MMIM Podcast
By Cameran Burt and Akeem Henry
MMIM PodcastDec 28, 2020
What Pre-med Major Should I Choose in College?
In this video Akeem and Cameran discuss helpful strategies on how to choose the right major for premed students. Take the time to listen to their tips as it can help you land the best major for yourself. .
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How to Improve After A Bad Exam
In this video Akeem and Cameran discuss helpful strategies on how to turn around and improve after a bad exam. Take the time to listen to their tips as it can help you improve on future exams during the semester.
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How to Find Pre-Med Summer Programs
Looking for a pre-med program to make your summer productive? Listen to this episode for tips on how to find and get accepted into a pre-med summer program!
Dr. Terrell Jones: Emory Emergency Medicine Resident
Dr. Terrell Jones is a second year Emergency Medicine resident at Emory. He is from Marietta, GA and went on to Florida A&M University. After getting accepted to multiple medical schools he decided to attend Duke University School of Medicine where he got involved in leadership positions, such as serving on the medical school admissions committee. In this episode we talked about advice he has for those applying to medical school, bouncing back from adversity, his experiences as an Emergency Medicine resident, and much more.
Special Episode: MMIMS 2021
The 5th annual Minority Males in Medicine Symposium is happening virtually on Saturday, November 20th 2021 at 10am. Akeem spoke with this year's event co-chairs, Isaiah and Rotimi, about what to expect. Any pre-meds who have not yet signed up can do so at the link below.
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Darin Gilchrist and Tomi Oladunni: Journey Together from College to Current MD/PhD Students
Darin Gilchrist and Oluwatomiwa (Tomi) Oladunni met before the start of college at UMBC (University of Maryland, Baltimore County) and have been friends ever since. Now they are both second year MD/PhD students at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. On this episode Cameran talks to them about how they supported each other during undergrad into medical school through the ups and downs and their advice for those interested in pursuing medicine. Take a listen to this great story of two friends pursuing their dream of becoming physician scientists.
Darin IG: dpxion
Tomi IG: lifewithdeji
Tobi Akande: A Recap of First Year Medical School at EVMS
In episode 9 Tobi Akande, a first year medical student at EVMS (Eastern Virginia Medical School) catches up with Akeem Henry. He discussed some of the wonderful experiences he had during his first year. Moreover, how he navigated and sought out new opportunities and built a strong rapport with his classmates all while starting medical school in a pandemic. Take a listen to Tobi's story.
Dr. Vince Morgan: Orthopaedic Surgery Intern
On this episode Cameran interviews Dr. Vince Morgan, orthopaedic surgery intern at Rush University Medical Center. Vince is born and raised in Chicago and talks about connecting with the South Side community during medical school, his organization focused on increasing diversity in medicine, and his future goals in the field of orthopaedic surgery.
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Darnell Gordon-M4 Matched into Emergency Medicine
On this episode Akeem interviews Darnell Gordon, 4th year medical student at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, who recently matched into Emergency Medicine at The Ohio State University!
Roland Zama: Determination Through Multiple Gap Years
On this episode Akeem and Cameran interview Roland Zama, first-year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Roland is a native of Cameroon, brother of Omega Phi Psi Fraternity Inc., and shared his journey taking multiple gap years before starting medical school.
MD/MBA Student Going Straight into Business Instead of Residency
This month's guest is Najib Jai, MD/MBA student in his final year at the Pritzker School of Medicine and Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago. Najib talks about his path into medical school, why he decided to get a MBA, and his unique post-graduation plans.
4th Year Medical Student Going Into Med-Peds
On this episode Cameran and Akeem talk to Dillon Isaac, fourth-year medical student at University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville. Dillon discusses taking gap years before medical school, health disparities in pediatrics, and his passion for fitness and nutrition.
Reflections of a 4th Year Medical Student on His Journey and Identity
On this episode Akeem and Cameran interview Nile Harris, a fourth year medical student at Emory University School of Medicine. Nile discusses the experiences that got him interested in medicine, how he maintained balance in college, and his unique experiences as a medical student.
IG: @jewelof_thenile
Medical Student Experience in Puerto Rico
Akeem and Cameran interview Rafael Rivera, their good friend and 4th year medical student from Puerto Rico. Rafael discusses topics such as his journey into medicine, balancing his time as a high school basketball coach during medical school, and healthcare disparities that are present in Puerto Rico.
Pre-Med Challenges to SNMA President
In this episode Cameran interviews Ash Fonjungo, second year medical student and President of the SNMA chapter at the University of Maryland, School of Medicine. Ash discusses setbacks he faced as a pre-medical student and his leadership during the racial unrest of 2020.
About the MMIM Podcast
A little bit about Cameran and Akeem and why they started the MMIM Podcast!