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As a medical student, you’ve probably already developed a habit of reading research papers. And if you’re like many of your peers, you’ve adopted a particular way of doing it: perhaps you take a glance at the abstract, then skim…
While some med students may feel relief from Step 1 going pass/fail, others may still be wondering, “What happens if I fail Step 1? Without a score, how will I know how to improve when I retake the exam?” Whether…
When it comes to what is internal medicine vs family medicine, it can be tough to know where the line is. Careers in internal medicine (IM) and family medicine (FM) have a lot in common, but as we’ll see, there…
We’ve all had that awkward, sinking feeling when you realize you have to ask your attending for feedback… Picture it: it’s the end of a chaotic rounding day. Your evaluation form is due tomorrow, but you haven’t dropped it off…
I was very excited for my first day in an operating room, but woefully unprepared for what to expect. Part of that was not understanding the flow of an OR and worrying I would embarrass myself in the unfamiliar environment.…
It’s 7:58 a.m. Rounds start in two minutes. You’ve pre-rounded, written your note, and reviewed your labs. You know your patient’s story cold. You’re ready to give your SOAP presentation—the presentation you’ll give every single morning for every patient you’re…
Are you looking for a SOAP note example that’ll show you how to complete your notes in a professional manner? If so, we can help! This post breaks down every section of a SOAP progress note and provides you with…
Dr. Brian Radvansky, Dr. Emma Husain, and Dr. Eli Freiman contributed to this post. Think about the last time you were engaged in conversation and your eyes and part of your attention drifted to read a text message while still…
According to research at Stanford School of Medicine, instrumental music can help you absorb and interpret new information, boost your mood, and improve motivation. While studying, music can serve as consistent and predictable background noise, helping to drown out unpredictable sounds or disturbances…
If you’re starting on your ERAS personal statement, chances are you’re struggling with your “hook” (or introductory paragraph). We get it—”blank page syndrome” is real! Rather than turning to ChatGPT to write your essay for you, we’re here to help…