Philip Gachassin, MD
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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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How to make your ERAS residency application stand out

Having a mental map of the steps and documentation required to apply to residencies will help ensure a successful journey.

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Preparing for Residency
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6 MIN READ

Five physician specialties that spend the most time in the EHR

A new study compares EHR time demands among specialties, as well as which physicians are required to do the most work after hours.

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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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4 MIN READ

How physician specialty choices change between M2 and graduation

Survey data shows that most medical students change their specialty choices, and there are clear trends in which specialties are the beneficiaries.

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Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

Applying to more than 1 medical specialty? What you should know

From process to potential pitfalls, there’s much for applicants applying to multiple specialties in their physician residency program search to keep tabs on.

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Specialty Profiles
The Road to Residency
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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Tell a cohesive story on your physician residency application

What drives you to pursue a specialty? Tying that ambition to your experiences and other qualifications is key to a standout application packet.

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Preparing for Residency
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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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