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Darren Gitelman, MD

Prep for Residency

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10 Min Read

What it's like in behavioral neurology: Shadowing Dr. Gitelman

AMA member Darren Gitelman, MD, says the lack of cures is a challenge, but being able to provide answers to difficult questions is a major reward.
Patient getting blood pressure checked during doctor's appointment

Prep for Residency

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8 Min Read

What it's like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Davood

AMA member Dalia Davood, MD, says the rewards as an ob-gyn are unlike any other specialty's, but you need to be prepared for unpredictable hours.
Humberto Bailey, MD

Transition to Attending

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10 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Humberto Bailey, MD, neurology

AMA member Humberto Bailey, MD, of Advocate Health, is happy in his health system because it gives him the opportunity to pursue multiple interests.
Physiotherapist assists patient

Prep for Residency

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4 Min Read

Shadowing Dr. Scott in physical medicine and rehabilitation

AMA member Benjamin Scott, MD, of Medrina, says physiatry requires active listening and a desire to understand the totality of patients’ needs.
Patient and physician

Transition to Attending

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7 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Kunwarjit Duggal, MD, physiatry

AMA member Kunwarjit Duggal, MD, of Medrina, changed jobs to regain the feeling that he was making a positive difference in the lives of patients.
Amber Seba, MD

Prep for Residency

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6 Min Read

What it's like in hematology/oncology: Shadowing Dr. Seba

AMA member Amber Seba, MD, of Advocate Health, says losing some patients is heartbreaking, but helping others live long lives is hugely rewarding.
Young child and parent in a doctor's appointment

Transition to Attending

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8 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Zachary Coffman, MD, pediatric cardiologist

AMA member Zachary Coffman, MD, of Advocate Health, changed practice settings midcareer. Find out what motivated him and who he looked to for help.
Jordan Doerr, MD

Transition to Attending

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5 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Jordan Doerr, MD, family physician

For AMA member Jordan Doerr, MD, who does home-based primary care, the key elements of his dream job are its location, community and culture.