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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.

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So You Want to Be a Surgeon

So you want to become a surgeon. You’ve come to the right place. In this new series, we’ll cover various specialties and types of doctors, and help you decide which type of doctor, surgeon, or other health care professional would be the best fit for you.

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Medicine in Old Days vs Now

How did medicine and medical school become the great beast it is today? Read about the evolution of medicine and where current practices came from.

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Guide to Memorization in Medical School

Usually, it’s best to learn through understanding. But some topics simply require memorization. In this article, I share the best memorization techniques and how to use them most effectively.

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So You Want to Be a Doctor

So you want to become a doctor. You’ve come to the right place. In this new series of blog posts, we’ll cover various specialties and types of doctors, and help you decide which type of doctor would be the best fit for you.

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3 Lies You Were Told as a Student

Everyone knows what it takes to be more successful, right? Wrong. These common pieces of advice are actually false and could be hurting you.

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Should USMLE Step 1 Be Pass/Fail?

USMLE Step 1 is the most important test a medical student will take. Should the test be Pass/Fail, or remain as a continuously scored standardized exam? Here are the pros and cons of each.

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The Problem with Advice

There’s an abundance of advice for pre-med and medical students – but how do you separate the fact from fiction and actually maximize your chances of becoming a successful future doctor? Here’s how.