Progress Note
Medical
Join us, Riley Baker and Jack Wolf, throughout our medical school journey. We came into medical school with many questions. Knowing many of us are in the same boat, our goal is to use our experience to help you succeed in school and beyond - we made the mistakes so that you don’t have to. Whether you are here for advice, entertainment, or a general interest in medicine, we hope you enjoy our rambling. PSA: This podcast is for advice and entertainment purposes. All views are our own and do not reflect any organizations or institutions. Artwork: Shanni Zhou Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
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United States
Description:
Join us, Riley Baker and Jack Wolf, throughout our medical school journey. We came into medical school with many questions. Knowing many of us are in the same boat, our goal is to use our experience to help you succeed in school and beyond - we made the mistakes so that you don’t have to. Whether you are here for advice, entertainment, or a general interest in medicine, we hope you enjoy our rambling. PSA: This podcast is for advice and entertainment purposes. All views are our own and do not reflect any organizations or institutions. Artwork: Shanni Zhou Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Language:
English
Website:
https://anchor.fm/riley-baker23
Episodes
Progress Note: Ob/Gyn
4/1/2024
Join the gents as they chat about their recent Ob/Gyn rotation. They go through everything from reading FHTs to delivering babies themselves. Let us know your thoughts! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:43:10
Progress Note: Family Medicine Rotation
3/21/2024
Family Medicine, Fam Med, FMmmm! I don’t know about that third one, but we talk about the superb and essential field of Family Medicine. We’ve seen it all during this rotation, and that speaks volumes to the scope of Family Medicine practice! From dermatological issues to gynecological visits, Family Medicine doctors are trained for it. We discuss day to day structure, the NBME exam, and get side tracked along the way! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:38:18
Progress Note: Surgery Rotation
3/8/2024
Checking in after their surgery rotation, the guys go through a few stories, pieces of advice, and thoughts on how to succeed. Let us know your thoughts! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:42:23
Re-Writing Healthcare: Following Up with Dr. Jason Ryan
3/2/2024
Cardiologist, professor, entrepreneur, and now officially a published author. We are so grateful to be joined again by Dr. Jason Ryan, founder of Boards and Beyond. So much has happened since the last time we talked. Today, we discuss selling Boards and Beyond, traveling the world for conferences, expanding to new regions, and, of course, his process in publishing his new book "The Gunner," found here: https://www.amazon.com/Gunner-Jason-Ryan/dp/1950109313. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.
Contact: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu
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Duration:01:14:11
Progress Note: Psychiatry Rotation
2/27/2024
In depth review of psychiatry, both inpatient and out. This is a sobering episode which focuses on what to expect when working on a psych unit. Please don’t mind the short description - we are tired from rotations :/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:36:29
Progress Note: PA School v Med School
2/15/2024
Get your notepad ready, this one is jam packed with all things Physician Associate-ness. Our best friend Chris (PA) talks about his journey through PA school and into the working world. He talks about gathering clinical hours, his training from Yale, and hitting the ground running in Emergency Medicine - he has so many good tidbits to share! As always, hit us up in the comments for questions, concerns, and feedback. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:59:59
Progress Note: Friends of the Podcast with Kyanna and Harrison
2/10/2024
Welcome to a true inside look at what our friend group is like. Medical school is tough but finding the right people makes it bearable. Harrison and Kyanna have been two of our best friends since day one, so today is all about discussing our journey. This episode gives everyone a good idea of what our true lives look like while in school. Wish us good luck Charlie. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:37:33
Progress Note: From Heart Surgery Patient to Prospective Medical Student - Future Space Doctor Josh
2/3/2024
Medicine is not rocket science, but if it was Josh could still do it… because he’s an AEROSPACE ENGINEER! Join our conversation with Josh as we cover his atypical journey into medicine, and what it’s like to go through the application process right now. We hear from his amazing perspective as a patient, and what it means to receive excellent medical care. This one is special. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:01:12:29
Progress Note: From Heart Surgery Patient to Prospective Medical Student - Future Space Doctor Josh
2/3/2024
Medicine is not rocket science, but if it was Josh could still do it… because he’s an AEROSPACE ENGINEER! Join our conversation with Josh as we cover his atypical journey into medicine, and what it’s like to go through the application process right now. We hear from his amazing perspective as a patient, and what it means to receive excellent medical care. This one is special. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:01:12:29
Progress Note: Preparing for Clerkship Exams and Test Day
1/26/2024
Riley and Jack tackle preparation for clerkship exams! This advice certainly applies to anyone studying for an exam while working and trying to keep up with life! We talk study materials, types of exams, and test day preparation. We love comments, questions, and concerns - please keep ‘em coming. As always, thank you for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:33:51
Progress Note: Maintaining Your Well Being as a Working Professional
1/22/2024
Riley and Jack riff about their weeks on their surgery and psychiatry rotations, respectively. Eventually, they meander to the point of the episode: tips for wellbeing and self-care whilst working through demanding schedules. These tips apply to anyone with a busy day-to-day, not just medicine! Thank you everyone for listening. Please leave comments, questions, and ideas for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:41:34
Progress Note: Gap Years Before Medical School
1/11/2024
We love all the feedback and questions we get from you guys. So far, this has been one of our most asked questions: should I take a gap year before medical school? Since Jack took a gap year and Riley didn’t, we feel primed and ready to help answer this question. As always, stay until the end for this weeks code word! rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:26:54
Progress Note: New Years Riff
1/4/2024
If you are here for the serious medical content, this episode probably won’t interest you much. Jack and Riley shoot the breeze and talk about all things going on recently including New Years stories, highs/lows of the week, and more. Let us know if you are interested in more of this type of content. Back to the serious interviews soon, we promise. rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:35:20
Progress Note: End of the Year Reflection
12/30/2023
In this episode, Jack and Riley reflect not only on this year, but their time in Boston, their research, and their med school path so far. There are a couple of important shoutouts we wanted to make and something at the end that’ll give you will a chance at a shoutout next episode! Contact Email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:30:09
Progress Note: Heart Transplants and Other Cool Things We’ve Done
12/15/2023
This episode focuses on some of the most interesting experiences that Riley and Jack have had during their time in school. Riley helped with a heart transplant, Jack saved a life on his plane from Miami, and much more. Contact email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riley-baker23/support
Duration:00:38:30
Focus on PoCUS: Life Saving Stories from the ED and How Ultrasound is Changing Medicine
11/29/2023
For all crazy medical story enthusiasts, listen up. This episode is everything you've wanted to hear about real, life-saving stories that have come at the hands of Ultrasound. Today, we are joined by a pioneer of this unique imaging technique, Dr. Meghan Herbst. We discuss the lifestyle of emergency medicine, the importance/versatility of Ultrasound, and some incredible anecdotes that show just how life-changing this field is.
Contact Email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu
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Duration:01:12:16
Progress Note: Getting a Research Position
11/17/2023
Getting a research position can be stressful. There always seems to be pressure of competition and a deadline to get publications, especially if you are interested in the more selective specialties. Riley and Jack had those exact feelings, just without any guidance.
In this episode of Progress Note, they sit down to discuss the 5 best pieces of advice that will help you score a research position in medical school or during undergrad. As two students who were fortunate to work in a Harvard Medical School - Mass General Hospital affiliate lab, we have a ton of advice to offer!
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Duration:00:23:07
Progress Note: Crushing Your Medical School Interviews
11/10/2023
In this installment of Progress Note, Riley and Jack cover the most important points for tackling interview day. Luckily for you, Riley has insider experience as a student interviewer at UConn! We talk about everything you need to know in preparation, during, and following your interviews. With these key tips, you'll be sure to crush any medical school interview!
As always, please follow-up with any questions or feedback for us regarding the episode. And let us know how your medical school interviews go!
Contact email: rbaker12@mgh.harvard.edu
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Duration:00:27:14
Reshaping Education: McGraw Hill executive editor Dr. Chiaramonte on advancing Medical Education
11/3/2023
Join Riley and Jack as they speak with McGraw Hill executive editor Dr. Delia Chiaramonte, MD, MS, trained in Family Medicine and Palliative Care. We briefly discuss the beauty of Palliative Medicine, and its place in all fields of excellent medical care.
Dr. Chiaramonte describes McGraw Hill's exciting vision for the future of medical education, and their evolving resources like Boards & Beyond (which they acquired 12/2022) and First Aid Forward.
Have a listen to this enlightened chat as we med-student-geek-out over new and improved study tools provided by McGraw Hill.
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Duration:00:51:41
Progress Note: Dating in Medical School
10/19/2023
Everyone knows the rigors of this career, and other online sources can scare you with the high rates of breakups that occur. Having done it successfully, Riley and Jack discuss their experiences maintaining a long-distance relationship throughout medical school. With this advice and a little bit of dedication, having a relationship that survives medical school is 100% possible.
Contact email:
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Duration:00:28:33