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A Hole In My Heart, A Hole In My Head, Anonymous Anonymous
A Hole In My Heart, A Hole In My Head, Anonymous Anonymous
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A call for help and collaboration, told through the experiences of a medical student on his journey towards becoming a physician, in order to eradicate a nationwide trend of student alienation and disempowerment.
Parasitic Poetry, Zachary Loverde
Parasitic Poetry, Zachary Loverde
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Six short poems about parasites, intended as mnemonics.
Transforming The Medical Psyche, Robert Zheda
Transforming The Medical Psyche, Robert Zheda
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Due to the multitude of challenges medical students and professionals face, there is a general undercurrent of negativity and a tendency to complain in health care. The purpose of this paper is to 1) discuss whether this negativity is necessary and 2) to advocate a more positive attitude in the medical field.
A Curious Cause Of Strangulation, Nadia Nocera
A Curious Cause Of Strangulation, Nadia Nocera
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Ludwig’s angina is a rare cellulitis of the floor of the mouth. If it is not swiftly diagnosed, the patient may suffer from death by strangulation. Here, a case of Ludwig’s angina is presented.
Delayed Onset Muscular Soreness: A Look Into Post-Exercise Pain, Christopher Meltsakos
Delayed Onset Muscular Soreness: A Look Into Post-Exercise Pain, Christopher Meltsakos
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Delayed onset muscular soreness (DOMS) is a common problem that is experienced by elite athletes and weekend warriors alike. The typical characterization of dull aches, stiffness, and tenderness in one’s muscles 24-72 hours later are a hallmark of this exercise condition that is postulated to result from damage to muscular ultra- structures obtained during eccentric muscle contraction. Because of the prevalence and general lack of awareness for this muscular phenomenon, the purpose of this paper is to provide a definition and summary of DOMS, to discuss the various theories regarding the mechanism of action resulting in muscular damage, and to …
Behind The Man In The Suit: Interview With The Chancellor, Julia Cooperman, Bailey Fitzgerald, Eric Routen, Joanne Liu
Behind The Man In The Suit: Interview With The Chancellor, Julia Cooperman, Bailey Fitzgerald, Eric Routen, Joanne Liu
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No abstract provided.
Is There A Role For A Traditional Herbal Formula In The Treatment Of Hepatitis C?, Jenny Lam
Is There A Role For A Traditional Herbal Formula In The Treatment Of Hepatitis C?, Jenny Lam
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Perspectives on the role of traditional and alternative treatments for hepatitis C, and the challenges facing practicing physicians on its relationship to established guidelines.
The Need For An Automated Acuity Tool For Children With Special Health Care Needs, Kartik Telukuntla, Lee M. Sanders
The Need For An Automated Acuity Tool For Children With Special Health Care Needs, Kartik Telukuntla, Lee M. Sanders
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Children with special health care needs (CSHCN) often require extended and continuous contact with health care professionals due to their chronic conditions. Additionally, some of these children have other non-health burdens, including multiple problems with access to care, that make it even more difficult to treat their medical illness. These extra obstacles illustrate that effective care for CSHCN requires proper care coordination among a network of doctors, nurses, and care coordinators. Unfortunately, care coordination has been inadequate due to large caseload assignments. An automated acuity tool that reassesses the child’s acuity (low, medium or high) regularly would help balance the …
Balancing Change, Ramsey Saba, Jordan Whatley, Amin Esfahani, Michael Rahimi
Balancing Change, Ramsey Saba, Jordan Whatley, Amin Esfahani, Michael Rahimi
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A series of photographic essays
My White Coat, Shmuel Golfeyz
My White Coat, Shmuel Golfeyz
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A student’s view on the responsibilities and changes inherent in donning a medical student’s white coat for the first time.