Hit the books 5 must-read books for medical students These medically relevant non-fiction books are moving, scientific and relevant to growth and development as a physician in training. Jan. 3, 2023TuesdayJanuary 2023 issue OMS Life Kevin Seely, OMS III Student Doctor Seely attends the Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Contact Student Doctor Seely
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Nice job, Kevin – though I humbly submit you left out an important tome – End Medical Debt (https://endmedicaldebt.com/). Perhaps even my earlier primer: The Patient, The Doctor and Bill Collector. Jan. 4, 2023, at 10:30 am Reply
I would add “Being Mortal” by Gwande , “The Best Care Possible “ by Byock and yes , “The House of God” because we all need a Fatman in training. Jan. 8, 2023, at 9:29 am Reply
Very interesting selections and especially helpful for students (in a bibliotherapeutic manner). Maybe a course in the first or second year could be established to discuss/debrief students on their future challenges and what changes have been made (under evidence based). I would personally like to see books about patients like Tuesday with Morrie, Brain on Fire, Bear Town and etc. Happy New Year to All Jan. 19, 2023, at 11:46 am Reply