Medical students are back on ward rounds – albeit virtually
The University of Newcastle has introduced live-streamed ward rounds so clinical teaching can continue during the pandemic.
Tag: Medical students
Medical students jump to support GPs and specialists on COVID-19 frontlines
More than 1000 students have responded to the first call to help doctors while continuing their education, says University of Melbourne's Professor…
Dr Fog’s tips for surviving general practice: No.12 – Closing the deal
So, we have done our pre-consult check of the notes to get some idea who we are about to see. We now know that Emily…
Post-bushfire communities need GPs now more than ever
The bushfire recovery effort has already begun. The devastating effects will be felt for many years to come. The governments — state and federal — will need to…
Podcast reveals things medical school doesn’t teach you
Insight is given into questions such as: How much medical black humour is acceptable during dinner with the in-laws?
Junior doctors give tick to formal mentorship
'Mentor Match' program pairs surgical residents with suitable mentors at a health centre in US.
US med school accepts all 364 hopefuls – by mistake
One student had already planned her acceptance party before Mayo Clinic admitted the error.
Dr Fog’s tips for surviving general practice: No.11 – The consultation
A New Year. Tormenting fires everywhere. Exhaustingly hot. Holiday-makers and locals watching their country burn. The world watches with horror and dismay. Climate-change deniers waffling…
Dr Fog’s tips for surviving general practice: No.10 – Never be afraid to ask for help
In recent months, I have written, largely for the attention of new registrars, some tips on managing GP consults. I have said we need a…
Why med schools need to help stop rising student debt
Fewer students are relying on familial support, and more have part-time jobs, writes Jessica Yang.
