Best Predent Podcasts (2025)

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26. Student Loans R Us 24:20

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Student. Loans. Two words that can send shivers down your spine and increase your anxiety levels like nothing else. But, have no fear the PDP is here! Dental school is stressful enough and managing student loans shouldn’t be your main concern. Student loans can be a great resource if you know how to use them wisely. In this episode, we give you som…

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97 - Welcome to The UT Tyler School of Medicine! 1:01:19

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UT Tyler SOM is ready for your application! Learn about the newest medical school in Texas during this session and learn what it takes to craft a competitive application to the 21st member institution and first medical school in East Texas! ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing…

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96 - Welcome to The UT RGV School of Podiatric Medicine 1:01:42

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UTRGV SOPM is ready to review your application to podiatry school! Join their admissions team as we learn more about the first school of podiatry in Texas and the 20th member institution in TMDSAS! ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for professional school, and receive infor…

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95 - Veterinary Schools Panel 1:03:01

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The veterinary school admissions officers address your questions about applying to veterinary school. Learn about best practices and what happens behind the scenes when admissions committees review your application. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for professional school,…

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94 - Medical Schools Panel 1:02:29

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The medical school admissions deans address your questions about applying to medical school. Learn about best practices and what happens behind the scenes when admissions committees review your application. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for professional school, and rece…

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93 - Dental Schools Panel 1:02:44

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The dental school admissions deans address your questions about applying to dental school. Learn about best practices and what happens behind the scenes when admissions committees review your application. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for professional school, and receiv…

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25. Dental Admissions Purgatory 42:10

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Dental Admissions Purgatory? Whaaaaaaat? That seems scary... We have all studied for a big test, taken the test, and then waited two weeks before we get our grades back. This can be one of the worst feelings ever because, even though you prepared and were ready, you still start to doubt yourself. This is exactly how waiting for that admissions deci…

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92 - Medical Acceptances, Pre-Match Offers, and Ranking 51:29

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Here's what to expect when medical acceptance offers go out starting October 15. We'll also go over what Pre-Match offers are, the ranking, and Match and what this means for Texas resident and non-Texas resident medical applicants. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for prof…

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91 - TMDSAS Office Hours AMA with Applicant Liaison Breanna 57:22

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Have you ever wanted to ask your applicant liaison about your coursework, or PCR? Residency, or curious about the application processing? In this session, you will get to ask our Applicant Liaison, Breanna anything you would like to know about your application. Breanna will also share some insights that applicant liaisons would love for you to know…

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90 - TMDSAS Office Hours: Keeping Up With Your Application 27:11

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In this Office Hour session, we will have a short tutorial on how and where to keep up with your application, your supporting document statuses, and TMDSAS processing times. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for professional school, and receive information directly from TMD…

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89 - TMDSAS Office Hours with JAMP 38:16

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TMDSAS Office Hours Q&A with Dr. Joel Robles, the Associate Director for the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP). We ask Dr. Robles questions about JAMP and learn how to prepare and apply to this unique program. To familiarize yourself with the program, you can visit https://www.texasjamp.org/ ---------- Join our online communities to receive ea…

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88 - Engineering the Future of Healthcare with Texas Tech HSC SOM 43:09

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There is no greater engineering challenge than to improve human health. You may have heard the saying: "If you want to go fast, go alone but if you want to go far, go together." Together the integration of Medicine and Engineering can take healthcare farther. Join Dr. Felix Morales from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Med…

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24. Summer (Boot)Camp 34:50

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WELCOME TO SEASON 3!!! Yes, we've been gone for a minute. Listen to this episode to find out what we were up to all summer, including Marco's trip to Direct Commission Course.

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87 - Your Questions about Entering Coursework into the TMDSAS Application with the TMDSAS Support Team 45:02

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Questions about entering coursework into the application have been among the most commonly asked this cycle. Join the TMDSAS Communications Specialist, Zuleima Melendez, as she breaks down the process and helps you finish this section of the application. Links referenced: TMDSAS Application Handbook: https://www.tmdsas.com/PLAN/references/applicati…

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86 - Funding your Health Education with the Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program 51:25

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PO Ryan Evans shares how the Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program lifts the financial hurdle from so many students interested in pursuing the health professions. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask questions about preparing for professional school, and receive information directly from …

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23. Takin Names, Gettin Vaxxed 33:58

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HI WE'RE YOUR VIRUSES CLAYTON AND MARCO AND YOU'RE LISTENING TO THE PRE-VIRUS PODCAST!!! We get it, you all have a lot of questions about vaccines. This week we get straight to the facts talking about the COVID-19 vaccine. We answer most common questions, debunk the ~fake news,~ and give you our honest opinions. Give us a listen and get vaxxed!…

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22. Dentures, Dating, and Dental School 41:45

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Ever wondered what it's like to date around in dental school? How about getting engaged, planning a wedding, and being married?! From Hinge and Bumble to the infamous "I Do," Clayton and Marco have you covered on this episode.

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85 - Conquer Your Admissions Test: Courage Session with Kaplan Test Prep 1:10:52

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"Your test prep begins when you take courses that cover topics assessed in the admissions tests." Petros Minasi and Jessica Peterson from Kaplan Test Prep walk us through how the DAT and MCAT create questions using the "languages from your science courses." While the advice to prepare early and being ready for your test are covered, we discuss larg…

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84 - University of Houston College of Medicine is More than Just Another Medical School in Houston - Courage Session 1:00:21

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Dr. Kate Dayton and Dr. Kathryn Horn discuss the inaugural class of University of Houston College of Medicine and share how unique learning communities help customize the journey for their medical students. We dig into their curriculum to understand how UH COM stands on its own among other medical schools. Links referenced: Learning Communities Whi…

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83 - Courage Session: Ask an Advisor 1:02:50

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We're joined by health professions advisors to address your questions about preparing for the application. The "year of COVID" has affected everyone's plans, and pre-health students were not exempt. Clinical experiences were canceled, classes moved online, and timelines shifted. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the …

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82 - Courage Session with Sam Houston State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine 59:30

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Welcomes one of the newest TMDSAS member institutions: the Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine! Learn about what makes SHSU-COM unique with the admissions team. We also discuss their admissions process and how applicants can align their application to the mission of the school. ---------- Join our online communities to rece…

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21. The Guy From Jersey 38:39

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What happens when you take a guy from Jersey and throw him into the middle of New Orleans? Listen to this episode to find out! Our classmate and good friend, Aaron, tells us about his transition to the south, being an out of state dental student, and even does a surprise interview at the end.

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81 - Courage Session with Baylor College of Medicine 1:05:15

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Join us in welcoming Baylor College of Medicine to TMDSAS on their first Courage Session! Admissions dean Dr. Karen Johnson and her team address your questions about the school. Links referenced in the video: TXHES - How to Prepare for Virtual Interviews: https://www.txhes.com/newsroom/articles/20.09-prepare-virtual-interviews.html Baylor College o…

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80 - Courage Session with Dr. Peace Nwegbo-Banks (OB/GYN) 50:22

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Want to know more about what it's like to be an OB/GYN? Join us for a conversation with Dr. Nwegbo-Banks as we learn about her pathway to medicine through Texas JAMP, her experiences in medical school and in residency, and how virtual platforms allow her to reach patients beyond the walls of her clinic. About Dr. Nwegbo-Banks: Peace Nwegbo-Banks, M…

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20. Queen Serena! 33:58

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If there was a title higher than queen we'd give it to her. She's a non-traditional student with a story to tell. Seriously, Serena is our class President, class mom, Registered Dental Hygienist, certified badass, artist, and overall incredible human being. You won't believe her journey to dental school but we're so happy it led her to us.…

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19. Marco Covid-gano 35:19

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Your favorite host of the PDP, Marco Gargano, recently became Marco Covid-gano when he contracted Covid-19! Listen to this episode to find out what it was like, how he balanced school, and what happened next.By The Pre Dental Dudes

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18. Hail To The Chief (Resident) 55:49

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Chief oral surgery resident at University of Buffalo? Too easy. President of the American Student Dental Association? You betcha. Man with the craziest path to residency in history? 100%. He is THE @EgyptianSurgeon, aka Dr. Sohaib Soliman, and we're honored to share his journey with you through this awesome interview.…

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17. A traveling dentist? Tell me more! 24:46

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Our guest today is Dr. Jeffrey Kerst, a man who truly does it all. During his time in dental school he served as District 5 Trustee followed by National Vice-President for the American Student Dental Association. After graduation he worked as a Rover Dentist for a year before settling down in Shreveport, LA. Join us as we talk about his experiences…

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79 - Courage Session with Tour for Diversity in Medicine: Being a Texas Doctor 1:02:32

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Our colleagues at the Tour for Diversity in Medicine join us for a special panel of physians who share their experiences as physicians in Texas during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the #BIPOCinMed series. Our panel includes: Dr. Alden Landry Dr. Minerva Arenas Dr. Brandon Henry Dr. José Cruz About Tour for Diversity in Medicine: Conceived by for…

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78 - Courage Session with Tour for Diversity in Medicine: Applying to Texas Medical Schools 1:06:19

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Our colleagues at the Tour for Diversity in Medicine join us for a special panel of physians who share their experiences in medical school and as pre-med students as part of the #BIPOCinMed series. Our panel includes: Dr. Nathan Lott, Dr. Brandi Kaye, Dr. Janelle Chavez, Dr. Corey Shy, Dr. Love Anani. About Tour for Diversity in Medicine: Conceived…

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77 - EnMed (Engineering & Medicine) at Texas A&M College of Medicine 51:35

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There's no doubt that medical enhancements are happening at a fast pace. With new technologies emerging quickly, tomorrow's doctors need to be well versed in a wider variety of toolsets to merge the practice of medicine with technological advances. Dr. Andrew Robbins explains the EnMed (Engineering & Medicine) program at the Texas A&M College of Me…

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16. Periodontics with Dr. Owens 37:07

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A perio-who?! There are many awesome dental specialties that you may not know much about before coming to dental school and periodontics was one of them for us! Dr. Jessica Owens is one of the amazing periodontists at LSU School of Dentistry and gives some great insight in to the world of perio. She also talks about General Practice Residencies and…

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76 - How to Prepare for Virtual Interviews 36:09

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Interviews for professional school are scary enough - and now they're virtual! Do you know what you need to do to prepare or what to expect? Join us for a live podcast where we discuss the interview day, best practices for interviews, and what the schools are doing to make sure technology doesn't get in the way of your success. ---------- Join our …

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75 - Courage Session with McGovern Medical School 55:59

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Dr. LaTanya Love from the McGovern Medical School shares how changes to the admissions cycle due to COVID-19 should not derail aspiring physicians. We discuss what medical school looks like in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and how applicants can use leverage the application to address unique situations. Links referenced: McGovern Medical S…

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74 - Courage Session with TTUHSC El Paso Foster SOM 1:05:28

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We celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine joining TMDSAS! Dr. Perry shares some excellent insights for applicants curious about attending medical school in El Paso and some exciting news on the horizon as the campus continues to grow and serve the State of Tex…

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15: Mock Interview Dental School Style 1:01:16

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Pre Dental students it is time to get excited because the episode of a lifetime is now here. We know dental school interviews can be tough and intimidating so we decided to do something to help y'all out. That's right. We interviewed ourselves. WHAT?! In this episode we ask each other the most asked questions in dental school interviews, and give y…

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73 - Courage Session with The UT Medical Branch at Galveston 59:57

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UTMB is the oldest medical school in Texas, but there's no indication that it's slowing down. Join us as we learn about the school, some exciting programs for students and interdisciplinary education, as well as what impacts applicants can expect for the admission cycle during the COVID-19 pandemic. ---------- Join our online communities to receive…

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72 - Courage Session with Dell Medical School 57:21

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We meet with the Admissions & JAMP Medical School Coordinator, Ms. Gaby Loredo, to discuss the changes to the admissions cycle at The UT Austin Dell Medical School. Our discussion also includes information on what applicants can expect on the secondary application. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts, ask …

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14: Oral Pathology with Dr. Cordell and Dr. Rosebush 44:03

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Dental school is awesome for many reasons, but one reason is that you are constantly surrounded by people who are so much smarter than you and you have the opportunity to learn from them. On this episode we sit down with two insanely intelligent oral pathologists and learn all about their profession! This episode is great for dental students and pr…

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71 - Courage Session with Texas A&M College of Medicine 1:15:41

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In this Courage Session, Mr. Filo Maldonado joins us from the Texas A&M College of Medicine to discuss how COVID-19 has affected the admissions cycle. We talk about the interview season and what delaying the TMDSAS Match means for applicants.s Recorded live on Facebook on July 2, 2020. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access …

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70 - Adjusting Your Plan in Uncertain Times 59:57

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Enrique and Dr. Beck from the Texas Health Education Service share special considerations for what students can expect as they continue to prepare for professional school amid the COVID-19 pandemic. While many traditional opportunities may not be available as we all work together to flatten the curve, there are plenty of opportunities you can take …

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13: Prosthodontics with Dr. Esquivel 36:17

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Dental students and pre dental students, have you ever wondered what Prosthodontists do? Well fear no more because the one of the best prosthodontists in the world, Dr. Jonathan X. Esquivel, covers everything you need to know. In our first ever interview, Dr. Esquivel talks about his journey, what prosthodontists do on a day to day basis, and gives…

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69 - Courage Session with UT Health School of Dentistry at Houston 1:00:37

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Dr. Ralph Cooley shares the unique benefits students at the UT Health School of Dentistry at Houston have, and how interdisciplinary education thrives in the heart of the largest health complex in Texas. We also explore the changes that have happened this application cycle (and incoming class) in response to COVID-19. Recorded live on Facebook on J…

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68 - Courage Session with University of North Texas HSC - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM) 1:06:52

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Dr. Mike Kennedy joins us to discuss the differences of osteopathic vs. allopathic medicine (but most importantly all the ways they are the same), and we dig into what the changes to this application cycle mean for applicants. Recorded live on Facebook on June 18, 2020. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early access to the podcasts,…

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12: Dental School Interviews 43:05

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Dental school interviews say whaaaaat? Interviews can be very intimidating for pre-detal students but we are here to help! You've made it through undergrad, you've crushed the DAT, you've worked tirelessly on your application, and now you have finally made it to the interview. While it may be nerve racking, we are here to calm your nerves. We discu…

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67 - Courage Session with Texas Tech HSC School of Medicine 1:05:45

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Dr. Felix Morales joins us to discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected healthcare and the admissions process into medical school. We also discuss implications for current and future medical school students as telemedicine becomes more prevalent. Recorded live on Facebook on June 10, 2020. ---------- Join our online communities to receive earl…

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66 - Helping Texans Build a Pathway to Medical School with the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) 1:16:03

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Mr. Paul Hermesmeyer and Dr. Joel Robles discuss the opportunities and services the Joint Admission Medical Program provides its students. Learn about the application process, program benefits, and how JAMP assures you have a spot in one of the participating Texas medical schools. To learn more about JAMP, visit www.texasjamp.org. Recorded live on …

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65 - Courage Session with TTUHSC El Paso Hunt School of Dental Medicine 58:02

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We're excited to welcome the admissions team from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso - Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine to reveal everything that's gone into establishing the first new dental school in Texas in decades. Recorded live on Facebook on May 28, 2020. ---------- Join our online communities to receive early…

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11: Ten Must Knows About D1 Year 31:14

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WELCOME TO SEASON 2!!! To all of our friends who are beginning their dental school journey - congratulations! Whether you are starting dental school or just want to learn more, this is the episode for you. We outline 10 topics that we wish we knew about our first year of dental school and the lessons we've learned along the way. Dental school has b…

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64 - Courage Session with UT Southwestern Medical School 1:02:04

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The admissions team at The UT Southwestern Medical School offers advice on how students can adjust their plan amid COVID-19 impacts to the pre-health experience. With so many activities cancelled or limited, there are still plenty of opportunities to keep moving forward with your preparation. Recorded live on Facebook on June 3, 2020. ---------- Jo…