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Nov 2025
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What To Look For In A Psych Program (Sea...

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Margaret and I pivot into mentor mode a little in this episode, it’s targeted towards medical students and the vicissitudes of the match. We know these are tough times and we wanted to share some advice about what to look for in a psych program and how to pick a  place to train that is right for you. We also debrief the end of season 2 and take a wrap on 40 ... Show More
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