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Do I Need to do a Masters to Get Into a Postbac Program?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 49 In this week’s episode, Ryan gives his take on whether you should do a masters program prior to taking a postbac program and he…
5 Reasons to Take a Gap Year Before Med School (And 2 Reasons Not To)
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 209 In this episode, I talk about taking gap years—the pros and cons, what to look at, and what to think about. I specifically address…
Are There Hidden MCAT Prereqs I Should Take?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 17 In today’s episode, we talk more about MCAT prereqs, particularly about this idea of “hidden” prereqs. Are there any other prereqs that the AAMC…
Must Have Tool for Writing Your Personal Statement
The Premed Playbook As I work hard on the second installment of The Premed Playbook series of books (the first one was the Guide to the Medical School Interview), one…
What is The Future of Medicine and Should it Matter to You?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 208 We’re celebrating 4 years of The Premed Years Podcast! In celebration of this podcast’s anniversary, Ryan has shared on previous episodes that he…
What Are My Chances After Dropping Out at a Caribbean School?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 48 In today’s episode, I shed light on a question from a poster who dropped out of a Caribbean medical school in the past. Specifically,…
Do I Need to Take Sociology to Do Well on the MCAT?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 16 In today’s episode, we talk about whether sociology is something you have to take to prepare for the MCAT. To what degree is sociology…
How Do MD Schools View Shadowing DOs?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 47 In this episode, we tackle a question about shadowing experiences and whether it matters that you’re shadowing a DO (osteopathic) when interested in going…
What is the Best Way to Use the Official Practice MCAT Exam?
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 15 In today’s episode, Ryan and Bryan talk about how to utilize the AAMC Practice Exams. You will learn everything you need to know about…
This Med Student Took a Leave of Absence and Started Osmosis
Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 207 In this week’s episode, I talk with Shiv Gaglani, co-founder of Osmosis, a project/business looking to append how medical information is disseminated online. Shiv…
