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BONUS: The Osteopathic Experience with Luke Maxfield, DO

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 31, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
Dr. Luke Maxfield joins The MCAT Basics Podcast to discuss his experience in Osteopathic medicine. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and is currently a dermatology resident.  Dr. Maxfield talks about the differences and similarities between an MD (allopathic medicine)...

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Fat and Protein Metabolism

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 29, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers fat and protein metabolism. First, I cover fat metabolism including lipolysis, beta oxidation, and fatty acid synthesis. Then, I discuss protein and amino acid metabolism. [01:32] Fatty Acid Catabolism [08:02] Lipolysis [10:12] Beta Oxidation [21:34] Fatty Acid Sy...

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Social Norms & Deviance

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 24, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers social norms and deviance. I discuss the types of formal and informal norms, different theories for why deviance occurs, as well as types of collective deviance. [02:09] Defining Social Norms & Deviance [04:32] Formal Versus Informal Norms [04:49] Informal Norms: Fo...

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Population Genetics

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 22, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers population genetics. I discuss genotypes and phenotypes, inheritance patterns, and the Hardy-Weinberg equation. In addition, I talk about the four ways that a population’s genetics can change over time i.e. natural selection, mutation, genetic drift and gene flow. [01:0...

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BONUS: Evidence Based Study Methods with Chase DiMarco

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 17, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
Chase and Sam discuss various study tips, habits, and evidence-based methods to help students succeed on the MCAT and in medical school. [01:03] How To Memorize A Million Things [02:26] The Spacing Effect and Rehearsal Effect [06:02] Overcoming the “Forgetting Curve” [08:03] Elaborative I...

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Synergizing Passions: Integrating Art and Medicine

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 17, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Jennifer Jeboda, a recent MD graduate who aspires to be a pediatric anesthesiologist. They talk about her adventurous journey in medicine and how she manages to keep her passion for art alive.   [00:50] Introducing Dr. Jennifer Jeboda [07:44] US Healthcare vers...

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Common Hormone Axes

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 15, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT Basics podcast covers three common hormone axes. I break down the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis, and the renin angiotensin-aldosterone System (RAAS) axis. I explain the anatomy of the regions, organs, and hormones involved, and...

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BONUS: Dr. Shannon Sovndal Interview

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 10, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
Dr. Shannon Sovndal, an emergency medicine specialist, discusses his medical journey, career experiences and advice for pre-med and medical students. [0:36] Dr. Sovndal’s Background and Accomplishments [01:18] Recurring Patients in an ER [02:25] The Influence of Personality on Choosing Emer...

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From Doctor to Voice Over Artist

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 10, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Claudia Anglade, who is a board certified family physician and voice over artist. They talk about navigating shifting priorities in medicine and how to make space for new interests.  [00:55] Introducing Dr. Claudia Anglade [08:18] Exploring Interests Outside of...

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The Excretory System

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 08, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
I break down information about the excretory system that will be useful for the MCAT. He first compares the functions of the excretory system versus the digestive and urinary systems. Then, he describes the anatomy of the excretory system. Finally, he details the physiology of the excretory syst...

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Behind the Admissions Curtain: How Medical Schools Screen Applications

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 03, 2023 08:31 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Ian Hagemann, the Assistant Dean for Admissions at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. They talk about how medical schools screen applications and the future of admissions in the advent of AI and chatbots.  [00:44] Introducing Dr. Ian Hagemann ...

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Sleep and Circadian Rhythms

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - August 03, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers sleep and circadian rhythms. First, I cover biology and physiology topics regarding sleep and circadian including the parts of the brain involved in sleep, the stages of sleep, and circadian rhythms. Then, I discuss psychology related sleep topics including sleep and dre...

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Highlight #10 - T Cells

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 27, 2023 08:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast is a short segment from the “Immune System - Adaptive” podcast. Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: [email protected] To learn more about how MedSchoolCoach can help you along your medical school journey, visit us at Prospective Doctor. Than...

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Med School Applications Decoded: Anatomy of Success

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 27, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Leila Amiri, Ph.D, the associate dean for admissions at Robert Lerner M.D. College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. They talk about how to address blemishes on your medical school application and how to stand out as a reapplicant. [01:01] Introducing Leila A...

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The Digestive System

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 25, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers the digestive system. First, I talk generally about what the digestive system is and does. Then, I break down some digestive system anatomy and physiology (mostly physiology). Last, I briefly mention how digestion is regulated. Please email me if you have any comments ...

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Electrochemistry

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 20, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers electrochemistry. First, I give an intro to electrochemical cells where I talk about galvanic vs electrolytic cells, concentration cells, the structure of an electrochemical cell, reduction/oxidation, directionality of electron flow, and a mnemonic I use to keep it all s...

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From Data to Action: Leveraging Meaningful Research in Public Health Initiatives

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 20, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Marissa Robinson, the initiative coordinator for Ending the HIV Epidemic under the U.S. Department of Health. They talk about how each person can make an impact on public health. [00:38] Introducing Marissa Robinson [04:41] Conducting Meaningful Research [08:...

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Highlight #8 - Erikson’s 8 Stages of Psychosocial Development

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 18, 2023 08:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast is a short segment from the “Psychosocial Development and Identity” podcast. Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: [email protected] To learn more about how MedSchoolCoach can help you along your medical school journey, visit us at Prospective D...

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Biological Membranes

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 13, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers membranes. First, I discuss a few introductory topics regarding membranes: what they are, how they are formed, membranes in the cell, and cell to cell junctions. Second, I talk about transport through the membrane, including simple diffusion, active vs passive transport,...

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Building Your Pre-Med Network

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 13, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Alexia Childress, the CEO and co-founder of the National Pre-Health Community. They talk about the founding story of the NPHC, building connections in healthcare, and  pre-med admissions. [00:37] Introducing Alexia Childress [03:20] Forming the National Pre-Health ...

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Highlight #7 - The Three Germ Layers

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 11, 2023 08:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast is a short segment from the “The Reproductive System” podcast. Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: [email protected] To learn more about how MedSchoolCoach can help you along your medical school journey, visit us at Prospective Doctor. Thank...

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Highlight #6 - Meiosis

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 06, 2023 08:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast is a short segment from the “Genetics- Chromosomes, Meiosis and Mitosis, and Inheritance Patterns” podcast. Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: [email protected] To learn more about how MedSchoolCoach can help you along your medical school jou...

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Application Tips from a Harvard Med Student

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 06, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Olivia Brumfield who is currently a third year student at Harvard Medical School. They talk about applying to medical schools with intention and personalizing medical education.   [00:39] Introducing Olivia Brumfield [02:20] Medical School Application Tips [10:55...

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ATP

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - July 04, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast covers adenosine triphosphate (ATP). I discuss: 1) ATP's structure, 2) its thermodynamics and how it drives other biological reactions, 3) its production and regeneration, and 4) its function (including its role in the Na+/K+ pump, protein phosphorylation, and ATP binding casse...

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Never Say Never - A Story of Perseverance from a Breast Fellow

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - June 29, 2023 09:52 - 41 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Adam Johnson, a general surgeon who has recently matched into a breast surgical oncology fellowship. They talk about his passion for breast oncology and how he overcame the setbacks in his medical journey. [00:58] Introducing Dr. Adam Johnson [05:22] Early Medi...

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Highlight #5 - pH Calculations

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - June 29, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast is a short segment from the “Acids and Bases” podcast. Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: [email protected] To learn more about how MedSchoolCoach can help you along your medical school journey, visit us at Prospective Doctor. Thanks for li...

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Bonus Episode: Coronavirus Vaccine Interview

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - June 27, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
In this bonus episode I interview Olubukola (Olu) Abiona, a research fellow in the Vaccine Research Center at the National Institutes of Health. She is a member of the team that produced the first coronavirus vaccine in the US. In addition to the interview, I review some basic coronavirus virolo...

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Tales From a Breast Surgeon

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - June 22, 2023 08:51 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Valentina Bonev, a board certified and fellowship trained breast surgical oncologist. They talk about how she decided on her subspecialty and how to seek out mentors in your chosen field.  [00:47] Introducing Dr. Valentina Bonev [02:37] Why Breast Surgical Onco...

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Highlight #4 - Acid and Base Definitions

MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) - June 22, 2023 08:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 222 ratings
This MCAT podcast is a short segment from the “Acids and Bases” podcast. It covers the various definitions of acids and bases, including strong vs weak acids and bases. Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: [email protected] To learn more about how MedSchoolCoach...

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A Dentist's Transition to Medical School

Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach) - June 15, 2023 09:45 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 21 ratings
Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Justin Middleton, who is an oral and maxillofacial surgery resident at Boston Medical Center. They talk about the differences between dentistry and medicine, and how to find your specialization in either field.   [00:50] Introducing Dr. Justin Middleton [02:27]...