Posts Tagged ‘Medical School’
How I Ward Off Depression in Residency
“At least you took a shower today,” I thought, as I slowly put on my pajamas and climbed back into bed. A week had gone by since I last left my apartment, other than to attend some classes, and I’d […]
Read moreWhat to Expect – First Semester in Medical School
I gazed out of the window of the Cessna aircraft carrying a total of 3 passengers, thinking about how far I had come, and how far I had yet to go, while I struggled to keep my mind off of […]
Read moreHow to Stay Mentally Strong During USMLE Step 1 Preparation
One of the biggest challenges during the preparation for the Step 1 is staying positive and mentally strong. It sounds easy, “Yes! Stay positive!” but the anxiety, the fear of the unknown, and the expectations we place on ourselves have the power to put us in a downward spiral. Following are a few tips and pointers students should keep in mind that may help them with their fears and anxiety.
Read moreDoes Race Affect Medical School Acceptance Rates?
“I mean… I’m a white guy so it’s harder now for me to get in (to medical school).” My heart sank when I heard these words. As hard I tried, I couldn’t shake the feeling that my medical degree was […]
Read moreFirst US Insurer to Build Medical School
When it comes to HMO’s, it doesn’t get much bigger than Kaiser Permanente. When they make a move, the medical establishment takes notice. But their latest announcement was a bold one – the Oakland, CA based firm is launching a […]
Read moreCaribbean Medical School – Things to Know
Aspiring to become a doctor is a noble venture, but what if you are one of the many that did not qualify for the Medical Schools to which you applied? Fortunately for individuals determined enough to make it, another viable […]
Read moreWhat really motivates physicians in training?
Editors note: Today we are sharing a new medical cartoon called The Elephant in the OR. This comic is the creation of 4th year medical student Mikael Plymoth, and is reprinted here at Healthcare Career Resources with express permission. In today’s strip […]
Read moreTop 15 Things I Wish I Knew Before Medical School
Medical school is expensive! I went to an out-of-state school instead of staying at my in-state school for the prestige. You will learn the same knowledge and still be called a doctor once you graduate, no matter where you go. […]
Read moreGood Reason / Real Reason – A Lesson from Medical School
Within the practice of medicine, there are what we call pearls, bits of knowledge that you don’t usually find in textbooks, or hear in lectures. It’s in the field where you understand them. Sometimes you know immediately that a phrase […]
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