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UCLA Celebrates Medical Graduates
Awards & Recognition

UCLA Celebrates 3 Medical Graduates Who Overcame Extraordinary Odds

Earning an MD is a tough journey for any student, but three UCLA graduates overcame additional hurdles to achieve their dream of becoming a doctor

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The virus HSV-1 causes cold sores
Research & Labs

UCLA Study Produces Clearest Images to Date of HSV-1

UCLA researchers have produced the clearest 3-D images of the virus that causes cold sores, allowing them to map HSV-1 structure.

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Community

‘Laker for a Day’ Facebook Video Inspires Man to Donate His Kidney

Laker superfan decides to donate a kidney to his ailing father after watching "Laker for a Day" Facebook video and is later honored on court by the team.

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Psychiatrist Applauds Film About 1930's Sex-Change Pioneer
Community

Psychiatrist Applauds Film About 1930's Sex-Change Pioneer

Dr. Vernon Rosario, Associate Clinical Professor of Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA’s Semel Institute, reviews the movie The Danish Girl.

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UCLA Neurosurgery Trail-blazing Neurosurgeon-Scientist Dr. Linda Liau

Trail-blazing Neurosurgeon-Scientist Dr. Linda Liau Takes Helm of UCLA Neurosurgery

Dr. Linda Liau, an internationally renowned neurosurgeon and researcher, has been named chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at DGSOM at UCLA.

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Meditation relieves academic stress
Community

The Benefits of Meditation to Relieve Stress

Med students can find balance through meditation, and UCLA offers a range of resources to help them navigate their academic careers in a healthy way.

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Medical School Prerequisites and Nontraditional Students Illustration
Career Development

Non Traditional Medical Student Finds Alternate Path to Med School

There are numerous programs that help nontraditional students complete the required coursework and provide guidance on the application process.

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DO versus MD - What's the Difference? Illustration
Career Development

Do vs MD - What Is the Difference?

Trying to decide between a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree? Our guide covers the similarities and the differences.

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5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers
Community

5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers

What can students at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA do with their time off? Visit some of the best piers in and around sunny Los Angeles.

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Conscious Sedation Safe Alternative Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
Research & Labs

Exploring Anesthesia Alternatives

Researchers analyzed 196 patients who underwent transcatheter aortic valve replacement, finding conscious sedation a safe and viable option.

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Getting into Dermatology Skin Cancer Detection
Career Development

How to Become a Dermatologist

Dermatology diagnoses and treats skin, hair and nail disorders. This rewarding discipline has many subspecialties, but it's also a competitive field.

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Where to Live in Med School at UCLA
Community

5 Suburbs of Los Angeles That Are Near UCLA

If you prefer the suburbs to big city life, these nearby communities are within commuting distance for UCLA medical school students and staff.

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Heavy Winter Rains Related to Allergy Attacks Person Holding Umbrella
Community

Does Rain Make Allergies Worse?

Dr. Maria Garcia-Lloret, allergist with UCLA Health, explains how exceptionally wet weather can cause allergy attacks throughout the year.

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Five med school application tips by the dean for admissions

How to Apply to Medical School

Dr. Theodore Hall, Associate Dean for Admissions, shares his top five medical school application tips and what he looks for when assessing applicants.

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Medical School-Life Balance in the Summer Illustration
Community

Medical School-Life Balance in the Summer

Maintaining a school-life balance is a challenge for med school students, and that doesn't change during the summer! Here are our summer survival tips.

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