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Cell With Zika Virus
Research & Labs

The Zika Virus Will Affect the Olympics, But How Is Unknown

Zika will likely not need to be a limiting factor for most Olympic athletes and attendees. The real concern is for pregnant women.

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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.

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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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Students at a PRIME council team building event
Community

Training Future Doctors for Underserved Communities

The UCLA PRIME program prepares med students for the unique challenges they'll face and the impact they can have on underserved communities.

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Trauma Surgeons vs ER Doctors View of Busy Operating Room
Career Development

Trauma Surgeons vs ER Doctors - What Is the Difference?

Wondering what the difference is between trauma surgeons and ER doctors? How and when do they work together? Dr. Brant Putnam explains.

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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.

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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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Med School Mentorship Program A group of medical students, all women, work on a problem together in a simulation lab
Career Development

UCLA Med School Mentorship Program for Four Years and Beyond

The UCLA Big Sib-Little Sib student-mentorship program encourages support and sharing among members of all four medical school classes.

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UCLA medical school ranked among nation’s best

UCLA Medical School Ranked Among Nation’s Best

The UCLA medical school rose three spots to #11 in research and maintained its #6 position in primary care in the annual U.S. News and World Report.

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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.

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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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Overcoming an Unmatched Medical Residency A large group of students on Match Day holding up their match letters
Career Development

Unmatched MD for Residency Is Simply a Roadblock

More than 95 percent match into desirable residency programs, but there are options for students facing an unmatched medical residency.

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Being a Cardiologist Graphic of Human Heart
Career Development

What Does a Cardiologist Do?

Cardiology is a fast-paced field with a lot of potential. But despite all the amazing technology, personal connection with the patient is a must.

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Life of a Dermatologist Doctor Examining Patient's Skin
Career Development

What Does a Dermatologist Do?

Dermatology is one of the most versatile specialties out there. You can specialize in medical, cosmetic, or inpatient dermatology ... or a combination.

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What does a Fertility Doctor Do?
Career Development

What Does a Fertility Doctor Do?

Reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI), a surgical subspecialty of obstetrics and gynecology, uses medicine and surgery to treat women's health.

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