MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond
Welcome to MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, your essential guide to navigating medical exams and the journey to becoming a doctor. Whether you’re a locally trained Ghanaian student or foreign-trained, we cover it all—exam prep strategies, study tips, career advice, and personal experiences. Join us as we interview seasoned doctors and successful students to help you excel in your medical career and ace those MDC exams. Tune in for insightful discussions that go beyond the classroom and into real-world medical practice!
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Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
In this powerful episode of MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, we sit down with Dr. Vanessa Abokoma Quaye, medical doctor, mentor, speaker, and founder of Med Transitions Ghana and The Step-Up Mentoring Program.
Dr. Vanessa shares her raw and deeply personal journey through medical school, the challenges of self-worth, comparison, balance, and finances, and how she overcame them through faith, planning, and the power of community.
From her first shift as a newly qualified doctor to launching nationwide health awareness campaigns, this episode is packed with truth, resilience, and actionable wisdom for medical students, young doctors, and change-makers.
Connect with Dr. Vanessa Quaye:
LinkedIn
Health Plug Network
Health Content Writing Class
LinkedIn Optimization Class
Public speaking class
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
In this episode of MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, we sit down with Dr. Aimee Eyram Eklu, who defied the odds by excelling in medical school while being a wife and mother of two.
She shares her journey from physician assistant to top medical graduate, the challenges of juggling family life and intense medical training, and how she navigated financial struggles through scholarships and entrepreneurship.
Dr. Eklu’s story is a powerful testament to perseverance, support systems, and never giving up on your dreams.
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Bernice Agyeman Prempeh to discuss her inspiring journey into medicine, overcoming setbacks, and building a career beyond the hospital. From navigating rejections to embracing entrepreneurship, mentorship, and advocacy, Dr. Prempeh shares powerful insights for medical students and early-career professionals. Tune in for practical advice on personal growth, leveraging opportunities, and making an impact in healthcare.📲 Connect with Dr. Prempeh:🌍 Holistic Medic Network – A mentorship & networking channel for medical professionals: Holistic Medic Network💼 LinkedIn: Dr. Bernice Agyeman Prempeh
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
In this debut episode, we introduce MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, a podcast dedicated to exploring life beyond the classroom for medical students and graduates. Host Dr. Richeal Shola Makinde dives into the inspiration behind the podcast, its mission to bridge gaps in mentorship and education, and what listeners can expect in future episodes. Whether you're navigating your medical journey or looking for fresh perspectives on life after med school, this podcast is here to inform, inspire, and guide. Welcome to the MNEMOS community!
MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond
The transition from medical school to the professional world is fraught with challenges. Many students and early-career medical professionals struggle with a lack of guidance, mentorship, and global opportunities to build their competitiveness in a rapidly evolving field. The inspiring stories of groundbreaking discoveries and accomplishments from the Global South often go unheard, leaving a gap in representation and inspiration.
MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, a podcast by MNEMOS, addresses these gaps by providing a platform to explore career insights, mentorship, and the untold stories of accomplished professionals. Through candid discussions and expert advice, we aim to inspire, empower, and equip the next generation of medical professionals to thrive on a global scale. Whether you’re seeking guidance on career decisions, exploring life beyond the hospital, or looking for stories that resonate with your journey, this podcast is your trusted companion.
About the host
Dr. Richeal Shola Makinde, MBChB, is a passionate Medical Doctor, Founder, and Mentor dedicated to advancing healthcare and empowering future professionals. She is the visionary behind CareerPath Hub, a platform that guides Senior High School graduates with mentorship and resources to make informed career decisions.
She's an alumnus of the University of Cape Coast School of Medical Sciences (UCCSMS) who has volunteered with the OKB Hope Foundation, highlighting her commitment to community service and healthcare advancement.
Dr. Makinde is passionate about improving access to medical education, entrepreneurship, and leveraging artificial intelligence to drive healthcare innovation. She hopes to inspire future doctors to think beyond hospitals and make global impacts through creativity and innovation.
Outside her professional pursuits, Dr. Makinde enjoys reading self-help books on productivity and entrepreneurship, listening to medical and poetry podcasts, and spending quality time with her family. A poet at heart, she also loves teasing her siblings and cherishes meaningful connections.
Connect with Dr. Makinde: LinkedIn | richealmakinde@gmail.com