Medical

MCAT 2015: Changes to the Exam

Read about planned changes to the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).

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Adventures with Dentures: Volunteering in an Assisted Living Community

By Becca Racz Sophomores with last names N-Z were supposed to call at 1:00. At 12:55, I was sitting on my bed, phone in hand, ready to press “dial.” The instant the clock turned to 1:00, I called. “Thank you …

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Conquering the MCAT: A Student Perspective

Get MCAT advice and tips from three high-scoring students!

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Accountable Care Organizations and Primary Care

Are ACOs and PCMHs the future of health care in the United States?

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Global Health Outreach: Nicaragua

University of Florida students are helping to end global health inequalities.

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20 Questions: Christopher K. Thiagarajah, MD

Dr. Christopher K. Thiagarajah shares his perspective on the field of oculoplastics and advice for students.

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Social Media & Online Reviews: a Blessing and a Curse for the Medical Profession

Advances in technology have made the sharing of information virtually unlimited and immediate. Dr. Andrew Doan discusses why this is both beneficial and potentially harmful to physicians and medical professionals.

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Drug Shortages: A Public Health Crisis

Dr. Rola Kaakeh discusses the broad public health impact of drug shortages and what is being done to address this important issue.

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Evidence, Subjectivity, and Medical School Admissions

Did you know the weather could affect the outcome of your medical school interview? Read more to get Dr. Jessica Freedman’s take on this issue.

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Behind the Scenes: Radio Rounds

Avash Kalra, founder of Radio Rounds, discusses his organization and its partnership with the Student Doctor Network.

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