&quot;Shadow Me&quot; Specialty Series

What it’s like in ophthalmology: Shadowing Dr. Arnold

AMA member Barbara J. Arnold, MD, says the most rewarding aspect of the specialty is restoring patients’ independence.

Oct 14, 2021 ·

7 Min Read

What it’s like to specialize in medical oncology: Shadowing Dr. Atiq

For AMA member Omar T. Atiq, MD, in caring for patients with cancer he traverses the path of becoming a better physician—and a better human being.

Oct 7, 2021 ·

What it’s like in orthopaedic spine surgery: Shadowing Dr. Choi

AMA member Daniel E. Choi, MD, says one of the great rewards of this specialty is performing life-changing interventions. Find out more.

Sep 23, 2021 ·

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

AMA member Devang Sanghavi, MD, believes critical care is the most gratifying field in medicine, requiring compassion and communication.

Sep 9, 2021 ·

What it’s like in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Garofalo

AMA member Christopher Garofalo, MD, finds continuity of care to be one of the great features of family medicine.

Aug 26, 2021 ·

14 Min Read

What it’s like in diagnostic radiology: Shadowing Dr. Lozano

Even though AMA member Katie Lozano, MD, a radiologist, works from home, she still is completely focused on her patients.

Jul 29, 2021 ·

5 Min Read

What it’s like to specialize in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Edje

AMA member Lou Edje, MD, MHPE, says one of the great things about family medicine is being patients’ go-to resource on health care.

Jul 15, 2021 ·

4 Min Read

What it’s like to specialize in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Ramos

AMA member Diana Ramos, MD, says one of the great things about her specialty is that it lets you build the practice and the lifestyle you want.

Jul 1, 2021 ·

6 Min Read

What it’s like to specialize in radiology: Shadowing Dr. Argy

AMA member Nicolas Argy, MD, says the specialty is great for its flexible work schedule, but face time with patients can be hard to come by.