Into the Nuance: Compassionate, Evidence-Based Pre-Med Advising

We discuss the challenges and strategies related to MCAT registration, medical school interview season, and MCAT preparation. We also discuss the financial implications of rescheduling tests, the importance of self-efficacy and realistic expectations, and the new section bank released by AAMC.

Hosted by Joanne Snapp of My Honest Advisor, Amanda Brem of The Brem Method, and...

We discuss the need for moderation of student expectations, improvements to course and verification process for medical school applicants, and issues surrounding recent MCAT tests. We also explored the importance of personal storytelling and the use of AI in essay writing, as well as the importance of tone and bias mitigation in your writing.

Hosted by Joanne Snapp of My H...

We start by discussing the complications during the last application cycle (2023-2024) due to the FAFSA problems and how finances are an important consideration while preparing for, applying to, and starting medical school. This took us to reasons why it is so important to take care of oneself throughout this process and how gap years help you do this.

Hosted by Joanne Sna...

We discuss the potential benefits and pitfalls of using online forums as a marketplace and a platform for social support, advising students to focus on supporting each other rather than engaging with negative comments. We emphasize the importance of discerning accurate information from misinformation on pre-med forums and the role of data analytics in the admissions process.

We discuss the CASPer and PREview tests as well as the general concept of situational judgment tests (SJTs). We also explore the limitations of the scoring system used in these tests, the potential of improving the interview process, and the ongoing efforts to improve medical admissions processes.

Hosted by Joanne Snapp of My Honest Advisor, Amanda Brem of The Brem Method,...

Have you already taken your MCAT and are not sure whether you should retake it? Are you studying for your MCAT and don’t know the best way to prepare for test day? Do you want to apply and don’t know how to fit the MCAT into your application timeline? In this episode we demystify many of the MCAT myths and misconceptions, discuss MCAT prep, and give pointers on how to successfully tackle th...

You’ve already applied, and it should be done by now, right? But medical schools are waiting ever longer to let you know if you get an interview, if you get accepted, or if you get rejected. There’s been a lot of changes in the process in the last few years due to a variety of factors and we discuss what this all means for you.

Hosted by Joanne Snapp of My Hone...

You need to apply, but there are so many steps in the process and it’s hard to know what to do and in what order. It doesn’t help that there is a lot of confusing and conflicting information out there. In this episode we delve into the nuance of the application process and how to be successful getting into medical school.

Hosted by Joanne Snapp of My Honest Adv...

Welcome to the debut episode of “Into the Nuance: Compassionate, Evidence-Based Pre-Med Advising.” Join us each episode as we unravel the complexities, debunk myths, and explore the many paths to medical school. Whether you’re a freshman or a pre-med veteran, we’re here to provide informed, realistic, and hopeful advice for your journey. Tune in for interviews with experts, stor...