Authors of News & Leadership Viewpoints Bookmark Staff News Writer AMA Affiliated Groups News Writer, Authors Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team. News Authors Catalog of Topics USMLE® Step 3 Jan 15, 2019 · 4 MIN READ Kaplan USMLE Step 3 prep: Woman with rash, weight loss, fatigue The case: A 52-year-old woman has a rash on her face, back, arms and hands. After starting high-dose steroids, what is the next step? Hypertension Jan 14, 2019 · 2 MIN READ How to get the most accurate blood pressure measurement Seemingly minor issues can affect accurate blood pressure measurement, artificially inflating a patient’s blood pressure by anywhere from two to 40 mmHg. Ethics Jan 11, 2019 · 4 MIN READ How can physicians care, and advocate for, undocumented immigrants? Undocumented immigrants are among the country’s most vulnerable populations. This is how physicians can help address immigration-related fears and anxieties that affect their health. Specialty Profiles Jan 10, 2019 · 4 MIN READ The top 5 medical specialties with the highest student-loan debts Wondering how much you might owe before even starting practice in a particular specialty? We have the figures. USMLE® Step 3 Jan 8, 2019 · 3 MIN READ Kaplan USMLE Step 3: Which medication caused HIV+ man’s symptoms? After 10 days in the hospital, an HIV-positive patient’s serum bicarbonate and potassium level drop while chloride increases. Which medication caused this? Specialty Profiles Jan 8, 2019 · 9 MIN READ What it’s like in urologic oncology: Shadowing Dr. Mirza For Moben Mirza, MD, life in this medical specialty is busy but intensely satisfying. Find out more about the specialty of urologic oncology. Hypertension Jan 3, 2019 · 5 MIN READ What you need to know about self-measured blood pressure monitoring Self-measured blood pressure monitoring can improve the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension. Find out what you need to know to get started. Medical School Life Jan 2, 2019 · 4 MIN READ Here's your must-have checklist for med school success Find out more about this easy-to-navigate rundown of the top tasks students should prioritize during the early years of training. Load More
