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All Access: Med School Admissions

Christian Essman
Medical School Admissions
Medical Education
USMLE
MCAT
Psychometrics
Executive Functioning
Alice L. Walton School Of Medicine
Standardized Testing
Application Process
Case Western Reserve University
Pre-Health Advising
Admissions Process
University Of Michigan Medical School
George Washington University School Of Medicine and Health Sciences
Licensure Exams
Mental Health
Medical School Interview
University Of Georgia School Of Medicine
AAMC
Premed Competencies

Applying to medical school can be a very complex and confusing process! All Access: Med School Admissions by Christian Essman, Senior Director of Admissions & Financial Aid at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, brings listeners into informative and entertaining conversations between admissions colleagues from medical schools across the US. Christian and his gues... more

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In this episode, we dive into a topic that admissions officers and student affairs deans across the country are talking about behind closed doors: executive functioning. Incredibly talented, high-achieving pre-meds and accepted students are sometimes... more

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In this episode, host, Christian Essman, welcomes Dr. Brian Steele, the inaugural Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Georgia (UGA) School of Medicine. Together, they explore the birth of Georgia's newest medical school - the 159th MD-... more

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In this episode, host Christian Essman sits down with Dr. Wendy Jackson, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Kentucky (UK) College of Medicine. Together, we dive into the unique "Kentucky Integrated Curriculum" that blends foundational... more

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For many pre-meds, the USMLE Step exams are a distant, high-stakes mystery. We know they can be the "gatekeeper" to residency, but who actually decides what's on the test - and why is it designed the way it is? In this episode, we're pulling back the... more

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Dr. Tori Cordiano
Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in executive functioning, anxiety, ADHD and student development
Co-director, Center for Research on Girls, Laurel School; private practice
Episode: Episode 88: Understanding Executive Functioning with Dr. Tori Cordiano
Brian Steele
Inaugural associate dean for admissions, University of Georgia School of Medicine
University of Georgia School of Medicine
Episode: Episode 87: The University of Georgia School of Medicine
Wendy Jackson
Associate Dean for Admissions, University of Kentucky College of Medicine
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Episode: Episode 86: The University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Dan Kallenberger
Assistant Dean for Recruitment Admissions and Whole Health Initiation
Alice L. Walton School of Medicine
Episode: Epsiode 84: Alice L. Walton School of Medicine
Dr. Tejal Parikh
Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Arizona College of Medicine
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Episode: Episode 83: University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson
Ioannis Koutroulis
MD, PhD, MBA; Associate Dean of MD Admissions, practicing pediatric emergency medicine physician
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Episode: Episode 78: George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Dr. Kathy Lee
A pre-health advisor with a Ph.D. in molecular genetics, biochemistry, and microbiology.
Case Western Reserve University
Episode: Episode 76: Preparing for the Application Process
Dr. Caleb Marsh
Director of Pathway Programs and Recruitment at the College of Medicine
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University
Episode: Episode 75: Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University
Deborah Guttman
Director of Pre-Health Advising and Small Group Faculty for the Brown Gateways to Medicine Health Care and Research Master in Medical Sciences Program
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Episode: Episode 73: Special Medical Masters Program of Brown University Alpert Medical School

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Christian Essman
Host of All Access: Med School Admissions

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 389 ratings
  • med school interviews

    As a pre-med student preparing for the med school application process, one of the looming questions I had was when I get chosen for an interview how do I prepare in order not to fall flat on my face. This pod cast honestly quelled so many of my fears in a straight forward and honest way. Especially the ending “I have been seen” Keep these up. They are extremely useful!’ Allison Bizub

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allison Bizub
    United States6 months ago
  • LOVE!

    Amazing show and such an awesome resource for med school applicants!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ae1433
    United States2 years ago
  • 10/10

    Has been so helpful and influential throughout my med school application journey. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gagahahahahahs
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    So insightful and Christian’s questions are all so on the nose to what I’m wondering. I really feel like I know what the school but also the admissions member is like as a person by the end of the episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    prozaccd
    United States3 years ago
  • Must Listen!!!

    This podcast is amazing! I don’t know how I would know about the nuances of schools without listening to Christian. His excitement is contagious and interviewing skills unparalleled!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tjerry145
    United States4 years ago

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Episode 88: Understanding Executive Functioning with Dr. Tori Cordiano
Q: What can administrators do to reduce cognitive load for applicants and students?
Communicate deadlines clearly and succinctly, chunk instructions into simple steps, and ensure emails and guidelines are streamlined and easy to follow to prevent overwhelm and improve completion rates.
Episode 88: Understanding Executive Functioning with Dr. Tori Cordiano
Q: Why do high-achieving students struggle with day-to-day management despite strong GPAs and MCATs?
Because academic achievement and executive functioning are related but distinct skills; the brain's frontal systems mature later, and students may excel in content but struggle with organization, task initiation, and emotional regulation under real-world demands.
Episode 88: Understanding Executive Functioning with Dr. Tori Cordiano
Q: Can you explain executive functioning in simple terms for listeners?
Executive functions are brain-based processes—mainly governed by the prefrontal cortex—that help with planning, organizing, focusing, switching tasks, and regulating emotions; as these skills mature into early adulthood, people become better at coordinating complex activities and managing responsibilities.
Episode 87: The University of Georgia School of Medicine
Q: Why did the University of Georgia decide to start a new School of Medicine and what is the big picture mission?
The school aims to serve the state of Georgia by addressing healthcare disparities and physician shortages, leveraging the university's land-grant identity, and creating a mission-driven admissions process that emphasizes community engagement, population health, and collaboration with other UGA colleges to train physicians who will return and contribute to Georgia.
Episode 86: The University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Q: What happens on the interview day and how is the applicant evaluated?
There are two 30-minute interviews (one committee, one non-committee), full access to the application for the committee interviewer, and a day that includes introductions, a tour, and Q&A with current students.

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What is All Access: Med School Admissions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on transparent, practical guidance for medical school admissions, featuring conversations with admissions professionals from various medical schools. Episodes cover curriculum design, interview strategies, standardized testing topics, and niche admissions programs, with a recurring emphasis on fit, transparency, and real-world application tips for applicants. A standout trait is bringing together admissions perspectives from multiple schools to help listeners understand nuances, national trends, and how AI or new curricula could affect the process. The format tends to be long-form, enabling deep dives into school-specific policies, pathways, and practical steps for applicants, which can be especially valuable for pre-med s... more

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2. Brian Steele
3. Wendy Jackson
4. Dan Kallenberger
5. Dr. Tejal Parikh
6. Ioannis Koutroulis
7. Dr. Kathy Lee
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