Episode 14: Making the Most of Your M1 Summer

Welcome to AWS Knots and Thoughts, a podcast designed to help you succeed in your surgery clerkship. This podcast is produced by the Association of Women Surgeons Medical Student Committee and hosted by McKenzie Mayer and Nora Balidemaj. Music by Hart Fogel. Wondering what to do during the summer between M1? In this episode of the AWS Medical Student Podcast, we break down how to make the most of your first medical school summer. From research and clinical experiences to leadership, volunteering, networking, and taking time to recharge, we discuss the many opportunities available and how to choose the ones that align with your goals. Whether you're interested in a competitive specialty or simply looking to grow personally and professionally, this episode will help you plan a meaningful and productive summer.