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Choosing to Become a Physician Doctor Interviewing Patient
Career Development

How to Become a Doctor

Choosing to become a physician is a decision not to be taken lightly. Medicine is a rewarding and demanding field that requires extensive, varied expertise.

July 20, 2018
2 min read
Types Of Oncology Specialists Mother Hugging Daughter Undergoing Chemotherapy
Career Development

Types of Oncology Specialists

Oncology specialists each focus on a different area of cancer treatment: medicine (such as chemotherapy), radiation, and surgery.

July 20, 2018
2 min read
Getting Ready for Medical School Med Students Posing for a Picture

UCLA Medical School Requirements

A brief guide that covers the academic requirements, experience, recommendations, and testing students need to get ready for med school applications.

July 20, 2018
3 min read
Caring for Autism Patients Man Holding Child
Career Development

With Autism Diagnosis on the Rise Who Cares for Autism Patients?

Interested in working with autism patients? Fields like psychiatry and neurology play a key role in the diagnosis and treatment of patients on the spectrum.

July 15, 2018
2 min read
A Quick Look at Pediatric Subspecialties Doctor and Child Patient
Career Development

A Quick Look at Pediatric Subspecialties

Our guide covers the most common pediatric subspecialties, from neonatology and pediatric cardiology to pediatric oncology and infectious diseases.

July 13, 2018
3 min read
Cure for Loneliness A Companion Walks with an Elderly Patient
Career Development

Finding a Cure for Loneliness

Hospitalizations are very precarious times for older people. Companion Care Program volunteers can help these patients feel less lonely during their stay.

July 13, 2018
1 min read
Medicine in a digital world
Community

Modern Hippocratic Oath Holds the Underlying Values of Medicine in a Digital World

A modern Hippocratic Oath keeps original values in place while meeting the needs of our advanced medical practices and societal priorities.

July 13, 2018
2 min read
Obstetricians vs Gynecologists What's the Difference? Pregnant woman receiving ultrasound
Career Development

Obstetricians and Gynecologists - What Is the Difference?

Obstetrics and Gynecology. Learn more about these related but distinct specialties and what to expect in terms of training, practice and career growth.

July 13, 2018
1 min read
Study the immune system and how it contributes to disease
Career Development

What Does an Immunologist Do?

By combining a scientific career with clinical work, an immunologist studies how the immune system operates in normal health and contributes to disease.

July 13, 2018
2 min read
How Friendships Enhance Medical Careers Students and mentors pose for a selfie at the Gold Humanism Honor Society
Career Development

How Friendships Enhance Medical Careers

Dr. Chang and Dr. Baweja explain how developing a close friendship in med school made them better students, and eventually, better doctors.

July 06, 2018
2 min read
What to Expect in Medical School

What to Expect in the Second Year of Medical School

The second year is designed to move med students closer to their future roles as physicians. Learn more about what to expect from a former student.

July 06, 2018
2 min read
Get prepared for medical school

Preparing for Medical School Applications

Theodore Hall, MD, UCLA Associate Dean for Admissions at David Geffen School of Medicine shares 5 tips for preparing a strong med school application.

July 05, 2018
3 min read
Time management for UCLA medical students
Career Development

Time Management in Medical School - 3 Simple Tips

With a little planning—and some helpful advice from peers—students can find a healthy balance during med school using these time management tips.

July 05, 2018
2 min read
Infectious disease specialists work on immunizations and antibiotic resistance
Career Development

What Does an Infectious Disease Doctor Do?

Infectious disease specialists do critical behind-the-scenes work on issues like immunizations and antibiotic resistance to both treat and prevent infections.

July 05, 2018
2 min read
What is neurobiology? 3D Model of the Human Brain and Spinal Stem
Career Development

What Is Neurobiology?

Dr. Paul Micevych, UCLA Neuroendocrinologist and Chair of the Neurobiology Department, describes a typical day for a neurobiologist.

June 16, 2018
2 min read

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