The PA School Experience

In this episode I talk about a few principles of medicine outside of school that can help change your mindset after graduation.

In this episode I speak with Megan Nosol, PA-S2 about her journey to PA school. From a speech pathology career to being decelerated in her program. Check her out hereTry Nom Nom today, go to (https://zen.ai/thepaexperience1) and get 50% off your first order plus free shipping.Or go to nomnomnow.com and use discount code: paexperienceReady to shop better hydration, use my special link (https://zen.ai/paexperience) to save 20% off anything you order.Or go to liquid-iv.com and use discount code: PAexperience

In this Episode I speak with Hayley Root, PA-C who works in the field of breast health and surgical oncology at the University of Washington Medical Center. We talk about what her job entails as well as her scope and starting salary. Check her out hereTry Nom Nom today, go to (https://zen.ai/thepaexperience1) and get 50% off your first order plus free shipping.Or go to nomnomnow.com and use discount code: paexperienceReady to shop better hydration, use my special link (https://zen.ai/paexperience) to save 20% off anything you order.Or go to liquid-iv.com and use discount code: PAexperience

In this episode I talk with Alec Wlliams PA-S2 about how he has been involved in the PA profession by serving in student leadership with the AAPA. See Alec on instagram (@alecw_pa) or LinkedIn Try Nom Nom today, go to (https://zen.ai/thepaexperience1) and get 50% off your first order plus free shipping.Or go to nomnomnow.com and use discount code: paexperienceReady to shop better hydration, use my special link (https://zen.ai/paexperience) to save 20% off anything you order.Or go to liquid-iv.com and use discount code: PAexperience

In this episode I bring on one of the new Directors at Large of the AAPA Ashton Ogle, PA-C where we talk about all things advocacy for the PA profession and how to get a start in professional leadership. You can find her on instagram at: pashionate_paTry Nom Nom today, go to (https://zen.ai/thepaexperience1) and get 50% off your first order plus free shipping.Or go to nomnomnow.com and use discount code: paexperienceReady to shop better hydration, use my special link (https://zen.ai/paexperience) to save 20% off anything you order. Or go to liquid-iv.com and use discount code: PAexperience

In this Episode we talk about a cardiology elective rotation with some tips and things to consider for this rotation and a career in the cardiology specialty. For more information on Locumstory, go to https://zen.ai/thepaexperience.Check out the podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepaexperienceIf you are interested in being interviewed about your school email me at thepaschoolexperience@gmail.com

In this episode, I talk about what tools you really need to learn and do well in clinical year. For more information on Locumstory, go to https://zen.ai/thepaexperience.Check out the podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepaexperienceIf you are interested in being interviewed about your school email me at thepaschoolexperience@gmail.com

In this episode, I talk with a fellow PA about our time in our ER rotation. We talk about the ins and outs to help you prepare a little better for this special rotation. For more information on Locumstory, go to https://zen.ai/thepaexperience.

This is a very exciting episode where I talk with my mentor who got me on the PA journey and now on the other side as a PA-C. Sorry for the audio, for some reason my microphone wasn't recording. I'll have it back to normal next time. Also, my wife just had a baby, sorry for the late episode, I might be recording less often for the next month. Consider subscribing to the Patreon: patreon.com/ThePAExperience

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with a fellow board-certified PA about women's health and how to navigate this rotation.Patreon: patreon.com/ThePAExperienceEmail me at thepaschoolexperience@gmail.comYoutube video: https://youtu.be/lNUb5vjPaIsDon't forget to rate and review the podcast!

I talk about some exciting news as well as some of the many reasons why anyone should become a PA. Email me at thepaschoolexperience@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode a fellow board-certified PA and I talk about PANCE prep, taking the PANCE, and when graduating takes a little longer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Big updates in this episode as well as things I did to secure my first job as a new grad. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We are done, we made it through PA school! I chat with one of my good buddies as we reminisce about PA school from didactic year all the way to the end. The episode was recorded a week before graduation. But don't worry I am not going anywhere stay tuned for more hard-hitting interviews! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we talk about three different surgical experiences and how our guests succeed in this intimidating rotation. I would like your input, what topics would you like to hear? Let me know by sending it to thepaschoolexperience@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join me on this episode where I talk with some of my 2022 cohort mates all about clinical year. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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In this episode, we have a group of students from Sacred Heart University class of 2023 who are now finishing their didactic year, talk about how to best succeed during this difficult first year of PA school. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode explores a PA student's journey to school through didactic year and into clinicals. We talk about pediatric rotations and a perspective on how to tackle EOR exams. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we talk about what is it is like being a student-athlete, recovering from injuries and invasive surgery to being part of PA school leadership. Don't forget to leave a rating a review --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I have a good time with another great guest. We talk about life before PA school and what it was like to apply to PA school. Please leave a review and share it with Pre-PA and PA school friends. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I have a great conversation with another amazing classmate. We talk about EMTs, relationships, and more about her PA school journey. Great podcast I listened to this week. Concierge Care...For The Poor? This is an amazing episode from Zubin Danania is about a couple who opened up this Direct primary care/concierge care clinic in a very underserved community. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-zdoggmd-show/id1218431966?i=1000527643370 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I have a great guest, she is also in my cohort in PA school and she tells her comeback story from low grades to being accepted to PA school where she is now thriving. A book I referred to in this episode (not affiliated) Surviving Pa School: Secrets You Must Unlock to Excel as a Physician Assistant Student https://www.amazon.com/Surviving-PA-School-Physician-Assistant/dp/1939418941/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=how+to+survive+pa+school&qid=1624799077&sr=8-4 A great PA podcast I found this week The Physician Assistant Startup Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-physician-assistant-startup-podcast/id1352808806 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I have another special guest, she talks about her journey to move to the US and changes paths from law school to PA school. Feel free to share with your PA school buddies and rate the podcast on the Apple Podcast app. Podcasts I love this week The ZdoggMD Show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-zdoggmd-show/id1218431966?i=1000524658102 This week he talks about how the financial part of the US healthcare system needs to change and why. It a great listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the moment you all have been waiting for. I have on my first guest, a fellow student in my program, Cohort of 2022. I hope you all enjoy it. Feel free to share with your PA school buddies and rate the podcast. Here is the link to The Applicant's Manual of Physician Assistant Programs 2021 (not affiliated) https://www.amazon.com/Applicants-Manual-Physician-Assistant-Programs/dp/B08XGSTK2V/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=The+Applicant%E2%80%99s+Manual+of+Physician+Assistant+Programs+2021&qid=1622378324&sr=8-3 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I talk about why I think you should not listen to bad advice from people on the internet especially from posts about "what are my chances". Stay tuned for the next episode where I will interview one of my classmates in my cohort. Podcasts that I loved this week. The Waveform podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rise-and-fall-of-boosted-boards/id1474429475?i=1000517361316 I love tech and this is a fascinating deep dive into a company I mostly heard about from Casey Neistat on his youtube channel in the past. The rise and fall of boosted boards. Planet Money https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-the-vaccine-lose-the-skinny-jeans/id290783428?i=1000522432092 This whole podcast is great but the second half of the episode is about the culture war over skinny jeans, as a millennial myself and a wife that adores her skinny jeans this was a fascinating take on this cultural shift. Picmonic is 40% off until the 31st of May (not an affiliate link, just a nice discount) https://www.picmonic.com/gb/betterscores_med_pgb?utm_source=myemma&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pgb&utm_content=q221-pgb_40&utm_term=trials-launch&utm_market=medicine --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I talk about the real struggle of burnout and some of the things I did to get through it and prevent it. These are some of my favorite podcast episodes this week Becoming a P.A. (Physician Assistant‪)‬ by Ariel Campa https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-20-interview-jordan-fisher-pa-c-author-pa-next/id1513181375?i=1000516081235 Her latest episode is great, she interviews a PA-C about PA school, clinical year, and after PA school. Freakonomics Radio https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-dialysis-a-test-case-of-medicare-for-all/id354668519?i=1000516227816 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fix-the-hot-mess-of-u-s-healthcare/id354668519?i=1000515271391 Episodes 456 and 457 talk about Healthcare in the United States and dialysis. Very intriguing discussion. The ZDoggMD Show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/focused-protection-for-covid-w-dr-jay-bhattacharya/id1218431966?i=1000517194125 This is a great take on the state of COVID from a more moderate point of view. Discount links Picmonic https://www.picmonic.com/insiderhookup/6MEYO8NSPP6TLDK21 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I talk about all of the Learning resources I use to be successful in PA school as well as reduce my stress. There are links for all the things I talk about. Disclaimer some are affiliate links so that if you decide to try it out you will get a nice discount. Picmonic https://www.picmonic.com/insiderhookup/6MEYO8NSPP6TLDK21 Rosh Review https://www.roshreview.com/ Osmosis (wait for it to be half off) https://www.osmosis.org/plans/pa?source_cta=navbar RemNote remnote.io/invite/yAXZomqbwtE4RiQZT Pance Prep Pearls https://pancepreppearls.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I break down all of my major stats when I applied to PA school. From GPA-PCH I go into what programs saw when I applied. Take a look at my CASPA calculated GPAs I talk about in this episode. https://imgur.com/a/enD6mG8 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I break down a week of my PA school schedule to shed some light on this mysterious topic. Here is the link to the week's schedule if you want a visual. Names and other sensitive information are removed. https://imgur.com/a/jOd91V8 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I start the PA school experience podcast by sharing my story of getting into PA school.