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What You Need to Know About Postbac Programs

What you need to know about postbac programs

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Career changers and academic enhancers on the way to med school: Meet Dr. Barry Rothman, a leader in the field of postbac education, SFSU Professor of Biology, Director of Postbac Programs, Director of SFSU’s Health Professionals Advising Committee, Director of the Pre-Health Professions Certificate Program, and Director of the SFSU U of Pacific Dental Postbac Program (wow!).

Listen to the full recording of our interview for excellent insights into post-bac education and admissions from the postbac guru.

00:03:21 – The journey from snail nervous system research to post-baccalaureate education.

00:08:57 – The support group model: The SFSU postbac program.

00:15:33 – Post-bac programs for career changers.

00:18:30 – Post-bac programs for academic enhancers.

00:21:50 – When is it time to actually apply to med school? (And a word about tug-of-war with parents.)

00:24:51 – The advantages of a formal postbac program.

00:29:00 – Post-bac programs come in many flavors: how to figure out which is best for you.

00:33:10 – Is there a future for postbac education online?

00:36:07 – Advice for career changers.

00:37:57 – “I study so hard, but my friends get As and I get Bs!” Sound familiar?

00:47:36 – Plan on applying to med school in June? The fastest way to medical school is slowly. A good pace can = good results.

Listen to the full conversation to learn more!

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Relevant Links:

• A Second Chance at Medical School: The A-Z of Applying to Postbac Programs
• Navigating the Med School Maze, tips to help you apply successfully to medical school.
• Medical School Reapplicant Advice: 6 Tips for Success

• How Can a Postbac Program Help You?
• Health Professions @SFSU with info about different post-bac options.
• Dr. Barry Rothman’s Bio
• The Student Doctor Network

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• MCAT Tips and Strategy: An Interview with Don Osborne
• Med School Admissions with Cyd Foote
• Med School Application Process: AMCAS, Secondaries, Interviews, Decisions & More!

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