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Prep for Residency

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What it’s like to specialize in dermatology: Shadowing Dr. Kamath

Preetha Kamath, MD, says the most rewarding aspect of being a dermatology resident is the ability to make a huge impact in her patients’ lives.
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Prevention & Wellness

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4 Min Read

Dietary supplements: Underregulated, unknown and maybe unsafe

Despite being underregulated, dietary supplements are a big industry that’s getting bigger. Learn more about physicians’ obligation to protect patients.

Prep for Residency

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What it’s like to specialize in psychiatry: Shadowing Dr. Patel

Being a psychiatric resident is demanding. For AMA member Avani Patel, MD, MHA, the most meaningful part is helping patients get their lives back.
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Succeed in Med School

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4 Min Read

Kaplan USMLE Step 2 prep: 6 stumpers involving senior patients

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. Can you answer these questions involving senior patients? Find out now.
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Environmental Health

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Fight climate change and save money—go green at your practice

Climate change is already affecting patients’ health. Physician practices can help protect the environment and save money with these simple changes.

Prep for Residency

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9 Min Read

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

As a family physician, AMA member James Jerzak, MD, enjoys caring for patients of any age with any condition.
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Population Health

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4 Min Read

Pandemic’s devastation among Latinos too often made invisible

1 in 5 U.S. residents has Latin American heritage, yet the health inequities they experience get too little emphasis given their scale and complexity.

Prep for Residency

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6 Min Read

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

To AMA member Sumi Makkar Sexton, MD, the most rewarding aspect of family medicine is the trust and bond created with her patients and their families.