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Students USMLE® Step 1 & 2

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USMLE Step 2: Next step for patient with diarrhea, cramping

This month’s practice test question deals with a 70-year-old woman who was recently hospitalized for pneumonia.

Practice Management Physician Health

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Dr. Wilson: The moment I knew medicine was my calling

Modena Wilson, MD, MPH, says medicine should be built on relationships, not transactions.

Practice Management Payment & Delivery Models

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New Medicare shared-savings model friendlier to small practices

CMS pairs participation bonus with less risk to get more small practices into Medicare ACOs. May 31 is the deadline to give notice of intent to apply.

Students USMLE® Step 1 & 2

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USMLE Step 1: Compare drugs’ effects on arteriolar resistance

An investigator is evaluating the effects of new synthetic drugs. Which conclusions can be drawn from the data?

Advocacy Federal Advocacy

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Conrad 30 reauthorization bill earns bipartisan support

Underserved communities could be at risk of losing access to physicians if a key program lapses.

Students Specialty Profiles

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What it’s like in critical care medicine: Shadowing Dr. Bosslet

In this specialty, death is a daily reality. To help families with often heartbreaking decisions is an awesome responsibility.

Practice Management Physician Health

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Chris Clifford: The moment I knew medicine was my calling

Medical student Chris Clifford discusses his hope to bridge the gap in quality care for all patients.

Students Specialty Profiles

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What it’s like to specialize in forensic pathology: Shadowing Dr. Melinek

Working in the coroner’s office and as a consultant, this forensic pathologist lets curiosity be her guide while maintaining good work-life balance.