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Physician Q&A

20 Questions: Jackée Clement, MD, Family Physician

Dr. Jackée Clement, MD, is a family physician, founder of Good Journey Mental Health and Wellness, ... Read more

Kyle Magatelli

Updated August 1, 2024 by Kyle Magatelli

Pre-Veterinary

Pursuing a Combined DVM/PhD Program: A Path to Research in Veterinary Medicine

For pre-veterinary students with a keen interest in research, pursuing a combined DVM/PhD program can ... Read more

Megan Corbett, DVM, PhD

Updated August 21, 2026 by Megan Corbett, DVM, PhD

Inside Out - Emotions for Pre-Health Students. Image Courtesy Disney Pixar.

Medical (MD/DO)

Emote Control: “Inside Out” for Prehealth and Professional Development

The 2024 summer blockbuster film Inside Out 2 explores the complex emotions that first hit ... Read more

Emil Chuck, PhD

Updated July 9, 2024 by Emil Chuck, PhD

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SDN Student Advisory Council Announces 2024 Advisor of the Year Awardees

The Student Doctor Network Student Advisory Council today announced the awardees of their Advisor of the Year recognition. The 2024 awardees are: Public University: James Wasco, MD, Lead Medical School and Health Careers Advisor in the Michigan Athletics Career Center, University of Michigan Private University: Chloe Lash, PhD, Assistant Professor of Biology, University of […]