Studying Medicine Abroad in English – Caribbean and Europe
Studying medicine at English-taught medical schools overseas could provide good opportunities for some students.
Written by: Moshe Cohen
Published on: September 29, 2014
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Avoiding Business Mistakes as a New Doctor
Avoid common business mistakes to make a smooth transition to private practice.
Written by: Kristen Gramigna
Published on: September 26, 2014
How to Find the Strength to Keep Going: Words of Advice from a Third-Year
When medicine burns you out, find strength in remembering why you're there.
Written by: Jarna Shah
Published on: September 24, 2014
The Fatal Failings of Evidence Based Medicine
Improper use of an originally a good idea can lead to a medical system focused on group outcomes, not individuals.
Written by: John F. Hunt, MD
Published on: September 17, 2014
Speaking Out On Suicide
There is no simple solution to physician suicide, but it begins with awareness and discussion.
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: September 8, 2014
“Are There any Physicians on Board, We Have a Medical Emergency”
You never know when someone's well-being is going to depend on the skills you're learning.
Written by: Manik Aggarwal
Published on: August 27, 2014
A Day in the Life: A Look at the Medical School Clerkship Year – Part II
A look at a day in the life of a third year student and what the clinical rotations experience entails.
Written by: Alex Cole
Published on: August 20, 2014
A Day in the Life: A Look at the Medical School Clerkship Year – Part I
A look at a day in the life of a third year student and what the clinical rotations experience entails.
Written by: Alex Cole
Published on: August 18, 2014
What I Wasn’t Meant To Do in Medical School
Don't be surprised if your medical school experience changes the idea of the future you had envisioned for yourself.
Written by: Farah Kahn
Published on: July 30, 2014
What’s in Your iTunes? Podcasts for the Medically Minded
Whether your goal is education or entertainment, there is likely a medically oriented podcast out ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: July 23, 2014
Five Paid Ways to Get Clinical Experience
There are a number of ways you can gain clinical experience for your medical school application while earning money at the same time.
Written by: Deborah Gutman, MD, MPH
Published on: July 14, 2014
How Do I Get Paid? A Beginner's Guide to Physician Compensation
Understanding the role of compensation models and their interplay with contract benefits, coverage and your personal life is crucial to successfully negotiating a compensation package post-residency.
Written by: Sidney Christiansen
Published on: July 7, 2014
It's Not a Failure: Taking Personal Leave from Medical School
Taking personal leave from medical school can help you recover from tough situations and succeed in your future career.
Written by: MedSchoolQueen
Published on: June 20, 2014
20 Questions: Rebecca A. Lubelczyk, MD, Correctional Healthcare
Rebecca Lubelczuk shares her thoughts on the field of correctional medicine and offers some advice for students.
Written by: Juliet Farmer
Published on: June 9, 2014
20 Questions: John Hunt, MD, Pediatric Pulmonology/Allergy/Immunology
Dr. John Hunt discusses his varied career as a pediatric asthma specialist, military physician, academic, novelist, and entrepreneur, and offers some advice for students.
Written by: Student Doctor Network
Published on: May 23, 2014
Six Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer
Make the most of your summer to round out your medical school applications.
Written by: AAMC Staff
Published on: May 7, 2014
Practical Advice for the Medical School Applicant
Pay attention to details and avoid missteps to make your application stand out.
Written by: Brian Walcott
Published on: May 2, 2014
Navigating Your Future: A Roadmap to Specialty Exploration
Starting early and allowing yourself time to explore specialties during your first three years of school will put you in strong position to apply and match into the field that best suits you.
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: April 21, 2014
Letters of Recommendation for Medical School: Everything You Need to Know
Letters of recommendation can be one of the most important parts of an application. Here we answer some of the most commonly asked questions about LORs.
Written by: Evan Shih
Published on: April 16, 2014