Sensible Medicine

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

There are many more people competing for slots in medical school and residency and the number of “slots” have increased at a slower pace than the applicants. Publish a journal article; OK. They fill journals with articles that do nothing for medicine but only add a line to a CV. Get straight A’s; done.

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Scrubs

APRIL 25, 2023

A new law is set to pass in the state of Florida that will require all hospitals receiving Medicaid funding to collect information regarding their patients’ immigration status as part of the admissions process. The announcement drew criticism from various medical groups and organizations. It is set to go into effect on July 1 once Gov.

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Accepted Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Located in the bustling heart of lower Manhattan, the New York University (NYU) Grossman School of Medicine is known for its strengths in patient care, medical education, and scientific research. These are the details that will help you impress the admissions committee. In the 2023-2024 U.S. And don’t get hung up on the word “unique.”

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Accepted Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Show Summary Would you like to hear insight based on decades of experience, both advising applicants to a variety of healthcare programs and working in admissions offices for, again, many different healthcare programs? He discusses the admissions process for healthcare programs. Do you know how to get accepted to medical school?

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Accepted Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

What Med School Adcoms Seek Having multiple reviews and reviewers provides the adcom with more data with which to more accurately assess your qualifications for medical school. which might include eating breakfast with medical students. After the MMI, lunch is provided and often hosted by medical students.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 4, 2024

The role of a medical assistant is diverse, encompassing a broad range of tasks and responsibilities in the healthcare industry. From clinical procedures to administrative duties, the expertise of a medical assistant is essential in ensuring the smooth functioning of medical offices, clinics, and hospitals.

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Accepted Blog

APRIL 16, 2024

Show Summary In this episode, Linda Abraham interviews Christian Essman, Senior Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Case Western Reserve University Medical School. Show Notes Thanks for tuning into the 571st episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Are you ready to apply to your dream medical schools? 1:31] Hi, Linda.

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Northwest Suburban College

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Pursuing a career as a Medical Assistant is an exciting and rewarding endeavor, offering ample opportunities for professional growth, job stability, and personal fulfillment. The Medical Assistant program at Northwest Suburban College is designed with a focus on high-quality education, hands-on training, and student success.

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Accepted Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

That’s the subject of this week’s podcast of Admissions Straight Talk , as Linda Abraham and Dr. Valerie Wherley, an Accepted consultant, dive into pre-med competencies. Dr. Wherley gives an overview of the 17 competencies identified by the AAMC as essential for success in medical school and beyond. 2:21] Thank you so much.

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Accepted Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

I’m neither a doctor nor a crystal-ball gazer, but I have spent the past 25-plus years advising hundreds of medical school applicants, some of whom were waitlisted. My encounter with these blunders has given birth to this list of “nine mistakes you don’t want to make on a medical school waitlist.” What should I do?

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EvidenceCare

MARCH 11, 2024

Introduction to GMLOS and ALOS This article provides an in-depth exploration of two critical healthcare metrics: Geometric Mean Length of Stay (GMLOS) and Average Length of Stay (ALOS). Unlike GMLOS, ALOS is calculated by adding the total number of stay days for a group of patients and dividing by the number of discharges or admissions.

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Accepted Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

The human tendency to rush to judgment Our extremely fast-paced world has trained us to make snap decisions throughout the day, and if, for example, we’re not hooked instantly by an article, book, movie trailer, or song, we’re just a click away from another, more appealing choice. Admissions committee members are human.

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Accepted Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

Each year on Match Day, thousands of medical school students and graduates discover where they will receive their specialty training. The number of matches for US graduates of international medical schools (IMGs) went down slightly, from its record high of 67.6% last year to just 67% this year. overall fill rate in this year’s match.

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Accepted Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The abbreviations and acronyms you need to wade through on your journey to medical school can seem endless. Today, 54 American medical schools include Casper in their admissions process, as do many dental and veterinary schools, nursing programs, and even medical residency programs. Share your thought process.

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Accepted Blog

JANUARY 12, 2024

Getting ready to apply to medical school ? These two services – the American Medical College Application Service ( AMCAS ) and the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service ( AACOMAS ) – are the primary gateways for future physicians. This can be a hectic time as you try to stay on top of everything.

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Accepted Blog

AUGUST 8, 2024

Not many medical students have spent a lot of time writing essays for fun; among the rare few who have, not many have focused on writing personal statements. Since 2001, Cydney Foote has advised hundreds of successful applicants for medical and dental education, residency and fellowship training, and other health-related degrees.

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Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 8, 2024

The primary healthcare sector often serves as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical care. At the forefront of these essential services are Medical Assistants, dedicated professionals who handle diverse tasks and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of clinical operations.

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Accepted Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

To learn more about UWSOM, check out our podcast interview with Admissions Dean Dr. LeeAnna Muzquiz. The bulk of your essay should explain how you overcame the challenge and how the skills you used or gained will help you in medical school. All other applicants undergo additional screening to determine their fit for UWSOM.

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Scrubs

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

He was firm but fair and throughout all my illnesses, dizzy spells, and hospital admissions, he had my back.” If you’re having trouble staying awake at work, you might be suffering from an underlying medical condition. “I It was my fault, but he was awesome,” said Lisa. “He So unprofessional.”

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Accepted Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Everything in your application, including your medical student performance evaluation (MSPE) and evaluations, is fair game for interviewers. You’re also likely to be asked about your undergraduate and medical school research, clinical experiences you’ve had, and experiences you’ve had working with teams (especially conflict situations).

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Accepted Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

As you begin your third year of medical school, what are you doing to prepare for the residency match? Chances are, you’re up to your eyeballs in rotations and exams and everything else that goes into the third year of your medical degree. Observe how patients and their family members act and respond. Do they ever surprise you?

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Accepted Blog

AUGUST 23, 2024

You might be wondering how to best convey your reasons for pursuing graduate school to the admissions committees. Professionalism Consider that you are writing for an educated, professional class of individuals: they could be admissions officers, professors, students, alumni, or a mix. What kind of tone or approach should you use?

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Accepted Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

What does this have to do with admissions? After all, you’re on a mission to show the admissions committee that you are on top of your game and ready to conquer the world. Reading about your setbacks allows the admissions committee to understand what you’re really made of. By Judy Gruen, a former Accepted admissions consultant.

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The Healthcare Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

soccer) club is not charging its fans admission during the current season. Since last week I wrote about medical debt in the U.S. The NYT article clarifies that fans supporting the visiting team might be charged a “nominal” fee, and that hospitality suites still pay market rates. In a nutshell, a Paris football (a.k.a.

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Health Populi

MARCH 22, 2018

The concept of “ financial toxicity” for cancer patients was raised by concerned clinicians at Sloane-Kettering Medical Center, who discussed the topic on 60 Minutes in 2014 and have published papers on the issue. Beyond strong medicines, a new financial toxicity has emerged for patients due to hospital inpatient admissions.

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Prism Career Institute

JULY 9, 2024

Medical researchers conduct in-depth studies to collect and analyze evidence. Healthcare organizations, nurses, and patients alike can all benefit in many ways, including: Tools to Problem-Solve Medical concerns can arise unexpectedly. You’ll be applying tested medical methods instead of potentially unproven treatments.

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Accepted Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

Show Summary In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk , host Linda Abraham looks back at her predictions for the 2023/2024 application cycle and offers advice for current and future applicants. She reflects on her previous predictions, such as the increase in test options and waivers and the continued use of rankings in admissions.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 19, 2024

Today, she is an assistant professor at UMass Chan Medical School and its Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing in Worcester, Massachusetts , and a senior telehealth consultant with Blue Cirrus Consulting, Greenville, South Carolina. In 2003, she was one of the first nurses to practice from behind a camera as part of a teleICU.

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Accepted Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Here, we offer some common medical school interview questions and a strategy to help you handle each one. Common medical school interview questions “Tell me about yourself.” She’s also shared her strategy for impressing interviewers in a popular webinar and written three books and numerous articles on the admissions process.

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Sensible Medicine

JULY 5, 2023

I am a total sucker for an article that argues for the importance of primary care. Pat Croskerry’s 2002 article in which he identifies 30 “failed heuristics, biases, and cognitive dispositions” is one of my absolute favorites that I reference a few times a year. I am also obsessed with our diagnostic reasoning biases.

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

This statement from an October 2021 article by National Public Radio says a great deal about one major hurdle: “ One of the biggest bottlenecks in the system is long-standing: There are not enough people who teach nursing. DNP program enrollment is at a virtual standstill.

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Accepted Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

This post will walk you through the various avenues of medical school education, from reviewing what and how you’ll learn to making time for your health and personal growth. Learning opportunities at your medical school Whether you prefer studying in groups or alone, keep your personal learning style in mind. case-based) situation.

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Sensible Medicine

JUNE 19, 2023

The McGill team wrote this sentence in their intro: Detailing by key opinion leaders, guideline panels, and the manufacturer has even led to stockpiling of the medication as part of national pandemic responses. These same people also don’t consider medical history. They found no effect in children with asthma.

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Sensible Medicine

APRIL 16, 2024

I’ve been using Tuesday to post the “Improving Your Critical Appraisal Skills” articles recently. Even though I’ve got the case-control study ready to go, I’m taking a quick break because I spent way too much time thinking about this article last week. Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication.

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Sensible Medicine

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Even though my practice is made up of about 750, overwhelmingly older people, mostly with chronic medical conditions, I only attend to the death of a patient a few times a month. He is otherwise well, with only hypertension, well-controlled on one medication. I am not a palliative care physician or even a geriatrician.

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Susan Dresser, Cynthia Teel, and Jill Peltzer, in their 2023 article entitled, Frontline Nurses’ Clinical Judgment in Recognizing, Understanding, and Responding to Patient Deterioration: A Qualitative Study , noted that nurses who work at the bedside are essential in the recognition of patients’ decline and initiating contact with the SWAT RN.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 4, 2024

In this article, we provide a comprehensive checklist to guide you through the essential steps and preparation strategies for the pharmacy technician certification exam. Discover more about Northwest Suburban College’s pharmacy technician training program today by visiting our website or contacting our admissions team.

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