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Off-White CoatMatch Day Madness ft. Mary Bess SkinnerCome join us while we find out where Jordan matches, that is if he does.... We discuss the Match process, what happens next, and the excitement & anxiety of medical school match day. Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.Use co...2023-04-0847 minOff-White CoatResidencies & The Applications Of Earning One ft. Mary Bess SkinnerIn the midst of the application process, Jordan sits down with his girl friend Mary Bess to catch up on the entire process. Jordan is a MS4 getting ready to apply to his dream programs in just a few short weeks. We go over the checklist of what is needed in applying to residencies, including: purchasing your ERAS token, updating your CV, a standout personal statement, how to get those pesky LORs, peppering in quirky details throughout your application, and some top tools to make it all easier. If you're getting ready to apply this year, this is the...2022-09-2440 minOff-White CoatMonkeypox, St. James Scandal, RIP Dom ft. Mary Bess SkinnerIn this episode, we discuss some recent medical topics going on in the world today. What is monkey pox? Are we protected from it? Should we be worried? As for future medical students, be careful whom you choose as your future medical school. St. James has been partaking in illegal shenanigans throughout the years, and their true scores have been brought to the light. We also want to take the time to give our love and support to one of SGU's finest who sadly passed away. Life is precious. Picmonic boosts confidence and gra...2022-06-0637 minOff-White CoatThrough the Cookie ft. Mary Bess SkinnerMary Bess is host, Jordan Abney's, lovely girlfriend of several years. She has no medical experience so we like to bring her on to get a deeper understanding of the medical experience as well as get her view on topics as an outsider. Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist...2022-04-1637 minOff-White CoatSTEP 2 & COVID Updates ft. Mary Bess SkinnerThis week's episode gives you a quick update on where Jordan stands during his dedicated STEP 2 period and how it's going for him. There have also been new COVID regulations that we want to briefly mention as well as a funny story Jordan was involved in with one of the doctors he used to work with. Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory r...2022-02-1229 minOff-White CoatSTEP Special ft. Mary Bess SkinnerMary Bess is back for another STEP Special episode. Jordan spills his secrets on what he does in order to not lose his mind during this dedicated funk. As you start to study for these milestone tests, you hit a wall and begin to burnout and almost hate medicine and your career choice. We can relate. We are here to help! Click play now! Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank...2022-02-0524 minOff-White CoatSTEP 2 Struggles ft. Mary Bess SkinnerAnother STEP 2 episode for you all to relate to. The grind to study and prepare for this test is real, and you're not alone. Jordan is not a good standardize test taker and with the heightened pressure of this challenge alone can cause some real stress. Jordan is a couple of hard weeks in his dedicated period and has learned just how annoying small distractions can be, thank you Mary Bess. If you're reading this or listening to this episode during your dedicated period, thank you but, KEEP GRINDING! Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study...2022-01-2933 minOff-White CoatSTEP 2 Preparations ft. Mary Bess SkinnerJordan is in the midst of starting to study for STEP 2. An incredibly difficult medical school milestone test that basically helps determine what type of doctor you can be and where you will be able to practice. Mary Bess joins so I can break down the reasoning behind these milestone tests and how to prepare for them, specifically STEP 2. We discuss inside resources as well as what you can do outside of studying to help prepare you for the marathon. Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase r...2022-01-2248 minOff-White CoatOBGYN "horror" Stories ft. Mary Bess SkinnerMary Bess is back and discusses her worst fears... Jordan's recent OBGYN cases, why humans are the only mammals to give birth with their legs in the air, and how women (specifically mother's) do not get enough credit during the birthing process. Enjoy! Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist...2022-01-151h 06Off-White CoatBurning Out Can Kill ft. Mary Bess SkinnerMary Bess is host, Jordan Abney's, lovely girlfriend of several years. She has no medical experience so we like to bring her on to get a deeper understanding of the medical experience as well as get her view on topics as an outsider. We begin with talking to Jordan about his most recent OBGYN shelf exam and the pet peeves of taking standardize tests at busy testing centers. We then deep dive into the consequences of burning out and how it can effect other co-workers, or worse, patients. Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved t...2022-01-091h 16