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Smiling patient during physical therapy

Prep for Residency

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3 Min Read

Shadowing Dr. Duggal in physical medicine and rehabilitation

One of the most important qualities in a physiatrist, according to AMA member Kunwarjit Duggal, MD, of Medrina, is being a team player.
Physician holds heart model

Prep for Residency

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7 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in cardiovascular disease: Shadowing Dr. Jacobs

AMA member Evan Jacobs, MD, of CenterWell Senior Primary Care, says the specialty can be highly demanding, and not just because of patients’ needs.
Lingling Du, MD

Transition to Attending

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5 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Lingling Du, MD, oncologist

For Dr. Du, Ochsner Health’s supportive, multidisciplinary team and strong leadership helped shape her fulfilling career in medicine.
Nariman Heshmati, MD

Prep for Residency

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8 Min Read

What it’s like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Heshmati

As an ob-gyn, AMA member Nariman Heshmati, MD, shares that when a difficult event like a miscarriage occurs, you share in that pain with your patient.
Jonathan Mizrahi, MD

Transition to Attending

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7 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Jonathan Mizrahi, MD, oncologist

At Ochsner Health, Dr. Mizrahi found a professionally fulfilling role that matched his subspecialty interests and commitment to collaborative care. 
David H. Aizuss, MD

Transition to Attending

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7 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: David Aizuss, MD, ophthalmologist

In his private practice medical group, Dr. Aizuss can control his schedule, consult with talented colleagues and count on work-life balance.
Jennifer Abelson, MD

Prep for Residency

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9 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in cardiothoracic surgery: Shadowing Dr. Abelson

AMA member Jennifer Abelson, MD, of Confluence Health, says the most rewarding part of heart surgery is getting a hug from a patient who feels better.
Yuka Tsukahara, MD

Transition to Attending

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6 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Yuka Tsukahara, MD, PhD, family physician

Attracted by research potential and athlete diversity, Dr. Tsukahara chose University of Iowa Health Care to advance care in sports medicine.