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While Ryan of the BackyardBoys has a deep passion for video production, his career interest is actually focused around medicine. Ryan currently studies at Augsburg University in Minnesota with the...
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While Ryan of the BackyardBoys has a deep passion for video production, his career interest is actually focused around medicine. Ryan currently studies at Augsburg University in Minnesota with the hopes of obtaining his Master's In Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) by September of 2024. While on his own non-traditional pre-health journey, Ryan developed a passion for helping pre-health students discover which medical careers are available to them as well as provide them with the resources they need to succeed within the career they have chosen all while tackling the mental health crisis that exists within the pre-health world. Now, with the support of the BackyardBoys as well as through a partnership with the University of Minnesota Emergency Medical Services (UMEMS) and co-hosts Kaydi and Katherine, Ryan is creating a platform of support for the pre-health community through the Vitally Stable Podcast. So, if you are considering a career in MD, DO, PA, Nursing, Public Health, or any of the other amazing medical careers, give Vitally Stable a listen today. Then, let your brain relax with some great content on the BackyardBoys YouTube channel!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKMjWf5RHvZqfTG27vkkGQ
If you are considering a career as a Physician Assistant specifically and would value from a Pre-PA mentorship group directly led by Ryan, then reach out to ryan@vitallystable.com to see if you can become a member of The PAck today!
The hosts of Vitally Stable are proud collaborators with Pre-Health Pod and the National Pre-Health Community (NPHC). Both podcasts share a passion for providing knowledge and resources to pre-health students in need. If you like our content, you will like theirs too. Check them out here: https://www.nationalprehealthconf.org.
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Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKMjWf5RHvZqfTG27vkkGQ
If you are considering a career as a Physician Assistant specifically and would value from a Pre-PA mentorship group directly led by Ryan, then reach out to ryan@vitallystable.com to see if you can become a member of The PAck today!
The hosts of Vitally Stable are proud collaborators with Pre-Health Pod and the National Pre-Health Community (NPHC). Both podcasts share a passion for providing knowledge and resources to pre-health students in need. If you like our content, you will like theirs too. Check them out here: https://www.nationalprehealthconf.org.
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(Episode 25) Let's Chat Series - Let's Chat Pharmacist!
10 APR 2024 · It's all about the drugs in this addition to the Let's Chat Series where we focus on the career of the Pharmacist with our wonderful guest: Jules Schlichting-Bader. With a journey into pharmacy that started as early as high school, Jules enlightens us on what it's like to grow up and succeed within the world of pharmacy while also offering us unique insight into the power of making a large career decision before undergrad. While her story is far from a perfect linear path, it is full of self-reflection, courage, and a true pursuit of passion which makes this episode a must-listen even if you aren't looking into the world of pharmacy. We hope you enjoy the conversation and that you never give up the pursuit of your dreams! This episode was recorded on 3/13/2023.58m 10s -
(Episode 24) PArt of the PAck - Breakdown of Available PA Schools & How To Choose
24 FEB 2024 · In this episode, you will gain exclusive audio access to the educational component of a recent PAck workshop where the focus was on the diversity of PA programs across the country and how an applicant should go about choosing which ones to apply to. Through the introduction and use of Ryan’s newly created SPAM Technique, our hope is that you will come away from this episode with a better understanding of the most important components of an effective PA school research as well as the ability to confidently choose which PA schools are the best fits for you. We hope you enjoy this episode with the PAck and please let us know if this tool was helpful to you and your pre-health journey! This episode was recorded on December 12th, 2023.53m 4s -
(Episode 23) Collaboration Corner - Pre-Health Pod & NPHC
22 FEB 2024 · In the first Collaboration Corner episode of the Vitally Stable Podcast, Ryan and alternative co-host Katherine got the wonderful opportunity to sit down and chat all things pre-health with Alexia Childress, who is the CEO and Founder of the National Pre-Health Community (NPHC) as well as the host of Pre-Health Pod. On top of pursuing her own medical school journey, Lexi has made it her mission to help as many pre-health students across the country in any way that she can, including through her annual national pre-health conference. With an overall mission that closely resembles that of Vitally Stable, there was no better first person to bring on to this new series. We hope that you enjoy the conversation and value from the additional resources that Lexi can provide you with for your own pre-health journey! This episode was recorded on January 6th, 2024. Additional Notes From NPHC & Pre-Health Pod: - Our conference is May 18th -19th! Register at nationalprehealthconf.org/nphc2024 - Find us on all platforms at prehealthpod.com1h 13m 17s -
(Episode 22) Let's Chat Series - Let's Chat Athletic Trainer!
19 OCT 2023 · In another addition to the Let's Chat Series, we are going to be discussing the Athletic Trainer career with our wonderful guests: Julia Carr and Eric Caloud, who each spent multiple years mastering their skills in different settings through this career before their eventual pursuit and acceptance into the Augsburg PA program. Julia and Eric each wear their passion for Athletic Training on their sleeve in this episode which makes this conversation informative and genuinly inspiring. If you are someone who loves medicine and sports and would like to find a way to pursue both, this might be the career for you! We hope you enjoy the conversation and learn as much as we did! This episode was recorded on March 15th, 2023.1h 16m 35s -
(Episode 21) PArt of the PAck - Emergency Medicine From The PA Perspective
10 OCT 2023 · In our first addition of the "PArt of the PAck" series, you will get the opportunity to listen in with the PAck as they dive deep into the world of emergency medicine with our incredible guest: Eric Van Hecke, who spent many years working in multiple emergency medicine settings as a PA before eventually becoming a core faculty member for the Augsburg PA Program. Even if you aren't pursuing PA but are considering a specialty in emergency medicine, this episode will be worth your time! This episode was recorded on 8/16/2023. If you are interested in becoming a member of the PAck, please reach out to the podcast at vitallystablepodcast@gmail.com or to Ryan directly at ryan@vitallystable.com.1h 35m 1s -
(Episode 20) Let's Chat Series - Let's Chat Respiratory Therapist!
22 AUG 2023 · In another addition to the Let's Chat Series, we are going to be discussing the Respiratory Therapist career with our incredible guest: Kim Day, who spent over a decade mastering her skills in this career before her eventual pursuit and acceptance into the Augsburg PA program. On top of being an expert in the field of Respiratory Therapy, Kim’s story is nothing like anything we have had on this podcast before and her openness and realism towards the obstacles that she has faced in her journey were truly inspiring. If you are a parent or you believe that it’s too late for you to pursue what you love, this episode will be extra special for you. We hope you enjoy the conversation! This episode was recorded on March 13th, 2023.1h 30m 35s -
(Episode 19) BONUS - Ryan Speaks To The UMN Pre-PA Organization!
20 JUL 2023 · On March 29th, 2023, Ryan was honored to be invited to come speak to the University of Minnesota Pre-PA Organization about his medical journey as well as share with its UMN Pre-PA members any experiential knowledge that he had acquired along the way. With this opportunity, Ryan was excited to unveil some of his favorite self-created pre-health tools and acronyms that allowed him to succeed in his journey: The Door vs. Key Analogy, The SCHOOL Acronym, and the 4 “If I’s”. In order, these 3 tools were designed to help pre-health students approach the application process with the correct mindset, avoid common pitfalls, and confirm that each student is actually improving their application and acceptance chances each and every cycle. Now, thanks to the UMN Pre-PA Organization and the efforts of this podcast, you can listen in with the attendees of this meeting. While the content of this lecture was designed for Pre-PA students, these tools can be utilized in every single pre-health application process. We hope you enjoy the conversation and gain value from the tools and information! Vitally Stable would like to personally thank the UMN Pre-PA Organization for inviting Ryan to come speak to its members as well as for supporting the growth of this Podcast and the Vitally Stable community.46m 14s -
(Episode 18) Let's Chat Series - Let's Chat Medical Sonographer!
15 JUL 2023 · In another addition to the Let's Chat Series, we are going to be discussing the Medical Sonographer career with our wonderful guest: Tori Koopman, who spent multiple years mastering her skills in this career before her eventual pursuit and acceptance into the Augsburg PA program. The world of medical imaging is complex and ever-evolving, so we were honored to be able to learn more about it from the first-hand experiences of someone who gained so much value from this career. We hope you enjoy the conversation and learn as much as we did! This episode was recorded on March 13th, 2023.55m 59s -
(Episode 17) UMEMS Member Spotlight - Matthew Z.
29 JUN 2023 · In our second UMEMS Member Spotlight episode, we were excited to borrow the time of another volunteer UMEMS member: Matthew Zimring, who provided us with our first opportunity to talk in depth with a member of the Pre-Med community and we were not disappointed. While being one of Ryan's favorite personalities, Matthew was able to provide us with an incredible first-hand experience of the many obstacles that Pre-Med students face in the current application climate as well as how he has personally embraced each one. We hope you once again enjoy the conversation and gain value from the supportive culture of the UMEMS team. This episode was recorded on 4/13/2023.1h 33m 39s -
(Episode 16) Let's Chat Series - Let's Chat PA Programs! (Part 3)
2 JUN 2023 · This episode will be Part 3 of a 3-part episode series where the overall topic will be discussing everything you need to know about PA Programs. In Part 3, we will attempt to answer the question: "What does a PA Program Academic Education Look & Feel Like?” Continuing the trend of this series, Ryan was joined by two more of his hardworking classmates: Brittany Noble and Zach Ekstein, with the goal of tackling this large and complex topic using the perspectives of 3 current Augsburg PA students in the middle of their academic phase. Transition from an undergraduate education to a medical graduate education can be incredibly challenging. It is our hope that this episode will provide you with the information you need to not only help you decide if a PA education is right for you, but to also prepare you for your future transition when the time comes in your journey. We hope you enjoy the conversation and the conclusion of this 3-part series featuring the Augsburg PA Program! This episode was recorded on 3/16/2023. The Vitally Stable Podcast wants to extend a huge thank you to the Augsburg University PA Program for their continual support of Ryan's medical journey and the growth of this Podcast/The Vitally Stable Community!57m 37s
While Ryan of the BackyardBoys has a deep passion for video production, his career interest is actually focused around medicine. Ryan currently studies at Augsburg University in Minnesota with the...
show more
While Ryan of the BackyardBoys has a deep passion for video production, his career interest is actually focused around medicine. Ryan currently studies at Augsburg University in Minnesota with the hopes of obtaining his Master's In Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) by September of 2024. While on his own non-traditional pre-health journey, Ryan developed a passion for helping pre-health students discover which medical careers are available to them as well as provide them with the resources they need to succeed within the career they have chosen all while tackling the mental health crisis that exists within the pre-health world. Now, with the support of the BackyardBoys as well as through a partnership with the University of Minnesota Emergency Medical Services (UMEMS) and co-hosts Kaydi and Katherine, Ryan is creating a platform of support for the pre-health community through the Vitally Stable Podcast. So, if you are considering a career in MD, DO, PA, Nursing, Public Health, or any of the other amazing medical careers, give Vitally Stable a listen today. Then, let your brain relax with some great content on the BackyardBoys YouTube channel!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKMjWf5RHvZqfTG27vkkGQ
If you are considering a career as a Physician Assistant specifically and would value from a Pre-PA mentorship group directly led by Ryan, then reach out to ryan@vitallystable.com to see if you can become a member of The PAck today!
The hosts of Vitally Stable are proud collaborators with Pre-Health Pod and the National Pre-Health Community (NPHC). Both podcasts share a passion for providing knowledge and resources to pre-health students in need. If you like our content, you will like theirs too. Check them out here: https://www.nationalprehealthconf.org.
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Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKMjWf5RHvZqfTG27vkkGQ
If you are considering a career as a Physician Assistant specifically and would value from a Pre-PA mentorship group directly led by Ryan, then reach out to ryan@vitallystable.com to see if you can become a member of The PAck today!
The hosts of Vitally Stable are proud collaborators with Pre-Health Pod and the National Pre-Health Community (NPHC). Both podcasts share a passion for providing knowledge and resources to pre-health students in need. If you like our content, you will like theirs too. Check them out here: https://www.nationalprehealthconf.org.
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| Categories | Medicine , Careers , Education |
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| ryan@vitallystable.com |
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