This nontrad premed is transitioning from a military career to become a physician. How should she share her experiences in a way that will resonate with adcoms?

Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A

150: Impact or Skills: Which do Adcoms Really Care More About?

Our student today is trying to figure out why her practice MCAT scores are different than her actual MCAT. Let's dive in and get to the bottom of it. Join us!

149: Why is My Practice MCAT Is Different From My Actual MCAT?

Our premed today has a good uGPA, but her overall trend raises some red flags. Find out why I recommend taking additional coursework to demonstrate consistency.

148: Do I Need a Postbac to Overcome An Inconsistent uGPA Trend?

Today, we discuss how to recover from a downward trend in your GPA. Listen to find out why I think a postbac might be a good idea for this student.

147: How Can I Recover From a Downward Trend in My GPA?

You LOVE ortho, but should you discuss your interest orthopedics in your personal statement? Find out why not and what to do instead to craft a better PS.

145: Should I Share My Love for Ortho in My Personal Statement?

Our coaching call today centers around a student who has bounced around several schools, majors and paths. How does she communicate she wants to be a doctor?

145: How Do You Show Schools You Don't Have Commitment Issues

He improved from a 488 to a 493 but still needs to improve. He's in the middle of applications. Should he take it in September or wait and reapply next year?

146: Should I Retake a Poor MCAT During the Application Cycle?

After being called to Active Duty, this premed found herself facing 3 weeks of coursework and 5 finals within 24 hours. How should she address her suspension?

143: How Do I Address a School Suspension Due to Military Duty?

Our student this week has spent hours taking care of family members as a caretaker. Would it count as clinical experience?

142: Does Being a Family Caretaker Count as Clinical Experience?

Wondering when is an appropriate time to contact medical schools? In this podcast, I answer this question and more! Links:https://medicalschoolhq.net/adg-141-when-and-how-should-you-contact-medical-schools/ (Full Episode Blog Post) https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (MedEd Media) https://www.facebook.com/MedicalSchoolHQ/ (Medical School HQ Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/user/MedicalSchoolHQ (Medical School HQ YouTube channel) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medicalschoolhq/ (@MedicalSchoolHQ) Join the https://store.medicalschoolhq.net/store/zBzcDvvk (Application Academy)! https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Personal-Statement-Interview/dp/168350853X (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement) https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premed-playbook-guide-to-the-medical-school-application-process-ryan-gray-md/1139169189 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process) https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Medical-School-Interview-ebook/dp/B01NAASM66 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview) https://blueprintprep.com/mcat (Blueprint MCAT) https://medicalschoolhq.net/mcat-podcast/ (The MCAT Podcast) https://jackwestin.com/ (Jack Westin)

141: When and How Should You Contact Medical Schools?

Today's student is worried that her GPA isn't high enough in light of her background. But can she prove her academic ability despite her GPA inconsistency? Links:https://medicalschoolhq.net/adg-140-should-i-be-concerned-if-my-gpa-trend-is-not-consistent/ (Full Episode Blog Post) https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (MedEd Media) https://www.facebook.com/MedicalSchoolHQ/ (Medical School HQ Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/user/MedicalSchoolHQ (Medical School HQ YouTube channel) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medicalschoolhq/ (@MedicalSchoolHQ) Join the https://store.medicalschoolhq.net/store/zBzcDvvk (Application Academy)! https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Personal-Statement-Interview/dp/168350853X (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement) https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premed-playbook-guide-to-the-medical-school-application-process-ryan-gray-md/1139169189 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process) https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Medical-School-Interview-ebook/dp/B01NAASM66 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview) https://blueprintprep.com/mcat (Blueprint MCAT) https://mappd.com/ask-the-dean (Ask the Dean series)

140: Should I Be Concerned if My Gpa Trend Is Not Consistent?

Many students participate in clubs during their premed journey. Is it something that should be included in the med school activity section? It depends! Listen. Links:https://medicalschoolhq.net/adg-139-should-i-list-club-membership-in-the-activity-section/ (Full Episode Blog Post) https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (MedEd Media) https://www.facebook.com/MedicalSchoolHQ/ (Medical School HQ Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/user/MedicalSchoolHQ (Medical School HQ YouTube channel) https://medicalschoolhq.net/mcat-cars-podcast/ (The MCAT CARS Podcast) https://medicalschoolhq.net/mcat-podcast/ (The MCAT Podcast)  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medicalschoolhq/ (@MedicalSchoolHQ) Join the https://store.medicalschoolhq.net/store/zBzcDvvk (Application Academy)! https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Personal-Statement-Interview/dp/168350853X (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement) https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premed-playbook-guide-to-the-medical-school-application-process-ryan-gray-md/1139169189 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process) https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Medical-School-Interview-ebook/dp/B01NAASM66 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview) https://blueprintprep.com/mcat (Blueprint MCAT)

139: Should I List Club Membership in the Activity Se

Our student today is worried that her GPA isn't high enough in light of being a overrepresented student. Will her GPA be viewed with her ethnicity as a factor? Links:https://medicalschoolhq.net/adg-138-will-gpa-be-weighed-more-if-im-an-overrepresented-student/ (Full Episode Blog Post) https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (MedEd Media) https://www.facebook.com/MedicalSchoolHQ/ (Medical School HQ Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/user/MedicalSchoolHQ (Medical School HQ YouTube channel) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medicalschoolhq/ (@MedicalSchoolHQ) Join the https://store.medicalschoolhq.net/store/zBzcDvvk (Application Academy)! https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premed-playbook-guide-to-the-medical-school-application-process-ryan-gray-md/1139169189 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process) https://blueprintprep.com/mcat (Blueprint MCAT)

138: How You Should Calculate Your Overlapping Activity Hours

This mom of five is trying to keep going despite all odds but sometimes lacks the confidence and motivation to keep going. How should she approach the bad days? Links:https://medicalschoolhq.net/adg-137-how-do-i-keep-up-my-confidence-during-the-premed-process/ (Full Episode Blog Post) https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (MedEd Media) https://www.facebook.com/MedicalSchoolHQ/ (Medical School HQ Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/user/MedicalSchoolHQ (Medical School HQ YouTube channel) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medicalschoolhq/ (@MedicalSchoolHQ) Join the https://store.medicalschoolhq.net/store/zBzcDvvk (Application Academy)! https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Personal-Statement-Interview/dp/168350853X (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement) https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premed-playbook-guide-to-the-medical-school-application-process-ryan-gray-md/1139169189 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process) https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Medical-School-Interview-ebook/dp/B01NAASM66 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview) https://blueprintprep.com/mcat (Blueprint MCAT)

137: How Do I Keep up my Confidence During the Premed Process?

There are lots of new ways to get clinical experience, but how do you know which one counts for medical schools? Listen to this week's episode to find out! Links:https://medicalschoolhq.net/adg-136-does-contact-tracing-count-as-clinical-experience/ (Full Episode Blog Post) https://medicalschoolhq.net/meded-media/ (MedEd Media) https://www.facebook.com/MedicalSchoolHQ/ (Medical School HQ Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/user/MedicalSchoolHQ (Medical School HQ YouTube channel) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medicalschoolhq/ (@MedicalSchoolHQ) Join the https://store.medicalschoolhq.net/store/zBzcDvvk (Application Academy)! https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Personal-Statement-Interview/dp/168350853X (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Personal Statement) https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-premed-playbook-guide-to-the-medical-school-application-process-ryan-gray-md/1139169189 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Application Process) https://www.amazon.com/Premed-Playbook-Medical-School-Interview-ebook/dp/B01NAASM66 (The Premed Playbook: Guide to the Medical School Interview) https://blueprintprep.com/mcat (Blueprint MCAT) https://store.aamc.org/mcat-prep/full-length-exams.html (AAMC full-length exams)

136: Does Contact Tracing Count as Clinical Experience?

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Ask Dr. Gray: Premed Q&A

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