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Medtime StoriesEpisode 38: Top Tips to Pass Finals!Hello there! Welcome back to the episode where we uncover what happened during our exams, how we best prepared in the days before and kept calm during these stressful times. We offer our tips on how we passed finals, so this is surely one not to miss! We cover:Resources to use for MCQ finalsStrategies for MCQsHow best to simulate OSCE exams when preparingProformas for OSCE stationsThanks as always for the support!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram:@medtimestoriespodcast2023-06-1645 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 37: Medical School Finals and Results Day!Hello there!We're back and we've been away for a while! It has been tough with our Medical School finals but it's all over now! In this episode we talk aboutHow finals wentA recap of Ashvin's marathonWhat we've been up to so farWhat preparation for finals was likeWhat results day was like!Thanks as always for the support!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram:@medtimestoriespodcast2023-06-0237 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 36: It's the Final(s) countdown! How to prepare for Finals!Hello there! This week we’re discussing our impending exams, what we have to expect, how we’ve been preparing and how to best prepare for finals. We also discuss Ashvin’s job updates as well as some strike coverage! Please get in touch with your opinions!Email:stories.medtime@gmail.comIG: @medtimestoriespodcast2023-04-1831 min
Medtime StoriesEpiosde 35: Junior Doctor Strikes....Again!Hello there! We're back this week talking about the new upcoming junior doctor strikes! In this episode we discuss:-Our reaction to the strikes-The reaction of the government to the strikes-Media reaction to the strikes-The new strike dates and reasons-Our thoughts and opinionsPlease do get in touch with your own opinions!Email:stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2023-04-0324 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 34: Location, location, location? How to choose jobsHello there! We're back with another episode this week, talking:With the deadline for final year medics to rank the jobs coming up… we’d thought we’d put out an episode talking:-Ashvin’s thoughts on sub-deaneries-The role of sub-deaneries-Consider job lists and order of jobs-Consider location push and pull factors-How far Ashvin has got in his rankingAny questions or comments? Get in touch at:IG: @medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime...2023-03-2729 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 33: Deanery Day Reactions!Hello there! Welcome back to this episode covering deanery day - the day everyone receives the location of where they will be spending their first two years as a doctor. Join us as we discuss our feeling before the release of deaneries as well as afterwards. Let us know where you've ended up!Instagram: @medtimestoriespodcastGmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com2023-03-1107 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 32: Junior Doctor StrikesHello there! welcome back this week to our new episode covering the strikes. Don't know where to start? This podcast has got everything - who, what, why, when... all of your questions will be answered! Anything we've missed? Get in touch and let us know!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comIG: @medtimestoriespodcast2023-03-0629 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 31: SJT ShockHello there!We're back with an emergency episode reacting to the shock release of SJT results yesterday. It certainly caused a big stir nationwide, tune in to hear our thoughts! What do you think? Get in touch!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2023-02-2318 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 30: Deaneries....How do you pick?Hello there! We're back this week after our PSA exams talking about the upcoming deadline of submitting our deanery choices. Every final year medical student needs to rank all the deaneries (areas) in the country where they would like to practise for the upcoming year. In this episode we discuss:-The recent news of the earthquakes, BMA locum rate cards and proposed changes to UKFPO allocation-The process of applying to deaneries-FP/FPP/SFP-What deaneries we have picked-What factors influenced our decision to pick those deaneries2023-02-1351 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 29: Post PSA PonderingHello there! Just a quick episode this week where Ashvin and Tom detail their thoughts a night before the Prescribing Safety Assessment Exam and instantly after. Listen in to hear how each one of them is feeling!IG: @medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com2023-02-0409 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 28: Pass the PSA?Hello there! We're back with another episode this week where we talk about the upcoming Prescribing Skills Assessment exam that final year medics have to take. In this episode we discuss:Structure of the PSA examDo we feel it's necessary?How we are feeling ahead of the exam next weekWhat resources we have been usingPSA support from different universitiesAny worries we may have about the examHow are you feeling if you are taking the exam? Any other tips we may have missed? Any other questions regarding the episode or ideas...2023-01-3033 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 27: Acute Medicine - Review, Tips and TricksHello there! We're back with another episode this week where the tables have turned and it is Ashvin's time to ask Tom about his experiences on his 15 week acute medicine placement block.In this episode we discuss:The ambulance, nursing and junior doctor strikes in the newsTom's best moments on placementsGeneral tips for navigating hospitals and making the most out of placementBalancing bookwork with ward timeHow has it prepared him for FY1Instagram: medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com2023-01-2043 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 26: Ashvin's GP Placement ReviewHello there! Join us today as we discuss the specialty of general practice, which Ashvin has just finished before the Christmas break. Tom interviews him, asking questions about his experience and whether he sees himself here in the future. Listen along for tips to make the most of this rotation!Instagram: medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com 2022-12-3034 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 25: Obs & Gynae Review - Has Ashvin Found His Calling?Hello there! Join us today as we talk through the specialty of obstetrics and gynaecology! Tom conducts an interview of Ashvin’s experience at placement, with tips on making the most out of this unique rotation. We hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!Instagram: medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com 2022-12-2124 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 24: Ashvin's SJT Instant ReactionHello there!Having just completed my SJT exam, I thought of recording my instant reaction to the whole morning, including how I think the exam went! I also included thoughts about how I was feeling the day before the exam. Good luck to those final years with upcoming exams!Instagram: medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com2022-12-1010 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 23: SJT - Worthless or Worthwhile?Hello there! We're back this week with an episode talking about our upcoming SJT exams. In this episode we talk about:-What the SJT is-When our SJTs are-The changes to EPM-How we have been preparing-Do we think it is a good exam?As always, leave a rating and if you have any questions get in touch!IG: @medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com2022-12-0629 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 22: Guess Who's BackHello there! Welcome back to Season 2 of MTS after a long time away and a much needed break. In this episode we just talk through what we've been up to whilst we've been away and what to look forward to as we enter our final year of medicine!Instagram: @medtimestoriespodcastEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.com2022-11-0241 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 21: OSKeys to success - The post-OSCE interviewsHello there! Here is the second part of our OSCE work through, complete with follow-up post OSCE recordings. With tips along the way, we consider what people wish they’d have known before preparing for/ taking their OSCE.Massive thanks to:RubyMaheshZarinDr. MalikEmail: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2022-06-2442 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 20: 'Twas the Night before the OSCE - How do YOU feel?Hello there! Today we're back to think through all the wonderful voice messages people sent us before their exams. Some stressed and some chilled, there will be something from everyone in this episode. Massive thanks to:ChristopherMusaRubyMaheshZarinDr. SmithDr. MalikAll very honest and very much appreciated!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2022-06-0859 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 19: Tom's 4th Year OSCE - Yay, Nay or Meh?Hello there!We're back exam season got in the way. Now that Tom has finished his 4th Year exams, you can expect more regular episodes coming your way. In this episode we discuss :-How it feels to have finally completed 4th Year-Ashvin's half marathon recap and thanking those who donated-Tom's whole OSCE experience in the lead up, day of and after!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.com2022-05-2039 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 18: Riding SoloThe lost files! Somehow managed to recover this file after believing it was lost over 2 weeks or so ago. Short, solo episode this week with Ashvin talking:- His rather passionate opinion on calories on menus- Half marathon updates - Surfing Reddit and the internet for OSCE storiesApologies for the audio quality!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2022-04-2727 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 17: OSCE - Fails, Tales and TipsHello there! We’re back with an episode talking:- How Tom is feeling ahead of his 4th year OSCE- Ashvin’s experience last year with his OSCE- Ashvin messing up on his very first station, but how did that end up being his highest scoring station?- General tips to stay calm- The resources we recommend for preparingIt’s exam season, so good luck to all for their upcoming exams!Email:storie...2022-04-0245 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 16: Deanery day - Should Everyone Be Guaranteed Jobs?Hello there! Today we discuss deanery day that has just passed by, where final year medical students were allocated the regions or 'deaneries' they will be practising in next year. In this episode we discuss:-Our thoughts on deanery day-The existence of a waiting list-The controversy on socials: Should all medical students be guaranteed jobs? Or are we simply just being presumptuous?Let us know!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.com2022-03-2428 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 15: Final Years - One Last Hurrah!Hi here! Join us as we contemplate the final weeks of medschool for many of our colleagues. Another in our new review series, today tackling the play directed and produced by our peers. Plus, a secret surprise on why we’ve been away this week!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.com2022-03-1430 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 14: Medball 2022 - An Honest ReviewHello there! Today we disucss our 100% honest thoughts on our Medball experience this year including the venue, the price, the food and some overall thoughts.How does this compare to any of your events? We're very interested to know so do get in touch!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2022-02-2435 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 13: How Far Should You Go?Hello there! Today we explore the different career options away from mainstream medicine and consider the factors that both push people away from medicine and pull them towards another career. From management consultancy to pure research, what are the other options colleague may move towards?Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2022-02-1838 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 12: 2022 - On to Bigger and BetterHello there!We’re back after the festive period with a short episode revealing our personal goals and plans for the podcast. Join us as we discuss what we've been up to over the past month and what to look forward to this year!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcast2022-02-0728 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 11: Exam Rituals - Calming or Confusing?Hello there!We’re back over the festive period to lift all of your spirits by talking about exams, specifically our weird pre-exam superstitions. Join us as we discuss how best we deal with the day of exams and post-exam anxiety. Tom shares his strangest pre-exam rituals, whilst Ashvin offers his advice.Merry Christmas!2021-12-2334 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 10: Last Christmas, I gave you my...COVIDHello there! Join us today where we discuss the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future. We also share our opinions on the recent scandals including the Downing Street Christmas party at a time when the whole of UK was in lockdown.From reminiscing about Christmas gone by to our hopes for this year, we also share our exam tips at a time when many have these just after the holidays!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-12-0949 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 9: Websites or Books? Do you know where to look?Hello there! We are back with another episode, this time covering our favourite resources at medical school. Whether a pre-clinical, clinical or intercalating student, listen in for our favourites from five years at medical school, as well as what to avoid!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-11-2929 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 8: Competition at Medschool - When is it Too Much?Hello there! Today we discuss whether competition before, during and after medschool as well as talk about our own competitiveness. We consider whether you need to be competitive to be succesful or does it create a toxic culture?Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-11-1647 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 7: MMI Interviews - fail to prepare and prepare to fail?Hello there! Today we discuss our best and worst med school interview stories, specifically the Multiple Mini Interviews. Listen in and chuckle to our mess ups, with tips to acing the interview along the way, as well as how Tom was locked in his room over the weekend.Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-11-0156 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 6: Clinical skills - catheters, cannulas and cardiac investigationsHello there! Today we address the topic of clinical skills. Join us to hear about our firsts, fails and top tips for your clinical skills along the way.Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-10-2043 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 5: World Mental Health DayHello there! We’re back with a different kind of episode today. With World Mental Health day approaching on Sunday 10th October, we felt it appropriate to highlight an important area, often stigmatised and neglected. We discuss our own mental health journeys along with the range of resources available to aid mental well-being.https://www.mind.org.uk/https://www.mhm.org.uk/https://hubofhope.co.uk/Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-10-0926 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 4: Patients - a science or an art?Hello there! We return in a veil of fresher's flu to discuss all thing patients. From the ones who made us laugh to the ones who made us proud and the ones that will stay with us forever.Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-10-0652 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 3: Intercalation - New beginnings and nostalgiaHello there! Today we’re back discussing intercalation and what it means to people who are non-medical. We consider Tom’s intercalation whilst Ashvin searches for tips and advice for his upcoming year in Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences.Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-09-2947 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 2: 5 things we wish we knew before starting Medical SchoolHello there! We're back with another episode reflecting on our first year as medical students. We know starting medical school can be nerve-racking and so we discussed 5 things we wish we knew before getting started! Thanks for listening.Samaritans: 116 123Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-09-1149 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 1: Saying hello + reflecting on remote learningHello there! This is the first episode and so we thought it would be a good idea with a little introduction to ourselves, including why we wanted to study medicine, our overall thoughts of our journey so far and reflecting on remote learning during the pandemic!Email: stories.medtime@gmail.comInstagram: @medtimestoriespodcastTwitter: @medtimestories2021-08-3137 min
Medtime StoriesEpisode 0: Introducing Medtime StoriesIntroducing Medtime Stories! Welcome to a light hearted podcast that aims to share tips and tricks for both current and prospective medical students. Hosted by medical students Tom Thorne and Ashvin Sharma2021-08-1401 min