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In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Reynold Jaglal, program director of the Sacred Heart University Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) program, for an in-depth look at Sacred Heart’s values-focused approach to physician assistant (PA) education. Dr. Jaglal breaks down the program’s 27-month curriculum, …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Accepted Admissions Consultant Alicia Nimonkar, an expert writing coach with a background in composition and rhetoric, to unpack one of the most important – and often most intimidating – parts of the medical school application: the personal statement. Alicia explains how …
In this inspiring episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Tracy Kedian, professor of family medicine and associate dean of admissions at UMass Chan Medical School. Together, they explore how UMass Chan fosters not only academic excellence but also personal growth, leadership, and wellness among its medical students. Dr. …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Kevin Schulman, professor of medicine at Stanford University and faculty director of the Master of Science in Clinical Informatics Management (MCiM) program. Together, they explore how Stanford’s innovative MCiM degree is preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders at the …
What happens when your first med school application cycle doesn’t go as planned? In this inspiring episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Mory Gould, now an M1 at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, to share his candid journey from reapplicant to successful medical student. Mory opens up …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Barry Rothman, Senior Admissions Consultant at Accepted, to explore the most common mistakes premeds make early in their journey to medical school. Drawing on his decades of experience as a researcher, professor, post-bac program founder, and advisor, Dr. Rothman emphasizes …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Herman “Flash” Gordon, former chair of the University of Arizona College of Medicine’s admissions committee, shares his expertise on one of the most common questions premeds face: How many medical schools should you apply to? Drawing on decades of experience in neuroscience, medical education, and admissions consulting, …
Show Summary In her final episode as host of Admissions Straight Talk, Accepted founder Linda Abraham shares reflections and lessons from over 30 years in the admissions world. As she prepares for retirement, Linda offers a mix of personal insight, practical advice, and hard-earned wisdom on navigating both graduate admissions and life’s challenges. She discusses …
Show Summary In the 605th episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Barry Rothman, current Accepted consultant and former Health Professions Advisor and Director of San Francisco State University’s Pre-Health Professions Certificate Program, joins Linda Abraham to explore how med school applicants can overcome common application weaknesses. From low GPAs and MCAT scores to limited clinical …
Show Summary In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Christy Bozic, the Executive Director of Duke University’s Masters of Engineering Management (MEM) program, discusses the unique aspects of the program, including the differences between online and in-person formats, and the importance of integrating technical and business skills. She also delves into the admissions process, …
Show Summary In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, the Assistant Professor and Director of Admissions at the Emory University Physician Assistant Program, Allan Platt, offers an insightful look into the Emory University’s Physician Assistant Program. He breaks down the program’s distinctive curriculum, including its unique approach to anatomy, and shares valuable advice for prospective …
Show Summary: In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Beth Piraino, Associate Dean of Admissions at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (UPSOM), explores the school’s innovative Three Rivers Curriculum, emphasizing small-group learning, early clinical exposure, and the integration of “Streams” (special interest areas) and Threads” (core competencies like leadership and clinical reasoning). …
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