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The Short Coat: An Inside Look at Getting Into and Getting Through Medical School

The Students of the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Medical School
Mental Health
Patient Care
Training and Education In Medicine
Medicine-Psychiatry
Carver College Of Medicine
Valentine's Day
Medicine-Pediatrics
Preventive Medicine
Combined Residencies
Addiction Medicine
Healthcare Systems
Home Improvement
Implicit Bias In Healthcare
Patient Advocacy
Public Health
Family Medicine
Pet Ownership
Rheumatology
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The HONEST guide to medical school, featuring real students from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine–skip this show if you’d rather not know (and hate laughter)!

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Latest Episodes

The Hippocratic oath moment that turns anxious students into future physicians—even before they’ve treated a single patient You’re on stage at the “White Coat Ceremony,” putting on that short coat for the first time, and honestly? It feels kind of we... more

[Last week was Spring Break here at Iowa. It was also Match Week, so this rerun from last year is worth a second look!] Picking a Career in Medicine is Insane. All of med school leads up to one moment: Match Day. But how do get there? Dave Etler sits... more

Three exams that might drive you crazy. If you’re a pre-med, you may have heard about Step exams. But what are they? When the hell are you supposed to start studying? Should you be doing Anki cards in the womb? And are your scores actually going to d... more

Building community through experiences Tradition is a big part of medical school–med students willingly tie themselves to comedy shows, charity 5Ks, and yearly ceremonies when they’re already drowning in anatomy and mechanisms of health and disease. ... more

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Recent Guests

Mallory Kallish
Medical student interview guest, shared rotation experiences and mindset around choosing a specialty
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: From Fire Hose to Final Decision–How Med Students Choose Careers (Recess Rehash)
Jacob Lamb
Medical student guest, discussed radiology and rotation experiences
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: From Fire Hose to Final Decision–How Med Students Choose Careers (Recess Rehash)
Will Sai
Medical student guest, discussed family medicine and rotation experiences
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: From Fire Hose to Final Decision–How Med Students Choose Careers (Recess Rehash)
Matt Engelken
Medical student guest, discussed OB/GYN and interview experiences
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: From Fire Hose to Final Decision–How Med Students Choose Careers (Recess Rehash)
Nit Anantharaman
Special guest from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Episode: The Med School Traditions That Make Lifelong Bonds
Marc Pizzimenti
Associate Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: Another Path to Med School: Masters of Clinical Anatomy
Emma Handler
Clinical Instructor of Anatomy and Cell Biology
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: Another Path to Med School: Masters of Clinical Anatomy
Tyler Olson
Financial Advisor for Early Career Physicians
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Episode: From Broke to Bank: Money Lessons Med School Skips
Dr. Nathan Flacker
Attending physician with ChenMed, specializing in geriatrics
ChenMed
Episode: They Way Most Docs are Paid Doesn’t Lead to Healthier Patients

Hosts

Dave Etler
Primary host; long‑standing contributor to the show; affiliated with The Short Coat and University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine.
Dave Vettler
Co‑host; contributes to discussions on medical student life and topics relevant to the show's audience.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 460 ratings
  • Every med school student should listen

    I love these hosts and the style of this pod - it should be required listening for the medical professionals of tomorrow! So much wisdom here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jh4593
    United Statesa year ago
  • Really great

    Good information and funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dhfjrkcsodalsjf
    United States2 years ago
  • The best part of my week!

    The short coat has been my go to podcast for many years as a premed and now as a medical student. It is a must listen for students or their family and friends to think about issues in medicine and to talk about medical school experiences!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MicaylaRose11
    United States2 years ago
  • Best podcast

    I look forward to the new episode each week! Dave is an incredible human and very witty!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Medstudentmom
    United States2 years ago
  • What a fun podcast to listen to!!!! I have been listening to this podcast since 2016!!!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Gabby
    2 years ago

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The show is described as informative and entertaining, with strong emphasis on real student voices and relatable experiences.
Listeners consistently praise the hosts' engaging style and the practical, supportive guidance for medical students and pre‑meds.
Guests are often highlighted for bringing relevant perspectives and actionable advice, though a few reviews note occasional political discussions and varying depth on certain topics.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#170
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Apple Podcasts
#229
Saudi Arabia/Education

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Medical Students and Love: Do Their Spouses Really Know Them?
Q: If you were an animal, what would your den or nest look like?
Cade likens Alexis to an animal that carries its home with it, like a turtle or snail.
Medical Students and Love: Do Their Spouses Really Know Them?
Q: If you and your partner sat down to do the portrait challenge, would your painting be better or worse than theirs?
Both Alexis and Cade would likely produce bad portraits if they tried to paint each other.
Medical Students and Love: Do Their Spouses Really Know Them?
Q: If your partner did not have to sleep, what would they do?
Alexis would spend more time with friends and family.
Medical Students and Love: Do Their Spouses Really Know Them?
Q: How much does your partner talk about medical school stuff?
Alexis talks frequently about medical school, but it's not something that bothers Cade.
Medical Students and Love: Do Their Spouses Really Know Them?
Q: When it comes to medical school, are you an optimist, a pessimist, or a realist?
Alexis considers herself a realist about medical school.

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This show serves as an informal, student‑driven guide to medical school, mixing practical how‑tos with candid, humorous discussions about the emotional and social aspects of pursuing medicine. Across episodes, listeners encounter prep tips for starting med school, exploring how students craft professional identities, and navigating relationships, workload, and rotations. The format blends personal stories, guest perspectives from medical students, and playful segments, often balancing serious topics like patient care and burnout with lighthearted games and banter. A standout feature is the strong emphasis on real student voices and peer guidance, which makes it feel approachable for prospective and current students alike. The show is likely... more

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1. Mallory Kallish
2. Jacob Lamb
3. Will Sai
4. Matt Engelken
5. Nit Anantharaman
6. Marc Pizzimenti
7. Emma Handler
8. Tyler Olson

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