Welcome to a true inside look at what our friend group is like. Medical school is tough but finding the right people makes it bearable. Harrison and Kyanna have been two of our best friends since day one, so today is all about discussing our journey. This episode gives everyone a good idea of what our true lives look like while in school. Wish us good luck Charlie. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

Medicine is not rocket science, but if it was Josh could still do it… because he’s an AEROSPACE ENGINEER! Join our conversation with Josh as we cover his atypical journey into medicine, and what it’s like to go through the application process right now. We hear from his amazing perspective as a patient, and what it means to receive excellent medical care. This one is special. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

Riley and Jack tackle preparation for clerkship exams! This advice certainly applies to anyone studying for an exam while working and trying to keep up with life! We talk study materials, types of exams, and test day preparation. We love comments, questions, and concerns - please keep ‘em coming. As always, thank you for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

Riley and Jack riff about their weeks on their surgery and psychiatry rotations, respectively. Eventually, they meander to the point of the episode: tips for wellbeing and self-care whilst working through demanding schedules. These tips apply to anyone with a busy day-to-day, not just medicine! Thank you everyone for listening. Please leave comments, questions, and ideas for future episodes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

We love all the feedback and questions we get from you guys. So far, this has been one of our most asked questions: should I take a gap year before medical school? Since Jack took a gap year and Riley didn’t, we feel primed and ready to help answer this question. As always, stay until the end for this weeks code word! rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

If you are here for the serious medical content, this episode probably won’t interest you much. Jack and Riley shoot the breeze and talk about all things going on recently including New Years stories, highs/lows of the week, and more. Let us know if you are interested in more of this type of content. Back to the serious interviews soon, we promise. rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

In this episode, Jack and Riley reflect not only on this year, but their time in Boston, their research, and their med school path so far. There are a couple of important shoutouts we wanted to make and something at the end that’ll give you will a chance at a shoutout next episode! Contact Email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

This episode focuses on some of the most interesting experiences that Riley and Jack have had during their time in school. Riley helped with a heart transplant, Jack saved a life on his plane from Miami, and much more. Contact email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

For all crazy medical story enthusiasts, listen up. This episode is everything you've wanted to hear about real, life-saving stories that have come at the hands of Ultrasound. Today, we are joined by a pioneer of this unique imaging technique, Dr. Meghan Herbst. We discuss the lifestyle of emergency medicine, the importance/versatility of Ultrasound, and some incredible anecdotes that show just how life-changing this field is. Contact Email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support

Getting a research position can be stressful. There always seems to be pressure of competition and a deadline to get publications, especially if you are interested in the more selective specialties. Riley and Jack had those exact feelings, just without any guidance. In this episode of Progress Note, they sit down to discuss the 5 best pieces of advice that will help you score a research position in medical school or during undergrad. As two students who were fortunate to work in a Harvard Medical School - Mass General Hospital affiliate lab, we have a ton of advice to offer! Contact Email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support