If you think the ability to make a major contribution to medical progress requires years of professional practice, think again. A group of medical students at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso are working to develop an innovative technology that could significantly improve the way doctors diagnose concussions. Dubbed Minus Tau (for the …
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It’s not at all uncommon for college students to have a change of heart or mind mid-degree and switch academic majors and even career goals. In fact, statistics show that 50 percent to 70 percent of students change their majors at least once, and most change majors at least three times before they graduate. So, …
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Medical students at Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons recently received an assignment they likely never imagined – To create an accurate sketch of Walt Disney’s Mickey Mouse. It’s part of an innovative course titled “Comics and Visual Storytelling” and ultimately serves to help medical students better understand and empathize with future patients. The …
Among the most challenging aspects of medical school is choosing the right specialty. But if you’re having trouble making a decision, it’s good to know that you’re certainly not alone. In fact, statistics show that just one in four medical school graduates end up pursuing the same specialty that they declared the summer before beginning …
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If you’re taking premed courses and serious about a career in medicine, it’s highly recommended that you spend some time shadowing a physician. Not only does it communicate your commitment to medical school admissions professionals, but this bit of real-world experience also will help you hone in on the particular career path that’s right for you. …
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Applying for medical school is not for the faint of heart. After all, securing a spot in at a reputable school is highly competitive and the number of hopeful applicants grows each year. To help boost your chances of success, be mindful of these five common mistakes: Not knowing the process: Most graduate school applications are …
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If you’re planning a future in the medical field, there are many ways to prepare long before you hit medical school, including shadowing physicians, volunteering at clinics and participating in medically-focused missions trips. Another great way to prepare, and get paid while you’re at it, is to work as a medical scribe. A medical scribe essentially …
Medical school alone is a heavy time and money commitment. That’s why many students opt out of undergraduate research. But that may prove a mistake. Here are six top benefits to participating in independent research while in medical school: It will boost your performance in other classes: Research directly employs a range of skills including critical …
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If you’re considering a medical career, no doubt you’ve heard news of a coming physician shortage. Researchers with the Association of Medical Colleges predict a total physician shortage of 17 percent by 2025, reflecting a demand that exceeds supply by more than 90,000. Family practice alone will fall short more than 130,000 physicians and more …
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If you’re planning a career in the medical field, no doubt you’ve read news of the coming nationwide shortage of physicians. Researchers with the Association of American Medical Colleges expects a deficit of over 130,000 family physicians alone by 2025, and more than 20 specialties expect significant shortages as well. Experts say that patients living in …
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