Feb. 1, 2022Tuesday DO & student voicesresearch Medical Research How to conduct research as a medical student This article will address how to conduct research as a medical student, including details on different types of research, how to go about constructing an idea and other practical advice. OMS Life By Kevin Seely, OMS II
Feb. 1, 2022Tuesday medical schoolresearchresidency Medical Education Report provides a roadmap on improving the transition from medical school to residency The Coalition for Physician Accountability shared 34 recommendations in the areas of applicant advising, DEI, away rotations, application review and selection processes, and wellness.
Jan. 12, 2022Wednesday medical schoolstudents Medical Education Tips on surviving—and thriving—during your first year of medical school A student advisor and several med students who have completed their first year share their guidance.
Jan. 12, 2022Wednesday medical schoolstudents Medical Education How to find a mentor in medical school Medical students who have gone through the process of finding a mentor share their tips.
Jan. 4, 2022Tuesday medical schoolresearch Medical Education Med school applications fall from last year’s highs back to pre-pandemic levels While ‘The Fauci Effect’ brought more applications for the 2021 school year than usual, the growth in applications has returned to average levels for the 2022 school year.
Nov. 29, 2021Monday DEImedical educationosteopathic medical education Focus group Med students discuss the minority tax, tokenism and other DEI issues they have encountered Student leaders came together to discuss challenges and potential solutions to address challenges encountered by underrepresented minority osteopathic medical students.
Nov. 10, 2021Wednesday Medical Education Making the most of clinical rotations during COVID Although in-person opportunities may be more limited this year, there are still things students can do to get acquainted with residency programs and get the best education possible.
Nov. 3, 2021Wednesday Medical education COCA has received a five-year renewal of recognition from the U.S. Department of Education The AOA accreditation agency will continue to oversee educational requirements for the growing profession, including 37 Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine in 58 locations.
Oct. 14, 2021Thursday DO & student voices In your words Why residency applications need to change The lack of transparency throughout the residency application process leads to wasted time for applicants and programs and causes untold amounts of stress, writes Sean Kiesel, DO, MBA.
Oct. 14, 2021Thursday medical schoolstudents Medical Education This new Utah DO school doesn’t have scheduled classes Instead of attending lectures, preclinical students at the brand-new osteopathic medical school will take in information by participating in learning pods with a small number of their fellow classmates.