🎙 Dr. Interested: Podcast Relaunch and RPC Highlights

Hey Reader,

We’re back with some big updates from Dr. Interested: Pre-Med & Global Community - the student-driven platform empowering youth to explore medicine, research, and global health.

So far, we’ve reached 60,000+ youth worldwide with a marketing reach of 1M+. (Check out our July Impact Report here)

👉 Haven’t joined yet? Connect with students, get updates, and dive into our events on Discord: Join Here​

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🌍 Global Research Proposal Competition – Recap

Our Research Proposal Competition (RPC) brought together 400+ youth to learn proposal writing through webinars and med student mentorship.

The results? 200+ submissions from 30+ countries — showing the power of youth innovation worldwide.

📖 Check out the recap here:

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🎙 Podcast Relaunch – New Episode Out!

The Dr. Interested Podcast is back! Tune in on YouTube or Spotify.

Latest episode: More on it below!​
Eye Health and Vision Care - By: Madison Wu
​Madison Wu explores the world of eye health with Dr. Wu, an experienced optometrist, showing how protecting our eyes connects to overall wellness.

🎧 Watch on YouTube or Listen on Spotify!

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Upcoming Events

EXPLORE³ Case Competition

📅 November 22, 2025 (NEW DATE)
🕘 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 TMU Ted Rogers School of Business
Tackle real-world innovation challenges, receive mentorship, and present your ideas to expert judges. Includes case package, light refreshments, networking, and early access perks. Fee: $10. Spots are limited!
🔗 Learn more: Instagram | Register Now​

Culture & Psychology Conference

📅 October 18, 2025
🕘 1:30 pm EST - 5:30 pm EST
📍 York University YSpace Markham, 169 Enterprise Blvd 3rd floor, Markham, ON L6G 0E7 Canada
​Free conference with refreshments, prizes, and networking. First-come, first-served for up to 20 people.
🔗 Register your interest: Register Now!​
​(Select Dr. Interested under 'Where did you hear about this event?') Only a few spaces remaining.

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🎤 Ongoing Events

Dr. Interested Webinar Series

📌 Demystifying Research Papers: From Literature Review to Publication​
📅 Sept 28, 2025 | 🕐 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST
🔗 Join Zoom​
Meeting ID: 823 3195 2867 | Passcode: 6XcG7n

📌 Pathways to Med School: Master’s, PhD, and Gap Year Options​
📅 Oct 5, 2025 | 🕚 11:00 – 11:45 AM EST
🔗 Join Zoom​
Meeting ID: 840 0563 9299 | Passcode: 1CZ9Nu

📺 Missed a webinar? Watch recordings here.

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💬 Office Hours – 1-on-1 Chats

Book a 15-minute chat with:
🧑‍⚕️ A med student | 🎤 A TEDx speaker | 🧠 Our student founder

✅ Real conversations, no scripts.
📲 Book inside Discord: Join Here​

🚀 Opportunities Still Open

• Executive Team → Apply Here (Deadline extended)
• Org Ambassador → Apply Here​
• Podcast Member → Apply Here​

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📝 Recent Blog Posts

How Sleep Deprivation Affects Teen Stress and Anxiety ​Wellness • September 17, 2025 • 6 min read Read Now!

How Exercise and Hobbies Boost Teen’s Wellness ​Wellness • September 17, 2025 • 6 min read Read Now!

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🎧 Recent Podcast Episode

Episode 3: Eye Health and Vision Care - By: Madison Wu​
📅 Sep 15, 2025 | Dr. Interested Podcast

In this episode, Madison Wu dives into the world of eye health with Dr. Wu, an experienced optometrist. Learn about common misconceptions, memorable cases, and how protecting your eyes connects to overall wellness.

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Eye Health and Vision Care –... Sep 16 · Dr. Interested Podcast! 9:56   ​

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Thanks for being part of this movement.

Whether you're applying, chatting, or sharing with friends, you’re helping shape the future of youth in medicine.

With gratitude,

The Dr. Interested Team

We acknowledge that while we operate online, our community is made up of people from diverse lands, cultures, and histories. We honour the Indigenous peoples and local communities worldwide who are the original stewards of their lands, and we are grateful to be able to learn, connect, and grow together across borders.

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