A podcast on diversity and amplifying underrepresented stories and voices in medicine.
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Just as patients of color experience unfair treatment in the doctor's office, physicians of color also experience discrimination from patients. As medical…
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21.2% of medical students identified as legally married, according to a 2023 report from the AAMC. While marriage between two medical students is common, being in a…
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In 2023, the Main Residency Match had 42,952 active applicants, yet only offered 40,375 certified positions. Unfortunately, this disparity meant some applicants did…
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Between 2021 to 2024, there were 165,326 applicants to U.S. medical schools, with only 69,228—41.9%—successfully gaining admission. While medical school…
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Exploration is actively seeking to understand ourselves better, pushing beyond comfort zones to discover the complexities of our own identities, and fostering personal…
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Letting go is never an easy decision, but change can be beautiful. In this heartfelt conversation, original cast members Harjit, Margaux, and Leen say their farewells…
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BUNDLE OF HERS concludes its sixth season with an exploration into the concept of legacy. Beyond the connection to our parents and ancestors, academic and professional…
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Health at Every Size® (HAES) is a growing framework of care in many health care settings. However, weight discrimination continues to exist, and fatphobia can…
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For a significant portion of the United States population, the American Dream stands as a beacon of hope and opportunity. Defined by the Oxford English Dictionary as…
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According to the American Medical Association, less than 10% of U.S. medical school graduates will encounter the setback of not matching into a residency program each…
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In organization theory, mutual aid involves communities engaging in voluntary and reciprocal exchange of resources and services for mutual benefit. Mutual aid extends…
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The third year of medical school is widely recognized for its introduction to clinical rotations and being one of the most demanding phases. This period comes with…
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Some of us are innate people-pleasers, and it is important to set boundaries and realize it's okay to say, "no." Lack of boundaries for yourself can lead…
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Choosing a medical specialty can be a daunting process for many medical students. Whether driven by genuine passion for the work or influenced by societal stereotypes,…
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There are no perfect patients, and it's crucial to acknowledge that doctors are not perfect either. As humans, we are bound to make mistakes. However, the medical…
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The shift in roles and responsibilities from medical student to resident can be nerve-wracking. Add to the anxiety and stress if you are relocating away from a familiar…