Checking the Pulse: A Premed Podcast

Checking the Pulse: A Premed Podcast

Founded in 1978, Ross University School of Medicine offers an MD degree program. Ross: provides clinical rotations at affiliated US teaching hospitals; has an alumni network of 15,000+ MD’s across the US, Canada and Puerto Rico; is eligible to participate in the US Federal Direct Loan Program; and offers scholarships for students who qualify. Ross has three class starts a year in September, January and May.

Episodes

Episode 42 - RUSM Commencement Speaker and MATCH 2023

June 9, 2023 • 21 mins
In celebration of the Ross University commencement, Dr Ryan Azarkhail was nominated by his peers to represent the graduating class as this year’s student speaker. Dr. Azarkhail quickly became a champion and advocate for the student body while in med school. Along with becoming the SGA President in 2019, he served multiple leadership roles, including Clinical SGA Honor Council Senator, and SGA Class Representative. He continued volu...
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Episode 41 - MATCH 2023 From Kindergarten Teacher to Pediatrician

May 8, 2023 • 15 mins
In this episode, we are celebrating our MATCH 2023 results! The process to receive your medical degree from RUSM is the same as medical schools in the United States—it includes the successful completion of the medical school curriculum, then clinical rotations, and the passage of all three parts of the USMLE. This year Ross University School of Medicine's first-time residency attainment rate for 2022-2023 graduates is 97%*; so far ...
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Episode 40 - RUSM and International Students

April 14, 2023 • 10 mins
In this episode, we focus on international students, highlighting scholarships, academic pre-requisites, and student support available. At Ross University School of Medicine, we welcome international students and encourage you to apply to our MD program for any of our three classes: January, May, or September. My guest today is Rachel Durcan, Senior Associate Director of International Partnerships.
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Episode 39 - RUSM and Housing

March 8, 2023 • 14 mins
As a Ross Med student, you will spend one third of your time in Barbados. Most students live in a student community known as The Villages of Coverley. Alternatively, our students can choose to live off-campus as well. My guest today is Leah Gibson, the Housing and Property Manager. She talks about the different options of housing, what’s included, what to bring and how to get around. For the complete list and prices, please see our...
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Episode 38 - From Internal Medicine to Pulmonary Critical Care

February 9, 2023 • 11 mins
There are many specialized fields that doctors can pursue after their Internal Medicine residency. In this episode, Dr. Roberto Swazo talks about his path to Pulmonary and Critical Care. This specialized field focuses on patients suffering from injuries and diseases of the respiratory system, which includes the lungs, trachea, diaphragm, and other related structures. At the time of our conversation, Dr Swazo was a Second Year Pulmo...
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Episode 37 - RUSM and Vida, Partnership

January 10, 2023 • 13 mins
Did you ever consider going on an international medical mission? If so, you definitely want to hear about this new partnership we have! Ross University School of Medicine recently signed a partnership with Vida that gives a financial grant to all eligible applicants who successfully complete the Medical Education Readiness Program (aka MERP). Contact our Admissions Dept directly for more information on this grant. In the meantime, ...
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Episode 36 - A Day In The Life of Alex K.

December 13, 2022 • 10 mins
Continuing to share the experience of current students, in this episode, we meet Alex Kirby who is finishing her 4th semester in Barbados. Alex shares why she chose Ross, how her study techniques have changed and some things she wished she knew ahead of time.
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Episode 35 - A Day in the life Life of Vanessa A.

November 17, 2022 • 19 mins
In this episode, we meet Vanessa Aragones, a current student who just finished 5th semester and is getting ready to take Step 1. Vanessa talks about her transition to the island and how she developed her support to succeed in med school.
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Episode 34 - How To Finance Your MD Program

October 26, 2022 • 21 mins
Attending medical school requires a major financial commitment. Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) is committed to providing medical school applicants and active medical students with information to help fund your education through financial aid, including medical school loans and scholarships. My guest today is Josh Verwijst, from our Student Finance Dept, and he will be discussing options in financial aid, cost of living a...
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Episode 33 - Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP) Prerequisite Updates

September 15, 2022 • 10 mins
Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP) offers a 15-week preparatory course that provides customized academic assessment and study plans; a supportive, diverse community of expert instructors and peers; and the building blocks needed to instill confidence essential to a successful medical school experience and practice. This is a follow-up to Episode 2 with the most recent updates to the MERP pre requisites.
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Episode 32 - RUSM and Black Female Doctors organization

August 2, 2022 • 17 mins
In this episode, we meet Tahara Jordan, co-founder of the Black Female Doctors student association, dedicated to collaborating, networking and creating power in numbers throughout the Ross Community. Their motto is “Lifting as We Climb”, supporting each other through service, fun and academics. Tahara also shares her experience during MERP and being an AIM Scholar.
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Episode 31 - RUSM and AUC

July 11, 2022 • 18 mins
In this episode, we will talk about our sister school American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. AUC’s mission is to train tomorrow’s physicians, whose service to their communities and their patients is enhanced by international learning experiences, a diverse learning community, and an emphasis on social accountability and engagement.
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Episode 30 - RUSM and Impostor Syndrome

June 24, 2022 • 21 mins
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode is about Impostor Syndrome. Although not officially recognized, Impostor Syndrome can be prevalent in those who are different than their peers, particularly in underrepresented demographics. In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Karie Gaska and current student Kinza Javed.
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Episode 29 - From Engineering to Neurology MATCH 2022

June 2, 2022 • 10 mins
Results show yet another strong year for RUSM with a 95% first-time residency attainment rate so far. Our graduates will enter residency programs in 23 specialties throughout 43 U.S. states and territories. Notable specialties include Dermatology, Orthopedic Surgery, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Neurology. In this episode, ...
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Episode 28 - Unique Paths to Residency

May 3, 2022 • 16 mins
After RUSM students receive their MD degree, they embark in their path to residency. Each year, hundreds of our graduates receive the news that they have reached their goal and matched at leading hospitals across the United States and Canada.
The majority of our graduates secure residencies through the National Resident Matching Program. With more than 15,000 alumni, we’re inspired every day by the difference they are making in the...
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Episode 27 - Celebrating Black History Month: RUSM and Black Male Doctors organization

February 24, 2022 • 11 mins
The Black Male Doctors student organization is an academic, cultural and social support center for students of all origins, with a special focus on black male students and students of African-American descent. My guest today is the club President Tyeler Checkley.
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Episode 26 - RUSM and the Surgery Interest Group

January 13, 2022 • 17 mins
Ross University students have the opportunity to participate in more than 40 clubs and organizations. No matter what your interest is, likely there is a group of like-minded students. In this episode, we will talk about the Surgery Interest Group.
The SIG strives to strengthen the basic skills required to prepare our students for their surgical rounds and necessary procedural techniques for the field of surgery. My guests today are ...
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Episode 25 - RUSM Muslim Student Association

August 25, 2021 • 15 mins
The Muslim Student Association (MSA) seeks to support the Muslim students and other students of faith attending Ross University. They also aim to provide safe and comfortable spaces of prayer and meditation, while bringing awareness to the faith of Islam. My guests today are current students and officers of the MSA.
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Episode 24 - RUSM and Matching as a Couple

April 8, 2021 • 14 mins
This week we continue to celebrate our graduates' success in Residency!! During the Residency MATCH process, applicants can apply as individuals or as a couple. Applying as a couple allows them to connect their rank order lists so they can match in the same geographic location. In this episode, Dr Yasmine Bargoti Gosey and Dr Bobby Gosey, share their experience matching as a couple.
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Episode 23 - MATCH DAY! How the Residency MATCH works.

March 22, 2021 • 17 mins
The path to receiving your medical degree at Ross is exactly the same as those of US medical schools. Upon completion of the USMLEs, Ross students receive their MD degree and embark on a new path—residency!
As of today, over 15000 graduates have reached their goal and matched at leading hospitals across the United States and Canada. The majority of our graduates secure residencies through the National Resident Matching Program.
In t...
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