Medscool Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Medscool Podcast
Hey! This is a podcast created by two medical students, Hafsa and Rita. They reveal everything about their journeys through medical school, their experiences and also fun topics. So whether you're a med student or not, tune in for a good time.
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This episode was recorded from the quarantine room, Hafsa (@hafsaslaiman) brought Dennis (@gottabedk) to dissect the topic that has been on everyone's mind and that kept us indoors, all your questions will be answered. Plus they have 2 challenges, who will win? Tune in to find out!
Ever thought of doing a medicine after a phd or just doing research in general? If so this episode is for you. Plus all of us engage in this habit that probably is not the best for your health, stay tuned and for more information text @hafsaslaiman on Instagram.
It’s close to that time of the year, when you’ve made the decision to apply to medical school. Congratulations! ❤️ Suddenly, when it’s time to choose your program of interest, it’s a little weird to understand why there are so many acronyms just to describe the degree you’re choosing. Saint George’s university of London offers a MBBS program. You’ve probably already heard of MD and both lead to you graduating as a doctor, there are however differences in the way the curriculums are given. It may be a little biased because we find it so beneficial, but Rita, Annefa and Yonatan are here to discuss what they enjoy so much about the MBBS. It’s a super chilled out conversation, so grab a drink and shoot us a DM to ask about anything you would like us to clear up better at @themedscool on instagram 😊
We've got an extra special episode cause it's the 29th of February and women and men are all welcome to hear this episode for women's international day. Hafsa (@hafsaslaiman) brings a strong female into the studio to empower women in health-related topics. Why do you need to keep your gynaecologist on speed dial? Plus, did you know you can freeze your eggs? And we return with another reading a doctor's prescription challenge so stay tuned!
What more can you ask for on Valentine's Day? Another episode! Hafsa (@hafsaslaiman) brough Dr. Love to be (@konoha_medic) to speak about broken heart syndrome (believe it or not it actually exists). They also did a palm reading challenge and if you're wondering why you want what you want, we talk about that and attraction and so much more so tune in!
Links: Broken heart syndrome: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17857-broken-heart-syndrome Palm reading challenge (to use on a date): https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/a29623751/how-to-read-palms-beginners/ Why we want who we want: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/201707/why-we-want-who-we-want What happens when your crush walks by: https://www.upworthy.com/find-out-what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-see-someone-you-love-and-more
Have you heard the news lately? Do you live in Australia? Have you seen pictures of the skies? Hafsa (@hafsaslaiman) talks about the health effects of the smoke from the wildfires in the atmosphere. Plus she talks about a habit that many teenagers engage in - vaping and you may need to eat /drink before listening to this episode because you're in for a wild surprise.
New Year new episodes. That's right! Hafsa's (@hafsaslaiman) back with more episodes and George is back to entertain. They talk about tea cause George (@gkeliny) is an unofficial tea expert. Plus, Hafsa broke something, don't worry it's not a heart. Tune in to find out what she broke!
Articles:
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/scans-show-how-hypnosis-a/
https://www.medicaldaily.com/does-hypnosis-work-brain-function-changes-unconscious-parts-mind-only-some-401398
https://thecolorofmypersonality.com/
Are you sitting at home this New Years Eve? Do you have big plans for the big 2020? Whatever option you pick you definitely want to tune in to this episode. Hafsa (@hafsaslaiman) brings George Keliny (@gkeliny) into the studio, how to plan smart goals for 2020. Plus, we want this new hashtag to go viral #newyearwhatsnewwithme - to start 2020 on a positive note.
Some extra reading too:
https://www.smh.com.au/national/the-christmas-holiday-effect--more-fatal-heart-attacks-20161224-gthmvv.html
https://www.safetyblognews.com/holiday-decorating-injuries-on-rise/
Hafsa (@hafsaslaiman) brings on an orchestral conductor to the studio, Christopher Nicolaou (@xristo_nic), he talks to us about studying with music, can it actually boost your brain power? He also talks about his experience with ADHD. Plus, Hafsa tells you how to travel safely this season.
Merry Christmas guys and tune in!
Hafsa will challenge herself to study with music so follow @hafsaslaiman and @themedscool on Instagram to see how that goes.
For more information check out these links:
https://www.sphinxmusic.org/can-classical-music-help-you-study/
https://www.medicaldaily.com/music-lessons-can-enhance-your-childs-learning-ability-well-adulthood-242101
https://www.medicaldaily.com/listening-classical-music-enhances-gene-activity-update-mozart-effect-325680
Let’s talk STDs today, and how to prevent them. Herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, and we’ll have some more on our instagram!
Hafsa's back! She brings Gabriel to the studio, he talks about Aids Awareness and then then they tackle the problem that all of us dealt with after thanksgiving – food comas ... Hafsa tells you what you can do about BO - body odour. Plus, wanna know what it's like to go into the Anatomy lab?
Tune in! And follow @hafsaslaiman and @themedscool on instagram
Food coma links:
https://www.thekitchn.com/what-causes-food-comas-it-s-more-than-just-overeating-243461
https://www.sciencealert.com/health-check-food-comas-or-why-eating-sometimes-makes-you-sleepy
https://www.verywellfit.com/what-is-a-food-coma-4146427
Annefa and Rita discuss The cold and flu ! Does your crush on the cute classmate disappear when they don’t practice proper sneezing hygiene? Like sneezing on your face ? We talk about the differences beteen the cold and flu, and we ask you to send us your pro or anti vaxx stance. Also, did you ever get told that leaving the house with wet hair would make you sick ? Us too ! And we’ve dug a little deeper.
You've asked for it and we have it! An interview with Dr Gleaton, talking about our medical journeys and the dreaded questions about the USMLE. And we answer the scariest question - What do you do if you haven't scored high enough on the USMLE?Dr Gleaton will give you a positive outlook in life that you need, so definitely have a listen. And to make your life easier here's a segment breakdown: 1 - 0:00 University after high school. 2 - 7:22 How to get into medical school and the admission requirements. Plus, Dr Gleaton talks about why she picked Louisiana State University for studies. 3 - 22:17 We talk everything about medical school - and Dr Gleaton gives us some special USMLE tips and tricks 4 - 39:27 The Doctor's Prescription Challenge - so if you haven't heard this before Dr Gleaton writes us a prescription, did we manage to get it right? Have a listen to the question from a listener on Instagram at the end. This is the question that everyone dreads to answer. 5- 45:52 Hafsa talks about her personal experiences and Dr Gleaton tells us how she balances her life. 6 - 49:41 Dr Gleaton talks to us about her post-medical school journey, she was inspirational!
We know your secrets! And we’re spilling all the t̷e̷a̷ coffee! We know why you're running to the bathroom at your coffee place every time you finish your drink. We know because it happens to most of us, and we're here to talk about it. Question time: Has coffee ever made you crash instead of keeping you awake ? We look into that as well as into a few uncommon medical conditions we recently just heard of. Leave us your comments about what you'd like us to discuss in the upcoming episodes !
We interview a classmate about his moustache today! We also talk about why coffee is so addicting. And Rita gets challenged by hafsa and some doctor’s handwriting.
This episode is our pilot with a Halloween twist! We discuss the existence of vampires and then the episode turns less scary when Hafsa discusses her placement. Stay tuned and post your comments to us on @medscool