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Med Student Health

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3 Min Read

What medical students need to know about self-care

Medical school is inherently demanding and can be at times overwhelming. Learn to take care of yourself while on the road to serving others.

USMLE® Step 3

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4 Min Read

Kaplan USMLE Step 3 prep: Woman with rash, weight loss, fatigue

The case: A 52-year-old woman has a rash on her face, back, arms and hands. After starting high-dose steroids, what is the next step?
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Prevention & Wellness

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2 Min Read

How to get the most accurate blood pressure measurement

Seemingly minor issues can affect accurate blood pressure measurement, artificially inflating a patient’s blood pressure by anywhere from two to 40 mmHg.
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Ethics

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4 Min Read

How can physicians care, and advocate for, undocumented immigrants?

Undocumented immigrants are among the country’s most vulnerable populations. This is how physicians can help address immigration-related fears and anxieties that affect their health.
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Specialty Profiles

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4 Min Read

The top 5 medical specialties with the highest student-loan debts

Wondering how much you might owe before even starting practice in a particular specialty? We have the figures.

USMLE® Step 3

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3 Min Read

Kaplan USMLE Step 3: Which medication caused HIV+ man’s symptoms?

After 10 days in the hospital, an HIV-positive patient’s serum bicarbonate and potassium level drop while chloride increases. Which medication caused this?

Specialty Profiles

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9 Min Read

What it’s like in urologic oncology: Shadowing Dr. Mirza

For Moben Mirza, MD, life in this medical specialty is busy but intensely satisfying. Find out more about the specialty of urologic oncology.
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Prevention & Wellness

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5 Min Read

What you need to know about self-measured blood pressure monitoring

Self-measured blood pressure monitoring can improve the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension. Find out what you need to know to get started.