001: I Thought I Knew What Specialty I Wanted — How Med School Changed Everything
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001: I Thought I Knew What Specialty I Wanted — How Med School Changed Everything
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Welcome to the very first episode of The Med School Years podcast! In this episode, Drexel medical student Navin shares how his vision for becoming a doctor transformed through medical school—from wanting to be a pediatrician to pursuing interventional radiology.
We explore the unexpected challenges of transitioning from premed to med school, navigating burnout, choosing a specialty, and the importance of mentorship and mental health along the way. Whether you’re a premed, medical student, or just curious about the journey to becoming a physician, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and real talk.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
3:42 “I thought getting into med school was the finish line”
7:58 Wearing the white coat for the first time
14:20 When your specialty plans change
20:45 Finding purpose through patient interactions
30:55 Research, away rotations & planning for residency
40:10 Mental health & burnout in med school
51:00 Final advice to premeds: “Go easy on yourself”