Category: Practicing Medicine
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How Can Modern Technologies Help Solve The World’s Persistent Health Issues? VR Offers Us A Look
Utilizing existing technologies creatively can lead to groundbreaking contributions in healthcare innovation. All it requires is thinking through a creative perspective. For a perfect example, just turn to VR. It’s being used to train physicians… Read more
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Recognizing the Connections Between Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Responsible Prescriptions
Mental health conditions and substance use disorders are prevalent and often interconnected. Physicians must carefully prescribe controlled substances, considering individual patient needs and potential for misuse or side effects. This starts with physicians taking the… Read more
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Faulty Memories Don’t Need to Turn into Faulty Healthcare
Our memories are not as reliable as we think. Learning how and why what we remember is easily influenced can help all you future physicians give the best care by mindfully preserving objectivity in the… Read more
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Embracing The Technological Renaissance in Medicine—With Careful Optimism
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing medicine by assisting in patient care, diagnoses, and surgeries. Despite its efficiency, AI lacks human creativity and empathy, leading to potential limitations and risks in medical settings. However, it complements healthcare… Read more
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The Jarring Price of Seniors’ Everyday Health
The healthcare crisis in the US presents a growing challenge with rising medication costs and inadequate insurance coverage. Many seniors struggle to afford essential drugs, impacting their health and forcing difficult choices. Healthcare professionals must… Read more
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Dr. Jeff Kronson, Vascular Surgeon Extraordinaire
Dr. Jeffrey Kronson, a vascular surgeon, found his passion through various rotations, emphasizing the importance of early exposure to different specialties. His rigorous training and experiences in hospital and clinic settings shaped his perspective on… Read more
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When Healthcare and Tech Careers Meet
For surgeons, it’s important to know what other jobs are being done to make working inside the OR possible. Surgery is a team effort, and everyone should be familiar with that team. For other pre-med… Read more
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Even During A Pandemic, Big Pharma Continued Its Questionable Business Practices
“Big Pharma” is often criticized for medication pricing and its poor handling of health crises. Surgeons should understand Big Pharma’s structure to make informed decisions and advocate for medication affordability. Profits are often prioritized over… Read more
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Hey, Dr. Chou—Is Medicine Even The Right Choice For Me?
Choosing a career in medicine entails enduring years of challenging education and demanding training. The pursuit is not just about prestige or financial gain, but about genuine passion and fulfillment. Dr. Jean Chou emphasizes the… Read more
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The Surgeon and Their Opioid Rx
After surgery, effective pain management is crucial for patient comfort and recovery. Opioids, commonly prescribed for pain relief, can lead to addiction. They interact with brain receptors, mimicking the effects of natural endorphins, causing tolerance… Read more
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