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Medical School Interview

Your Medical School Interview - What to Expect

Learn more about how to prepare for your medical school interview from Dr. Theodore R. Hall, UCLA Associate Dean for Admissions at DGSOM.

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Interested in Becoming a Pediatrician? Doctor and Infant Patient
Career Development

How to Become a Pediatrician

Dr. Deborah Lehman, Pediatrician at UCLA, describes what it takes to pursue a career in pediatrics and what a typical day looks like treating children.

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Medical Terminology Pre Med Students Should Study

Basic Medical Terminology Every Med Student Should Know

From science terminology to clinical vocabulary and shorthand, studying medical terminology can help pre med students prep for med school.

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Medical Apps That Doctors Use
Career Development

Medical Apps for Doctors

While no replacement for clinical knowledge and experience, these six apps can increase efficiency and provide resources, making them doctor favorites.

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What's It Like to Be an OB GYN Physician Pregnant Woman Receiving Ultrasound
Career Development

What Does an OBGYN Do?

Many med students choose to become OB/GYN physicians, though the field is best suited to individuals who thrive in both clinical and OR settings.

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What's It Like to Perform Your First Surgery? Surgical Resident and Surgeon Post for Camera
Career Development

What Was It Like to Perform Your First Surgery?

Dr. Emily Dubina, General Surgery Resident at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, describes her very first experience performing surgery during medical school.

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