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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
Occupational Medicine
Valentine's Day
Medicine-Pediatrics
Healthcare Systems
Addiction Medicine
Combined Residencies
Home Improvement
Implicit Bias In Healthcare
Patient Advocacy
Family Medicine
Pet Ownership
Rheumatology
Preventive Medicine
Lobsters

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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Recent Guests

Dr. Nathan Flacker
An attending physician with ChenMed, specializing in geriatrics.
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Episode: They Way Most Docs are Paid Doesn’t Lead to Healthier Patients (Recess Rehash)
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
Brian Carmody
Pediatric nephrologist, blogger, YouTuber, and medical commentator
Episode: Sheriff of Sodium: AI Will Replace Doctors (Reality Check!)
David Sabgir
Founder of Walk With A Doc
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Episode: How a Walk in the Park Sparked a Health Movement, ft. David Sabgir, MD
Dr. Anne-Marie Sommer
World-class geneticist
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Dr. Jim Dahle
Emergency medicine physician, founder of The White Coat Investor, known for financial advice tailored for physicians.
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Jenna Ladd
Accessibility specialist in the medical student counseling center
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Episode: How Med Students Redefine Ability and Success

Hosts

Dave Etler
Host and key contributor, providing insights based on student experiences in medical education and the healthcare system.
Various Co-Hosts
A rotating panel of medical students contributing diverse perspectives on their educational journey and the medical field.

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 States9 months ago
  • Really great

    Good information and funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dhfjrkcsodalsjf
    United Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 engagement with mental health and the importance of community support resonates strongly with the audience.
The show's candidness about the realities of student life is particularly valued by both current and prospective medical students.
Some listeners may wish for more diverse political perspectives within discussions, but generally, the content is well-received.
Listeners enjoy the informative yet humorous take on medical school, appreciating the blend of personal stories and practical guidance.
The lighthearted approach makes the challenges of medical education feel more relatable and manageable.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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 offers a candid exploration of the realities of medical school, featuring discussions led by students from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Episodes tackle a wide array of topics, from the challenges of balancing personal and academic life to the pressures of medical school admissions. Humor and personal anecdotes are prevalent throughout, helping to create an engaging atmosphere that balances serious discussions about healthcare and education with lighthearted banter. The format allows listeners to gain relatable insights into the medical school experience, including the trials and tribulations of student life, the significance of mental health awareness, and the importance of community support.

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1. Dr. Nathan Flacker
2. Marc Pizzimenti
3. Emma Handler
4. Tyler Olson
5. Brian Carmody
6. David Sabgir
7. Dr. Anne-Marie Sommer
8. Dr. Jim Dahle

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