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In this enlightening episode, I sit down with the recently appointed, dynamic Assistant Dean for Admissions at the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Deborah Berman. Dr. Berman offers an in-depth look into the significant curricular updates, wellness initiatives, and the evolving admissions landscape at one of the premier medical schools in the United States.

Our conversation begins with a deep dive into the curricular updates that are setting new standards for medical education. Beyond the curriculum, we explore the comprehensive wellness initiatives that underscore the University of Michigan Medical School's commitment to student well-being. Dr. Berman discusses the resources and support systems in place to ensure that medical students can thrive academically, physically, and mentally throughout their rigorous educational journey.

Admissions updates and advice form a crucial part of our discussion. Dr. Berman sheds light on the latest changes in the admissions process, emphasizing holistic review practices that seek to identify well-rounded candidates passionate about making a difference in the medical field. She offers invaluable advice for applicants, from highlighting their unique experiences to demonstrating a genuine commitment to healthcare and community service.

Tune in to gain an insider’s view of medical education at the University of Michigan Medical School how they have forward-looking initiatives in innovative and compassionate physician training.

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HOST: Christian Essman

RESOURCES:

Curriculum

M-Home Support Services

Dr. Lisa Meeks, Disabilities expert in medical education

Admissions

Join us for an exclusive Zoom event featuring Christian Essman, the host of "All Access: Med School Admissions." Are you an aspiring medical student with burning questions about the admissions process? Look no further! This is your chance to spend an engaging evening with Christian Essman and have all your inquiries answered.

During this virtual gathering, Christian Essman will share his knowledge and expertise on the intricate world of medical school admissions. As a seasoned professional in the field, he has guided countless students through the challenging journey of getting into medical school. With his wealth of experience and insider insights, Christian will provide invaluable advice, strategies, and tips to help you navigate the complex admissions process successfully.

The event will be structured as an interactive Q&A session, allowing participants to ask Christian anything related to med school admissions. Whether you have inquiries about crafting an outstanding personal statement, preparing for interviews, selecting the right medical schools, or seeking guidance on how to stand out among other applicants, Christian will be there to offer his expert advice and address all your concerns.

THURSDAY, JUNE 15th @ 7:00 pm EST

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I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Tracy Kedian, the Associate Dean for Admissions, at the UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester, MA. Dr. Kedian sheds light on the unique aspects of UMass Chan's curriculum, known as VISTA. This innovative curriculum fosters curiosity, inquiry, and equity through group and problem-based learning, along with extensive use of medical simulation. One exciting feature of UMass Chan is its commitment to serving underserved populations. With a focus on health disparities and public and community health, the school offers two distinct tracks with its regional campuses - the Population-based Urban and Rural Community Health track, based at Baystate Health Systems in western MA and the LEAD@Lahey track, located in Burlington, MA, that concentrates on leadership skills and health systems science to prepare future medical leaders.

Dr. Kedian also provides valuable insights into the admissions process at UMass Chan. While the school predominantly admits students from Massachusetts, it remains an excellent resource for premeds from all backgrounds. Throughout this conversation, you'll discover a wealth of helpful advice for aspiring medical students, regardless of whether UMass Chan is your state school or not. Join us as we delve into the world of UMass Chan Medical School and med school admissions with Dr. Tracy Kedian, a dedicated family physician and an expert in medical school admissions.

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RESOURCES:

UMass Chan Medical School

2022 Year in Review YouTube Video

VISTA Curriculum

CONTACT:

admissions@umassmed.edu

Music:

Kalte Ohren by Alex (c) copyright 2019 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/AlexBeroza/59612 Ft: starfrosch & Jerry Spoon

Dr. Judianne Kellaway, the Associate Dean for Admissions & Outreach, at the Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at University of Texas Health San Antonio joins me for a entertaining and wonderfully informative conversation. Dr. Kellaway takes us through the highlights and unique aspects of their CIRCLE curriculum including, professional identity formation, wellness programming, ultrasound curriculum, and more! She also discusses their admissions process in the TMDSAS (Texas Medical & Dental Schools Application Service), what they value in applicants and how they use the CASPer situational judgment test and Standardized-One-Way-Video for interviewees.

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Young Physicians Initiative recorded panel from March 1, 2023

*FREE! AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair - March 28 & 29, 2023

RESOURCES:

The Long School of Medicine

What to expect at the Long the School of Medicine

IRAT and TRAT 

Curriculum - Including Distinction Programs

Professional Identity Formation

Student Wellness

TMDSAS

JAMP

Positivity, By Barbara Fredrickson

Shawn Achor - Human Potential Expert

CONTACT:

LongSOM@uthscsa.edu 

Black cat Funky by reusenoise (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/reusenoise/56513 

Music: Soaring over the sea by Darkroom (c) copyright 2022 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/mactonite/65379 

The Assistant Dean of Medical Education and Admissions, Dr. Liesel Copeland, joins me to discuss the curricular highlights and admissions process at Rutgers University Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. In 2021, the medical school launched the 5 C’s Curriculum: Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Clinical Skills, Competence and Compassion which we talk about during our conversation. We also discuss their admissions process and how and why they use situational judgment tests like CASPer and the AAMC’s PREview assessment.

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RESOURCES:

*FREE! AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair - March 28 & 29, 2023

MSAR - Medical School Admissions Requirements Guide

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School 

Distinction Programs

5 C’s Curriculum

Finding Your Personal Purpose and Values Resources

CONTACT: rwjapadm@rwjms.rutgers.edu 

Music: Soaring over the sea by Darkroom (c) copyright 2022 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/mactonite/65379 

I sat down with Dr. Lina Mehta, Associate Dean for Admissions at the CWRU School of Medicine to discuss some admissions-related topics. We reflected on the previous application cycle, current topics is admissions, and looking ahead to the next cycle. We think you'll find this episode to be informative and, hopefully, entertaining! 

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RESOURCES: 

• Current Supreme Court Cases Related to Admissions
  • Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President & Fellows of Harvard College
  • Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. University of North Carolina
• Young Physicians Initiative - Medical School Admissions Panel Livestream - Wednesday, March 1, 2023 @ 7:30 pm EST
  • facebook.com/YoungPhysicians
  • youtu.be/64Y6sRDk0U0
• *FREE! AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair - March 28 & 29, 2023

Would you like us to speak to your pre-med group?  Email us at allaccess@case.edu and we’ll try to work out something with you!  

Dr. Mehta’s Current Book Recommendations:

From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life

The Immortal Life Henrietta Lacks

Christian’s Current Book Recommendations: 

Becoming a Resonant Leader

Project Hail Mary

Music: The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode

Join me for an informative conversation with the Assistant Dean of Admissions, Dr. Dustin Fulton, from UTHSC.  As one of two public allopathic medical schools in the State of Tennessee, it is a popular destination for many premed students.  The College has a strong commitment to training physicians who plan to go into primary care practice. Throughout the 4-year curriculum, students are exposed to primary care options through preceptors and master clinicians in the first two years and during clerkships, electives and junior internships in the clinical phase of the curriculum. They also have an accelerated 3-year curriculum offers a conditional acceptance into a primary care residency program at UTHSC upon completion of the MD degree. 

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RESOURCES:

“Please Come to Boston” by Dave Loggins

Blinq - Digital Business Card

UTHSC

Accelerated 3-year MD

Longitudinal Scholars Project

SASSI - Student Academic Support Services

CHIPS - Simulation Center

UNITE

Bluff City Medical Society

UTHSC Information Sessions

CONTACT:

comadmissions@uthsc.edu 

Checking in midway through the 2022-2023 application cycle with updates and tips for current applicants and advice for prospective applicants. 

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RESOURCES

AMCAS 2022-2023 Application Guide

FREE AAMC - Diversifying the Next Generation of Doctors: Career Fair and Workshops

Saturday, November 12, 2022   |   8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CT   |   Nashville, TN

AAMC FACTS - Applicants, Matriculants, Enrollment, Graduates, MD-PhD, and Residency Applicants Data

Altus - Casper Situational Judgment Test

AAMC PREview Situational Judgment Test

Kira Situational Judgment Test 

See what schools require situational judgment tests - MSAR

The podcasting community is a small, supportive community and when I heard of this new podcast from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, I knew I had to share it with you, my premed listeners. It is called, “The Clinical Excellence Podcast” and can be helpful and provide insight for our premed listeners to hear how physicians navigate the various challenges of this profession. 

If you find this podcast to be a helpful resource, RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE please!  It helps others find it!

Send me your recommendations for future medical schools that you'd like to hear featured! Send it to: allaccess@case.edu   

Visit our website for more information on this episode and others. 

https://linktr.ee/allaccessmedschool    

RESOURCES: 

Dr. Adam Cifu

The Bucksbaum Institute of Clinical Excellence

The Clinical Excellence Podcast

On Being a Doctor Lecture Series - It’s an open lecture and aimed to help college students.

New MCAT Resources:

Sign up to be notified when the AAMC MCAT Official Prep Free Practice Exam is available.

Some of Christian's Favorite Podcasts:

The Daily

Coaching for Leaders

Work Life

TED Radio Hour

How I Built This

Unlocking Us

The Eddie Trunk Podcast

If you want to know more about Medical Scientist Training Programs (MD/PhD), then this is the episode for you! You will hear from a leader in the MSTP community, Mr. Brian Sullivan, the Executive Director of the MSTP at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.  As Director of the largest MSTP in the US, Mr. Sullivan brings a wealth of knowledge as he walks us through the intricacies of this unique biomedical research training degree and discusses some of the little known and subtle nuances of what makes for a strong MSTP applicant. 

If you find this podcast to be a helpful resource, RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE please!  It helps others find it!

Send me your recommendations for future medical schools that you'd like to hear featured! Send it to: allaccess@case.edu   

Visit our website for more information on this episode and others. 

https://linktr.ee/allaccessmedschool    

RESOURCES: 

Washington University School of Medicine MSTP

CWRU School of Medicine MSTP

List of MSTP Programs

AAMC MSTP Resources

AAMC Tools for MSTP Applicants

Gaps between college and starting an MD-PhD program are adding years to physician-scientist training time

Long-Term Trends in the Age of Principal Investigators Supported for the First Time on NIH R01-Equivalent Awards

CONTACT: 

mstp@email.wustl.edu 

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has developed a situational judgment test called, PREview Professional Readiness Exam, that is being used by eighteen medical schools for the 2022-2023 application cycle. I am joined in this episode by two representatives from the AAMC who are intimately involved in the development and delivery of this new assessment tool. You will hear details about this exam and preparing for it from Dr. Rebecca Fraser, the Director of Content Development within the Admissions and Selection Research and Development Program, and Lisa Peters, the Director of Operations for PREview. 

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Visit our website for more information on this episode and others. 

https://linktr.ee/allaccessmedschool  

RESOURCES:

AAMC PREview Professional Readiness Exam

Essential Guide

Workspace and Computer Requirements

Practice Exam

Core Competencies for Entering Medical Students

2022-2023 Participating Schools

Carle Illinois College of Medicine - Research Only

Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science Recommended - Research Only

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University - Recommended

Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences - Recommended

Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine - Recommended

George Washington University School of Medicine - Recommended

Michigan State University College of Human Medicine - Required (either PREview exam or CASPer)

Morehouse School of Medicine - Recommended

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine - Recommended

Saint Louis University School of Medicine - Required

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - Recommended

Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine - Required

University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine - Recommended

University of California at Davis School of Medicine - Required

University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine - Required

University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine - Required

University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Recommended - Research Only

University of Virginia School of Medicine - Accepted, Research Only

We learn about the School of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University with the Assistant Dean for Admissions. We also discuss tips about personal statements. To get more information about this episode and others visit: https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess

Resources:

• Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
• Genes to Society Curriculum
• AAMC:  Crafting Your Personal Statement
• Section 8 of the AMCAS Application:  Essays

Contact:

somadmiss@jhmi.edu

Show update and info on what's coming up next! Check out All Access: Med School Admissions show page for more information and resources: https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess

We learn about the University of Rochester School of Medicine and their admissions process with the Associate Dean for Admissions. We also answer listener questions.

To get more information about this episode and others visit https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess 

Resources:

The University of Rochester School of Medicine

Dr. Nobay's Interests & Recommendations:

Books:  

• How Doctors Think, Dr. Jerome Groopman
• The God of Small Things, Arundhati Roy
• Unaccustomed Earth, Jhumpa Lahiri
• The Tennis Partner, Dr. Abraham Verghese

Podcasts & Blogs:

• The Daily by the New York Times
• FemInEM: Females Working in Emergency Medicine

Contact:  mdadmish@urmc.rochester.edu

All Access: Med School Admissions is a new podcast for the pre-med community. You will learn about different medical schools, what makes their programs unique, and understand what they are looking for in their prospective students. Most importantly, you will pick up insightful tips and reliable advice about the medical school application process directly from the most authoritative sources out there.

For more information about this podcast visit: https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess