Opportunities in the Indian Health Service
A detailed discussion of the volunteer, employment and scholarship opportunities available through the Indian Health Service.
Written by: William H. Burnett
Published on: August 30, 2009
Residency Match Success: Lessons Learned
What can medical students do to improve their chances of matching at the program of their choice? Jessica Freedman, MD, provides hints and tips.
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: August 16, 2009
Good Things Come to Those Who Are Waitlisted
Waiting is a key component of the medical school application process. Read more about one applicant's experiences being waitlisted.
Written by: Paul Goleb, Jr.
Published on: August 9, 2009
The Successful Match: Getting into Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology is one of the most competitive specialties. Learn what it takes to successfully match in this interview with Dr. Andrew Lee.
Written by: Rajani Katta and Samir Desai
Published on: August 2, 2009
20 Questions: Gary Flashner, MD [Family Medicine]
An interview with Dr. Gary Flashner, family physician and Vice President of Medical Content for ExitCare, LLC, whose experience includes serving as staff physician at Yosemite Medical Clinic in Yosemite National Park, California.
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: July 19, 2009
Caribbean Medical Schools: A Good Option?
Should you consider applying to a Caribbean medical school? Dr. Jessica Freedman details what you need to know when considering this option.
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: July 5, 2009
Opportunities in Medical Writing
As an active member and advisor on the Student Doctor Network forums, I’ve received countless ... Read more
Written by: Joseph Kim
Published on: June 21, 2009
The Successful Match: Interview with Dr. Marianne Green
An interview with Dr. Marianne Green, an expert on the views of program directors and the relative importance of residency selection criteria.
Written by: Rajani Katta and Samir Desai
Published on: May 10, 2009
Medical School Admissions: Lessons Learned
Keys to make your application stand out from the crowd.
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: May 3, 2009
Life as a Re-Applicant
How to survive your initial rejection and move on to re-apply to school.
Written by: Kara Hessel
Published on: April 20, 2009
The Application Process: Why Apply Early
The application process for medical school begins earlier than the deadlines. Do you understand the importance of applying early?
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: March 23, 2009
Getting Into Residency: Part 2
Should you follow-up with programs after an interview? How do you pick someone to write your letter of recommendation? What is appropriate to discuss at your interview?
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: February 9, 2009
Student Hosts
So you’ve scheduled an interview at your dream school and bought your plane ticket, but where will you stay the night before the interview?
Written by: Sameer Apte
Published on: January 8, 2009
Career Spotlight: Nuclear Pharmacy
Nuclear pharmacy is a specialized practice area in pharmacy that involves compounding and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: October 28, 2008
How to Survive Interview Travels
You’ve been waiting for what seems like an eternity. You practically snatch the mail from ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: October 13, 2008
Getting Into Residency: Part 1
You were able to get into medical school so you think it will be the ... Read more
Written by: Jessica Freedman
Published on: October 5, 2008
20 Questions: Harry Rosen, MD [Hospitalist, Author]
Dr. Harry Rosen was born in Israel and received his bachelor’s degree from California State ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: October 1, 2008
Natural Disasters: Staying Safe When In Harm’s Way
“This could be just as devastating if not more devastating than Katrina …” WDSU News ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: September 2, 2008
Atypical Drugs of Abuse
While some associate prescription drugs with expense and inconvenience, others seek out the drugs, lying ... Read more
Written by: SDN Staff
Published on: July 26, 2008