A new NUS Medicine podcast: First Year To First Call
Published: 11 Jun 2026
NUS Medicine released on 11 June, the first episode of a new podcast series, First Year to First Call, which unpacks the question: “What is medical school really like?”
From navigating medical studies to juggling clinical realities, the podcast explores the journeys, questions, and experiences that shape doctors-in-training. Intended for current and prospective students, as well as anyone curious about learning and life in medical school, students, faculty and alumni in the NUS Medicine community share real, earnest conversations that connect the personal with the professional.
View the YouTube playlist here.
Episodes (released monthly):
- Episode 1: Surviving and thriving in medical school
The first episode of the new podcast, First Year To First Call, touched on the medical school journey at NUS Medicine, including curriculum progression from Year 1 to Year 5, and how students juggle personal interests. The episode also highlights the support systems available at the School.
- Episode 2: Making friends, student clubs and more
Students share their personal experiences of finding their place in medical school, building friendships, getting involved in student clubs, and balancing social life with academic demands. From orientation and RAG & Flag to the NUS Medical Society, NUS Medicine and Nursing Club, as well as interest groups, discover the opportunities, communities, and experiences that shape student life at NUS Medicine.
- Episode 3: Can I be a doctor?
Speakers share their personal journeys into medicine, from gaining early exposure through observerships, MedEngage and internships to discovering what it means to pursue a career as a doctor. Hear about the qualities nurtured in a good doctor, and gain insights into the realities of medical school and clinical life that constitute a journey in medicine.
- Episode 4: Coming soon
- Episode 5: Coming soon
- Episode 6: Coming soon
