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OPM 245: More Classes or MCAT Prep? How Should You Focus Your Time?

More Classes or MCAT Prep? How Should You Focus Your Time?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 245 Which is better – taking more science courses or spending more time prepping for the MCAT? With a GPA below 3.0, should you…

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OPM 244: What Constitutes "Strong Ties" to Out-of-State Med Schools?

What Constitutes “Strong Ties” to Out-of-State Med Schools?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 244 Today’s question is something that confuses a lot of students when they’re applying in-state versus out-of-state. What constitutes strong ties to a public…

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OPM 243: The Nontraditional Path for the Traditional Premed

The Nontraditional Path for the Traditional Premed

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 243 You’re considering applying to out-of-state medical schools, so what are out-of-state medical schools really looking for? What constitutes “strong ties?” Questions answered here…

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OPM 242: How Can You Find Out If Being a Physician Is Right for You?

How Can You Find Out If Being a Physician Is Right for You?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 242 Questions answered here on the podcast are taken directly from the Nontrad Premed Forum over at premedforums.com. Please go ahead and register for an…

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OPM 241: What to Do If You Aren't Willing to Relocate for Med School

What to Do If You Aren’t Willing to Relocate for Med School

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 241 Today’s question is a common one for nontrad students who are hesitant about having to move to get into a medical school. But…

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OPM 240: How Often Are MCAT Prep Resources Updated?

How Often Are MCAT Prep Resources Updated?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 240 You purchased MCAT prep books, but decided to postpone the MCAT until next year. How long are your prep materials good for? Does…

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OPM 239: How to Talk About Being Inspired by Your Child's Adversity

How to Talk About Being Inspired by Your Child’s Adversity

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 239 This nontrad mom found her passion for medicine through her child’s adversity. How should she discuss it on her medical school personal statement?…

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Am I Too Old for Medical School?

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A: Am I Too Old for Medical School?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 99 You’re NOT too old to go to medical school – and today, I’m explaining why. I’m also addressing HOW to tell your story…

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OPM 238: Can You Communicate with Med School AdComs Before You Apply?

Can You Communicate with Med School AdComs Before You Apply?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 238 What happens when you’re super close to your application cycle only to find out that your classes from many years back have caused…

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OPM 237: When Does It Make Sense to Apply Early Decision?

When Does It Make Sense to Apply Early Decision?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 237 Is an early decision the smartest decision when you’re unwilling to relocate to another geographic area? While it might be an option, it…

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