Much of the general public believes oncology is a “sad” field. Amol Narang, and many other practicing oncologists, disagree. Learn about his inspiring profession and why he would choose to be an oncologist time and time again.
Foghorn Therapeutics Breaks New Ground in Cancer Epigenetics
Posted by | Perspectives in ResearchEpigenetic drugs are an emerging class of cancer therapeutics. In this article, Ph.D. candidate Roshan Chikarmane introduces Foghorn Therapeutics, its co-founder, Cigall Kadoch, and the science behind their drug development program.
‘I Think I can Trust You’: Unpacking a Patient’s Words
Posted by | A Day in the LifeA medical student reflects on a recent encounter with a patient who shared painful details of his life for the first time.
A Plant in Every Lab
Posted by | A Day in the LifeFeeling burned out? You are not alone. With so much time spent indoors, it is more important than ever to connect with nature. Research has shown that adding houseplants to your surroundings can improve your mood as well as your ability to learn, concentrate and be productive.
COVID-19 Healthcare Disruption and Potentially Unreported STIs
Posted by | Perspectives in ResearchThe COVID-19 pandemic has impacted healthcare systems in many ways beyond direct care of COVID-19 patients. One disruption lies in the public health infrastructure for reporting of infectious diseases, such as sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Writing to the Medical Community About USMLE Step 1 Scoring Change
Posted by | A Day in the LifeThree medical students at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine recently published an article in response to an important decision that will change how applicants to medical residency programs will be evaluated beginning in 2022.
The Bayview Oath: Transcending Barriers in the Time of COVID-19
Posted by | A Day in the LifeEvery year, a new crop of interns at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center creates an oath, a “North Star” to help guide us through residency and reaffirm our collective commitment to humanism and professionalism. This year it will be a bit different.
Fifteen Minutes of Companionship
Posted by | A Day in the LifeFirst-year medical student Alisha Dziarski discusses her experiences meeting and bonding with her classmates through Zoom and a COVID-19-adapted anatomy lab.
Scenic Fall Sights in Maryland
Posted by | Events and HappeningsMaryland has plenty of beautiful sights, be it through scenic drives or stunning hiking trails. Take some time for yourself, and find peace in these natural masterpieces.
Vaccine Season in Full Swing
Posted by | Perspectives in ResearchWith cold and flu season fast approaching, the push to vaccinate communities against influenza is greater than ever. Meanwhile, COVID-19 vaccine trials are working furiously to release a winning candidate by the end of the year.