The Oath Podcast
No false hope. No cookie-cutter platitudes. Just the truth about what it takes to get into medical school and residency and thrive once you're there.
You're drowning in conflicting advice about what medical schools actually want. You're terrified about whether your MCAT score is good enough, if your clinical experience counts, or if one bad grade has killed your chances. And once you're in? The anxiety doesn't stop. You are navigating Step exams, surviving rotations, and facing the match with your entire future on the line.Hosted by Dr. Jessica Freedman, founder of MedEdits Medical Admissions, The Oath podcast cuts through the noise with brutally honest conversations you won't find on YouTube or admissions webinars. Dr. Freedman sits down with leading faculty, program directors, and practicing physicians who tell you what really happens behind closed committee doors, what actually derails applications, and how to avoid the mistakes that cost people their dream careers.
Whether you're agonizing over what activities to be involved in, second-guessing your school list, or trying to figure out how to stand out in a sea of qualified applicants, you'll get insider knowledge from people who made the decisions and have worked with thousands of applicants just like you.

• 53 min
Am I Ready to Apply to Medical School?
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• 57 min
From Medical School to Residency: Navigating the Match (Part 1 of 2)
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As someone who has spent years at Mount Sinai working on the admissions committee for the medical school and in residency, I've reviewed countless applications and interviewed many aspiring physicians. What sets The Oath podcast apart is its insider perspective on what admissions committees are really looking for. Dr. Freedman cut s through the noise and anxiety that surrounds the application process, offering intelligent, practical, actionable advice that I wish every applicant had access to. Whether you're crafting your personal statement or preparing for interviews, The Oath demystifies the process and empowers applicants to present their authentic best selves. It will become my go-to recommendation for anyone serious about a career in medicine.
Vaishali Patel, M.D.
Having worked in medical education and on admissions committees at three top institutions, Mount Sinai, University of Miami, and Baylor College of Medicine, I've gained a unique perspective on how different programs evaluate candidates. This Oath brilliantly captures the nuances of both medical school admissions and the residency match process. MedEdits understand that there's no one-size-fits-all approach, and they provide strategic guidance that applies across institutions and specialties. From understanding holistic review to navigating the match, they cover it all with depth and clarity. This is essential listening for anyone navigating the competitive landscape of medical training.
Shkelzen Hoxhaj, M.D., MPH, MBA
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