A Day in the Life of a Medical Student
Through triumphs, inspiration and heartache, our medical students offer rich, vivid accounts of their time at the school of medicine. Here are some of our… Read More »A Day in the Life of a Medical Student
A Day in the Life
I’m Alive!
Her first impression: The supernatural world was surprisingly similar to reality. She opened her eyes and looked around. Lifting her hand in disbelief, she slowly… Read More »I’m Alive!
Delivering Your Goals
On Day 1 of my residency in the Gyn/Ob department at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, I remember feeling intimidated by all the… Read More »Delivering Your Goals
Electronic Health Records Shape the Medical Student Experience
While entering a clinic room one day, I closely followed the attending physician as she greeted the patient and made introductions. That morning I was… Read More »Electronic Health Records Shape the Medical Student Experience
Lessons from the Wards
At the end of May, I finished graduate school and resumed medical school. Returning to clinical rotations with a fresh perspective, I have been able… Read More »Lessons from the Wards
The Universal Lab Language
On the floor where I work in the preclinical teaching building at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, there are a variety of postdoctoral… Read More »The Universal Lab Language
The Organization of Student Representatives: A Student Government of Medical Education
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is well known to premedical students. Founded in 1876, the AAMC — comprised of all 151 accredited U.S.… Read More »The Organization of Student Representatives: A Student Government of Medical Education
Open Access: Making Scientific Findings Available to All
Most would agree that a principal goal of scientific research is to enhance society’s understanding of the world around us. In biomedical research, we are… Read More »Open Access: Making Scientific Findings Available to All
Teaching About Vaccines — A Miracle of Modern Medicine
As an immunologist-to-be, few things frustrate me more than hearing of misinformed antivaccine sentiments. I have been of the opinion for some time now that… Read More »Teaching About Vaccines — A Miracle of Modern Medicine
Tips for Attending an International Conference
In January, my thesis adviser asked me if I wanted to attend the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology meeting in Amsterdam, which is scheduled for… Read More »Tips for Attending an International Conference