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!
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!
Episodes
Aug 31, 2025
Faith, Grit & the GEMP Path with Dr. Ifedayo Abe
Aug 31, 2025
Aug 31, 2025
54 min
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Ifedayo Abe, a medical officer, biomedical scientist, and faith-driven content creator, who charts her bold leap into medicine through the Graduate Entry Medical Program (GEMP) route at the University of Ghana. From leaving Nigeria to start over in a new system to documenting her journey on YouTube so others wouldn’t struggle in silence, Dr. Ifedayo shows how purpose, resilience, and community can carry you through the hardest seasons.
Discover candid insights on acing the GEMP process (access course, interviews, and the sponsorship letter that matters), navigating life as an international student while staying anchored in faith. Her message to late starters? It’s never too late—start anyway, and shine for Christ wherever you’re planted.
Listen now and be encouraged to pursue purpose, build grit, and keep learning, leading, and growing.👉 Connect with Dr. Ifedayo Abe:🔹 YouTube: Dr. Ifedayo - Healed to Heal🔹 Instagram – @drifedayo_healedtoheal | @msiffaymd🔹 TikTok – @daughterofzionn🔹 Facebook: Dr. Ifedayo - Healed to Heal
Aug 31, 2025
54 min
Jul 31, 2025
Jul 31, 2025
51 min
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jason S K Ahiable, a fifth-year medical student, brand strategist, public health advocate, and creative powerhouse. From his journey of choosing medicine over architecture to becoming a leader in public health and entrepreneurship, Jason shares how resilience, curiosity, and purpose have shaped his path.
Discover how he built confidence through public speaking, leads with authenticity, and balances multiple passions while excelling in medical school. His insights on leadership, LinkedIn visibility, and staying grounded are lessons every aspiring professional needs to hear.
Listen now and be inspired to lead, grow, and chase your boldest ambitions.Connect with Jason at:LinkedInYouTubeInstagram
Jul 31, 2025
51 min
Jun 16, 2025
Jun 16, 2025
27 min
In this special mid-year solo episode of MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, host Dr. Richeal Shola Makinde shares raw, honest reflections from her house job journey so far.
From the shock of transitioning from textbooks to real-life clinical practice, to battling imposter syndrome and financial strain, she opens up about the steep learning curve and unspoken realities young doctors face.
Whether you're preparing for your own house job or already deep in it, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and a reminder that every challenge is shaping you for the long haul in medicine.
Jun 16, 2025
27 min
May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025
56 min
In this episode of MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, we sit down with the multi-talented Dr. Irvin Nana Korankye, a medical doctor, entrepreneur, and founder of multiple businesses including Nivri (handmade leather footwear), Dulcie (ice cream), and Kweenuazplace (a beauty salon named in honour of his mother).
Dr. Nana Korankye takes us through his incredible journey of navigating medical school while running multiple businesses, a balancing act filled with late nights, financial pressure, and emotional challenges. He opens up about how he stayed grounded through faith, time management, and resilience, even when told he would fail.
Dr. Irvin Nana Korankye’s story is an inspiring blueprint for anyone trying to chase more than one dream at once. Whether you’re a med student with a side hustle or just figuring out your purpose—this episode is for you.
Connect with Dr. Irvin Nana Korankye:
LinkedIn
May 15, 2025
56 min
Apr 15, 2025
Apr 15, 2025
1 hr 58 sec
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
Apr 15, 2025
1 hr 58 sec
Mar 15, 2025
Mar 15, 2025
49 min
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.
Mar 15, 2025
49 min
Feb 15, 2025
Feb 15, 2025
1 hr 9 min
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
Feb 15, 2025
1 hr 9 min
Jan 14, 2025
Jan 14, 2025
20 min
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!
Jan 14, 2025
20 min

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







