On a mission
May 1, 2019NASA’s top doc: A DO is helping launch the first human journey to Mars
As NASA’s chief health and medical officer, J.D. Polk, DO, is rising to the cosmic challenge.
Articles by Seka Palikuca
It pays to know
April 22, 2019Physician compensation varies up to 23% by employment type, report finds
As more docs steer away from private practice, it’s good to know the differences in average compensation for various types of employment.
Skipping school
April 3, 2019Skipping class is the new normal. What does it mean for med school today?
A trend toward more self-guided studies leads medical students and educators to adapt in various ways.
A twist on primary care
March 13, 20195 things to know about direct primary care
Over the past decade, this practice model has grown immensely. It’s popular with independent, entrepreneurial DOs.
How I practice
March 6, 2019A career in medical cannabis: DO treats children with epilepsy, cancer patients and others
Junella Chin, DO, has found a clear path forward in the intricate and evolving world of treating with cannabis.
Making two careers fly
Feb. 27, 2019Telemedicine enables DO to pursue dual careers as doctor and Boeing 747 pilot
Aware of the high burnout rate in emergency medicine, J. Ting, DO, ardently kept up with his outside interests throughout his career, especially aviation.
Nutrition guidance
Jan. 30, 2019Intermittent fasting: Can we fast our way to better health?
Our ancestors practiced intermittent fasting due to food scarcity, but this ancient survival adaptation might also serve as a tool for improving patient health.
The struggle is real
Jan. 29, 2019He nearly failed medical school before rising to new heights
“Don’t wait to reach out for help,” says Caleb Hentges, DO, who shares the story of his tumultuous first year and the journey back from self-doubt and depression.