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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.
I Was Afraid of Med School. Not Anymore.
Here are some proactive steps you can take to squash your fears about medical school, and be ready to dive head-first into your career as a physician.
How My Year Off Changed Everything
Ever wondered what it would be like to take time off? Here’s my personal experience, and why I think everyone should take a gap year.
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.
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.
Understanding Scientific Research – A Comprehensive Guide
Reading research articles can be intimidating and confusing, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Learn how to easily understand research like a pro.
Time Management Lies – Why You’re Not Productive
Learn how to schedule and prioritize so that you can get more work done, spend more time having fun, and live a better life.
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.
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.
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.
Mental Health: An Unwarranted Stigma
With medical student and physician mental health at an all-time low, and depression becoming almost a “norm”, it is time to face the facts and speak out against the mental health stigma.
Surgeon Sleep Secrets – How to Master Sleep
Sleep is the most important part of a functioning, possibly even more so than food or water. Are you following these steps to get the best night’s rest?