Burnout, In Retrospect: A Physician’s Experience
It took around four years to experience burnout. It was 3 A.M. in a rural ... Read more
David Beran
Updated August 21, 2026 by David Beran
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A Guide to Pets During Medical School and Residency
Pets can be wonderfully rewarding companions. In fact, psychological and physical benefits in humans have ... Read more
Harrison Snyder
Updated August 23, 2022 by Harrison Snyder
5 Tips for Surviving Medical School
As you transition from being a premedical student to a bonafide medical student, it quickly ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 23, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
What Is An Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Really Like?
Orthopaedic surgery is a specialty that has an intense reputation. It’s known for being competitive, ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated February 19, 2026 by Amy Rakowczyk
Coping With An Overwhelmed Spouse
In last month’s article, we addressed the big elephant in the room during medical training: mental ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated January 7, 2020 by Amy Rakowczyk
Staying Afloat: 12 Tips for Juggling Research with Your Classes
Medical school can often feel like an impossible juggling act. Students are constantly struggling to ... Read more
Trevor C. Hunt
Updated June 24, 2022 by Trevor C. Hunt
Dealing With The Unexpected
I’ve officially begun my interview trial! I’ll catalog more about my experiences as I go, ... Read more
Adelle
Updated June 24, 2022 by Adelle
A-Earners vs Life-Long Learners
The struggle of dental students to find academic balance It’s the morning of an exam. ... Read more
Kelsey Gwin
Updated June 24, 2022 by Kelsey Gwin
Self-Care Is Not Selfish
We’re a few months into the new medical year and wherever your spouse is at ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 26, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
Should You Consider a Long-Distance Relationship In Medical School?
I resisted dating my long-time friend for months after it became obvious that we were ... Read more
Cassandra Hollman
Updated June 24, 2022 by Cassandra Hollman
Finding Balance As A Mother and Surgeon
The same afternoon that I offered to write an article espousing all of my triumphs ... Read more
Kara Hessel
Updated February 16, 2019 by Kara Hessel
Applying to Medical School While Pregnant
I applied early as a non-traditional and disadvantaged student. I applied myself to repair my ... Read more
KL Brown
Updated August 21, 2026 by KL Brown
What To Expect: Intern Year
You’ve likely heard the rumors about the dreaded Intern Year. It’s the worst of the ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 25, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
Q&A with Dr. James Dahle, Emergency Medicine, Founder of White Coat Investor
Dr. James Dahle is a practicing emergency physician and founder of White Coat Investor, a ... Read more
Gloria Onwuneme
Updated June 25, 2022 by Gloria Onwuneme
Should You Consider Romance When Selecting a Med School?
Med school can test a relationship. Lauren wrote in to ask us to what extent ... Read more
The Short Coat Podcast
Updated August 21, 2026 by The Short Coat Podcast
A Few Practical Thoughts for Dealing with Death in Medicine
Death is an unfortunately common event in the field of medicine. How do you deal ... Read more
Katie Imbrock
Updated January 8, 2019 by Katie Imbrock
Med Student Parents, Part 2 | Plan for Debt but Don’t Worry
This time, a mom’s point of view. On our last show, we fielded a question ... Read more
The Short Coat Podcast
Updated August 21, 2026 by The Short Coat Podcast
The Top 3 Myths About Medical School
Maybe you have been watching Untold Stories of the E.R. on loop, and you are ... Read more
Cassie Kosarek
Updated June 26, 2022 by Cassie Kosarek
“We Don’t Carry Gloves in Your Size”
Reasons women should not pursue surgery discredited Before I even started medical school, I knew ... Read more
Kara Hessel
Updated June 26, 2022 by Kara Hessel
