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Alpa Shah, MD
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7 MIN READ

What it’s like in perinatal and reproductive psychiatry

Alpa Shah, MD, feels the most rewarding part of perinatal and reproductive psychiatry is helping women make informed decisions for a healthy pregnancy.

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Philip Gachassin, MD
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5 MIN READ

What it's like in general surgery: Shadowing Dr. Gachassin

Philip Gachassin, MD, says work-life balance is difficult to achieve as a general surgeon, but making a difference for patients is highly rewarding.

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Natasha Prince, MD
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6 MIN READ

What it's like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Prince

Natasha Prince, MD, an ob-gyn, says that while days can be long, nothing beats being involved in the birth of a baby.

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Heather Kowalski, MD
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7 MIN READ

What it's like to specialize in pediatric orthopaedic surgery

Heather Kowalski, MD, a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at University of Iowa Health Care, feels privileged to help children through scary, stressful times.

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Sam Mossallam, MD
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5 MIN READ

What it's like in emergency medicine: Shadowing Dr. Mossallam

AMA member Sam Mossallam, MD, says one of the rewards of working in emergency medicine is being part of society’s safety net.

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Amish J. Dave, MD
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8 MIN READ

What it's like in rheumatology: Shadowing Dr. Amish J. Dave

AMA member Amish J. Dave, MD, MPH, says rheumatologists must be comfortable with diagnostic uncertainty and ready to help patients navigate treatments.

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L. Wesley Aldred, MD
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5 MIN READ

What it's like in pulmonary and critical care: Shadowing Dr. Aldred

Despite the challenges of life in the ICU, AMA member L. Wesley Aldred, MD, enjoys guiding patients and their families through severe illness.

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Jordon Despain, MD
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5 MIN READ

What it’s like in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Despain

AMA member Jordon Despain, MD, says one of the most important skills in family medicine is listening in such a way that people feel heard.

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Rachel Clement, MD
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10 MIN READ

What it’s like to specialize in anesthesiology: Shadowing Dr. Clement

AMA member Rachel Clement, MD, says the most rewarding part of being an anesthesiologist is coming up with plans that address patients’ concerns.

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