In this first episode of fefu.pod, Aakash sits down with Dr. Sampada Mhatre — a fresh MBBS graduate from Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU), Russia. As one of the earliest batches with no seniors to guide her, Sampada opens up about her full six-year journey: from arriving in Russia with uncertainty to adapting to a new culture, surviving harsh winters, clinical rotations, and academic pressure — all while navigating life far from home.

We cover:

✅ First impressions of FEFU & Russia

✅ Hostel life, food, language & culture

✅ MBBS struggles year-by-year

✅ Real talk on racism, safety & adjustment

✅ Clinical experience and FMGE preparation

✅ Honest thoughts on FEFU’s pros & cons

✅ Her advice for future students considering MBBS abroad

Whether you’re planning to study medicine in Russia or are already a student at FEFU, this episode gives you an honest, unfiltered, and relatable look into what life is really like as a foreign medical student.