233: How to Discuss Medical Leave & Illnesses on the Application
You had to take some time away from school to heal from an illness or injury. You aren't required to disclose it on your app, but what if it...
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OldPreMeds.org is the go-to site for nontraditional premed and medical students. Now, the OldPreMeds Podcast will help these students even more as we take questions directly from the forums...
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20 of 100 episodes232: Should You Take Classes Just for Letters of Recommendation?
It's been a while since you graduatedâshould you consider taking courses at a community college to get more recent letters of recommendati...
231: Which Is Better: Undergraduate or Graduate Postbac Programs?
When is it appropriate to complete postbac coursework at the undergraduate level, and when should you apply for graduate postbac or SMP prog...
230: Lab Testing in a Health Clinic: Does It Count as Clinical?
Working in a lab at a free local health clinic, you assist providers by explaining tests and answering patients' questions. Is it considered...
229: How to Discuss Trauma in Medical School Interviews
If you've experienced trauma, this one's for you. I'll share what to say, what not to say, and how much is too much for your med school inte...
228: When Do You Need a Professional Premed Consulting Service?
Where is the best place to find impartial advice for a nontraditional premed? Should you look to a university prehealth advisor, or hire a p...
227: Should You Take the MCAT Before Retaking Dated Prereqs?
You've taken your prereqs already, but it's been a whileâ13 years! Should you retake your prereqs before you retake the MCAT? Let's discus...
226: What to Do When Your Dreams & Your Personal Life Are at Odds
You have a career, a family and other responsibilities that seem to be at odds with your dreams of becoming a physician. What can you do? Li...
225: How to Overcome the Medical School Application Algorithm
Our med school hopeful has a 514 MCAT score and a 3.9 gGPA, but is worried they might not make it past "The Algorithm" with a low uGPA. What...
224: Can You Gain Clinical Experience Remotely?
I've always said it's considered clinical experience when you're close enough to smell the patient, but what about remote counseling and sim...
223: What's the First Step After Deciding to Apply to Med School?
You're switching gears and getting ready to pursue a career in medicine, but what's your first step on this new path? Let's discuss! Links:...
222: Should You Go All-In on a Career in Medicine, or...
Students often ask if they should continue their current path, or abandon everything in pursuit of their interest in medicine. Today, I'll a...
221: Applying to Medical School as an International Student
What is the best path to medical school as an international student? How do med schools view international coursework? Let's find out! Links...
220: Clinical vs Volunteer Experience: Do You Need Both?
This premed has 4 years of clinical experience as a CMA, but do they still need volunteer experience prior to applying to med school? Let's...
219: How Do You Show Med Schools You can Handle the Pressure?
Do AdCom's really expect you to quit your job and take classes full-time to show you can handle the demands of med school? You might be surp...
218: Should You Consider Nursing While Preparing for Med School?
You aren't looking for a Plan B, but should you consider nursing on your way to becoming a physician? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Me...
217: Can You Get into Med School With a Disciplinary Record?
Our med school hopeful was suspended after getting caught with marijuana. After a rocky start, can they turn things around and get into med...
216: Disclosing Sources of Motivation When Applying to Med School
This premed and mother of two is wondering when and how to discuss her motivation for applying to medical school: her children. Let's discus...
215: Are You Sure You Want to be a Physician?
With so many ways to make a difference in healthcare, how can you be certain you want to be a physician? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded...
214: Afraid of Causing Harm to Patients as a Future Doctor
As a doctor you'll be responsible for your patients. How do you get comfortable with that, and how do you get over the fear of hurting peopl...