Channel Title: Medical School HQ Channel Description: Dr. Ryan Gray is a former Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force. Ryan graduated from the University of Florida (GO GATORS!) with a BS in Exercise and Sports Sciences, and received his MD from New York Medical College. After graduating from medical school, Ryan completed his internship through a Tufts Medical Center transitional medicine program at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital. Ryan is the publisher of MedicalSchoolHQ.net and OldPreMeds.org and the podcast host of several podcasts on the Meded Media network. He is also the Director of the National Society of Nontraditional Premedical and Medical Students. <video> 🚀 Haven’t Heard Back from Med Schools? Here’s What to Do 🩺 PART 1 Description: 👨‍⚕️ Carlos from MSHQ shares: If you haven’t received interviews, acceptances, or offers after interviewing, it’s time to start planning for reapplication. ✅ Tips to Revamp Your Application: 1️⃣ Reassess and rewrite your personal statement if needed. 2️⃣ Update or refine your experiences, especially gap year activities. 3️⃣ If interviews didn’t go well, focus on interview prep for the next cycle. 🌟 Plan Early, Stay Positive: Rejections are tough, but a strong strategy can lead to success. MSHQ advisors are here to support you every step of the way. </video> <video> PS or BS - Episode 3 - Bragging and Clichés Can Derail Your Personal Statement Description: In this episode, Dr. Ryan Gray, founder of Medical School HQ, provides candid feedback on a personal statement from a pre-med student. He breaks down why bragging and clichés can derail your message and emphasizes the importance of authenticity in storytelling. Learn how to avoid these common mistakes and craft a personal statement highlighting your genuine motivations and experiences. If you’re preparing your personal statement or want to refine your writing, this episode is full of actionable advice to help you stand out in your medical school applications! Want to apply to have your personal statement reviewed on PS or BS? Apply at psorbs.com/apply NOTE: You will not attend this session. Selected essays are reviewed as part of the PS or BS content series, and identifying details will be removed. Once selected, you'll receive an email with instructions to submit your essay. Looking for more personalized guidance? Schedule a one-on-one appointment or consultation at https://medicalschoolhq.net/advising/ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more PS or BS episodes and invaluable pre-med advice! </video> <video> ✨ Gap Years: A Premed Game-Changer! 🩺⏳ PART 1 Description: Thinking about taking a gap year before med school? Here's why it might be your secret weapon: ✅ What’s a Gap Year? The time between graduating college and starting med school—your chance to shine! ✅ Use It Wisely: Focus on building experiences like clinical work, research, or community service. BUT don’t apply while filling a gap—you need those hours completed for a strong application. ✅ The Stats Don’t Lie: 60-70% of med students took a gap year. You’re in great company! 💡 Take your time, make your application solid, and give yourself the best shot. The journey is just as important as the destination! 🚀 </video> <video> The goal of preparing for interviews is to be comfortable being uncomfortable Description: The goal of preparing for interviews is to be comfortable being uncomfortable. Being okay with not having prepared every single answer to every single question. It’s trusting yourself to be able to use that supercomputer brain of yours to think through how you want to answer a question and rely on your ability to communicate. Please do not make a fool of yourself by reading answers off of your screen! </video> <video> ✨ No Med School Interviews Yet? Here’s What to Do ✨ PART 4 Description: 🩺 Christine’s Advice: If you don’t have interviews this cycle, it’s time for a thorough application assessment. 📋 Steps to Prepare for a Possible Reapplication: 1️⃣ Be Honest: Assess your academics, clinical work, research, community service, and leadership. Identify gaps and work on strengthening those areas. 2️⃣ Review Writing: Does your application truly showcase your readiness and motivation? If not, rewrite to better represent yourself. 3️⃣ School List Check: Evaluate if your school list had a balanced mix of reach, target, and safety options. 🔍 Get Feedback: Work with an advisor to identify strengths and areas to improve. 💡 Important Note: A single C in a class like organic chemistry isn’t the reason you didn’t get interviews—focus on the bigger picture. 🌟 Stay Positive: This is your chance to refine your strategy and take control of your journey. You’ve got this! </video> <video> ✨ No Med School Interviews Yet? Here’s What to Do ✨ PART 3 Description: 🩺 Christine’s Advice: If you don’t have interviews this cycle, it’s time for a thorough application assessment. 📋 Steps to Prepare for a Possible Reapplication: 1️⃣ Be Honest: Assess your academics, clinical work, research, community service, and leadership. Identify gaps and work on strengthening those areas. 2️⃣ Review Writing: Does your application truly showcase your readiness and motivation? If not, rewrite to better represent yourself. 3️⃣ School List Check: Evaluate if your school list had a balanced mix of reach, target, and safety options. 🔍 Get Feedback: Work with an advisor to identify strengths and areas to improve. 💡 Important Note: A single C in a class like organic chemistry isn’t the reason you didn’t get interviews—focus on the bigger picture. 🌟 Stay Positive: This is your chance to refine your strategy and take control of your journey. You’ve got this! </video> <video> 2024 Application Academy Preview Session | Interview Prep Description: Thanks for joining us for our Interview Prep Application Academy Preview session! Like what you see? Join our 2025 Application Academy cohort today and save $100 at checkout! Live sessions start Monday January, 20th! Join here: ApplicationAcademy.com </video> <video> Premed Office Hours! Live Q&A Description: It's our first session of 2025 and there is a lot to talk about! Let's start to get prepared for applications! Check out our Application Academy Preview at applicationacademy.com/preview </video> <video> 📚 Do You Need Publications to Get into Med School? 🤔 PART 1 Description: 👨‍⚕️ Carlos from MSHQ says: No, publications are NOT required to get admitted. Admissions committees prioritize experiences like clinical exposure, volunteering, and community service. 💡 Future Tip: While publications aren't necessary for med school applications, they can be valuable for your residency applications later on. If you have one, include it—it won't hurt! 🚀 Focus on gaining meaningful experiences and building a strong application. </video> <video> 🚀 Haven’t Heard Back from Med Schools? Here’s What to Do 🩺 PART 2 Description: 👨‍⚕️ Carlos from MSHQ shares: If you haven’t received interviews, acceptances, or offers after interviewing, it’s time to start planning for reapplication. ✅ Tips to Revamp Your Application: 1️⃣ Reassess and rewrite your personal statement if needed. 2️⃣ Update or refine your experiences, especially gap year activities. 3️⃣ If interviews didn’t go well, focus on interview prep for the next cycle. 🌟 Plan Early, Stay Positive: Rejections are tough, but a strong strategy can lead to success. MSHQ advisors are here to support you every step of the way. </video> <video> Live Premed Office with the Experts from MSHQ! Description: Come learn about the medical school admissions process, the MCAT, and more from our team of expert admissions advisors! </video> <video> Check out ApplicationAcademy.com today if you want expert help to apply to medical school Description: Check out ApplicationAcademy.com today if you want expert help to apply to medical school. Our small team of advisors meet with you and others in a small group environment to review the primary application, secondary application, and even do interview prep! It’s the highest value thing that we offer at an amazing price! Check it out today! </video> <video> ✨ Gap Years: A Premed Game-Changer! 🩺⏳ PART 2 Description: Thinking about taking a gap year before med school? Here's why it might be your secret weapon: ✅ What’s a Gap Year? The time between graduating college and starting med school—your chance to shine! ✅ Use It Wisely: Focus on building experiences like clinical work, research, or community service. BUT don’t apply while filling a gap—you need those hours completed for a strong application. ✅ The Stats Don’t Lie: 60-70% of med students took a gap year. You’re in great company! 💡 Take your time, make your application solid, and give yourself the best shot. The journey is just as important as the destination! 🚀 </video> <video> ✨ Gap Years: A Premed Game-Changer! 🩺⏳ PART 3 Description: Thinking about taking a gap year before med school? Here's why it might be your secret weapon: ✅ What’s a Gap Year? The time between graduating college and starting med school—your chance to shine! ✅ Use It Wisely: Focus on building experiences like clinical work, research, or community service. BUT don’t apply while filling a gap—you need those hours completed for a strong application. ✅ The Stats Don’t Lie: 60-70% of med students took a gap year. You’re in great company! 💡 Take your time, make your application solid, and give yourself the best shot. The journey is just as important as the destination! 🚀 </video> <video> 📚 Do You Need Publications to Get into Med School? 🤔 PART 2 Description: 👨‍⚕️ Carlos from MSHQ says: No, publications are NOT required to get admitted. Admissions committees prioritize experiences like clinical exposure, volunteering, and community service. 💡 Future Tip: While publications aren't necessary for med school applications, they can be valuable for your residency applications later on. If you have one, include it—it won't hurt! 🚀 Focus on gaining meaningful experiences and building a strong application. </video>

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Dr. Ryan Gray is a former Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force. Ryan graduated from the University of Florida (GO GATORS!) with a BS in Exercise and Sports Sciences, and received his MD from New York Medical College. After graduating from medical school, Ryan completed his internship through a Tufts Medical Center transitional medicine program at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital. Ryan is the publisher of MedicalSchoolHQ.net and OldPreMeds.org and the podcast host of several podcasts on the Meded Media network. He is also the Director of the National Society of Nontraditional Premedical and Medical Students.

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