Pluripotent Premed

14/01/2021

Don't miss our Medical School Spotlight series! We had 9 wonderful medical students from across Canada join us to highlight their experiences and pass on valuable information about their school! 🎓

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast streaming site! 🎧🎙️

07/01/2021

We now have episodes in the Medical School Spotlight series for 9 of the medical schools in Canada. Next year we will round off the series with episodes for the remaining 8 medical schools!

We'd like to say a huge thank you everyone who helped out with this series by representing their school from all over Canada! We hope that these episodes were informative and helpful.

Good luck with with this admission cycle pluripotent premeds!! 🎓

06/01/2021

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on Shaily Brahmbhatt, MS2 at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry! Shaily discusses the admissions process, curriculum, and student life at Schulich med! Links below.

Thanks to our listeners for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

• Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/357d2nR
• Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3rUSY1M

05/01/2021

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on Zahra Rehan, a medical student from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Zahra discusses the admissions process, curriculum, and student life at MUN med! Links below.

Thanks to our listeners for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

• Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/2Lk7M9s
• Spotify: http://spoti.fi/38kJ5CV

02/11/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on McGill University medical student Kathleen D'Aguanno to discuss the admissions process, curriculum, and student life of McGill Medical School!

• Apple Music: http://apple.co/3mJr9WM
• Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3jNDSWF

Thanks to our listeners for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

05/10/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on University of Ottawa medical student Abdullah Haroon to discuss the admissions process, curriciulum, and student life of University of Ottawa Medical School. Thanks for joining us Abdullah!

• Apple Music: https://apple.co/2SpWqB3
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3jCNdkI

If you're looking to get in touch with Abdullah directly, check out the end of the episode where he provides his email address for direct contact.

Thanks to our listeners for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

24/09/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on University of British Columbia medical students Sydney and Jero to discuss the admissions process, curriciulum, and student life of UBC Medicine. Thanks for joining us Sydney and Jero!

• Apple Music: https://apple.co/3mMHwCI
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2HjlxTB

Thanks to our listeners for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

20/09/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on University of Calgary medical student Steven Lu to discuss the admissions process, curriciulum, and student life of University of Calgary Cu***ng School of Medicine. Thanks for joining us Steven!

• Apple Music: https://apple.co/2ZTsxwX
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/35TTzIB

Thanks for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

19/09/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on Dalhousie medical student Brett Ells to discuss the admissions process, curriciulum, and student life of Dalhousie University medical school. Thanks for joining us Brett!

• Apple Music: https://apple.co/3iHJoKw
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3msMZP3

Thanks for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

19/09/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on University of Manitoba medical student Stefon Irvine to discuss the admissions process, curriciulum, and student life of University of Manitoba medical school. Thanks for joining us Stefon!

• Apple Music: https://apple.co/3hKdTy4
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3hDalOc

Thanks for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

18/09/2020

【👨‍⚕️ Medical School Spotlight 👩‍⚕️】

This episode we welcome on University of Saskatchewan medical student Shayan Shirazi to discuss the admissions process, curriciulum, and student life of University of Saskatchewan medical school.

• Apple Music: https://apple.co/2RGfxqa
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33IOOP0

Thanks for joining us Shayan! & thank you listeners for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed! 📚

18/09/2020

Hey again pluripotent premeds! Today we are happy to introduce our latest project - the Medical School Spotlight series. This series welcomes guests from medical schools all across Canada to talk about the admissions process, curriculum, and student life at their medical school!

By bringing on real people who go to these different schools, we hope to provide you an authentic look at the med school from someone who is personally involved and has experienced it all first hand.

I'll be adding comments below this post with links to the individual episode posts, so that they are all in one place.

Here are links to the 10 minute intro episode explaining the series:
• Apple Music: https://apple.co/33ETPsb
• Spotify: https://spoti.fi/32J7jnk

Thanks for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed!

18/08/2020

For e3 of our Alternative Backgrounds series, we are joined by Wendy, an MD/PhD candidate at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry! Wendy walks us through her experiences as a premed and what is required of you to be considered a competitive candidate for the MD/PhD dual degree. We discuss the admission process, the expectations with regards to research, future career directions, and much more.

→ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Edtpoa
→ Spotify: https://apple.co/2Edtpoa

Thanks to Wendy for joining us and thanks to our listeners for tuning in for another week of Pluripotent Premed!

18/08/2020

In e2 of our Alternative Background series, Meghan joins us to discuss her experiences as a Music major pursuing Medicine! We cover all aspects of the premed journey, such as the MCAT and medical school interview, and discuss what it means to pursue medicine with a non-science background. Meghan also shares her experiences in medical school and how she plans to use music in her career as a physician.

→ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/314x5BM
→ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3g9swdJ

Thanks for tuning in to another week of Pluripotent Premed!

03/08/2020

This week we kick off our Alternative Background series with Russel, a 3rd year medical student at Schulich School of Medicine! Russ did a dual undergraduate degree in business and science, and on today's episode we discuss his experiences with the MCAT, extracurriculars, med school interview, and much more. Russ provides some really valuable advice with regards to studying habits, prioritization skills, and excelling in the med school interview.

→ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3k6LO6H
→ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2XnjfrZ
→ Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/31ayipU

Thanks for tuning in to Pluripotent Premed!

27/07/2020

Welcome to Season 2 of Pluripotent Premed! This season kicks off with a 10 minute introduction to our Alternative Background series, a collection of episodes where we will invite medical students from a wide range of alternative premed backgrounds onto the show to discuss their journey to medicine. In this episode we give you the outline of what to expect from this new series.

Apple Music: https://apple.co/3frMTT5
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Ere4R9

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About the Alternative Background series:
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The purpose of this series is to bring on medical student guests who don't come from the typical premed background, in order to discuss their route to medicine. We had numerous listeners request a series like this, and we believe it will be helpful and provide hope for those listeners who don't fit that 'cookie cutter' premed applicant. So far we have episodes with a medical student who did an undergraduate degree in music with no science background, a student who did a dual business and science degree and how they balanced it, and a student who is pursuing an MD/PhD and what the admissions process looks like for that applicant stream. We intend to plan more episodes in this series based on requests from our listeners.

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What else do we have planned for this season?
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We are also working on a 2020-2021 Admissions Cycle series. Last year we recorded a single episode that broke down each Canadian medical school and the requirements for admission, interlaced with stats from previous classes that provided insight into whether you are a 'competitive' applicant. This year we've decided to do it a little differently - we've invited a medical student from each of the 17 Canadian medical schools to come on a do a condensed 10-15 minute episode about their specific medical school. We will discuss with them the academic and non-academic admission requirements, the school's curriculum, and their personal experience as a student at the school. We hope that this format will provide a greater and more personal insight into each of the schools, and will allow listeners to seek out the specific episodes that highlight the schools that they are interested in.

Listen to this episode from Pluripotent Premed on Spotify. Welcome to Season 2 of Pluripotent Premed! This season kicks off with a 10 minute introduction to our Alternative Background series, a collection of episodes where we will invite medical students from a wide range of alternative premed backg...

02/05/2020

Chase DiMarco, friend of Pluripotent Premed, is hosting a FREE online medical education summit!

Chase and five other presenters will be providing free information about succeeding in medical school, improving your studying productivity, preparing for the MCAT/USMLE, maximizing your studies while maintaining work-life fit, and MUCH MORE!

Please check out the website for more information and to register for your free tickets!

https://freemeded.org/omes/

Students are always asking“How can I best handle the quantity of information in medical school?” “What are the best ways to increase my study productivity?”“How can I prepare for the MCAT/USMLE, receive Letters of Rec, and excel in my admissions process?”What we have in store for you:Tip...

20/03/2020

Today on our other podcast (Multipotent MD), we released two-part feature episode on COVID-19. We thought that since it is pertinent to everyone that we would release it under Pluripotent Premed too. This episode does not intend to offer any medical advice, but instead to explain the need-to-know factors about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in a way that is understandable and accessible for medical and non-medical listeners alike. The aim of this special episode is to consolidate the most pertinent and important up-to-date information about the outbreak into a single comprehensive location, so that anyone who listens will feel well educated and informed after listening to this episode.

Apple Music:
• Part 1: https://apple.co/3bcv0G1
• Part 2: https://apple.co/2WsX04b

Spotify:
• Part 1: https://spoti.fi/2xUGEHl
• Part 2: https://spoti.fi/2xO3WOU

‎Show Pluripotent Premed, Ep COVID-19 Feature Episode (Part 1) (Multipotent MD) - Mar 19, 2020

03/02/2020

Medical school interview season is fast approaching in Canada... tune in to Pluripotent Premed's "Interview series" and learn how to stand out from the crowd to secure your place in med school!

Pre-Interview: https://spoti.fi/2OpKGNj
Day-of Interview: https://spoti.fi/399WdZ7

09/12/2019

Thanks so much for listening to Pluripotent Premed this year - it's been a blast. In this episode we give a brief update on the future direction of the show for the new year, and we thank our listeners for tuning in. Happy holidays to you all!

Apple Music: https://apple.co/357U5zh
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2YxVNHD

Listen now on Apple Music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or any other major podcasting platform!

‎Show Pluripotent Premed, Ep Pluripotent Premed 2019 Wrap-up - Dec 9, 2019

25/11/2019

Several of you requested that we add a CASPer episode to the library, so we are back with a whole episode dedicated it! This was a really fun one to record.

The CASPer is a computer-based test that is required as part of the application process for some Canadian medical schools. In this episode, we discuss what traits the CASPer tests for, what kinds of questions to expect, and how to best prepare for the test. Good luck!

Apple Music: https://apple.co/2De7Gcb
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2QPUEtp

Also available on several other podcast streaming platforms!

‎Show Pluripotent Premed, Ep Ep.10 - CASPer the friendly computer-based assessment - Nov 25, 2019

18/11/2019

In this week's episode, Christopher and Ziad talk about how extracurriculars fit into your medical school application, what you should be getting from your extracurriculars, and how to make yourself stand out as an applicant. We also chat about what we personally did as extracurriculars and what we learned from them. If you want to know more about how your research, sports, clubs, and activities fit into your med application, be sure to tune in this week!

Apple Music: https://apple.co/32X2B2h
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2XqphXk

‎Show Pluripotent Premed, Ep Ep.9 - (Extracurricular series) Extracurriculars for your med application - Nov 18, 2019

11/11/2019

Christopher and Ziad are back with part 2 of the 'Interview Series'! In this epsiode we walk you through the interview weekend; what you should bring to the interview, what to expect when you show up, proper dress etiquette, and how to approach specific types of question during your interview. We had a lot of fun recording this episode, so we hope that you enjoy listening!

Find us on any of your favourite streaming platforms.

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33NnQ85
Apple Music: https://apple.co/34VlUKN

‎Show Pluripotent Premed, Ep Ep.8 - (Interview series) Day-of the Medical School Interview - Nov 11, 2019

04/11/2019

The first episode of the 'Interview series' is now live!

In this episode, Ziad and Christopher walk through what to do after getting the glorious interview invitation to the medical school of your dreams! We break down different interviewing styles, techniques on how to prepare, and general advice to help you get ready for your interview. Next week we will dive into what to expect day-of your interview, so stay tuned for that episode too!

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36zoqrK
Apple Music: https://apple.co/2WIeFD9

In the first episode of the Interview Series, Ziad and Christopher walk through what to do after getting the glorious interview invitation to the medical school of your dreams! They break down different interviewing styles, techniques on how to prepare, and general advice to help you get ready for y...

28/10/2019

Our 6th and final (for now!) episode of the MCAT Series is here! In this episode, Christopher and Ziad answer the question: "Is my score competitive for the 2019-2020 cycle?" They address the competitive requirements for the Canadian Medical Schools, and review statistics from the previous year. Check it out!
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/346vji6
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/347j70t

In our final episode (for now!) of the MCAT Series, we break down the MCAT requirements of all Canadian medical schools from coast to coast, providing you with the hard cut-offs but also reviewing admissions statistics from recent years to give you a more realistic view of what MCAT score you need t...

22/10/2019

In the 5th episode of the MCAT Series, we tackle the Sciences and Social Sciences sections of the MCAT, which include Chemistry, Biology, Orgo, Physics, Sociology, and Psychology. We give study advice, share personal anecdotes from before, during, and after the exam, and share helpful tips to tackle the sections with ease.

Check it out on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts!

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/32Dzd1I
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2N11TLv

In the 5th episode of the MCAT Series, Ziad and Christopher tackle the Sciences and Social Sciences sections of the MCAT, which include Chemistry, Biology, Orgo, Physics, Sociology, and Psychology. They give study advice, share personal anecdotes from before, during, and after the exam, and share he...

15/10/2019

We hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving!

The 4th episode of the MCAT series is now live! In this episode, we tackle the most dreaded section of the MCAT... CARS! Tune in for study advice on how to tackle the section before and during the exam, how to avoid burning out, how to improve your CARS game, and so much more!

Find the episode on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!.

07/10/2019

If you're unsure about how long your study period should be, how many hours a week you should be studying, or what studying techniques you can be using to maximize your score, then this is the episode for you!

This week Ziad and Christopher return with episode 3, a continuation of last week's episode. Last week we surveyed current medical students about that MCAT experiences and advice for future test takers. This week we continue to take you through the data we collected to give you some sage words of advice from our classmates.

Find us on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fftmKQCJD2G1NrigG4LZY

30/09/2019

Episode 2 of our MCAT Series is now live! This week we surveyed first and second year medical students about their MCAT studying period, asking them what resources they found good and why, how they studied, what they'd do differently next time, etc., and in this episode we share the results with you to give you a better idea of what resources are available and which are recommended when it comes to studying for your MCAT!

Tune in on any of the major podcasting platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcast, etc).

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5l75nplR529wbgY6YlMO6t

30/09/2019

An all new podcast, hosted by current medical students and tailored for premedical students to help you navigate and conquer the premed years in Canada!

https://sptfy.com/pluripotentpremed

12/09/2019

Today is release day of 'Episode 0' which will act as an introduction to our two podcasts, 'Pluripotent Premend' and 'Multipotent M.D.'. In this 'pilot episode', we explain what's coming up and what to expect! You can find it on Spotify (linked below) or any other major streaming service.

Note: there is no actual premed content in this episode, just introductions.

Episode 1 will be released on Sept 16, and will be 'MCAT explained', the first epsiode of our MCAT series, where we break down the MCAT into it's section and ex

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5NgzANV5QOLSYXvqLm50yU?si=ieirCGAUSYme7KRPrGk7Uwplain how the test works and what to expect. Stay tuned!

Welcome to our show! In this episode, we introduce ourselves, differentiate our two podcast streams (Pluripotent Premed and Multipotent M.D.), give a brief overview of what each is about and what to expect, talk about where the names came from, and wrap things up by chatting about why we wanted to d...