OldPreMeds Podcast
354 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 147 ratingsThe National Society for Nontraditional Premedical & Medical Students, Inc., better known by our website name, OldPreMeds.org or simply OPM, is a professional/pre-professional society and educational conduit for non-traditional students who seek to become Physicians. For those whose path to medicine is not the traditional high school to college to medical school, OPM's mission is to assist and advise on how to successfully prepare, apply, and succeed in both medical schools and residency training programs. Founded in 1998, our now over 10,000 registered members span from the very early premed through attending-level physicians. Many are enrolled or have graduated from medical schools, osteopathic programs, and other clinical health fields, here in the US as well as abroad. www.OldPreMeds.org, is a website community built upon peer-based forums providing resources for all levels of premedical students, medical students, medical residents, pre-health advisors, admissions officers, and other faculty & staff at undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, medical, and post-graduate programs.
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Episodes
OPM344: How Do I Explain my Nontraditional Journey?
January 26, 2024 07:18 - 9 minutes - 6.5 MBLike many nontrads, our student today is concerned about her path to applying to medical school and wondering what the best way to approach it is.
343: I'm an International Career Changer. How Do I Go to Med School?
January 17, 2024 18:46 - 10 minutes - 7.13 MBThis nontrad is looking for insights on how to best pursue medical school as an international student with an engineering degree. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
342: Am I Wrong for Retaking Classes At Community College?
December 20, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.09 MBThis nontrad is looking for guidance on retaking some classes from undergrad at a community college after some negative feedback from their premed advisor. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
341: Can I Take Prereqs While on Active Duty?
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MBThis nontrad is a registered nurse in the Air Force and is looking for the right time to begin their coursework. Is it possible to do while on active duty? Links: Full Episode Blog Post medicalschoolhq.net/advising Application Academy Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT Community College for the Air Force
340: Is an SMP My Only Option?
November 29, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.83 MBAfter receiving interview feedback from an admissions committee, this nontrad is questioning if their only way into medical school is to pursue an SMP. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
339: My Online Professors Won't Write Me a Science LOR
November 22, 2023 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.98 MBThis nontrad is struggling to get science LORs due to the distance and circumstances of online science classes. Does a behavioral health LOR fulfil the same need? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
338: I Left Grad School to Pursue Medicine: Does That Look Bad?
November 15, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.84 MBThis nontrad is wondering if they should disclose that they left their 2-year graduate program early after realizing their true dream was to pursue medicine. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Application Academy Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
337: From Law School Dismissal to Med School: Where Do I Start?
November 08, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MBThis nontrad is seeking guidance on how to frame their story and where to start as they transition to pursue medicine after their dismissal from law school. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Academy Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
336: How Can I Be Sure I'm Ready for My Third Application Cycle?
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MBThis nontrad wants to know if they should pursue a postbacc or SMP before beginning their third application cycle. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT MSAR Application Renovation
335: Is My Clinical Experience Too Old?
October 25, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBThis nontrad is wondering if they should include three years of clinical working experience they have from 12 years ago on their application. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT Medical School HQ - Advising
334: Military Contracts, Kids, and Postbacs: How Do I Plan?
October 04, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.78 MBThis premed isn't sure if their timeline is going to line up well when they have so much on their plate already. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
333: Can I Show My Non-Typical Path in the Disadvantaged Essay?
September 27, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.66 MBThis nontrad has taken a different route than most, but isn't sure if their path qualifies them for the disadvantaged essay.
332: Will My 15-Year Old Prereqs Make the Cut?
September 20, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBThey have a career as a nurse, but have never given up their dream of becoming a physician. This nontrad is looking for guidance on which prereqs to re-take. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
331: Do I Have A Chance With a 496 MCAT?
September 13, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBThis student has a 496 MCAT but feels confident about the rest of the application. Should they apply now, or should they wait a year? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT Mappd (promo code OLDPREMEDS)
330: Are my 2 DUIs a Deal-Breaker?
September 06, 2023 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.87 MBI got 2 DUI’s in my 20’s. I’m now 38. One was 15 years ago, another was 9 years ago. The 2nd was due to a “zero tolerance” law. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
329: High Science Grades, Low Cumulative GPA
August 16, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.66 MBThis student has a GREAT science GPA, but their old classes hurt their cumulative. Will they be ok?
328: Bio Degree to RN to MD
August 09, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.55 MBThis Nurse is ready to pursue their dream- how can they tackle their academic past? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Mappd Meded Media MSAR Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
327: Balancing a Spouse, Kids, House, and PREMED
August 02, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBThis student has a lot on their plate- how do people balance it all? Let's help them out! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
326: Is There A Way to Identify LGBTQ+ Friendly Med Schools?
June 21, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.32 MBThis premed is a lesbian looking for schools and communities that will accept her identity. How can she find places that feel safe to her? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
325: Should I Quit My Job and Move Away for a Postbac?
May 24, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.12 MBThis career changer is struggling to get all the classes she needs. Should she take the leap to quit her job and attend a postbac program full time?
324: Is My Addiction Recovery History A Deal-Breaker?
May 17, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBThis premed is in substance use recovery and has been sober for a few years. They are willing to do the work, but will med schools even consider them? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
323: Can I Use A Letter of Recommendation from 3 Years Ago?
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.46 MBThis premed asked a professor from a few years ago to write a letter and instead they offered to resend an old letter dated 3 years back. Should the use it? Links: Full Episode Blog Post MappdCon 2023 myLORs (promo code OLDPREMEDS) AAMC core competencies Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
322: Should I Talk About My Prior Career in Personal Statement?
February 08, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.44 MBThis career changer is being advised to talk about her prior career in her personal statement. She disagrees but feels obligated by her mentor. What now? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Academy The MCAT Podcast Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement
321: How Important is Clinical Experience?
February 01, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBThis older premed has work, travel, family, school, and MCAT. Does she really need clinical experience? Links: Full Episode Blog Post eShadowing Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
320: Admissions Advisor From a Med School Discouraged Me
January 27, 2023 17:22 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBThis career changer works full-time as a nurse while taking classes, but an admissions advisor told her she needs to be in school full-time. What now? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
319: Avoid Burnout in My Gap Years
January 11, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBThis recent graduate has to do science GPA repair, get clinical experience, and take the MCAT. Is it possible to do all this in 2-3 years? Links: Full Episode Blog Post The MCAT Podcast Mappd Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
318: From Optometry to Opthalmology
January 04, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBThis non-trad is already in their 3rd year of optometry school. Is it too late to switch to medical school? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media The MCAT Podcast Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
317: Should I Retake Bio When I Got C+?
December 14, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.61 MBThis postbacc wants to retake biology - her grade was a C+ and she doesn't remember much. Her school says she's not allowed to though. What now? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
316: How Many Credits for My DIY Postbacc?
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MBThis student needs to take Organic Chem 1 and Organic Chem 2, and she plans to take Physiology. How many more postbacc credits does she need? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd.com (referral code OLDPREMEDS) myLORS.com premedhangout.com Blueprint MCAT Application Renovation
315: Is There Still a Stigma for Community College?
October 19, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.66 MBWill adcoms accept community college and online classes? Or is there a stigma? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
314: Are There More Non-trads Now?
October 12, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBThis non-trad wants to know if non-trads are becoming more common. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT Matriculating Student Questionnaire (MSQ)
313: Can Volunteer Experience Expire?
September 28, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MBThis older premed is in great shape with clinical, but they are not sure about their volunteer experiences. What counts? How old can it be? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Premed Hangout Blueprint MCAT
312: I Messed Up As A PA Student. Is Med School Even Possible?
September 07, 2022 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.77 MBThis PA school grad wants to become a physician- but they had some bumps in the road. Can they fix them? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
311: Does Being A Father Put You At A Disadvantage?
August 31, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.99 MBThis non-trad working father worries that his obligations put him at a disadvantage and wonders how to communicate the problem to admissions committees. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
310: Caribbean MD vs. DO?
August 24, 2022 14:58 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBThis premed was accepted to a Caribbean MD school- but wants to know if they should hold out for a DO acceptance in the states. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
309: I Struggled In Engineering, Will I Make It As A Premed?
August 17, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBThis nontrad struggled through their engineering journey. Can they make the shift to premed and survive? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Mappd Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
308: Single Mom to a Deaf Toddler–Can I Make It?
August 10, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MBThis mom is in a rural community and needs help figuring out how to reach her goal of working with those like her child- how can we Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media www.premedhangout.com Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
307: Law School to Med School?
July 29, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 6.93 MBThis law student wants to become a med student with no clinical experience. Dr. Gray weighs in here. Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com www.premedhangout.com (Use #OPMquestion)
306: How Do I Classify Additional Undergrad Work?
July 13, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.48 MBThis premed took additional classes while still "Degree Seeking", how should they classify their courses? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT AMCAS Applicant Guide
305: I'm Over 40- Where Do I Even Start?
May 18, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MBThis nontrad premed needs help getting started- what path should they take? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
304: Does My Speech Pathologist Experience Help Me?
May 04, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBThis premed is a speech pathologist who wants to know what their work experience would be considered. What is it classified as? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
303: Am I Wrong To Pursue My Dream After All This Time?
March 30, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThis premed mom is doubting if she should be pursuing her goal of becoming a doctor- what does Dr. Gray think? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
302: Getting LORs After Graduating Years Ago
March 23, 2022 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBThis student has been out of school for YEARS. How can they get Letters fo Rec? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Blueprint MCAT's spaced repetition flashcard program Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
301: Mechanic to Med School, How Do I Start?
March 16, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.35 MBToday's nontrad is a mechanic premed who lives in a rural area and needs help getting up to date. Let's help this student! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Academy. Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
300: Do I Need to Diversify my Clinical Experience?
March 09, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBToday's 2022 applicant was told that their clinical experience wasn't enough. Do they need more or was that person wrong? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Application Renovation Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
299: I Overcame My 1.13 GPA- Do I Still Need More Time?
February 23, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MBThis nontrad Veteran already overcame a low GPA- now they're up against the MCAT. What's Dr. Gray's timeline advice? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
298: Will My 7-Year-Old Drug Charge Hold Me Back?
February 16, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 15.1 MBThis nontrad has great stats but is worried that an old drug charge will keep them out of med school. Can they overcome it? Links: Full Episode Blog Post PMY197: Can You Become a Doctor If You’ve Been Arrested? PMY399: Social Injustices, the Law, and Applying to Medical School Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
297: Do I Apply Earlier or Gain Clinical Experience?
December 15, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBToday's nontrad has some shadowing hours but little-to-no clinical experience. Are they better off waiting a year to gain that experience? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT
296: I Failed My First Posbac. Now What?
December 08, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.46 MBOur nontrad today struggled through their postbac and is wondering what their options are now. Let's give this premed hope and a path forward! Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT Mappd The Premed Years Podcast Session 230: Rejected From the Caribbean! Now with a US Acceptance!
295: Should I Take Premed Prereqs While in an Accelerated BSN?
December 01, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.63 MBThis nontrad is completing her ABSN but has decided to pursue the premed path. Should she start taking prereqs now or wait until she finishes her ABSN? Links: Full Episode Blog Post Meded Media Nontrad Premed Forum Premedforums.com Blueprint MCAT