In today’s interview, medical student Tarun Ravilla shares insights about his pre-medical journey and his current path as a medical student. He offers interesting perspectives about gap years and the emphasis of clinical work, such as EMS, in undergrad. His journey highlights the importance of exploring different opportunities, building hands-on experience, and finding a path that feels both personally and professionally meaningful. Be sure to tune in for meaningful, up-to-date advice on the pre-medical journey!

Join us for an exciting conversation with Dr. Judy Baumhauer! In today’s episode, she shares her insights into orthopedic surgery, emphasizing the field's rigor and evolution. She delves into her experience working in a highly male-dominated field and the lessons she wishes to share with aspiring medical professionals about the career. Be sure to listen to this episode for valuable advice about the world of Orthopedic Surgery!

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Katherine Riera! In today’s episode, she shares her insights on trauma surgery and emergency medicine, reflecting on the intensity of working in trauma care, the growing role of AI in modern medicine, and her experience as a podcast co-host. Don’t miss this inspiring discussion and unique perspective on the future of medicine—tune in today!

In today’s interview, Dr. Sandy Wang shared her journey as a Family Medicine physician practicing in urgent care, emphasizing the versatility and fast-paced nature of the field. She discussed how Family Medicine requires physicians to manage a wide range of conditions while quickly triaging patients and making critical decisions. Dr. Wang also reflected on the key skills she relies on in urgent care and offered thoughtful advice for aspiring physicians navigating a career in medicine. Be sure to listen to this episode for valuable insights and an inside look into the world of Family Medicine!

In today’s interview, Dr. Anne Brayer shared her journey to becoming a Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician, highlighting the unique aspects of caring for children and the importance of supporting both patients and their families. She also offered valuable advice for teens interested in exploring careers in medicine. Reflecting on her experiences, Dr. Brayer explained how her work has taught her not only about healthcare, but also about life beyond medicine. Be sure to tune into today’s podcast for an inspiring look into a fascinating field of medicine!

In today’s interview, Dr. Saie Joshi reflected on her journey to becoming an Emergency Medicine physician, her work as a social media influencer, and the guidance she offers to aspiring doctors. She also spoke about how she came to realize that Emergency Medicine was the right fit for her and how the broader social climate has shaped the content she shares with her wide online audience. She notes how she strives to be realistic about her medical career online and highlights her efforts to advocate for greater diversity within the field of medicine. Today’s interview was extremely riveting and insightful – be sure to give it a listen!

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stephen Mohney, an Emergency Physician at Strong Memorial Hospital and the Director of the University of Rochester's REMS BS/MD program, to learn more.

Dr. Mohney shares his journey, from exploring his mother's medical journals as a kid, to working in an ED at 19, to almost choosing orthopedics as a specialty, before realizing the ER was where he truly belonged. He discusses the friendship that defines emergency medicine, the structural challenges that contribute to burnout, and why the cases that linger with you are rarely the ones you'd expect.

He also reveals what it's like to lead a competitive BS/MD program, what he looks for in applicants, and why early exposure to medicine is important. Whether you're a pre-med student, a future ER doctor, or just curious about a physician’s insights, this episode offers honest, firsthand perspectives and advice.

Welcome to the special year-end episode of Emergency Medicine Memoirs. In this episode, I reflect on the past year of hosting the show and what I’ve been up to during this break. As I step into a new chapter of my life, I’m reflecting on the powerful conversations we’ve had on the podcast, the journey that brought us here, and the exciting new chapter ahead for the show.

I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped make the show possible, from our loyal listeners to our fantastic guests who have shared their stories and expertise.

So please sit back, relax, and join us as we take a trip down memory lane, listen to the journey I’ve been on, and welcome the incoming successes and conversations we’ll hear in this upcoming year and 4th Season of Emergency Medicine Memoirs.