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All Access: Med School Admissions

Feb 25, 2020

It’s back to the Lone Star state to talk with the Admissions Deans at Baylor College of Medicine located in Houston, Texas.  You’ve likely heard the phrase that “Everything is bigger in Texas” and this is definitely a big episode. We don’t hear from one admissions dean - we talk with two. Baylor COM is located...


Feb 19, 2020

In recognition of National Financial Aid Awareness month, I’ve asked two of my friends in financial aid to come on the show to discuss financial aid-related topics primarily discussing how you pay for medical school.  We also discuss topics such as needs-based aid, loans, scholarships, and the importance of financial...


Feb 18, 2020

Surprise! A short bonus episode for you! In light of last week's big news about USMLE Step 1 going to Pass/Fail in the next couple of years, I wanted to get you some brief comments from an admissions office on this with Dr. Lina Mehta, Associate Dean for Admissions at CWRU School of Medicine.  We have already received...


Feb 12, 2020

I am joined by Navy Commander Dr. Robert Liotta, the Associate Dean for Recruitment & Admissions for the Uniformed Services University F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine.  This is a uniquely informative conversation as we discuss military medicine, the benefits of serving in the armed forces, the commitment that is...


Feb 5, 2020

“Oh baby don't you wanna go, Back to that same old place, Sweet home Chicago”

Like The Blues Brothers, we’re on a mission. Our mission is to bring you more med admissions insight.  In this episode, I’m joined by my very special guest, Dr. Leila Amiri, the Assistant Dean of Admissions & Recruitment at the...