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Learn about medicine and how to become a physician in our articles for pre-medical students (including the MCAT), medical students, resident physicians, and practicing physicians.

Medical

Which additional CSF finding is most likely?

An 11-month-old male with a two-day history of irritability and lethargy is brought to the ... Read more

Written by: Figure 1

Published on: January 31, 2019

Medical School

Doctor Down Under or Medicine in ‘Merica?

This week, we’re winging it on SCP–life was a bit more complicated for Dave than ... Read more

Written by: The Short Coat Podcast

Published on: January 31, 2019

unit conversions

MCAT

Unit Conversions In Eight Easy Steps | MCAT Tips and Tricks

Unit conversion questions are so common on the MCAT that they deserve their own post. ... Read more

Written by: Chelsea Myers

Published on: January 28, 2019

Medical School

Med School Hidden Cost and Extracurricular Activities

Med School is Expensive…More Than You Know But what’s this? Podcast merch? Dave has a special announcement, what ... Read more

Written by: The Short Coat Podcast

Published on: January 24, 2019

Medical

What’s Causing These Pruritic Lesions?

A 38-year-old man presents with itchy, scaly lesions on his elbows and small, erythematous papules ... Read more

Written by: Figure 1

Published on: January 24, 2019

surgical specialties

Medical School

Reflection Before A Year Of Change

Every year, I love thinking about the past year and thinking about everything I have ... Read more

Written by: Adelle

Published on: January 21, 2019

Medical

Considering the Physician Assistant Path

When thinking about  a career in medicine, those who are leaning towards getting an MD ... Read more

Written by: The Short Coat Podcast

Published on: January 18, 2019

Physician Q&A

Q&A with Dr. Graham Lloyd-Jones, Founder of Radiology Masterclass

Dr. Graham Lloyd-Jones (BA, MBBS, MRCP, FRCR) is the founder and director of Radiology Masterclass, ... Read more

Written by: Gloria Onwuneme

Published on: January 16, 2019

Medical

Which testicular malignancy does this patient most likely have?

A 28-year-old male presents with a three-month history of a chronic cough and weight loss. ... Read more

Written by: Figure 1

Published on: January 11, 2019

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Pre-Medical

How To Demonstrate Service Orientation

Medical school admissions committees look at many different factors that go beyond your grades and ... Read more

Written by: AAMC Staff

Published on: January 10, 2019

Pre-Medical

3 New Year’s Resolutions for 2019 Medical School Applicants

Though New Year’s resolutions have the reputation of falling by the wayside come February, they ... Read more

Written by: Cassie Kosarek

Published on: January 9, 2019

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Medical School

Creative Writing in Medical School

It is Tuesday at 1:30 PM and the eight of us, two faculty leaders and ... Read more

Written by: Hillary Mullan

Published on: January 8, 2019

approximation

MCAT

Using Approximation To Tackle Complex Calculations | MCAT Tips & Tricks

One of the most difficult things about taking the MCAT is that it is both ... Read more

Written by: Chelsea Myers

Published on: January 7, 2019

Medical

What Changes Would You Expect To See On Repeat X-Ray?

A 60-year-old man presents to the emergency department with worsening shortness of breath and a ... Read more

Written by: Figure 1

Published on: January 4, 2019

Medical School

The Harsh Truths and Pleasant Realities of Med School

Happy New Year! With the holidays slowing down the pace of listener questions, Dave asks new ... Read more

Written by: The Short Coat Podcast

Published on: January 4, 2019

Medical Spouse

Medical School

New Year, New Beginnings

Happy 2019!! The beginning of a new year always brings about an air of reflection, ... Read more

Written by: Amy Rakowczyk

Published on: January 3, 2019

poster presentation

Medical School

Staying Afloat: 12 Tips for Juggling Research with Your Classes

Medical school can often feel like an impossible juggling act. Students are constantly struggling to ... Read more

Written by: Trevor C. Hunt

Published on: December 31, 2018

Medical School

The Darkness Without: Sad in Medical School

Madeline called to ask: it’s finals week and you’re stricken with seasonal depression–what’s a med ... Read more

Written by: The Short Coat Podcast

Published on: December 28, 2018

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Medical

Who Is On The Medical Team

A Guide To All The People You May Encounter On The Wards As the field ... Read more

Written by: Kunal Sindhu

Published on: December 26, 2018

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