All Access: Med School Admissions

Episode 77: Transferable Skills That Matter: Insights from SOF to SOM Leaders


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In this compelling episode of All Access: Med School Admissions, host Christian Essman sits down with medical students, Ricky Ditzel and Brentyn Jones, two remarkable individuals transitioning from the elite world of Special Operations Forces to the demanding field of medicine.

Discover how skills from military training, such as resilience, leadership, and confident communication, are invaluable in medical school and careers. Ricky and Brenton share their journeys, emphasizing the importance of life experiences, vulnerability in applications, and continuous growth. They offer crucial advice for veteran applicants and all applicants, highlighting that success in medicine is about more than just academic readiness.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion that bridges the gap between military and medical professions, providing actionable insights for all prospective medical students.

Don't miss this episode packed with wisdom and motivation!

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This podcast is hosted, edited, and produced by: Christian Essman

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Special Operations Forces To School of Medicine (SOFtoSOM)

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Medical School Insights and Partnership

06:01 From Army Medic to Med Student

09:23 SOF Medicine School Initiative

10:48 Military Med School Support Group

15:31 Medical School Preparation Support Program

19:00 Medical Cohort Success and Growth

21:16 Resilient Medic Problem Solvers

26:33 "Earning Your Trident Daily"

28:43 Academic Challenges and Overcoming Failure

31:54 Confidence: Key Differentiator in Med School

37:43 Rise in Non-Traditional Applicants

39:16 Leveraging Skills in Non-Traditional Applications

43:48 Empathy Over Skills in Med Applications

47:21 Academic Success Beyond Initial GPA

49:04 Embrace Unique Skills for Admissions

52:49 Embrace Vulnerability in Storytelling

57:11 Simplify Military Award Statements

 

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