Humanism: the heart of medicine beyond medical school
Humanism has always been at the heart of medicine. Spending time at the bedside with our patients and connecting with them helps us understand who
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Words are important: Improving doctor-patient communication
On the first day of medical school, one of my anatomy lab professors emphasized to us, “Words are important.” If we accidentally identified the “flexor
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Don’t shy away from seeking med school scholarships: Tips to finding, earning awards
Anna was a first-year medical student who came to me seeking advice for success in medical school. She was surprised when one of the topics
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From Pre-Med to Med: Making the Transition to Medical School
Making the transition from college to medical school is one of the biggest academic “leaps” a student can make. I was recently asked to address
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