What are the ethics and implications of Brain-Computer Interfaces? This technology can completely change the way that we think about the treatment of things like nerve damage, loss of limb, neurological conditions, and even mental health disorders. In this episode, we explore what Neuralink is, how it works, and other big questions surrounding the technology. Thanks for joining us!

This is a rebroadcast of a previous episode.

What is required to be a competitive applicant starts with your preparation years. In the past, students with great grades and good MCAT scores were shoe-ins for admission. We know that the admissions process now in 2023 is far more complex and competitive for even the most incredible students to navigate. This episode breaks apart some of the common, myths, misconceptions, and barriers to preparing yourself for the health professions and gives some advice on ways to adjust your thinking to improve your approach, and ultimately, your enjoyment in preparing for this journey.

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INTRO Song was Fun Life by FASSounds

OUTRO Song was Best Time by FASSounds

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of Prehealth Advising in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the Prehealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student at every institution for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving prehealth students across the university system.

Gun Violence and Mass Shootings, while not unique to the United States, is a uniquely US American problem in how it is viewed and treated. In this week's episode, we are once again joined by Dr. Mekel to discuss this ethical concern, its impact on healthcare, and what future providers should be thinking about and considering to positively influence this issue in their future work - especially for primary care providers.

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INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of Prehealth Advising in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the Prehealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student, at every institution, or for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving prehealth students across the university system.

In this episode, we discuss semaglutides, more commonly referred to by their brand names (Wegovy, Ozempic, etc.) have grown significantly in popularity. Originally designed and intended for managing diabetes in a more efficient and effective manner, they have begun to be prescribed for weight loss and have been heralded as a miracle cure for obesity. As with all miracle cures, the other side isn't as glamorous as we'd like to think. This episode digs into the science, culture, and sociology (and of course the ethics) of this pharmaceutical marvel and what it means for future care providers.

AUDIO:

INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of Prehealth Advising in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the Prehealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student, at every institution, or for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving prehealth students across the university system.

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine joined the podcast this week to discuss their school, curriculum, community engagement, longitudinal research project, and more. Clayton Steup, Director of Special Programs & Recruitment, joins us to share his perspective and help all applicants understand how they may find their fit or home at Pitt Med.

AUDIO:

INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of Prehealth Advising in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the Prehealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student, at every institution, or for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving prehealth students across the university system.

In this week's episode, we welcome back Dr. Michele Mekel to discuss CRISPR-Cas9 which enables scientists to edit parts of the genetic material of living organisms. This discussion focuses on the ethical, anthropological, and biological implications of this technology. For future healthcare providers, we talk about things to think about as this technology begins to be used in applications never before thought possible.

AUDIO:

INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The PreHealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of the Prehealth Advising Office in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the PreHealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student at every institution for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving pre-health students across the university system.

In another entry in our STUDENT STORIES series, we welcome a Penn State student who will be attending the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. We talk to him about his journey to dentistry, what he has done along the way to prepare, and what he has done to feel ready.

AUDIO:

INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The PreHealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of the Prehealth Advising Office in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the PreHealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student at every institution for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving pre-health students across the university system.

SHPEP is a free summer enrichment program focused on improving access to information and resources for college students interested in the health professions. SHPEP’s goal is to strengthen the academic proficiency and career development of students from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds and those with demonstrated interest in issues affecting underserved populations to prepare them for a successful application and matriculation to health professions schools. Students from backgrounds underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply. This episode shares the stories of two participants from the summer of 2023.

AUDIO:

INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The PreHealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of the Prehealth Advising Office in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the PreHealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student at every institution for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving pre-health students across the university system.

This week, we welcome back a friend of The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State, Michele Mekel to talk with us about the ethical concerns of Long Covid. As future care providers, all prehealth students should be thinking about what these bigger health issues mean for their future patients, practices, and the healthcare industry as a whole.

For students developing their school lists, starting their journey to their future health profession, or wanting to make a personal connection to admissions officers at schools that you may be interested in the Penn State Health Professions Expo can be a useful tool. This episode will talk about what the expo is, how to prepare for it, and make the most out of this exciting opportunity. The 2024 Expo is on Wednesday, February 28th, 2024 from 10 am to 2 pm in Alumni in the HUB. Below are some links to help you prepare:

First- and Second-Year Students:

Plan to use this event to explore all the possible opportunities in the health professions. Use our foundations guide to help you prepare for before, during, and after the Health Professions Expo.

Juniors, Seniors, and Upcoming Applicants:

Plan to use this event to learn more about schools in your desired profession. Use our upcoming applicants guide to help you prepare for before, during, and after the Health Professions Expo.

AND, you can look at the programs that are attending.

AUDIO:

INTRO Song is This Science by Coma-Media

OUTRO Song is Screening by Coma-Media

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The PreHealth Podcast at Penn State is a production of the Prehealth Advising Office in the Eberly College of Science at The Pennsylvania State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the PreHealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student at every institution for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving pre-health students across the university system.