The D.O. Diaries

The D.O. Diaries

By Meghan and Arazoo, OMS-IIIMedicineHealth & Fitness
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The D.O. Diaries episodes

  • Ep. 51 Final Episode

    Meghan and Arazoo return for one last episode of The DO Diaries. We share updates, favorite memories, and lessons learned from our journey in medicine and podcasting.

    Thank you for being part of our story. We hope that these conversations inspire you to care for yourself as deeply as you care for your patients. 💙

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    44 min
  • Ep. 50 Debunking Medical School Myths

    In our final episode of 2024, we’re busting the biggest myths about medical school! Join Meghan and Arazoo as they tackle misconceptions like needing a perfect GPA, attending a prestigious school, surviving without sleep, and more. Tune in for a fun and honest conversation to close out the year on a high note!

    Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by following us on our Instagram account: ⁠⁠@theDOdiariespodcast⁠⁠ and sharing a review!

    IG: @⁠⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠⁠


    22 min
  • Ep. 49 How to Prepare for Residency Interviews

    Join Meghan and Arazoo as they share their favorite tips and tricks for preparing for residency interviews. From simple tweaks like perfecting your lighting to tackling those tricky behavioral questions, they’ve got you covered with advice to help you feel confident and prepared!

    Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by following us on our Instagram account: ⁠⁠@theDOdiariespodcast⁠⁠ and sharing a review.

    IG: @⁠⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠⁠

    25 min
  • Ep. 48 How to Choose a Residency Program

    In this episode, Arazoo and Meghan discuss the key factors to prioritize when selecting residency programs to apply to and share insights on discerning if a program's culture and values resonate with your own.

    Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by following us on our Instagram account: ⁠⁠@theDOdiariespodcast⁠⁠ and sharing a review!

    IG: @⁠⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠⁠

    24 min
  • Ep. 47 Succeeding on Audition Rotations

    In this episode, Meghan and Arazoo discuss navigating the challenges of 4th-year in medical school. They share tips about selecting audition rotations, balancing residency applications, and making a strong impression during auditions. Tune in for practical advice and insights to help you succeed during this crucial phase of your medical journey!

    If you enjoyed this episode please rate us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and leave us a review to let us know your thoughts. 😊IG: @⁠⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠⁠

    27 min
  • Ep. 46 Studying for COMLEX Level 2 Exam

    This is a sweet and short episode where Arazoo and Meghan delve into how they studied for COMLEX Level 2. They talk about the differences in their experience between Level 1 and Level 2 testing experience.


    We'd love to hear from you! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot, post it on your Instagram story, and tag us ⁠@theDOdiariespodcast⁠. Rate us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and leave us a review to let us know your thoughts 😊.

    IG: @⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠, ⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠

    21 min
  • Update: Second Hiatus

    Hey friends!


    We're sharing this update with you as Meghan and Arazoo will take some time off to focus on their Level 2 Board exam. If you'd like to stay up to date follow us on our Instagram.


    Thank you for all your support and we can't wait to share our last year of medical school with you 💖

    3 min
  • Ep. 45 Rotation Chronicles: What is an Internal Medicine Clinical Rotation?
    Our final episode of Rotation Chronicles ends this season with an exciting discussion on our experiences in Internal Medicine.
    What makes this episode especially unique is that Arazoo and Meghan had different rotation experiences, offering unique insights into what they learned and how to make the most of such experiences.
    Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by following us on our Instagram account and leaving us a review!
    IG: @⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠, ⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠
    50 min
  • Ep. 44 Imposter Syndrome/Self Doubt in Medicine

    In this episode, we learn about dealing with self-doubt and imposter syndrome in medical school.

    We chat about how sometimes, our successes feel that it comes down to pure luck rather than our hard work and talent. We dive into how the competitive nature of medical school can fuel these feelings.

    On the other hand, we share some handy tips and tricks for dealing with these feelings. So, if you've ever felt like you're not enough (or too much), this episode is for you ❤️

    Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by following us on our Instagram account: ⁠@theDOdiariespodcast⁠ and sharing a review!

    IG: @⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠, ⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠

    52 min
  • Ep. 43 So You Didn’t Match? SOAP and Match Process
    In this episode, we're joined by two special guests, Robbie and Matt, who share their journeys and challenges with the MATCH process.
    Robbie, currently wrapping up his first-year transitional intern year, is off to Penn State this July to start his PM&R residency. On the other hand, Matt is finishing his first year of family residency and is preparing for his Psychiatry residency in Orlando in July.
    They share insights about their challenges when trying to match into their chosen specialties, important lessons learned from the SOAP/MATCH experience, and provide valuable advice for future residency applicants who may find themselves in a similar situation. Tune in for an insightful episode!
    IG: @⁠⁠thedodiariespodcast,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@meghan_medlyfe⁠⁠, ⁠⁠@amshwany⁠⁠
    52 min

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The D.O. Diaries is the unfiltered story of our lives as we navigate medical school. Join us as we share our struggles, successes, and our truths throughout our journey. Follow us on Instagram…