Monthly Archives: March 2008

Pre-Med Preparation: The Importance of Physician Shadowing

Posted on March 22, 2008 by admin

by Christian Becker, Author of The Official Student Doctor Network Medical School Admissions Guide Physician shadowing, in my opinion, is one of the best extracurricular activities in which a pre-medical student can engage for several reasons: 1. It provides you …

Posted in Medical | Tagged application, physician, recommendation letters | 72 Comments

Essay Workshop 101: Lesson 2: What “They” Look For

Posted on March 20, 2008 by admin

Quotes by members of EssayEdge panel of admissions officers in italics. During that first, quick look at your file (transcripts, science and nonscience GPAs, MCAT scores, application, recommendations, and personal statement), what the admissions committee seeks is essentially the same: …

Posted in Audiology, Dental, Medical, Optometry, Pharmacy, Podiatry, Psychology, Rehab Sci, Veterinary | Tagged applications, essay, personal statement | Leave a comment

20 Questions: Lee C. Rogers, DPM [Diabetic Limb Salvage]

Posted on March 15, 2008 by admin

by Sarah M. Lawrence SDN Staff Writer Lee C. Rogers, DPM is the director of the Amputation Prevention Center at Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Rogers graduated from podiatric medical school at Des Moines University and completed …

Posted in Podiatrist Profiles, Podiatry | Tagged 20 Questions, interview, podiatrist | 14 Comments

Sign on the Dotted Line: No-Harm Contracts in the Clinical Setting

Posted on March 12, 2008 by admin

When working with a depressed patient the risk of suicide is a very real and present concern. Health care professionals need to be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively. The literature suggests a multi-faceted approach to assess and address the …

Posted in Audiology, Dental, Medical, Optometry, Pharmacy, Podiatry, Psychology, Rehab Sci | Tagged feature article, healthcare, legal | 5 Comments

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