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All Access: Med School Admissions

Christian Essman
Medical School Admissions
MCAT
Medical Education
Case Western Reserve University
Application Process
Pre-Health Advising
Admissions Process
University Of Michigan Medical School
George Washington University School Of Medicine and Health Sciences
Mental Health
Medical School Interview
AAMC
Premed Competencies
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Brown University
Capyear
Medical College Application Service
Extracurricular Activities
Zoom Interviews
Maternal Fetal Medicine

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, host Christian Essman sits down with Dan Kallenberger, Assistant Dean for Recruitment, Admissions, and Whole Health Initiation at the brand new Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) in Bentonville, Arkansas. Together, they dive ... more

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In this episode, host Christian Essman sits down with Dr. Tejal Parikh, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson. They dive into everything prospective applicants need to know about UA COM, from the scho... more

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Are you prepping for your upcoming medical school interviews and not sure where to start? In this special episode of All Access: Med School Admissions, hosts Christian Essman, Senior Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, and Dr. Lina Mehta, Assoc... more

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It’s back-to-school time with the All Access: Med School Admissions Podcast! In this insightful episode, host Christian Essman, Senior Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, sits down with Alex... more

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Recent Guests

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
Deborah Berman
Admissions Dean at the University of Michigan Medical School
University of Michigan Medical School
Episode: Episode 71: University of Michigan Medical School Updates
Dr. Laura Fletcher
Senior Research Analyst in Admissions and Selection Research and Development Team at the AAMC
Association of American Medical Colleges
Episode: Episode 70: AAMC Prospective Applicant Resources
Tami Levin
Director of Premed and Applicant Resources at the AAMC
Association of American Medical Colleges
Episode: Episode 70: AAMC Prospective Applicant Resources

Host

Christian Essman
Christian Essman is the Senior Director of Admissions & Financial Aid at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He brings extensive experience from his role in guiding applicants through the complexities of the medical school admissions process.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 367 ratings
  • LOVE!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ae1433
    United Statesa year ago
  • 10/10

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gagahahahahahs
    United States2 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 States2 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 States3 years ago
  • Best resource out there!

    I listen every time I’m driving and pi love it! Would love to see schools like Howard, EVMS and VCU on the podcast! As a non traditional this is my go too and would recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KayT721
    United States3 years ago

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The podcast is recommended as a must-listen for pre-med students, helping them navigate the competitive landscape of medical school applications.
The host is praised for his interviewing skills and the ability to draw out valuable information from guests, making complex topics easier to understand.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and engaging content, particularly valuing the transparency offered about the medical school admissions process.

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#224
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Talking Points

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Epsiode 84: Alice L. Walton School of Medicine
Q: What are some curricular highlights you would want prospective applicants to know about?
Dan discussed the innovative ARCHES curriculum focusing on integration of various learning modalities and early clinical exposure.
Epsiode 84: Alice L. Walton School of Medicine
Q: What is the community involvement for students like at your school?
Dan highlighted the requirement for first-year students to participate in community volunteering, emphasizing the school's commitment to community service.
Epsiode 84: Alice L. Walton School of Medicine
Q: What have you been involved in lately?
Dan described setting up the medical school and developing admissions, financial aid, and community engagement processes.
Episode 83: University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson
Q: How do you feel about gap years?
The school is open to gap years and views them favorably, as long as students continue to engage with medicine.
Episode 83: University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson
Q: What qualities are you looking for in applicants?
The committee looks for altruism, academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to becoming lifelong learners.

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

Aimed primarily at prospective medical school applicants, this series fosters open dialogues among admissions professionals from various medical institutions across the U.S. By highlighting unique insights and personal anecdotes, it seeks to demystify the admissions process, making it more accessible and less intimidating. Episodes feature discussions on practical strategies for application success, interview preparation, mental health considerations, and the attributes sought in candidates, all while emphasizing authenticity and personal narratives. Unique to this series is its focus on bringing real human experiences into the admissions discussion, providing listeners not just with guidelines, but also with the emotional context of applyi... more

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1. Dan Kallenberger
2. Dr. Tejal Parikh
3. Ioannis Koutroulis
4. Dr. Kathy Lee
5. Dr. Caleb Marsh
6. Deborah Guttman
7. Deborah Berman
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