Pursuit of Practice: Real Talk for Surviving Premed, MCAT Prep, Medical School, and Beyond

The trade-offs that come with a longer training path, the skills that come from working in both research and clinical environments, and how dual-degree training can influence residency applications and long-term career options. If you’ve ever wondered whether a dual degree might fit into your future in medicine, this episode is meant to give you a clearer sense of what that path actually involves.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.blueprintprep.com/mcat/podcast-dual-degree-diaries-an-md-phd-story/Follow us today!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lezv7eGI7WwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmedschool/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueprintMedSchool/

Mistakes are inevitable in medicine, but how students interpret and respond to them can shape their entire training experience. In this episode, Pooja is joined by Natasha, a PGY-3 Med-Peds resident and international medical graduate, to talk honestly about missteps, self-doubt, and the quiet lessons that come from reflection. Together, they unpack how mistakes show up during pre-med years, medical school, and residency, and why growth often happens in moments students wish they could forget.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.blueprintprep.com/mcat/podcast-mistakes-in-medical-schoolFollow us today!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JMLx6XLOvr0Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmedschool/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueprintMedSchool/

Medical school interviews can feel intimidating—especially when it seems like everything you’ve worked for is suddenly on the line. But interviews aren’t just about perfect answers; they’re your chance to show admissions committees who you are beyond your application.In this episode, we break down medical school interview prep from start to finish with admissions expert Holly Proffitt. You’ll learn how to prepare for medical school interviews, navigate different formats like MMIs, traditional interviews, and virtual interviews, and confidently answer common medical school interview questions without sounding rehearsed or robotic.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.blueprintprep.com/mcat/podcast-med-admissions-part-3-medical-school-interview-prepFollow us today!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V2eV7YJniYQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmcatprep/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blueprintmcat

Reapplying to medical school isn’t easy, but it also isn’t the end of your dream. In this episode, Blueprint MCAT instructor Matthew opens up about his journey applying to medical school, facing rejection, and ultimately reapplying to medical school with a stronger, more intentional application.Matthew shares what it was actually like to be waitlisted to medical school his first cycle, why he took four gap years before reapplying, and the specific changes he made that led to his acceptance to an MD-PhD program.If you’re reapplying to medical school (or thinking you might be), you’ll get practical, encouraging strategies you can use right away!Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.blueprintprep.com/mcat/podcast-reapplying-to-medical-school Follow us today!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S4krFIchFAgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmcatprep/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blueprintmcat

Applying to medical school? You’ve made it past the first big hurdle and now it’s time for the next steps. In Part 2 of our Medical School Admissions series, Blueprint Med Admissions Consultant Holly Proffitt dives into everything that happens after you hit submit: writing thoughtful secondary essays, preparing for medical school interview questions, and figuring out which schools are the right fit for you. Plus, she shares how to survive the waiting game between interview invites and acceptance emails. From what to say (and what not to) to how to stay confident through it all, this episode’s your ultimate guide to navigating the most nerve-wracking stage of the medical school application journey.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.blueprintprep.com/mcat/podcast-med-admissions-part-2-secondaries/ Follow us today!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4RrkN4gxvpAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmcatprep/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blueprintmcat

If you’re applying to medical residency, this episode is your new survival guide. Dr. Kenedy Dawson, an anesthesiology resident, walks us through how she navigated the ERAS application, prepared for residency interview questions, and handled Match Day with confidence. Kenedy keeps it real about what surprised her most during the process, what she wishes she’d done differently, and why your path to becoming a doctor doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.blueprintprep.com/mcat/podcast-residency-101Follow us today!Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3Rk-FcOlLXUInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmedschool/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueprintMedSchool/

Welcome to Pursuit of Practice, the ultimate medical school podcast for anyone on the path to becoming a doctor, whether you’re premed, in medical school, or figuring out your next step.Becoming a doctor is exciting, but let’s be honest, it’s also confusing, stressful, and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we created the premed podcast Pursuit of Practice to give you real stories from people who’ve been where you are, plus actionable advice to help you navigate every stage of your medical journey with confidence.Ever wish you could grab coffee with a medical school admissions expert, an MCAT instructor or STEP tutor, or a residency program director and ask all your questions? On this podcast, you can. Each episode features conversations with physicians, medical students, and admissions professionals who share what worked for them, what didn’t, and the lessons they wish they’d known earlier.We talk about everything from MCAT prep and writing a standout med school application, to surviving your first year, acing Step exams, and building a strong residency application—all while avoiding burnout and keeping your passion alive.You’ll walk away with practical strategies, honest insights, and motivation to keep moving forward on your path to becoming a doctor. So, if you’re ready to hear the advice doctors and medical students wish they heard when they began their journey, learn from the people who’ve been through it, and get practical advice you can actually use, hit follow and join us on Pursuit of Practice.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blueprintmcatprep/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blueprintmcat