In this episode of The MedMentor Podcast, first-year medical student Mallory shares practical pre-med pearls she wishes she knew before starting medical school. From mindset and preparation to avoiding common pitfalls, this conversation offers real, honest guidance for aspiring physicians navigating the pre-med journey.

In this episode of The MedMentor Podcast, Dr. Lawyer sits down with Cameron, a second-year DO medical student, for a real, honest conversation about life inside medical school.

Cameron shares what inspired him to pursue a career in medicine, the journey that led him to osteopathic medical school, and why he chose the program he’s currently attending. Together, they pull back the curtain on the realities of being a second-year medical student—what a true “day in the life” looks like, how he balances studying with life outside the classroom, and the lessons he’s learning along the way.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Lawyer and Cameron drop invaluable “nuggets” of wisdom for aspiring physicians, pre-med students, and anyone considering the path to medicine. From mindset shifts to practical advice, this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and mentorship you won’t find in a textbook.

Whether you’re dreaming of medical school, navigating the pre-med journey, or already in training, this episode is packed with perspective, honesty, and guidance to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

✨ If you’ve ever wondered what medical school is really like—and how students get there—this episode is for you.

Welcome to the MedMentor podcast. My name is Tracye Lawyer. I am an orthopedic surgeon. This podcast is different from any other medical podcast. My purpose to do this podcast is to talk to and interview current medical students to hear their thoughts, ideas, desires, struggles, ambition, fears and excitement as they go through medical student. I want to provide a safe and educational forum for pre-medical and medical students to hear other students experiences as they go through medical school. You will be surprised how much we are all alike. And remember, at one point I was a medical student going through similar triumphs and tribulations. So enjoy and I hope this brings up great discussions among your peers but also to know that you are not alone and there is a light at the end of the tunnel.