On this episode Ntami kicks of the DisparityTalks subsegment by interviewing Ellen Murphy, the founder of the Institutional Justice and Inclusion committee at WayneMed. We discuss the history behind the organization, initiatives and why this work is so important as it pertains to healthcare disparities. Listeners will also gain insight on how to tackle social justice issues and ways to create/implement such programs at their own institutions.

There’s no single path to medicine. On this episode of theMEDlocket, Maria interviews two medical students, Patrick and Judy, who have unique journeys to medicine. After obtaining doctorate degrees in their relative fields, this pharmacist and scientist started on the path towards an MD. On this episode, they discuss their motivation, the obstacles they faced, and most importantly how their paths have molded them into the individuals they are today.

Interested in getting involved in research as an undergraduate student? On this episode of theMEDlocket, Maria discusses the role research played in her undergraduate career and gives tips on how to get involved in undergraduate research and how to optimize your research experience.

What does it take to get into Medical School? On this episode we dive deep into the medical school application process, what schools look for and ways to build a solid application that truly stands out. Join Ntami and special guest Peyton as they answer all your questions for the upcoming cycle.

Using your platform to address global health disparities can seem daunting. In this episode, Maria and Ntami discuss their experiences with global health, avenues for advocacy and plans to impact change as they move forward in their medical careers.

Starting medical school can be filled with excitement but also a lot of anxiety for many students. So, in this episode of theMEDlocket, Maria and Ntami offer advice that they wish they had during their first year of school. Although they share tips directed to first year medical students, the tips can be implemented on any point of your journey.

Navigating life as a pre-med can be tough. Sometimes, it’s hard to know where to start let alone which direction to go. In this episode of TheMedLocket, Ntami and Maria share 5 tips to help you navigate your pre-Med journey and avoid hiccups that may deter you. Dear pre-med, this is for you!

What is professional hair? How do you navigate professional spaces with natural hair? On this episode Maria and Ntami chat about their experiences and how it’s impacted their ability to be authentic within the medical field.

Getting into medical school is already hard enough. But as an international student, the challenges are even more. Join Ntami as she shares her journey and offers recommendations for international medical school applicants.

You got the interview invite, now what? On this episode, Maria offers 5 tips on how to do well during your medical school interviews for a successful application cycle!