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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.

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Owen Middleton, MD/ME

Dr. Owen Middleton shares his perspective on being an assistant medical examiner and advice for students

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: June 10, 2012

Medical School

How to Survive Medical School Without Becoming a Patient

Anthony Youn shares some advice on how to handle the stress of medical school

Written by: Tony Youn

Published on: May 30, 2012

Medical

The Future of Medicine: Homeopathy

The author examines the ever-increasing role of homeopathy in today's society.

Written by: Chivas Owle

Published on: April 1, 2012

MCAT

Conquering the MCAT: 3 Students’ Perspectives

The MCAT is a major hurdle for many medical school applicants. The exam can be ... Read more

Written by: Andrew Nguyen

Published on: February 23, 2012

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Christopher K. Thiagarajah, MD

Dr. Christopher K. Thiagarajah shares his perspective on the field of oculoplastics and advice for students.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: January 15, 2012

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Anthony S. Youn, MD, FACS

Dr. Anthony S. Youn talks about his book and shares his insights about the medical profession and the field of plastic surgery.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: November 2, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Julie Hersch, MD

Dr. Julie Hersch shares her insights about her career and the field of oncology.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: October 26, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Sandeep Jauhar, MD

Interview with Dr. Sandeep Jauhar, a cardiologist and author of Intern: A Doctor's Initiation.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: October 19, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Dr. John Geyman, Family Medicine

John Geyman, MD shares his views on the profession, primary care, and the state of health care in the United States.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: September 25, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Dr. Maggie Kozel

Pediatrician Maggie Kozel discusses her journey in and out of medicine.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: August 28, 2011

Pre-Medical

Medical School Application Secondary Essays

What are medical school secondary essays? Why are they important? Dr. Jessica Freedman answers common questions about secondaries.

Written by: Jessica Freedman

Published on: July 24, 2011

Pre-Medical

Medical Admissions Process: Reflections from a Student’s Perspective

The medical admissions process is stressful, but this student had a reflective take on it. Based on your experience, what are your thoughts?

Written by: Alex Cole

Published on: June 29, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Richard A. Sheff, MD, Author, Family Medicine

Dr. Richard A. Sheff is a family physician, healthcare consultant, and author of Doctor Confidential: Secrets Behind the Veil.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: June 22, 2011

Pre-Medical

What Will You Do If You Don’t Get Into Medical School?

Dr. Jeremiah Fleenor discusses strategies for answering the question, "What will you do if you don't get into medical school?", as well as how to strengthen your application for future application cycles.

Written by: Jeremiah Fleenor

Published on: June 8, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Thomas S. Harbin, Jr., M.D., M.B.A., Author, Ophthalmology

Dr. Tom Harbin is an an ophthalmologist and author of What Every Doctor Should Know...But Was Never Taught in Medical School.

Written by: Laura Turner

Published on: May 21, 2011

Residency and The Match

The Successful Match: Getting into Pediatrics

An interview with Dr. Su-Ting Li, program director of the University of California Davis pediatric residency program and Vice Chair of Education in the Department of Pediatrics.

Written by: Rajani Katta and Samir Desai

Published on: May 15, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Michelle Au, MD, Author

Michelle Au, MD, is an attending physician of anesthesiology at St. Joseph's Hospital, Atlanta, and author of "This Won't Hurt a Bit".

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: May 8, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Beth Seltzer, MD, MPH, Preventive Medicine

Dr. Beth Seltzer, board certified in Public Health and General Preventive Medicine, is a former documentary filmmaker and the author of 101 Careers in Public Health.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: May 1, 2011

Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Dr. Yvonne Thornton, MD, MPH, OB-GYN

Dr. Yvonne Thornton was the first African-American woman board certified in maternal-fetal medicine and a Pulitzer-prize nominated author.

Written by: Juliet Farmer

Published on: March 2, 2011

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