Dress like an intern, not a hipster, not an executive When I was in first-year medicine I had my ears pierced and grew my hair out. I went to attend a surgery and showed up with my piercings in and my little ringlets popping out from beneath the surgical head ... Read more
Michael Mehlman
Updated March 12, 2019 by Michael Mehlman
Student Doctor Network
Updated April 16, 2025 by Student Doctor Network
Central to the skillset of every physician is the differential diagnosis; this is the process by which new patients are evaluated to establish the most likely diagnosis. Similarly, the first clinical year of medical school ... Read more
Brent Schnipke
Updated February 28, 2019 by Brent Schnipke
I knew residency was going to be hard. I had anticipated the long hours, weeks in a row without a two-day weekend (which, in an attempt to see the glass as half full, I have ... Read more
Megan Riddle
Updated June 26, 2022 by Megan Riddle
Reposted from here with permission. As a medical student, I always carry naloxone in my backpack. Naloxone is the antidote for opioid overdoses, and is readily available at most pharmacies in Boston. My medical school, ... Read more
Jawad Husain
Updated June 26, 2022 by Jawad Husain
I am getting restless hearing about what may or may not happen to the Affordable Care Act. And I am worried about the 18 to 22 million Americans who currently receive coverage through it. As ... Read more
Sumanth Kaja
Updated June 26, 2022 by Sumanth Kaja
As I enter the thick of studying for board exams, I’m reminded even more every day to stay calm, grounded, and keep my head clear. This is the last semester of my pre-clinical education (I ... Read more
Adelle
Updated June 26, 2022 by Adelle
Ding. The ring of a bell emanates from invisible speakers overhead, and the pre-med waltz begins. Immediately, a hallway of med school hopefuls grab the laminated neon sheets hanging on the doors in front of ... Read more
Emanuel Grant
Updated June 26, 2022 by Emanuel Grant
With Match Week approaching, this is an exciting and hectic time. As you prepare for the next phase of your medical career, it is also important to understand legal issues involved in the Match®, administered ... Read more
James P. Holloway
Updated June 26, 2022 by James P. Holloway
Mind mapping is a brainstorming technique that facilitates visualizing a comprehensive overview of one’s life narrative, highlighting key personal strengths and demonstrating professional competencies. Consequently, it is a valuable tool for students preparing for personal ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated April 16, 2025 by Student Doctor Network
Valentine’s Day can be hard for med students, medical professionals, and their spouses because all the other couples are out and about with their special someone. Where is your special someone? Your “person” in the ... Read more
Allie Hutchison
Updated June 26, 2022 by Allie Hutchison
The residency application process is winding down for the current cycle. As this is my second season reviewing applications to my residency program as a resident, I’ve across some insight that I wished I had as ... Read more
AJ Brown
Updated June 26, 2022 by AJ Brown
The Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (or CARS) section of the MCAT is occasionally placed on the backburner by prospective medical students who are focused on learning (and relearning) the information necessary for success on ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 26, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
Wondering if a career as a doctor would be a good fit for you? Already decided you want to apply to medical school, but not sure where to start? In order to help premedical students understand what ... Read more
Student Doctor Network
Updated June 26, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
Updated November 15, 2021. The article was updated to correct minor grammatical errors and to update formatting. Substance abuse is not too high on the list of worries for many American medical students. However, recent ... Read more
Brian Wu
Updated June 26, 2022 by Brian Wu
Aside from long hours and lots of studying, the other guarantee in medical school is financial stress. Unless you are fortunate enough to have a spouse whose medical education is paid for and you have ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 26, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk