David R. Lambert, MD
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For 4th year, students get specialty-specific prep for residency

A program at University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry aims to help students prepare for residency by highlighting specialty-specific competencies.

Specialty Profiles
Physicians walk down hallway of hospital.
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Shadowing reveals more efficient ways to practice medicine

At a Washington state health system, physicians are shadowed by consultants who offer ways to improve workflow, cut clicks without compromising care.

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8 MIN READ

What it’s like to specialize in addiction medicine: Shadowing Dr. Baxter

Meet Louis E. Baxter, MD, who says patience with insurers and patients with substance-use disorders is needed to thrive in this specialty.

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"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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What it’s like to specialize in urology: Shadowing Dr. McNeil

Meet Brian Keith McNeil, MD, who says affability, availability, ability and empathy are key to succeeding as a urologist.

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What it’s like in critical care medicine: Shadowing Dr. Bosslet

In this specialty, death is a daily reality. To help families with often heartbreaking decisions is an awesome responsibility.

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What it’s like to specialize in forensic pathology: Shadowing Dr. Melinek

Working in the coroner’s office and as a consultant, this forensic pathologist lets curiosity be her guide while maintaining good work-life balance.

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Preventive medicine at the state level: Shadowing Dr. Braund

The last in a series about preventive medicine, the state health officer for Wyoming talks about her work on behalf of more than 500,000 people.

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Another take on preventive medicine: Shadowing Dr. Carr

A physician working in multiple practice settings offers insights into a specialty in which one person’s efforts can have an impact on millions.

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What it’s like in preventive medicine: Shadowing Dr. Blumenthal

Preventive medicine has numerous practice areas. This first in a three-part series on this specialty profiles a physician in public health.

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