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What it's like to be in sleep medicine: Shadowing Dr. Chervin

A clinical sleep specialist has a positive impact on the health, productivity, quality of life and enjoyment of waking hours of patients. One physician involved in patient care, research and education describes his work.

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What it's like to be in obesity medicine: Shadowing Dr. Lazarus

Learn what daily life is like as an obesity specialist. Dr. Ethan Lazuras, an officer of the Obesity Medicine Association, helps med students decide if this career is right for them.

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What it's like to be in endocrine surgery: Shadowing Dr. Krishnamurthy

Learn what daily life is like as an endocrine surgeon. Dr. Vikram D. Krishnamurthy shares some of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of caring for patients in endocrine surgery.

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What it's like to be in neurology: Shadowing Dr. Govindarajan

Wondering what medical specialty is right for you? Meet Dr. Raghav Govindarajan, a neurologist who works at a university hospital, as he shares insights on his career.

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What it's like to be in nephrology: Shadowing Dr. Desai

After med school, what specialty would be a good fit? If you wonder what it’s like to be a nephrologist, read about Dr. Tejas Desai. From patient load to key personality traits, discover if this field is worth a closer look.

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What it's like to be in otolaryngology: Shadowing Dr. Gillespie

Learn what daily life is like as an ear, nose and throat physician. Dr. Christina Gillespie discusses work-life balance as an otolaryngologist. Dr. Gillespie also offers advice to women med students on choosing a specialty.

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What it's like to be in vascular surgery: Shadowing Dr. Aziz

Learn what it’s like to practice vascular surgery in a university hospital. Dr. Faisal Aziz shares some of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of caring for patients.

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What it's like to be in infectious disease: Shadowing Dr. Nahass

Learning about different specialties helps when it’s time to choose where you’d like to focus your medical training. Ronald Nahass, MD, an infectious diseases specialist discusses what it’s like to be in private practice.

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What it's like to be in infectious disease: Shadowing Dr. Schmitt

Interested in a specialty in infectious diseases? Find out more about this practice area is to read a profile of Steven K. Schmitt, MD. See what he has to say about some of the challenging and rewarding aspects of caring for patients.

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