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What it's like to specialize in geriatrics: Shadowing Dr. Lammers

A geriatrician with more than 30 years in practice offers frank insights into his specialty, including the challenges of caring for a fragile population.

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“Shadow Me” series offers frank insights on specialty choice

The most valuable advice on medical specialty choice comes from those in practice. These are five best-read entries in our “Shadow Me” series.

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Best of 2016: Students
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The top 5 stories medical students should read

It is what comes after medical school—residency and a choice of specialty—that often piques the most interest among medical students.

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Another perspective on sleep medicine: Shadowing Dr. Rosen

Dr. Rosen provides insights for students considering specializing in sleep medicine, including how her lifestyle compares with what she envisioned in med school.

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What it's like to be in sleep medicine: Shadowing Dr. Chervin

A clinical sleep specialist has a positive impact on the health, productivity, quality of life and enjoyment of waking hours of patients. One physician involved in patient care, research and education describes his work.

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Specialty preferences before and after med school: By the numbers

How many of your peers end up in the field they picked when they began medical school? Which specialties are students most likely to stick with, and which ones attract students along the way? We break down the statistics.

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What it's like to be in obesity medicine: Shadowing Dr. Lazarus

Learn what daily life is like as an obesity specialist. Dr. Ethan Lazuras, an officer of the Obesity Medicine Association, helps med students decide if this career is right for them.

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What it's like to be in endocrine surgery: Shadowing Dr. Krishnamurthy

Learn what daily life is like as an endocrine surgeon. Dr. Vikram D. Krishnamurthy shares some of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of caring for patients in endocrine surgery.

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What it's like to be in neurology: Shadowing Dr. Govindarajan

Wondering what medical specialty is right for you? Meet Dr. Raghav Govindarajan, a neurologist who works at a university hospital, as he shares insights on his career.

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