Medical Student

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USMLE Step 1 Has Become Pass/Fail!

On February 12th, the FSMB and NBME announced that USMLE Step 1 would move from score reporting to pass/fail. There’s a tremendous amount of misinformation about the subject already – so let’s set the record straight.

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So You Want to Be a Neurosurgeon

Let’s debunk the public perception myths of what it means to be a neurosurgeon, and give it to you straight. This is the reality of neurosurgery.

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So You Want to Be a Military Doctor

Have you thought about becoming a military doctor? You’ll serve your country, travel the world, and be at the forefront of medical technology. But there are definite disadvantages too.

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Electronic Health Records: A Blessing or a Curse?

If you don’t know about the pain of electronic health records now, you will most certainly learn about it in clinic. Here’s what makes EHRs so controversial, why they’re great, and why they’re such a nuissance.

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5 Essential Tips for Medical School

Medical school is often described as “a marathon at a sprint’s pace”. How exhausting! Here are 5 essential tips to succeeding in medical school while enjoying the journey.

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Presentations 101: Delivering a Great Deck

Public speaking is one of the top fears in America – but being able to communicate information is critical, especially in medicine. Here’s how to deliver a great presentation.

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So You Want to Be a Plastic Surgeon

Thinking of becoming a plastic surgeon? Learn the myths and facts of the specialty and what it would be like to fix a cleft palate or reconstruct a hand.

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So You Want to Be a Cardiologist

Thinking about a career in cardiology? This post details what it means to be a cardiologist, how to become one, and some of the hidden perks and downsides of being a heart doctor.