medicine

  1. D

    Interests in BME after doing BS and MS in Sciences

    I've completed my BS in Neurobiology and MS in Medical Physiology. I'm looking to apply to med school programs next summer after taking my MCAT Jan 2019. This summer I have done a lot of reading and research into companies that create medical devices and have used BME to produce "cutting edge"...
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    ROAD Specialties vs Dentistry

    I'm not sure if this is the right forum, but I wanted to learn some more on the ROAD specialties. Currently in undergrad and a pre-dent, but I just wanna explore my options and see how green the grass is on the other side. I was going for dentistry due to the autonomy, business opportunities...
  3. HealthNombreUno

    Is biomedical engineering a reasonableness major to do before medical school?

    I’ve been extremely interested in majoring in Biomedical Engineering but I don’t want to screw myself over before med school. Math is not my strongest subject however just the very theory is extremely interesting to me. I mean, who wouldn’t want to learn how to engineer proteins? Am I making the...
  4. E

    Take 2nd MCAT after application submission?

    Quick Background: I was a pre-PT student in UG. Gave up PT acceptance in 2016 to pursue med. 2016-2017 = pre-requiste 2017-2018 = advance postbac The Post bac (Fall'17-Spring'18) had an agreement with PCOM. If I score a >3.3GPA & MCAT of 500 (at least 125/section) PCOM will reserve a seat for...
  5. E

    Family Medicine observership - Houston

    Hello, There's an opportunity for Family Medicine Observership for medical students and graduates in Houston, Texas. No visas sponsorship available. Student must have passed Step 1. Minimum 4 weeks required. Please contact if you have any questions or would like to get started. Goodluck!
  6. D

    Medical schools in Ireland

    Which medical schools in Ireland do you recommend for a Norwegian? From what i have readed, RCSI and Trinity are the most popular medical schools in Ireland, is that correct?
  7. HealthNombreUno

    Best Webistes for Serious Medical Literature

    I am looking for a non-consumer website that goes into great detail explaining different diseases and their pathophysiologies. For example: I want to study Sickle Cell Anemia but I do not want to learn about it on websites such as Web MD because of how they dumb down the information. Any great...
  8. X

    MD Whats a good specialty for someone who doesn't have a strong passion for medicine?

    I have realized going through medical school, especially 3rd year clinical, that I do not have a strong passion for medicine. Especially as of late, I have just been going through the motions and trying to avoid anything medicine related as much as possible. Some may say I am just burned out...
  9. G

    question about psychiatry

    Hi everyone, I am still an undergrad (starting my junior year in August). I am interested in a few different fields of medicine ( I know this can very well change in med school, but for now I am simply curious and want more info). With psychiatry, is it common for psychiatrists to practice and...
  10. G

    Undergraduate or Graduate Medicine

    Hi!! Sorry if this thread is rather irrelevant but I need some help. I am a student from Singapore and would like to garner the opinions of you guys in hopes of helping me make a decision. I am currently in my final year of a Diploma in Biomedical Science in Singapore, after having completed...
  11. F

    MD/MBA for biotech/healthcare VC

    Looking to apply to med school (hopefully next cycle) and am very interested in becoming an MD. that being said, i am also interested in the healthcare business as a whole and would like to be involved in biotech/healthcare venture capital/private equity in the future potentially. How would med...
  12. futuredrummerdoctor

    Any current/former AZCOM students?

    I am starting medical school this fall at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ and I have a few questions! MUCH appreciated if you could respond if you are affiliated with AZCOM, thank you!
  13. MedicalDoge

    Serious Question: Route to be a Physician Astronaut

    Hello all! I am posting this for two principle reasons: 1) My love for astronomy is second only to my love for medicine, and becoming an astronaut has always been a childhood dream of mine 2) I currently have way too much time on my hands Anyway, I know physicians are great candidates to...
  14. T

    Army How can the Army benefit my career?

    I have a few questions regarding the US Army and medicine. I will be attending university this fall as a Biology major with the hopes of attending medical school here in the United States and going into Cardiothoracic surgery. My current plan is to continue with the traditional route of four...
  15. H

    Charles University In Czech Republic

    Hey, so I'll be joining Charles University, First Faculty of Medicine, I've noticed that theres quite a few posts here about the university but they seem to be really outdated and some may even be upto 8 years old. So anyway, Any piece of advice from anyone already studying there? What are the...
  16. cntran

    Balancing Family Life and Medicine

    Hello everyone, This is a bit of a long dilemma, (thank you so much for reading) but I've been agonizing over it for a very long while now and would really appreciate any advice or insight anyone has to offer. I'm a female in my mid-20s, and I find that it's as important for me to be an active...
  17. P

    Steps on how can a filipino doctor become a US doctor?

    Im currently taking medicine at MCU (manila central university) which is not that famous as to other medschool but after I graduate I’m planning to have my residency in Chicago. Can anyone tell me what are the steps on how will I be able to have my residency in US. What are the requirements and...
  18. R

    Switching Residencies - Timing and Consequences

    I'm a first year resident in a surgical subspecialty that I am unhappy with. I figured this out early and reapplied to ERAS and rematched as a PGY1 at a new program in another specialty that is completely unrelated. My program was initially very supportive of this decision, but now it is toward...
  19. J

    Co-op Screw Up! Help a Canadian

    Hello! I'm a 3rd year business student in Canada, and I only recently decided to do medical school. Problem is, before I realized I loved medicine, I had already signed a contract for a marketing co-op. Even worse, while the company is a healthcare/bio company, on my first week at work, we've...
  20. wolfnscale

    NUI Galway Medicine - Sept 2018

    Hi everyone, CONGRATS to those who were accepted to NUIG Medicine for all year length programs. I thought we might use this thread to keep in contact, talk about decisions, blah blah, blah, in addition to whatever Facebook group goes up. Has anyone accepted their NUIG offer? Anyone still...
  21. Sage of Pale Bones

    Military scholarship for someone with Physical Disability

    Hey guys, With the godly D-school prices and the saturation of dentistry I decided to apply for the military scholarship and took this time to learn more about it. One thing that caught my attention is the physical test that is required. I have a muscle conditions that makes thing like...
  22. M

    Program Specific Questions

    If one wants to get into an Endo or Heme-Onc fellowship and wants to have some clinical research done...? The facilities are allegedly in the top 5 in the US, and it's near Boston, and it is affiliated with UMass...anyone really wanting to train there? Thanks for the input. (This post is not for...
  23. Para_Doc_S.

    Army Medical Service Corps

    **NOT the Medical Corps** I realize this is slightly off-topic. (I'll do some push-ups) Has anyone gone the ROTC route to Medical Service Corps? 1. How competitive was it to get into the MSC? 2. Insight into your job and duties? AD / NG / AR. 3. Is there time to pursue higher education, as...
  24. B

    Columbia vs Penn State-Jefferson 7 year PMM BS/MD Medical Program

    Hey everyone! I’m a high school senior and I’d really appreciate some advice. I want to go to medical school and become a doctor. I need help deciding between my two top options: Columbia University (CC) and a 7 year med program between Penn State University and Sidney Kimmel Medical College...
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    Hi! I'm an IMG studying in EU country interested in specializing and working in the lovely U.K.

    Hi! I'm an IMG studying in EU country interested in specializing and working in the lovely U.K. . Can you please let me know what the requirements are for me? Do I have any privilege to IMGs studying abroad? I heard I need PLAB after foundation years, is that true? Or before? Please guide me...
  26. DoctorOrdinary

    Am In good shape? What do I need to work on?

    Hello guys! The clock is ticking fast and I wanted to get some feedback to ensure that I am doing what is needed to be successful in the 2019 application process. I'm a rising junior at a public state university and planning to study for the MCAT during this upcoming summer and fall, then take...
  27. DrLuca

    What would yo do? Youtube or Medicine?

    Hello everyone! I'm an IMG living in Europe. If possible, I will like some feedback from some of you in regards to my current situation. I graduated in 2013 and received my ECFMG certification in 2015. Step 1: 231, Step 2 CK: 230, and Step CS: Passed, all first attempt. Will take Step 3...
  28. R

    Should I get a MPH?? Helpp

    So I applied to medical school and didn't get in. I am reapplying this year, but in the meantime I was told by someone very involved in the med school to get an mph, the issue is the program is 2 years so I can pile as much as I can in one year but I would end up finishing it while in medical...
  29. S

    Medicine In Ukraine

    So, I'm a medical student in Ukraine's V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University. I'm persian so I left Iran and came to Ukraine to study medicine. With all respect to Ukraine and it's citizens, I am not satisfied with the status here. I really don't know if it is worth staying here and getting...
  30. TakotsuboOkazaki

    International Practice (US MD)

    I am just curious if anyone knows how a US MD grad (post residency) would fare in the international job market? Would it be difficult to, for instance, move to and practice in Canada/Europe after completing training in the United States? I am unfamiliar with the laws and how far a US licensure...
  31. M

    Speciality in the UK

    Hello! I'm a spanish med student graduating next year from Slovakia, and once I graduate I want to go to the UK to continue the studies. I've read it's really unlikely for a foreing student to get into the program, anyone knows anything about this? I've also read some information about the...
  32. DrSheev

    UK: How to get involved in research?

    Hey everyone, my first thread on here so go easy. :) So, I'm a first year medical student in the UK. The advantage of first year is the amount of comparative free time we have. I thought it would be useful to take advantage of this and get involved in some research... but have no idea how to go...
  33. anytimer

    Does this class count as BCPM or Health Science?

    I am unsure of whether or not these courses fall into BCPM or Health Sciences. The courses are as follows: Medicine 180A: Chinese Medicine – Its Cultural Origins and the Impact of Modernization (4 units) Medicine 180B: Integrative Medicine Practices in the Chinese Healthcare System (4 units)...
  34. T

    Am I to old?

    hey everyone I’m 27 and just started going to community college for the past semester I have been pursuing a career in law enforcement but recent events has made me ask myself if I want to get into medicine. My 17 year old cousin is pretty much dying of cancer and seeing the way his parents are...
  35. F

    Does intern year really mean anything

    I'm trying to set up my match list for TY years and basically have it between MSKCC - which is a somewhat more involved, labor-intensive and rigorous TY - vs. a very relaxed community hospital TY in my home state. I'd love to have people weigh in on what they think the TY year means in regards...
  36. ResidentSwap

    Position Available Family Medicine PGY-2 in Pennsylvania

    Featured Opening by Resident Swap, Inc. ( ResidentSwap.org ) -------------------------------------- 1/25/2017 Family Medicine PGY-2 Opening in Pennsylvania Reading Hospital Program Click here to check if this opening is still available Program Director: John C Sheffield MD...
  37. StrongBeliever

    What does 'integrating peripheral responses to peripheral information' mean?

    So in my Human Physiology textbook it says, interneurons are important in integrating peripheral responses to peripheral information Could someone please explain this phrase to me?:)
  38. T

    Specialities where 30-40 hours is possible, happy with 80-120K per year

    Hey all I'm a third year medical student, I've got the grades and letters to be competitive in the fields I am interested in (Derm, Peds and Ortho) but I'm feeling pretty burnt out I have a lot of hobbies I would like to pursue, I don't really care about salary but don't want to work more then...
  39. L

    BA in Health Policy and Administration, with focus on Public Health

    Hi everyone, I'm gearing up to start undergrad. I applied as a bio major because know I love bio and I couldn't think of much else to major in any way. As time went on, however, I realized I have a real passionate interest in public health. At the end of the day, isn't the betterment of public...
  40. P

    RCSI Med Interviews 2018

    Hello, I was just wondering if anyone got an email inviting them for in interview to RCSI med this year!! Specifically in Vancouver, Canada. I'm super worried because a couple of my friends got their interviews last week and I still haven't heard anything back even though I applied like 2...
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