Aspire Premed

Ep. 45: Non-Medical Skills for Future Physicians REVISITED

On the path to medicine, we focus so much on learning how to master our craft, which, after all, makes sense; it's what we signed up for! However, in today’s revisited episode, Dr. V focuses on something quite different, the important non-medical skills that could empower future physicians. If developed early on, these might put us at a tremendous advantage on our path to medicine. Learn what they are on this latest episode of Aspire Premed. Reach out at AspirePremed@gmail.com [AspirePremed@gmail.com] or on Instagram @aspire.premed.podcast.

Ep 44: Making Your Med School List REVISITED

In today’s revisited episode, you'll hear about practical ways to think about creating your med school list. What will factor into your selection? Tune in to learn more about an invaluable resource that could provide detailed information about the schools that may interest you, as well as tips to help narrow down which programs may best suit your priorities. If you’re enjoying Aspire Premed, click “Follow” and share with a friend! Want to learn more about a one-on-one premed support session? Reach out: AspirePremed@gmail.com

Ep. 43: Personal Statement Inspiration REVISITED

Working on your personal statement essay for medical school? Today’s revisited episode offers some helpful insights! Whether you’re a current applicant already putting pen to paper, or a first-year premed inspired to plan ahead, today’s episode has something for you. Dr. V reviews ways to overcome personal statement writer’s block, and provides helpful resources that could motivate you to tell your unique story in the best way you can.  Be sure to check out Aspire Premed Ep. 4 (“Your Path, Your Story”) and Ep. 7 (“The Core Competencies”) for even more personal statement inspiration; all of these episodes are great ways to start! Also note that since the original airing of "Personal Statement Inspiration" in 2022, the AAMC has issued the updated "2024 AMCAS Applicant Guide;" please defer to the AAMC for the most up-to-date information.  Follow Aspire Premed on Instagram (@aspire.premed.podcast), and if you’re enjoying the podcast, please share with a friend!

Ep. 42: Work/Activities Section Inspiration

In anticipation of this cycle's AMCAS application season, Dr. V is dedicating today's episode to the Work/Activities section. Tune in to learn more about approaches that could inspire your writing, and ways to use your experiences as a platform through which you could tell your story. If you know someone who might benefit from these practical insights, share this week's episode with them. Good luck to everyone on their journey! Follow on Instagram: @aspire.premed.podcast. Reach out to inquire about a one-on-one premed support session: AspirePremed@gmail.com

Ep.41: Premed for Beginners

Interested in a career as a physician? Today, Dr. V gives an introduction to the premed path. Whether you're just starting to consider a career as a medical doctor, or you're well on your way, tune in today to hear an important overview. Do you need to major in a science? What helpful resources exist online and at your school? What are some of the requirements to get into medical school? Listen to today's episode to hear insights into these questions- and more! Finally, if you're interested in more premed content, check out @aspire.premed.podcast on Instagram. Email AspirePremed@gmail.com to learn more about one-on-one premed support sessions with Dr. V.