Scrubs and Sunshine

Hello and welcome! My name is Avery. Here, I share my PA journey-- I hope this helps at least one person! Thank you so much for tuning in :) All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. Instagram - @scrubs_and_sunshine | https://www.instagram.com/scrubs_and_sunshine/

Ep. 1 | My Pre-PA Journey (...so far)

Here we goooo! So excited to share episode 1!! I hope you enjoy hearing about my pre-PA path (...so far) from undergrad to the present day. I would love you to share this podcast with a friend! Thank you so much for tuning in!!  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scrubs_and_sunshine/ All opinions are my own :)

09-01
17:33

Ep 13 | Pre-PA Jobs - Healthcare Experience and being a Patient Service Representative

Part one of my pre-PA jobs series-- healthcare experience (HCE)! Here I discuss all things HCE and my former role as a patient service representative. Thank you for tuning in <3 TIME STAMPS - (00:29) Catch up (03:40) Summer tunes and gel nail polish (06:18) Intro to HCE (07:48) Why HCE? (08:40) How did you land your job? (11:02) What is a patient service representative? (12:05) Tips for first day of HCE role (14:36) Work essentials (17:40) Day in the life (23:32) Why I left (23:49) Outro LINKS - * Aperol spritz playlist - I don't drink, but love the summery songs on this playlist!! * Le Mini Macaron nail polish * Becoming a P.A. (Physician Assistant/Associate) podcast Instagram - ⁠@scrubs_and_sunshine⁠ Feel free to DM me any questions or episode requests :)) All opinions are my own and do not reflect those of any academic or clinical institution.

06-04
24:40

Ep. 12 | PA School Loading - Leaving my PCE job, loans, embracing the in-between

T-3 months until I start PA school!! Tune in for a life update and to hear how I am navigating this in-between period. I'm rooting for you all! Thank you for your continued support and listenership <3 Instagram - @scrubs_and_sunshine NHSC Scholarship - Program Overview All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes and is not intended to be medical or financial advice.

05-18
13:11

Ep. 11 | Reapplying to PA School? - Tips and My Experience as a 2x PA School Applicant

Reapplying to physician assistant (PA) programs requires a lot of moving parts. Tune in as I share my advice for PA school reapplicants and my personal experience. I hope you enjoy! Feel free to DM me with any questions :) Instagram - @scrubs_and_sunshine PA Personal Statement Guide ** at 1:27 I meant to say "earlier" not "early" :) All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only.

02-26
20:59

Ep. 10 | Tips for Success: How to Prepare for your PA School Interview

Happy New Year! Tune in for tips on preparing for a PA school interview. I hope you find this helpful! I am rooting for you all!! <3 :) Feel free to DM me on Instagram @scrubs_and_sunshine with any questions or episode requests. Wishing you a great 2024! Amazon blouseSavanna Perry PA School Interview Guide All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice.

01-02
29:11

Ep.9 | Exciting News (!!!) My First Interview as a PA School Reapplicant

So excited to share this episode with you all! I am incredibly thankful and blessed!! If you have any questions or episode requests, feel free to DM me on Instagram @scrubs_and_sunshine. Take care, and I'll see you in my next episode :) **Whoops I misspoke this is technically my 9th full episode (10th including the intro) All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only.

12-31
12:47

Ep. 8 | CASPA Cycle Check-In and Tips for the Waiting Period

Happy Fall! Wow, time flies, somehow it's October?! Tune in as I share my CASPA cycle updates and tips for the waiting period. Feel free to DM me on Instagram @scrubs_and_sunshine with any questions or episode requests. Thank you for your support, and I wish you a great week ahead! :) All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice.

10-01
16:05

Ep. 7 | What is a Roth IRA and High Yield Savings Account?: Money-Saving Tips For Pre-PAs

Thanks for tuning in! In today's episode, I discuss Roth IRAs and High-Yield Savings Accounts (HYSA). Check out the links below for further information! And feel free to follow along on my Instagram @scrubs_in_sunshine (https://www.instagram.com/scrubs_and_sunshine/) HYSA through Marcus by Goldman Sachs (my referral link) - https://www.marcus.com/share/AVE-ZN1-PVBU Fidelity Roth IRA - https://www.fidelity.com/retirement-ira/roth-ira Nerd Wallet article on Roth IRAs - https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/what-is-a-roth-ira Broke Millenial Book - https://www.amazon.com/Broke-Millennial-Scraping-Financial-Together/dp/0143130404/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1N0C2D6FILTLK&keywords=broke+millennial&qid=1693166936&sprefix=broke+millen%2Caps%2C315&sr=8-1 Layla the Nurse Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laylathenurse/ All opinions are my own. | This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be financial advice.

08-28
19:13

Ep. 6 | Let's Check In: PA School Apps, Working in Dermatology, and Summer

Tune in for an update on my PA school applications, working as a medical assistant in dermatology, and tips on embracing Summer as a pre-PA or PA student. Feel free to DM me on Instagram @scrubs_and_sunshine with any questions or episode requests. Thank you for your support, and I wish you a great rest of your week!! <3 Mentioned in episode - Girlfriend Collective (Sustainable, ethically made activewear in sizes XXS-6XL) - https://girlfriend.com/ All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice.

07-10
24:52

Ep. 5 | New Beginnings: CASPA 2023-24 Opening Day

Happy opening day of CASPA! In this causal episode, I discuss how I'm feeling entering my second PA school application cycle and give some CASPA advice. Know that I am rooting for you, future PA-S (and future PA-C)!! Take things one step at a time. I won't claim to be an expert, but I am happy to answer any questions I can on Instagram. And feel free to follow along on my journey :)

04-27
08:26

Ep. 4 | Should I take a growth year (or two or more) before applying to PA school?

In this episode, we take a deep dive into all things growth years! As someone who is going on their third growth year, I have some experience with this topic (but I won't claim to be an expert!). I hope someone finds this helpful! Instagram | All opinions are my own. Timestamps: Questions to ask yourself - (3:20) Further discussion - (6:53) Cons of growth years - (8:57) Pros of growth years - (13:42) Tips for planning your growth year(s) - (20:35)

04-16
25:56

Ep. 3 | Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint Along Your PA Path

Happy Earth Month!! In this episode, I share some approachable ways to live more sustainably. I am far from perfect/being an expert, but I am excited to start the conversation. Thank you for tuning in! If we all make small changes, we can have a big impact :) Scrubs and Sunshine Instagram!⁠ Links World Health Organization - Climate change and health CDC - Climate change and infectious diseases Rent the Runway ThredUP (affiliate link, gives you $10 to shop and supports me at no extra cost to you) Stasher - reusable lunch baggies... and more (available at Target too!!) BEAUTYCYCLE - recycle all brands of beauty and skincare product packaging All opinions are my own. | For informational purposes; not medical advice.

04-01
18:30

Ep. 2 | Pre-PA Advice: My Top 10 PA School Application Tips

In this episode, I discuss helpful tips for this upcoming CASPA cycle and some things I wish I had heard as I was applying. I hope some of these tips are new to you! I would love you to share this podcast with a fellow pre-PA. Thanks for tuning in! Follow along on Instagram! :) Other Resources -  - CASPA Fee Assistance Program  - GRE Test Fee Reduction Program  - PA-CAT Fee Assistance Program  - Casper Test Fee Assistance Program  - ThredUp Online Thift Store      - (Not sponsored... I personally shop at ThredUp; however, this is my affiliate link which will give you $10 to shop and support me at no extra cost to you) All opinions are my own. | This episode is not intended to be medical or financial advice.

03-13
18:01

Ep. 0 | Introduction

Welcome to the Scrubs and Sunshine podcast! In this brief introduction, I discuss what you can expect from the podcast and the details behind the name/cover art. Thank you so much for listening, and I hope you will tune in to my next episode!  All opinions are my own. | This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice.  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scrubs_and_sunshine/

02-20
04:10

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