Physician Profiles

20 Questions: Dr. Yvonne Thornton, MD, MPH

20 Questions: Dr. Yvonne Thornton, MD, MPH

By WildWing | Published: March 2, 2011

Dr. Yvonne Thornton was the first African-American woman board certified in maternal-fetal medicine and a Pulitzer-prize nominated author.

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20 Questions: Timur Durrani [Preventive Medicine/Medical Toxicology]

20 Questions: Timur Durrani [Preventive Medicine/Medical Toxicology]

By WildWing | Published: July 25, 2010

Timur Durrani, MD, MPH, MBA is a Major in the U.S. Army Reserve and currently a medical toxicology fellow at UCSF.

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White Coat Wisdom: Discussion with Dr. George Schneider

White Coat Wisdom: Discussion with Dr. George Schneider

By admin | Published: November 15, 2009

An excerpt from White Coat Wisdom by Stephen J. Busalacchi discussing the current healthcare system with the Medical Director of the Milwaukee Free Clinic, Dr. George Schneider.

Also posted in Health Care Policy, Internal Medicine, Medical | Tagged , , | 5 Comments
Evidence-Based Medicine: Is American medical care based on science or politics?

Evidence-Based Medicine: Is American medical care based on science or politics?

By WildWing | Published: September 27, 2009

Is medical care in the United States based on scientific evidence or politics? An interview with Dr. Al Berg, an evidence-based medicine specialist.

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Opportunities in the Indian Health Service

Opportunities in the Indian Health Service

By WildWing | Published: August 30, 2009

A detailed discussion of the volunteer, employment and scholarship opportunities available through the Indian Health Service.

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The Successful Match: Getting into Ophthalmology

The Successful Match: Getting into Ophthalmology

By WildWing | Published: August 2, 2009

Ophthalmology is one of the most competitive specialties. Learn what it takes to successfully match in this interview with Dr. Andrew Lee.

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20 Questions: Gary Flashner, MD [Family Medicine]

20 Questions: Gary Flashner, MD [Family Medicine]

By WildWing | Published: July 19, 2009

An interview with Dr. Gary Flashner, family physician and Vice President of Medical Content for ExitCare, LLC, whose experience includes serving as staff physician at Yosemite Medical Clinic in Yosemite National Park, California.

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NOVA's Doctors' Diaries

NOVA’s Doctors’ Diaries

By WildWing | Published: April 13, 2009

An SDN Interview Exclusive: In 1987, NOVA’s cameras began rolling to chronicle the lives of seven medical students, embarking on their years-long journey to become doctors.

Also posted in Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Medical, Ophthalmology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry | Tagged , , , , | 17 Comments
Interview Tips and Techniques

Interview Tips and Techniques

By admin | Published: January 22, 2009

The school interview inspires anxiety and anticipation. A test of poise and communication skills, the interview is a key component of the school application package.

Also posted in Audiology, Dental, Medical, Optometry, Pharmacy, Podiatry, Psychology, Rehab Sci, Veterinary | Tagged , | 4 Comments

20 Questions: Harry Rosen, MD [Hospitalist, Author]

By admin | Published: October 1, 2008

Dr. Harry Rosen was born in Israel and received his bachelor’s degree from California State University, Northridge. He attended The Sackler School of Medicine, obtaining his M.D. in 2000. He completed his residency at West Los Angeles Veterans Administration in …

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