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A Day in the Life as a Doctor + Mom!

TheStriveToFit — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:56:23 +0000

balancing my life as an ER Doctor + MBA Student + Mom

TheStriveToFit — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 22:00:12 +0000

this is it… taking my last exam EVER

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 06:56:24 +0000

wish me luck... i hope i don't fail!

TheStriveToFit — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 07:30:15 +0000

finally back in NYC in over a year!!

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 16:30:13 +0000

Going back to New York City! | life as a doctor + MBA student

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 08:32:14 +0000

my life as a doctor: Working Late + Weddings!

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:36:20 +0000

Emergency Medicine Doctor- ONLY ESSENTIALS!

TheStriveToFit — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 16:00:22 +0000

studying for my LAST BOARD EXAM... ever!

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 07:10:09 +0000

LIVING MY BEST LIFE! - movies, procrastination, job applications

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 05:54:27 +0000

night shifts are the best … don’t @ me

TheStriveToFit — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 06:25:29 +0000

maybe i should have chosen a different career...

TheStriveToFit — Sat, 22 Jul 2023 07:02:48 +0000

my life as doctor + mom + mba student!

TheStriveToFit — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 18:44:14 +0000

... someone pls hire me!

TheStriveToFit — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 01:29:06 +0000

Thank you both for your support! https://twitter.com/Give2DukeHealth/status/1266432299123564545 …

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 29 May 2020 19:20:54 +0000

Thank you both for your support! https://twitter.com/Give2DukeHealth/status/1266432299123564545 …

ICYMI: DCRI's @JRogersMD1 has been elected as president to the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (@ishlt). Congratulations! https://twitter.com/ishlt/status/1262834308244439047 …

(@DCRINews) — Fri, 29 May 2020 16:15:10 +0000

ICYMI: DCRI's @JRogersMD1 has been elected as president to the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation ( @ishlt). Congratulations! https://twitter.com/ishlt/status/1262834308244439047 …

Two weeks into a deliberate, rolling reopening of university labs, more than 1,500 university researchers are back at the lab bench, working under carefully developed protocols designed to protect employee health and safety. https://bit.ly/2ZMfONg pic.tw

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 29 May 2020 15:00:38 +0000

Two weeks into a deliberate, rolling reopening of university labs, more than 1,500 university researchers are back at the lab bench, working under carefully developed protocols designed to protect employee health and safety. https://bit.ly/2ZMfONg pic.twitter.com/T4dHOH8zba

Living our mission, vision and values every day. Thank you to all of the @DukeCancer #GynOncs who are #HealthcareHeroes EVERY DAY. #wedeliver #medtwitter @DukeMedSchool @DukeHealth https://twitter.com/BeccaPrevisMD/status/1266349420217380866 …

(@dukeobgyn) — Fri, 29 May 2020 14:02:07 +0000

Living our mission, vision and values every day. Thank you to all of the @DukeCancer #GynOncs who are #HealthcareHeroes EVERY DAY. #wedeliver #medtwitter @DukeMedSchool @DukeHealth https://twitter.com/BeccaPrevisMD/status/1266349420217380866 …

Neurobiologist finds potent pain-suppression center in the brain. A Duke University research team has found an OFF switch which dampens response of dozens of pain-promotion centers. https://bit.ly/2zxQ1xW @DukeNeuropic.twitter.com/gfGnzvLbzZ

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 29 May 2020 12:45:51 +0000

Neurobiologist finds potent pain-suppression center in the brain. A Duke University research team has found an OFF switch which dampens response of dozens of pain-promotion centers. https://bit.ly/2zxQ1xW @DukeNeuro pic.twitter.com/gfGnzvLbzZ

New in Magnify: Providing a Listening Ear-- and Sometimes More. The COVID-19 Emotional Support & Well-Being Line is a free, confidential support service that provides in-the-moment support for people who just need someone to talk to. https://bit.ly/3euhI

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 29 May 2020 12:28:23 +0000

New in Magnify: Providing a Listening Ear-- and Sometimes More. The COVID-19 Emotional Support & Well-Being Line is a free, confidential support service that provides in-the-moment support for people who just need someone to talk to. https://bit.ly/3euhIX1 @DukePsychiatry pic.twitter.com/RvhdC2SI0c

Congratulations to our newly named distinguished professors! This is a tremendous honor and well-deserved by these 12 outstanding SoM faculty members. Meet the 2020 SoM Distinguished Professors https://bit.ly/3d9Dijc pic.twitter.com/S10mBgetBz

(@MaryEKlotman) — Wed, 27 May 2020 15:04:48 +0000

Congratulations to our newly named distinguished professors! This is a tremendous honor and well-deserved by these 12 outstanding SoM faculty members. Meet the 2020 SoM Distinguished Professors https://bit.ly/3d9Dijc pic.twitter.com/S10mBgetBz

Julie Thacker, MD, Associate Professor of Surgery, was selected as a member of the 2020-2021 class of fellows for the ELAM Program. https://bit.ly/2AVDLHA @DukeSurgery @ELAMProgrampic.twitter.com/vUhxNwvwEX

(@DukeMedSchool) — Tue, 26 May 2020 13:46:56 +0000

Julie Thacker, MD, Associate Professor of Surgery, was selected as a member of the 2020-2021 class of fellows for the ELAM Program. https://bit.ly/2AVDLHA @DukeSurgery @ELAMProgram pic.twitter.com/vUhxNwvwEX

Your story matters! As we live through this unique moment in history, please consider sharing how COVID-19 has impacted you - writings, photos, videos and more are welcome! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2LVF6R8 pic.twitter.com/LF1dctbsih

(@DukeMedLibrary) — Tue, 26 May 2020 12:11:09 +0000

Your story matters! As we live through this unique moment in history, please consider sharing how COVID-19 has impacted you - writings, photos, videos and more are welcome! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2LVF6R8 pic.twitter.com/LF1dctbsih

Four SoM Physician-Scientists selected to receive Strong Start Awards https://bit.ly/3eb4KNG @DukeOPSD @Duke_Childrens @DukeSurgery @dukemedicinepic.twitter.com/CmzaApb5te

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 22 May 2020 16:52:12 +0000

Four SoM Physician-Scientists selected to receive Strong Start Awards https://bit.ly/3eb4KNG @DukeOPSD @Duke_Childrens @DukeSurgery @dukemedicine pic.twitter.com/CmzaApb5te

On the Rising risk of dengue during Covid-19 https://twitter.com/dukenus/status/1263817410408259584 …

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 22 May 2020 14:33:10 +0000

On the Rising risk of dengue during Covid-19 https://twitter.com/dukenus/status/1263817410408259584 …

Duke PA Program Students Doing Critical Work of Contact Tracing at Durham County Public Health Department https://twitter.com/Duke_FamMed/status/1263522645074751495 …

(@DukeMedSchool) — Fri, 22 May 2020 12:55:47 +0000

Duke PA Program Students Doing Critical Work of Contact Tracing at Durham County Public Health Department https://twitter.com/Duke_FamMed/status/1263522645074751495 …

Triangle Business Journal spoke with DCRI's new Executive Director, Adrian Hernandez (@texhern), about his goals for the DCRI, his motivations, his thoughts on how #COVID19 will change #clinicalresearch, and more. Read: https://bit.ly/3bSEpT1 https://twi

(@DCRINews) — Fri, 22 May 2020 11:15:07 +0000

Triangle Business Journal spoke with DCRI's new Executive Director, Adrian Hernandez ( @texhern), about his goals for the DCRI, his motivations, his thoughts on how #COVID19 will change #clinicalresearch, and more. Read: https://bit.ly/3bSEpT1 https://twitter.com/TriangleBIZJrnl/status/1263514859519475713 …

What the Science Says | #HEROHCQ PI @snaggie1 weighs in on the #Hydroxychloroquine debate & interference with #clinicaltrials @NPR @wunc | Listen: http://npr.org/859261838 @PCORI @PCORnet @DCRINews @DukeMedSchool #HeroesResearchpic.twitter.com/FTBPhebg2

(@HeroesResearch) — Thu, 21 May 2020 19:35:12 +0000

What the Science Says | #HEROHCQ PI @snaggie1 weighs in on the #Hydroxychloroquine debate & interference with #clinicaltrials @NPR @wunc | Listen: http://npr.org/859261838 @PCORI @PCORnet @DCRINews @DukeMedSchool #HeroesResearch pic.twitter.com/FTBPhebg2P

@NC_Governor has declared May as Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Thank you to those at @Dukeneurosurg, @Duke_Neurology, @DukeCancer, @DukeCancerNETWK, @DukeHealth, @DukeMedSchool who work every day to research and discover innovative ways to treat brain tumo

(@DukeStateGovRel) — Thu, 21 May 2020 19:22:16 +0000

@NC_Governor has declared May as Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Thank you to those at @Dukeneurosurg, @Duke_Neurology, @DukeCancer, @DukeCancerNETWK, @DukeHealth, @DukeMedSchool who work every day to research and discover innovative ways to treat brain tumors. #DukeInNC #ncpol pic.twitter.com/xszTU4vPJ1

Congratulations to the five third-year medical student recipients of the 2020-2021 Duke Gynecologic Cancer Research Award to support their third-year projects. Students will work with mentors on projects that seek to advance the treatment and prevention o

(@DukeMedSchool) — Thu, 21 May 2020 15:10:52 +0000

Congratulations to the five third-year medical student recipients of the 2020-2021 Duke Gynecologic Cancer Research Award to support their third-year projects. Students will work with mentors on projects that seek to advance the treatment and prevention of women’s cancers. https://twitter.com/dukeobgyn/status/1263238823535767552 …

What's the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack? Spoiler alert: They're not interchangeable. Duke Psychiatry's Sarah O'Rourke helps break it down. http://ow.ly/NaCO50zMxzb

(@DukePsychiatry) — Thu, 21 May 2020 15:05:10 +0000

What's the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack? Spoiler alert: They're not interchangeable. Duke Psychiatry's Sarah O'Rourke helps break it down. http://ow.ly/NaCO50zMxzb

"The COVID-19 response is like a moving target. Things change from one day to the next." - Dr. Amy Alger, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Trauma, Acute, and Critical Care Surgery @DukeMedSchool @DukeHealth #COVID19 http://ow.ly/whoF50zJaXY

(@DukeSurgery) — Wed, 20 May 2020 17:30:25 +0000

"The COVID-19 response is like a moving target. Things change from one day to the next." - Dr. Amy Alger, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Trauma, Acute, and Critical Care Surgery @DukeMedSchool @DukeHealth #COVID19 http://ow.ly/whoF50zJaXY pic.twitter.com/0Pwk5ZhGSK

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Naggie has been a driving force coordinating the School’s efforts. As Vice Dean, she will continue to play a key role in our mission to improve care for patients through advancement of our clinical research enterprise. h

(@MaryEKlotman) — Wed, 20 May 2020 14:14:19 +0000

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Naggie has been a driving force coordinating the School’s efforts. As Vice Dean, she will continue to play a key role in our mission to improve care for patients through advancement of our clinical research enterprise. https://bit.ly/2XcURs5 pic.twitter.com/xaFS2D3JAH

Did PubMed look a little different this morning? Read more about the changes here: https://mclibrary.duke.edu/about/blog/new-pubmed-interface …pic.twitter.com/0R8YRQ0qyx

(@DukeMedLibrary) — Mon, 18 May 2020 12:05:55 +0000

Did PubMed look a little different this morning? Read more about the changes here: https://mclibrary.duke.edu/about/blog/new-pubmed-interface … pic.twitter.com/0R8YRQ0qyx

We all know that #residency is going to be hard, but here are some challenges I ran into that surprised me.

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 20:45:08 +0000

We all know that #residency is going to be hard, but here are some challenges I ran into that surprised me.

Whether you're moving into your own place for the first time or making a career change, here are 10 items that will enhance your life as a doc-in-training.

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 20:40:16 +0000

Whether you're moving into your own place for the first time or making a career change, here are 10 items that will enhance your life as a doc-in-training.

While you may be in a rush to submit as quickly as possible, proceed with careful attention to prevent your AMCAS application from being delayed.

Tue, 17 Jul 2018 15:51:38 +0000

While you may be in a rush to submit as quickly as possible, proceed with careful attention to prevent your AMCAS application from being delayed.

By: Stilettos and Stethoscopes

Stilettos and Stethoscopes — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 21:41:27 +0000

Hey,
Such a great list of blogs thank you!
I’m a medical student in the UK and I have a blog too! It mainly covers my perspective on my journey through medical school with some tips to provide insight into getting into medical school in the UK

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Charles Jacob — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 13:37:38 +0000

Check out my site about Medical Billing – https://sybridmd.com

By: Yasmine Zazi

Yasmine Zazi — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 07:04:28 +0000

So helpful! Thank you

By: Dylan Blomme

Dylan Blomme — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 14:08:12 +0000

I feel as though I have began publishing great things about at my recently published blog HonorableMed.com and your readers should check it out too! I mostly give advice to future doctors, but I write about issues in healthcare and mental health as well (after all I am a Psych major too). I would really appreciate you giving it a look :) Thank you!

SDN Experts: You Have Questions, We Have Answers

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:49:42 +0000

SDN Experts: You Have Questions, We Have Answers

A Scribe Case Study: Alyssa Kettler

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:48:15 +0000

A Scribe Case Study: Alyssa Kettler

An Introduction to Student Loans

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:47:25 +0000

An Introduction to Student Loans

Not “Ours” Anymore: Sharing Our Doctor Spouses

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:46:29 +0000

Not “Ours” Anymore: Sharing Our Doctor Spouses

Humanitarian Opportunities for Medical and Pre-Med Students

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:45:46 +0000

Humanitarian Opportunities for Medical and Pre-Med Students

5 Things I Wish I Knew At The Beginning of Medical School

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:43:48 +0000

5 Things I Wish I Knew At The Beginning of Medical School

How to Balance MCAT Prep with School or Work

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:43:05 +0000

How to Balance MCAT Prep with School or Work

Is a Post-Bacc Program Right for Me? Seven Benefits to Consider

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:42:17 +0000

Is a Post-Bacc Program Right for Me? Seven Benefits to Consider

Advice for Interns on Night Float

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 02:41:38 +0000

Advice for Interns on Night Float