Welcome to Episode 2 of The Medicine Cabinet! In this episode, your host Misha interviews Jenna. Jenna shares her inspiring journey from scoring a 498 on the MCAT to achieving an impressive 515.

Misha and Jenna delve into the importance of taking gap years and the benefits they offer when applying to medical school. They discuss the value of gaining life experiences, developing new skills, and pursuing non-traditional paths before embarking on the rigorous medical school journey.

The discussion also touches on the toxic pre-med culture prevalent in academia and the impact it can have on aspiring medical students. Jenna shares her experiences of dealing with the pressure and competition in the pre-med community and offers insights on how to navigate this environment.

This episode is filled with valuable insights and advice for anyone aspiring to become a doctor. Tune in to The Medicine Cabinet to learn more about the medical school application process and how to overcome the obstacles that come with it.

If you enjoy this episode, leave us a 5-star review! You can follow the medicine cabinet on Instagram @medicinecabinetpodcast. You can connect with our hosts, Misha and Jenna, on IG @mishadilma & @becomingdrschaefer.