Boots2Meds Podcast

Boots2Meds is the ultimate guide for veterans and active duty military members contemplating a career change into medicine. Created by a veteran, this podcast serves as a vital information repository, tailored specifically for those seeking to transition into the medical field. Each episode of Boots2Meds is packed with inspiring stories of soldiers, corpsmen, airmen, and other military personnel who have successfully navigated the journey to becoming physicians or PAs. From their challenges to triumphs, we share invaluable insights and 'pearls for success' gleaned from real-life experiences.The podcast goes beyond personal anecdotes to provide actionable advice and tips directly from medical and PA school admissions professionals. Whether it's mastering the application process or excelling in interviews, our experts share insider knowledge to help you thrive on your path to becoming a healthcare professional.Join us on Boots2Meds as we empower you with the knowledge, inspiration, an

Boots2Meds Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Bart Gillum, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Bart Gillum hosts Boots2Meds Podcast, a education show with 26 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  Episode 9: From Combat Medic to PA Educator-Brandon Beattie on Service, Scholarship, and Shaping the Next Generation

  Jul 28, 202552 minS2

  <p >In this episode of Boots2Meds, host Bart Gillum sits down with Brandon Beattie, MMSc, PA-C,  a decorated former U.S. Army combat medic who now serves as an assistant professor and Director of Didactic Education at the George Washington University PA Program.</p> <p >Brandon shares his powerful journey from the frontlines of military medicine to the front of the classroom, reflecting on the leadership lessons he carried forward, the clinical experiences that shaped him, and why he thinks veterans make great PAs.</p> <p >We also discuss his work as co-founder of Veteran Educators and Allies in P...

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  Episode #8

  Episode 8: A Peak Behind the Curtain at GW's MD Program Admissions

  May 27, 202551 minS2

  <p >In this episode, Bart sits down with Mr. Kevin Nies, Assistant Dean of Admissions, and Dr. Ioannis Koutroulis, Associate Dean of Admissions at the George Washington University School of Medicine. They break down the MD admissions process at GW, share advice on how veteran applicants can best showcase their military experience, and highlight the unique resources and support systems available to veterans who matriculate. If you're a service member or veteran considering med school, this is an episode you won't want to miss.</p>

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  Episode #7

  Episode 7: Air Force Roots, Admissions Wisdom: Aimee Larson on Building a PA Career

  May 13, 202547 minS2

  <p>In this episode of Boots2Meds, we sit down with Aimee Larson, Program Director of the Canisius University PA Program and proud U.S. Air Force veteran. Aimee shares her inspiring path from serving as an Air Force medic to becoming a PA student- while raising three children and navigating life as a non-traditional applicant. Now a leader in PA education, she offers invaluable insights into holistic admissions and what truly makes a candidate stand out. Wherever you are in your journey to PA school, Aimee's story and advice are sure to motivate and guide you.</p>

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  Episode #6

  Episode 6: From X-Ray Tech to Radiologist: Dr. Dominique Newallo's Journey of Resilience

  Apr 21, 202550 minS2

  <p>In this powerful episode of Boots2Meds, Dr. Dominique Newallo shares her extraordinary journey from working as an X-ray technician in the Army to becoming a board-certified radiologist and nuclear medicine physician. Her road to medicine was long and often uncertain, filled with personal and professional hurdles that would have stopped many in their tracks. Through sheer determination, grit, and an unwavering commitment to her dream, Dr. Newallo not only broke barriers but also redefined what's possible for veterans in medicine. Whether you're just starting out or deep in the trenches of your own transition, this episode will leave...

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  Episode #5

  Episode 5- Global Ops to Local Impact: JT Graham's Path from the Navy to PA School

  Apr 7, 202543 minS2

  <p>JT Graham spent a decade circling the globe as a Navy systems officer after graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy. Now, he's navigating a new kind of mission—his first year as a PA student at George Washington University. In this episode, JT shares what led him to pivot from aviation to medicine, how he prepared for PA school, and the lessons he's carried over from military service to the classroom. Whether you're on active duty or already in transition, JT's story offers practical advice and inspiration for anyone considering a career as a physician assistant.</p>

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