Admissions Straight Talk

In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, the Assistant Professor and Director of Admissions at the Emory University Physician Assistant Program, Allan Platt,  offers an insightful look into the Emory University’s Physician Assistant Program. He breaks down the program's distinctive curriculum, including its unique approach to anatomy, and shares valuable advice for prospective students. Allan dives into Emory's PA program admissions process, emphasizing the importance of clinical experience, community service, and thoughtful personal narratives. He also explains the blinded Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format and highlights common mistakes applicants should avoid.

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• Emory Physicia Assistant Program
• The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Physician Assistant
• CASPA: Everything You Need to Know about the Experiences Section 
• How to Get Accepted to Physician Assistant (PA) Programs 

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• How To Get Accepted To Duke’s Physician Assistant Program 
• How to Get into Physician Assistant Programs 
• How To Get Accepted To the University of Iowa’s PA Program
• An Inside Look at Yale’s Online PA Program
• How Did This Successful PA Applicant Get Accepted?

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In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Beth Piraino, Associate Dean of Admissions at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (UPSOM), explores the school’s innovative Three Rivers Curriculum, emphasizing small-group learning, early clinical exposure, and the integration of "Streams" (special interest areas) and Threads" (core competencies like leadership and clinical reasoning). Dr. Piraino also discusses the role of secondary essays in evaluating applicants and explores why teamwork, resilience, and cultural awareness are important in the admissions process. She goes on to  highlight a common mistake applicants make in the application process.

Relevant Links:

• University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 
• Are You Ready to Apply Med School Quiz

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• Get Accepted to Washington University School of Medicine
• Deep Dive into Duke Medical: An Interview with Dr. Linton Yee
• Get Accepted to Loyola Stritch Medical School

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In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Linda Abraham interviews Dr. LeeAnna Muzquiz, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM). Dr. Muzquiz, a graduate of UWSOM and a family physician with ties to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, discusses the unique five-state WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho) curriculum, which allows students to complete their foundational training in their home states.

The School of Medicine emphasizes training for rural and underserved communities, offering special programs like TRUST (Targeted Rural and Underserved Scholar Track) and CUSP (Community Urban Scholars Program) aimed at fostering future physicians committed to these populations. Dr. Muzquiz highlights the comprehensive and transparent admissions process at UWSOM, including the importance of personal storytelling in applications and interviews. 

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