Board Certified - Medical licensing and career podcast

How to write your personal statement for med school

Your personal statement should include more than just metrics. Laurel Poole is the Director of Admissions for the MD program at UCF. In this episode, Laurel discusses why the personal statement is one of the most important parts of a medical school application and what types of experiences tend to resonate most with admissions readers.    Achievable offers affordable and effective online prep courses for the MCAT, USMLE Step 1, PTCE, NPTE, CSCS, and other medical exams. Visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try any of our courses for free and see if they're the right fit for you.

What med schools really want in an applicant

Wondering what you should focus on most for your med school application? Dr. Charlene Green is the Assistant Dean of Admissions, Outreach, and Diversity at the UC Davis School of Medicine, where she oversees medical school admissions and pathway programs designed to support aspiring physicians. In this episode, we discuss how to put your best foot forward for med school using academic metrics, extracurriculars, letters of recommendation, and holistic review.   Achievable offers affordable and effective online prep courses for the MCAT, USMLE Step 1, PTCE, NPTE, CSCS, and other medical exams. Visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try any of our courses for free and see if they're the right fit for you.

The ins and outs of physical therapy

Curious about becoming a physical therapist? Dhruv Shah is a licensed Physical Therapist with ATI Physical Therapy, serving patients in Glendale, Arizona through personalized rehabilitation and movement-focused care. In this episode, Dhruv walks us through a day in the life of a PT, the necessary skills required for this industry, and common misconceptions about physical therapy.  Achievable offers affordable and effective online prep courses for the MCAT, USMLE Step 1, PTCE, NPTE, CSCS, and other medical exams. Visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try any of our courses for free and see if they're the right fit for you.

How this IMG passed the USMLE Step 1, 2 CK, and 3 in a single academic year

Passing the USMLE Step exams is no easy feat, especially in a single academic year. Dr. Maheen Hashmi is an Internal Medicine resident at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, passing all three USMLE exams within a single academic year. In this episode, Dr. Hashmi discusses her strategy for passing the Step exams, how long it took her to study for each exam, and practical tips for smart, efficient prep. Achievable offers affordable and effective online prep courses for the MCAT, USMLE Step 1, PTCE, NPTE, CSCS, and other medical exams. Visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try any of our courses for free and see if they're the right fit for you.

What it takes to prepare for the CSCS

Knowing material for the CSCS isn't enough; can you apply it under pressure? Mark Christiani is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with over a decade of experience in tactical training and collegiate human performance. In this episode, Mark walks through the CSCS exam sections, how to approach the most difficult topics, and how to balance your study schedule day to day.    Achievable offers affordable and effective online prep courses for the MCAT, USMLE Step 1, PTCE, NPTE, CSCS, and other medical exams. Visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try any of our courses for free and see if they're the right fit for you.