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Physiatrist Dr. Allen Chen, pictured here preparing for a procedure
Faculty

What Is a Physiatrist?

What is a physiatrist? UCLA’s Dr. Allen Chen demystifies his field and explains how to become a physiatrist.

8 min read
Ophthalmologist Dr. Jo Ann Giaconi using lab equipment
Faculty

What Is an Ophthalmologist?

An ophthalmologist is a doctor who treats all eye/vision conditions. UCLA’s Dr. Giaconi explains what they do and how they differ from optometrists.

8 min read
Pediatric cardiologist checks vital signs of her pediatric cardiology patient
Faculty

What Is a Pediatric Cardiologist?

Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Juan Alejos explains the ins and outs of training and working in pediatric cardiology.

9 min read
Kidney Transplant Surgery Specialist UCLA Medical School Jeffrey Veale posing the OR
Faculty

Kidney Transplant Requirements

Kidney transplant surgeon Dr. Jeffrey L. Veale explains kidney transplant requirements and UCLA’s innovative donation programs.

6 min read
Hematology imagery - blood platelet samples
Faculty

What Is a Hematologist?

Specialist Dr. Kanwarpal S. Kahlon explains what hematologists do, how to become a hematologist, and when to see a hematologist.

7 min read
An infectious disease doctor wearing a face mask and goggles
Faculty

What Is an Infectious Disease Doctor?

What does an infectious disease doctor do? Dr. Daniel Uslan, Chief Infection Prevention Officer at UCLA, breaks down the ins and outs of this specialty.

5 min read
A pediatric patient in a doctor's office
Faculty

What Is a Pediatric Oncologist?

What Does a Pediatric Oncologist Do? UCLA physician and researcher Dr. Christopher Denny describes what it's like to treat childhood cancer.

7 min read
What is a dermatologist? UCLA Dermatologist David Beynet
Faculty

What Is a Dermatologist?

What is a dermatologist? A UCLA dermatologist explains how to become a dermatologist, when to see a dermatologist, and more.

7 min read
What is a urologist? Female urologist pictured with her patient
Faculty

What Is a Urologist?

What does a urologist do? A UCLA Urologist answers questions about his field and shares tips for Men’s Health Awareness Month.

6 min read
What Is a Psychiatrist? Image of grey matter in the brain
Faculty

What Is a Psychiatrist?

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, a UCLA psychiatrist explains how to become a psychiatrist and discusses other aspects of her field.

4 min read