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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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