussman! They delve into the critical role of research in paving the way to medical school and shaping future doctors. Ever wondered what a day looks like for an MD-PhD student? They've got you covered! But before their enlightening conversation with Jonathan, Lexi and Natalie unpack essential updates on the medical school application and share some holiday tidbits. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring medical professionals and curious minds alike!
Join Natalie and Lexi for the last episode of 2023 as MD-PhD student Andres Diaz returns for another episode! This time, they chat about the medical school application process, the struggles of being pre-med, the non-traditional pathway, and more.
Join Natalie and Lexi this week as they chat with ASU student Alyson Dottery! Alyson is the Operation Toothbrush Lead for the ASU Pre-dental Society and is pursuing a career in dentistry Tune in as we discuss her journey to dentistry and tips on pursuing a career as a dentist.
Welcome to SEASON TWO of the pre-health pod! We kick off this season with an introduction of our wonderful new co-host and future doctor, Natalie Para. Natalie is a current ASU student going through the tribulations of being premed. Tune into this episode to hear about scribing experiences, Natalie's why medicine, Lexi's exciting med school updates, and more!
Join Lexi and Guest Ryan Rivard from the pre-health podcast Vitally Stable as they chat with the medical school interview expert Dr. Blair Nelson. We talk about the differences between a Multiple Mini Interview and a Traditional Interview. We also provide several example questions, as well as ways to navigate these types of questions. Listen in!
In this episode, Lexi chats with Dr. Jennifer Weiss, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon! She's one of the few women in her field, making up just 6% of orthopedic surgeons in the U.S. Dr. Weiss shares her experiences and her passion for helping aspiring female surgeons succeed and encouraging more women to pursue Orthopedics. Join us for an inspiring conversation about diversity and empowerment in medicine! https://jenniferweissmd.com/ @mymomthesurgeon
In this special episode, Sarah and Lexi chat with Ryan Rivard, the host of Vitally Stable: A Pre-Health Podcast! Ryan is a former business student turned aspiring physician assistant and discusses his inspiring journey into the field of medicine. He shares his experiences as a non-traditional student and his passion for educating and supporting future PAs and other medical professionals. Tune in!
Are you interested in medicine, law, and policy? Join us for this exciting episode with MD-JD student Victor Agbafe, a first-year law student at Yale and a fourth-year medical student at the University of Michigan. Discover how to get involved in policy and embark on this exciting career path at the crossroads of medicine and law!
Tune in for an exciting episode with Sara Kuburic, also known as the Millennial Therapist! She often describes herself as a "digital nomad" and has lived in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and Australia over the last 6 years. Sara is an existential psychotherapist and writer with a mission to normalize human experiences and self-reflection. Order her new book "It's On Me" at https://www.sara-kuburic.com/ and follow her on Instagram @millennial.therapist!
Join Lexi and Sarah this week as they chat with the inspirational Tyra-Lee Brett, a premedical trustee at AMSA! We discuss her impactful research enhancing access to premedical resources for underprivileged students, and how YOU can get involved. If you are looking for research experience, this episode is for you!
Join Lexi and Sarah as they reunite on the podcast after a month! They discuss some exciting updates on their medical school and PA school applications, offering insights into interview formats and helpful tips. They also dive into candid discussions about some nerve-wracking gap year experiences that remind us it's okay not to have it all figured out. Tune in!
Join Lexi and Sarah as they chat with the remarkable premed Dani Pais, a current medical school applicant and master's student in Belgium! We chat about Dani's why medicine, how she ended up in Belgium, her specialty interests, what we wish we knew in undergrad, and more. Tune in!
Step inside the mind of someone who reviews medical school applications in our special LIVE episode from the fourth National Pre-Health Conference! Mark Priolo, the Director of Admissions at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, joins Sarah and Lexi in an insightful Q&A session. They discuss the qualities and experiences that set apart students and make strong medical school applicants. Tune in!
Join us this week as we hear the remarkable stories of medical students Jay and Izzy and how the ended up at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine! They are both incredible people share their experiences applying to medical school, including the primary, secondary essays, interviews, acceptances, and even rejections. Listen now and learn the ins and outs of the medical school application process!