This special episode, introduced by Juliette Lowe and made possible by Colorado Anschutz Pediatric Interest Group, features Dr. Paul Tran, aka @AlimentarySchool on social media. Dr. Tran – or Paul, as he likes to be called – talks to students at his alma mater about how to thrive in the clinical space, get better advice, and study like a clinician. Grab a pen and paper (or your notes app) because there are a lot of things you’ll want to remember from this episode!

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Juliette Lowe

Guests: Paul Tran

Created by Juliette Lowe

In this episode, host Juliette Lowe (MS2 upon release of the episode!) talks to her fellow classmates about their first year in medical school, and how they are feeling about their upcoming clerkships. The crew discuss highs and lows, hopes and dreams, what they would be if they were a medical object, and end with the classic game of “Pokemon, Dinosaur, or Medical Term.” Stick around for future parts to see how we learn and grow over the course of the next year!

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Juliette Lowe

Guests: Anthony Chung, Ben Gossart, Edyth Moldow, Morgan MacKenzie

Intro: Juliette Lowe, Lauren Morris, Isabel Friesner, Ekshika Patel, Joy Huang

Created by Juliette Lowe

In this episode, host Lauren Morris interviews CU alum and former host of In The Vein, Molly Murphy, who is completing her intern year in general surgery at the University of Wisconsin. Molly shares her experience with adjusting to residency, balancing personal well-being, maintaining social connection, and excelling professionally.

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Lauren Morris

Guests: Molly Murphy

Intro: Lauren Morris, Ekshika Patel, Isabel Friesner, Juliette Lowe

Created by Lauren Morris

In this episode, host Lauren Morris interviews CU Medical Student Council members David Chen and River Evans. We discuss how MSC can provide an avenue for leadership opportunities, community involvement, and professional development as student physicians.

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Lauren Morris

Guests: David Chen, River Evans

Created by Lauren Morris

Juliette Lowe, MS1, interviews Tyler Coyle, Assistant Dean of Admissions at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine. Dr. Coyle describes CU’s admissions process and holistic review, emphasizing healthcare exposure, leadership, scholarship, and curiosity. He also debunks myths about needing a 510+ or being “cooked” if you don’t have your interview by Thanksgiving. Dr. Coyle dives into standards for students with and without gap years, and what makes a meaningful experience. The conversation highlights CU’s collaborative environment, normalization of first-year struggles, and appreciation for resilience and growth mindset in the application process.

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Juliette Lowe

Guests: Tyler Coyle

Intro: Juliette Lowe, Lauren Morris, Ekshika Patel, Isabel Friesner

Created by Juliette Lowe

In this episode, host Lauren Morris interviews Dr. Kimberly Warner, a Denver OB/GYN, Colorado Permanente Medical Group’s Government Relations Chair, and former Colorado Medical Society President. Dr. Warner shares how she came into these roles and the many forms advocacy can take for physicians and medical students. She discusses her advocacy efforts in these leadership roles and illustrates the power of good communication and resilience in medical policy making.

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Lauren Morris

Guests: Kimberly Warner

Created by Lauren Morris

In this episode, Ekshika interviews her longitudinal psychiatry preceptor, Dr. Ashley Curry. They chat about how Dr. Curry chose between surgery and psychiatry, what she does at Access Transform Outreach Program (ATOP), and skills to navigate difficult conversations and facilitate true connection with patients in a severe substance use disorder clinic (or anybody in your life)! 

If you’re interested in learning more about motivational interviewing, please find the book discussed in the episode as well as the podcast episode linked below:

Book Title: Motivational Interviewing: Helping People Change by Stephen Rollnick, William R. Miller

Podcast Episode: https://www.psychiatrypodcast.com/psychiatry-psychotherapy-podcast/episode-199-motivational-interviewing-with-william-miller

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Ekshika Patel

Guests: Ashley Curry

Intro: Ekshika Patel, Lauren Morris, Isabel Friesner

The first episode of “The Inside ‘Scope’” segment since the graduation of its dear founder, Molly! In this episode, host Lauren Morris interviews MS4s Ariyani (5:21) and Kevin (18:32) about their Step 2 experiences and advice. Listen to their tips on Step 2 resources, making a study plan, and maintaining life balance during dedicated study time.

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Lauren Morris

Guests: Kevin Paik, Ariyani Challapalli

Intro: Lauren Morris, Isabel Friesner, Ekshika Patel, Juliette Lowe

Created by Lauren Morris

Find out more at https://in-the-vein-cusom.pinecast.co

In this episode, host Lauren Morris interviews Dr. Yadira Caraveo, a Colorado pediatrician and former US Congresswoman, about how the intersection of medicine and politics can drive advocacy and impact communities. Dr. Caraveo emphasizes the influence of physician voices in policy reform and the need for physician involvement in health legislation.

In this segment called The Power of Physician Voices, I hope to foster discussion and spark ideas about what physicians, from students to residents to attendings, can and do accomplish through leadership and advocacy.

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Lauren Morris

Guests: Yadira Caraveo

Created by Lauren Morris

Find out more at https://in-the-vein-cusom.pinecast.co

Join the students of the University of Colorado School of Medicine on "In the Vein" as they share candid conversations about their journeys into medicine. In this episode, host Juliette Lowe and MS1 classmates discuss the pros and cons of taking gap years, navigating imposter syndrome, and the unique paths that led them to medical school. Whether you’re considering a career in medicine or just curious about the real stories behind future doctors, this episode offers honest insights, personal reflections, and a sense of community for listeners at every stage. Tune in for advice, laughter, and a behind-the-scenes look at life in med school!

Credits:

In The Vein Host: Juliette Lowe

Guests: Ryan Luxon, Morgan MacKenzie, Macon Fessenden, Raj Rathnam

Created by Juliette Lowe

Find out more at https://in-the-vein-cusom.pinecast.co