Imagine this: instead of peering through a microscope, medical students are swiping through Instagram. Sounds crazy, right? But that's exactly what's happening in some medical schools. Histology, the study of tissues, is a core subject in medical education. It's all about understanding the tiny stru
The story of human milk (HM) research starts way back in the early 1900s, when it was part of dairy science. Some of the first scientists to study HM were David Forsyth, Lucy Naish, and Disney Cran. They knew HM was important, and they wanted to understand it better. These scientists built on what p
Imagine this: young doctors, fresh out of school, diving into the intense world of medical training. It's a tough gig, right? Long hours, high stress, and a constant learning curve. But what if there was a way to make this journey a bit smoother? Enter coaching. It's not just about learning the rope
Idaho is at a crossroads when it comes to medical education. The state is thinking about leaving a long-standing partnership with the University of Washington and three other states in the Western region. This partnership, known as WWAMI, has been around for 50 years and has allowed Idaho students t
Medical schools are under fire. Not from a new virus or a natural disaster. But from political attacks. These attacks are targeting programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. These programs are crucial for creating a medical workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. But
Have you ever wondered about the mental health of medical postgraduates? It is important. Experts in Tamil Nadu have been concerned about how many future doctors in postgraduate programs are struggling daily. At this point in time, depression is lurking on their students' heels , affecting more th
Medical schools are missing the mark when it comes to training doctors to care for non-binary and transgender individuals. Doctors still learn based on binary gender, first established in the mid 19th century. What does that mean for today's patients? Everyone's health history is recorded on pa
Imagine this: You're a medical student in Egypt. Recently, there were major changes to how your school teaches you medicine - classes, how you are graded, and your schedule. GPS helps the driver find the destination faster and safer. Think about it, do you feel confident about studying medi
Imagine this: You're a doctor, and you've just read a study saying a treatment is "likely to work. " Do you jump right in and prescribe it? Or do you ask for more proof? This is what a recent study wanted to find out. They asked medical students and specialists in German-speaking countries what they
Corneal transplants are a big deal. They are the most common type of transplant surgery. Medical students are the doctors of tomorrow. The future of corneal transplant awareness relies on them. To help these students understand the importance of corneal transplants, a study was set up. The
