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Will B’s in my Orgo and Biochem Classes Hurt My Chances?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 81 Today’s question is a very common one for nontraditional students especially one who has had a lot of struggles going through the process. This…

Round Four of our Deep Dive into MCAT Discrete Questions

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 49 This is our 4th week of diving into a grab bag of discrete MCAT questions from various topic areas. Follow along and have a…

TheShortCoat Podcast: Which is More Important: the MCAT or Your Job?

Original Article: Which is More Important: the MCAT or Your Job? Should you put your life on hold for the MCAT? This Week’s Medical NewsAs a planned parenthood sex educator, listener…
Can You Have Kids and Be a Good Medical Student?

Can You Have Kids and Be a Good Medical Student?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 80 This week, we’re answering a question that comes up a lot, usually from women, which is whether or not you can have kids…

What is OB/GYN? A Community Doc Shares Her Thoughts

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 29 Dr. Renée Darko is a community-based OB/GYN. In our podcast, she talked about her path to OB, what you should be thinking about during…

Premed Q&A: MCAT Timing, Shadowing, ECs and More!

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 240 This week, I jumped on Facebook Live and answered a ton of questions from students who interacted with me. Check out the great questions…

Deep Dive Into More Random Discrete MCAT Questions

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 48 This is our third week in a row where we’re covering various discrete MCAT questions. We’re basically doing a grab bag today to mix…

TheShortCoat Podcast: Your Gap Year Job Doesn’t Matter

Original Article: Your Gap Year Job Doesn’t Matter Listeners ask, we answer. A flood of listener questions this week!  It’s probably due in part to medical school application season has…

What is Trauma Surgery? Dr. Darko Shares His Story

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 28 Dr. Nii Darko is a community-based trauma surgeon. He’s also an osteopathic physician. Listen to his journey and what you consider if you’re interested…

More Discussion of a Mix of Discrete MCAT Questions

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 47 This week is a continuation of last week’s grab bag of MCAT discrete questions that Bryan and I covered so you can max your…