Surgery Simulation During the Pandemic
Photo courtesy of the author. “I think this stitch could be placed a little closer to the last one,” a resounding voice said through the… Read More »Surgery Simulation During the Pandemic
A Day in the Life
Graduating in the Time of COVID-19
A photo featured on the Wellesley College website in May 2016 — the Science Center, embellished in red — was how I always imaged my… Read More »Graduating in the Time of COVID-19
Become a Biomedical Odyssey Blogger!
Our medical students, residents, postdocs and fellows have a lot to share — from daily life in the classroom, tips on thriving during residency, new… Read More »Become a Biomedical Odyssey Blogger!
Why Cooking Is Like Surgery
Photo courtesy of the author. At first glance, both cooking and surgery require washing your hands beforehand and a clean and organized environment. A familiar… Read More »Why Cooking Is Like Surgery
‘Tis The Season For Safe, Effective Vaccines
In mid-2021 as the COVID-19 vaccines became broadly available, I remember seeing patients as part of my first-year medical-student clinic rotation and hearing numerous reasons… Read More »‘Tis The Season For Safe, Effective Vaccines
Where and How to Find a Used Car in Baltimore
Motivation to learn the unknown is a critical part of my work as a researcher. I once spent two years building a half-million dollar, two-photon… Read More »Where and How to Find a Used Car in Baltimore
On the Run in Baltimore
Photo provided courtesy of author. I’ve been on the run in Baltimore. Every morning at 7 a.m., I step outside my apartment for a run… Read More »On the Run in Baltimore
Pumpkin Spice and Sweater Weather: Fall Is Almost Here in Baltimore!
All photos provided courtesy of author. One of the best parts of being a student at Johns Hopkins has been the opportunity to explore the… Read More »Pumpkin Spice and Sweater Weather: Fall Is Almost Here in Baltimore!
Words of Wisdom from Fellow Students
Welcome to Medical School! Now what? As the school year begins, learners across the School of Medicine have words of wisdom to share with incoming… Read More »Words of Wisdom from Fellow Students
Learning to Drive in Baltimore
I am a slow learner, especially when it comes to motor skills. My mom told me I started walking at 18 months and saying “mama”… Read More »Learning to Drive in Baltimore