medical school

ADG 148: Do I Need a Postbac to Overcome An Inconsistent uGPA Trend?

Do I Need a Postbac to Overcome An Inconsistent uGPA Trend?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 148 Our premed today has a good uGPA, but her overall trend raises some red flags. Find out why I recommend taking additional coursework…

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ADG 147: How Can I Recover From a Downward Trend in My GPA?

How Can I Recover From a Downward Trend in My GPA?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 147 Our student today is concerned about his downward trend. But what does a downward trend really look like? Listen in to find out…

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OPM 286: How Should I Convey Advancement on My Med School App?

How Should I Convey Advancement on My Med School App?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 286 Today’s nontrad is the GM at a bakery. With their eyes now set on med school, how should they discuss career advancement on…

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PMY 456: Live Q&A on MCAT Prep Strategies, Med School Apps & More!

Live Q&A on MCAT Prep Strategies, Med School Apps & More!

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 456 In this week’s IG Q&A, I’m joined by Dorothy from Blueprint MCAT. We discuss application timing, MCAT prep strategies, coursework, and so much…

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ADG 145: Should I Share My Love for Ortho in My Personal Statement?

Should I Share My Love for Ortho in My Personal Statement?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 145 How do you express your interest in a specific specialty on your application in a way that you don’t come across as close-minded?…

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OPM 285: Do I Need Another Degree or Can I Take Individual Classes?

Do I Need Another Degree or Can I Take Individual Classes?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 285 This student has a 3.89 GPA with dual degrees in art and design and is trying to figure out the best way to…

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OPM 284: How Can I Get Into Medical School After All These Fs?

How Can I Get Into Medical School After All These Fs?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 284 Our student today is in her 30s and wants to go to med school but after calculating her GPA at Mappd.com, she’s concerned…

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OPM 286: Are Volunteer Hours Really Necessary?

Are Volunteer Hours Really Necessary?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 283 Does one really need to volunteer? Would schools frown upon lack of hours if time is spent in class, work, or with family?…

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OPM 282: Will Adcoms Understand Why I Lack Clinical Experience?

Will Adcoms Understand Why I Lack Clinical Experience?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 282 As a nontraditional student when you have more responsibilities than the average premed out there, is it a good enough reason to not…

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PMY453: She was Accepted After Already Giving Up on the Cycle

She was Accepted After Already Giving Up on the Cycle

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 453 Gabby did everything right. She applied early but her MCAT was delayed by COVID. Then she got her score back and she gave…

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