Beyond the Rx

Join us as we delve into healthcare and medical startups with Matt Millett, founder of Caralyst Health. Here, we'll be discussing more on how to get involved with startups as a medical student or resident, how to incorporate this sector into practice as an attending, and a little about what Caralyst is itself. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Join Alayna and guest speaker, Alex Kramer, as they discuss the transition from taking multiple gap years to starting medical school, pros/cons of taking gap years, what they did during theirs, and what obstacles they had to face. This was a riveting conversation with Alex, a Jazz singer, prior to her matriculating into University of TN School of Medicine. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Join us as we speak with Elizabeth Jaurez-Diaz, MD/PhD candidate at WashU in St. Louis, about her experience with studying for Step 1, how to set up your Step 1 Dedicated study schedule, and the vulnerability that comes with taking such a difficult exam. We talk through different study strategies, score ranges to be around on practice exams and UWorld blocks to be considered "Passing" the exam, as well as how to incorporate study breaks throughout the days and weeks of Dedicated. This may be a difficult exam, but with proper mentorship and guidance, you can overcome this hurdle, and begin your clerkship journey! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Join Shwetha and Lyra as they discuss helpful resources for the first two years of medical school (Preclinicals), how to achieve a work-life balance, and what it looks like to be a successful medical student. This is a great episode for first and second year medical students, first generation and minority med students who desire mentorship, and premeds interested in seeing what a day in the life of a medical student looks like. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Join us and our guest speaker, Ankitha Iyer, an MD candidate at Wake Forest SOM, as we delve into one of the many ways to find success during your first two years of medical school. On this episode, we discuss how to get involved with research, what kind of projects are available, and how/why research is important when applying for more competitive specialties such as dermatology, orthopedic surgery, etc. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

During this episode, we discuss what helps applicants stand out during the medical school application process, tips for personal statements and essays, and more with a Georgetown SOM admissions committee member. Tune in for more info! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Welcome back to Beyond the Rx for an exciting new season! On Season 3, we'll be talking about issues within medicine, trends in healthcare, and tips for career development for pre-medical and medical students. Stay tuned for all the amazing guest speakers we have for you guys this next season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

In this week's episode, join us to hear Jonathan's journey as a D1 Track and Field athlete being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, his perspective as a current Physician's Assistant, and advice for future patients and healthcare professionals on how to manage chronic diseases and help others manage chronic diseases. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

In this episode, we uncover the internal struggle Hannah - a former Virginia Tech swimmer - faces as she journeys through her struggle with an eating disorder from the genesis to her treatment and recovery. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into Alayna's journey dancing as a D1 athlete with chronic pain due to neuropathy. She discusses her feeling of frustration and vulnerability as she suffers through this chronic disease with a long and arduous treatment journey and very little relief until she incorporated aspects of Mind-Body-Medicine into her healthcare regimen.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

On this week's episode, dive in with us as we explore Christine's healthcare journey living with Crohn's Disease. We discuss topics ranging from vulnerability to women's health rights to radical empowerment for individuals living with chronic disease. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Welcome back to Beyond the Rx! This trailer introduces your amazing new co-host, Alayna Robinson, and uncovers all the exciting plans we have for you all for Season 2 - Through Your Eyes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Join Dr. Margaret Cary and Elizabeth Dente as we delve into the insider perspective of A Whole New Doctor, an organization dedicated to reducing medical student burnout through leadership coaching. Dr. Cary is the Founder of A Whole New Doctor, and Elizabeth, MD Candidate at Georgetown Med, is an exec board officer. We're very excited to hear from two amazing leaders in medicine as they discuss their journeys throughout coaching and its vital importance in medical education. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

In this episode, we invite Rishi Devulapalli, an MD/PhD candidate at UAB, to discuss the pros and cons of getting an MD/PhD, and why one should consider this dual degree program. Tune in if you're a premedical student wondering if this is the right path for you, and take note of Rishi's helpful tips on how to succeed with the right mentorship and research lab.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

Listen in on my discussion with Zhelia, an incoming MD candidate at VCU School of Medicine, about imposter syndrome, fears of starting medical school, her love of climbing and desire to maintain a work life balance, and more on Life Talks with Shway.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

In this episode, we invite Dr. Penelope Hsu, MD to discuss the importance of professional coaching in preventing burnout. Physician burnout rates have increased exponentially from the start of the pandemic last year due to the large burden the medical system and its healthcare professionals had to shoulder - working long, arduous hours, and often managing an overflowing hospital. Today, Dr. Hsu talks about the differences between therapy, a tool used more for comprehension and understanding, and coaching, a more action-oriented approach. Listen in on our discussion of the changes the medical education system can make to create stronger, healthier, and happier physicians. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support

To kick off the series, we'll start with an introduction on what this podcast aims to uncover, and a little about the host.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondtherx/support