Category: Medicine
All the articles in the "Medicine" category.
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Tools That Got Me Through Oncology Training
Oncology training is demanding—not just academically, but logistically. Between OPDs, ward work, calls, and constant interruptions, staying organized becomes as important as staying knowledgeable. Over time, I found a set of simple tools that helped me manage tasks, reduce mental load, and ensure nothing important slipped through the cracks.
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I Learned English From a Teacher Who Didn’t Know What “Baa Baa Black Sheep” Meant
And I became a physician in America anyway. But some gaps never close. I was ten years old, sitting in a classroom in Punjab, Northern India, when my English teacher taught me my first English poem. Baa baa black sheep, have you any wool? I repeated it dutifully, the syllables strange in my mouth. Afterward,…
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Three Small Ideas That Changed How I Work
Residency teaches you in unexpected ways. Not every useful idea comes from textbooks, conferences, or senior advice. Sometimes you notice small systems people around you use, and a few of them stick. Over the past few months, three such observations changed how I approach conferences, research, and revision.
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Searching in the Right Place: An Advice to Young Medical Students
Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a man named Raju, known far and wide for his laziness. Despite his endearing nature, his indolence often led him into amusing, if not absurd, situations. One evening, Raju was sewing a button on his shirt when he dropped his needle in a dimly lit…
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How to Prepare for NEET SS Exams? 7 Tips for the Final Month
How did I spend the last month for preparation for NEET SS exams? Few helpful tips.
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18 Tips for Success: How to Crush Your US Clinical Elective as an International Medical Graduate
As an international medical graduate (IMG), completing an elective, observership, or externship in the US can be a valuable experience for your medical residency application. Not only will it allow you to gain exposure to the US healthcare system, but it can also provide opportunities for networking and potential residency program connections. At least three…