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Prehealth applicants worry about the importance of a research experience in the application process. Research ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated September 24, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Applicants have many assumptions about how health professions admissions processes work. While the community of ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated June 25, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Discover insights from Dr. Valentina Bonev, a breast surgical oncologist in Orange County, sharing her journey, expertise, and dedication to breast cancer care.
Kyle Magatelli
Updated June 19, 2025 by Kyle Magatelli
Discover what it’s really like to run a dental practice, balancing patient care, business management, compliance, and personal well-being for a successful career.
Sharib Manzoor, DDS
Updated August 21, 2026 by Sharib Manzoor, DDS
Many physicians believe leadership roles mean a pay cut, but data shows administrative positions often offer equal or higher compensation across specialties.
Krystal Lin, MD
Updated June 4, 2025 by Krystal Lin, MD
The Student Doctor Network is thrilled to announce the awardees of the 2025 SDN Prehealth ... Read more
Laura Turner
Updated June 5, 2025 by Laura Turner
Ezra Yu, DO, Internal Medicine PGY-2 at William Beaumont Army Medical Center at Fort Bliss, ... Read more
Alexander Salas
Updated May 21, 2025 by Alexander Salas
Aside from cost, only a few contractual provisions differ significantly from one policy to another. ... Read more
Lawrence B. Keller
Updated May 5, 2026 by Lawrence B. Keller
Meet Dr. Sharib Manzoor, a Kitchener-based general dentist with 30+ years of experience, passionate about patient care, mentorship, and blending science with artistry in dentistry.
Laura Turner
Updated May 7, 2025 by Laura Turner
Buying a home is a significant milestone, especially for medical students transitioning into residency. Owning ... Read more
David Collins
Updated May 5, 2026 by David Collins
The path to health professions is challenging for all students, but for immigrants and first-generation ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated April 23, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Transcripts are essential for graduate or professional school applications, and their delivery determines how smoothly ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated April 17, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Samuel Dyer, MD, PhD has worked for over 25 years as a Medical Science Liaison ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated April 9, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
As the CEO and Past President of a medical school with two U.S. campuses, I’ve ... Read more
Dr. David Lenihan, Ph.D., J.D., FRSM
Updated April 2, 2025 by Dr. David Lenihan, Ph.D., J.D., FRSM
In the demanding world of medicine, where every day presents new challenges and sacrifices, financial ... Read more
Dr. Josh Lumbley
Updated May 5, 2026 by Dr. Josh Lumbley
US medical school applicants are facing a changing landscape where situational judgment tests (SJTs) are ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated March 19, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD
We’re increasingly hearing about physician burnout, with roughly 50% to 60% of doctors exhibiting signs ... Read more
Sylvie Stacy, MD, MPH
Updated March 12, 2025 by Sylvie Stacy, MD, MPH
Meharry Medical College’s Physician Assistant Program is dedicated to advancing health equity by training diverse ... Read more
Jade O. Norman, PA-S3, MHS and Taylor Edwards
Updated March 5, 2025 by Jade O. Norman, PA-S3, MHS and Taylor Edwards
I’ve written before about the risks residents and fellows take by not utilizing the internal ... Read more
Greg Care
Updated February 27, 2025 by Greg Care
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