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(00:00) — Welcome and origin story: Kyle’s path into med ed without being a physician(00:46) — Early admissions work and philosophy: get students into—and out of—med school(02:58) — What AACOM’s VP of UME Services does: support across 71 DO locations(04:48) — Admitted-to-M1 is ha ... Show More

(00:00) — Late to medicine: Chris didn’t consider being a doctor until college, shaped by early family experiences with inadequate care.(01:20) — Struggling student to UC Davis: He describes a nontraditional path and surprise at earning a single college acceptance.(02:50) — “You ... Show More

(00:00) — Opening + Early Spark: PBS Nova lights up neuroscience and a reluctant interest in medicine.(01:11) — Family Expectations vs Autonomy: Pressure from a physician dad meets teenage rebellion.(02:38) — Why the Brain: Linking biology to behavior and people.(03:51) — MD vs P ... Show More

Biology is a huge part of the MCAT. This week we break down a practice biology passage and go through the questions to show you how it's done. Links and Other Resources Check out my book about the MCAT, co-written with Next Step Test Prep: . Related episode: Related episode: . Ne ... Show More

I interview Kathryn, an MCAT tutor for Medschoolcoach. She runs the @thepremed Instagram page and was a top scorer on the MCAT. We talk about designing a study schedule, study habits, CARS, taking a gap year(s), and answer Q/A’s from Kathryn’s Instagram. For IG/Student Inquiries: ... Show More

You are starting MCAT prep to take in the spring, but you have many classes and other responsibilities. Should you focus on your classes or squeeze in the MCAT?Links:Full Episode Blog PostAMCASTMDSAS AACOMASBlueprint PrepMedEd MediaMedical School HQ Facebook pageMedical School HQ ... Show More

Dr. Kate Truitt, a clinical psychologist and applied neuroscientist, is globally recognized for her expertise in trauma, stress, and resilience. She is the founder of the educational platform Truitt Institute and leads her award-winning clinical team at Dr. Kate Truitt & Associat ... Show More

In this episode, Dr. Gurleen Kaur (medicine resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Director of CardioNerds Internship) and CardioNerds Academy interns Dr. Akiva Rosenzveig (medicine intern at Cleveland Clinic), Dr. Chelsea Tweneboah (medicine intern at Stonybrook University ... Show More

We cover what best approaches will make you ace the Psych/Soc section of the MCAT.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaBlueprint flashcard systemBlueprint MCATAnki 

Ryan and Bryan talk about what you need to start doing if you aren't finishing sections of the MCAT. We also tackle speed reading classes. Links and Other Resources Check out my book about the MCAT, co-written with Next Step Test Prep: . Related episode: Related episode: . Need M ... Show More

<p>Welcome back Nicole Sam, the Director of Admissions at Jack Westin! Nicole is our resident expert on medical school admissions and in this episode, joins Azaii and Phil to give you the must-know tips to do your best during interviews. </p> <p><br></p> <p>About Jack Westin - Th ... Show More

The MCAT is a mile wide but it is only an inch deep! I talked with Paul, a Blueprint MCAT Instructor, about his journey and advice for all MCAT test takers.Links:Full Episode Blog PostMeded MediaBlueprint MCATAAMC MCAT materials