CODE MAIZE: A Podcast for Future Wolverines in Healthcare

In today's episode, Julie interviews Dr. Rajesh Mangrulkar and Nancy Kuemin for our students to learn about why interprofessional education is so important within health care. In part one, you will hear stories about healing and how approaching healthcare from interpforessional education enriches the healthcare experience. Dr. Raj Mangrulkar reminds students to be constantly curious so they can learn about, from. and with other health professionals.

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Join us for a conversation with M1 student Krupa Patel of Michigan Medicine. In this conversation Krupa and Gerald explore the beginnings of Krupa’s interest in Medicine and how intentional decision making led her to discovering her passion in medicine. Krupa talks in great detail about the importance and intersectionality of community involvement which has resulted in the birth of the Lunar Doula Collective with her colleagues as pre-med students at Michigan. Learn more about how Krupa discovered her why and used that why to create meaningful experiences outside the classroom.

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In this episode of Code Maize we focus on the nursing profession. Our guest host, Rachel Patterson, delves into the dynamic and essential role that nurses play in healthcare. The discussion covers various aspects, including the challenges and rewards of nursing, and the evolving nature of the profession.  Featured guest, April Bigalow is a professor at U of M School of Nursing and is an experienced nurse. She shares personal anecdotes and insights, shedding light on the multifaceted world of nursing. We provide listeners with a deeper appreciation for the dedication and compassion that define the nursing profession.

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There are many paths to medical school. Sometimes, students decide to pursue a career in medicine during their senior year or after graduating from college, not realizing until they’ve had other life experiences they would like to become a physician. Join us in this episode for a discussion with guests Matt Wishart, Steven Pejuan, Nathan Fox, and Beth Kranyak from the UM MEDPREP Program which is a Post-Bacc program specialized for career changers. Learn more about post-baccs for career changers and if the MEDPREP program is the right track for you! Resources

Join us for a conversation with Dawn Dewar a Career Advisor in the department of Academic and Career Advising office at Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. We explore the complex understanding of career advising and how incoming students can take advantage of career advising resources. This will help shape their experiences with extracurriculars and professional development towards their ultimate career goals. Resources

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Juanita Tookes an Academic Advisor in the department of Academic and Career Advising office at Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. We discuss how students can effectively transition from undergraduate to medical school. Highlighting resources and optimizing the academic advising wealth of knowledge to shape their experiences to their goals. Resources

Join us for a conversation  with Lucy, a fourth year medical student at Michigan Medicine about being LGBTQIA+ and expressing your identity in your application. Lucy talks in more detail about how OutMD fosters community and promotes inclusivity within healthcare. Lucy also expands upon how she expressed her identity as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community in her application as well as how she made the decision to pick a medical program that supports her beliefs and identity system.

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Join us on this podcast episode for a very special conversation with Dr. Robert Ernst, Chief Health Officer, Associate Vice President for Health and Wellness in Student Life, and Executive Director of University Health Services at the University of Michigan, who led our campus community through the pandemic. Hear about Dr. Ernst’s own journey to becoming a physician as a first generation college student and listen as he shares his perspective on the nature of medical education today. You will want to tune in for this episode!

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WELCOME NEW STUDENTS! The Newnan Advising Center Pre-Health team - Jen Oza Grysko, Gerald Murphy, Julie Nelson, and Maria Raab, welcome first-year pre-health students to the University of Michigan. Learn about the range of pre-health advising services and support available to you and how pre-health advisors can get you started on your pre-health journey.

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Dr. Amy Yorke is an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at the University of Michigan-Flint. In today's episode, you will learn more about what physical therapists do and and how to help prepare yourself for applying to physical therapy programs. Dr. Yorke shares great advice for our pre-heath students and how to embrace this pre-health process.

For this episode, we had the pleasure to hear from two current M1 students at the University of Michigan Medical School. Devak Nanua and Piroz Bahar share their pathways to medicine as well as the importance of creating bonds with faculty and fellow students as a meaningful part of defining success as an M1 student. Thank you Rachel, a pre-health advisor form Biomedical Engineering, to hosting and introducing our guests to our Code Maize listeners.

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Covering the cost of a professional health graduate program in medicine, dentistry, and other health programs is a major concern for many students. In this episode, Krissy Bhaumik, Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid at UM, offers advice on how to finance your graduate education, identify scholarships you may qualify for, create a personal budget, and understand various ways to repay your debt once you graduate. Planning now will help you demystify ways to afford graduate education and promote your financial wellness. 

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Wellness on the road to a medical or healthcare career is a lifelong journey. Joy Pehlke, Student Engagement and Academic Partnerships Assistant Director and Health Service Education and Adjunct Lecturer in Curriculum Support, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, joins us from Wolverine Wellness to share her expertise and suggestions on managing stress, embracing experiences, and developing a personal wellness plan

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Join us in learning more about the University of Michigan's Medical Science Training Program (MSTP) with special guest Enze Xing. Enze is a University of Michigan alum and is currently a 6th year MSTP student. Students will hear about how to prepare for a career as a physician scientist, explore the role research plays in clinical practice, and discuss opportunities for MSTP and research for students who come from historically underrepresented groups.

Pre-Health students may experience imposter phenomenon when pursuing health careers. Students sometimes feel incompetent or self-critical or may develop chronic self-doubt. Dr. Christine Asidao, Associate Director of Community Engagement and Outreach at the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) discusses what Imposter Phenomenon is, why it occurs, and where to find guidance and support resources. Dr. Asidao reminds all of us to be mindful and kinder to one’s self and also to remember you are not alone. If you are struggling with anything mentioned in today’s episode, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your advisor, CAPS, and any other listed resources.

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Do you sometimes wonder if there are really lucrative, meaningful, and diversity-rich careers out there in health care? Please tune in and listen to Dr. Michael Boehnke and Steven Salerno, PhD Candidate in the Biostatistics department as they review the major and the wonderful mentors and career opportunities available for you. Learn about the Biostatistics major and hear a great discussion from a senior faculty member and a current UM PhD Candidate on the value of a math education, seeking out and finding great mentors, and letting your own experience guide you to the kind of life and career you dream of having some day. This episode gives you a lot to reflect on and cool options to consider.

In this episode, Chelsea Moore, Assistant Director in the University Career Center (UCC), shares programs and resources offered by her department which can help you explore health careers. Learn how you can make the best fit in a health career and find health-related opportunities to gain experience in your field just by scheduling an appointment in the University Career Center.

In this week’s podcast, Dr. Trevor Kilgore (Student Affairs Engagement Coordinator and Academic Advisor in the School of Kinesiology) discusses the value of pacing yourself as a pre-health student. Learn how to evolve over time and using your first year of college to become well-rounded and explore opportunities. Where do you fit on the pre-health journey? Listen as Dr. Kilgore encourages you to research health careers and develop relationships to discover your true path.

In this podcast, Stephanie Chervin from the LSA Honors Program and Living-Learning Community talks about living your authentic life as a key ingredient to fulfillment on the pre-med path. Hear about how you can choose any major as a pre-health student. Listen as Stephanie talks about the importance of pacing yourself, finding a social community to support you, and figuring out the classes or research experiences which celebrate your curiosity and let you be you on the road to becoming a doctor.

In this podcast, Rachel Patterson, Senior Academic Advisor/Counselor from the College of Engineering and Biomedical Engineering, shares her perspective on advising pre-health students. You will learn about the intersection between engineering approaches and medicine and also hear about the innovative way engineers contribute to the health professions. Rachel talks about the College of Engineering motto, Tackling Life Sciences to Benefit Humanity. Discover the importance of telling your story on the pre-health path.

This week on Code Maize, LSA general advisor Mai Ze Vang and pre-health advisor Julie Nelson discuss how you can coordinate advising services for your major and pre-health program of study. In this episode, advisors discuss common challenges and themes raised by pre-health students and offer suggestions on where and how to find advising support. Listen to find out how you can effectively make use of general advising on the road to become a health care professional. 

This week on Code Maize, LSA pre-health advisors Maria Raab and Julie Nelson welcome new students and provide an introduction to pre-health advising resources and services. You can learn how to schedule an advising appointment, find academic resources, and explore advising services on campus. Listen to find out about the pre-health process and how to begin your journey

Welcome U-M community to CODE MAIZE! This podcast is designed for pre-health students and will help guide you during the exploration, preparation, and application phases of your pre-health journey. Code Maize is created by LSA pre-health advisors, Julie Nelson and Maria Raab. Stay tuned for more episodes throughout this semester!