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Many chronic conditions can lead to renal failure. Hypertension and diabetes can independently cause renal failure. The effect is compounded...

This guest post by Jenna Smith discusses the necessary ingredients for becoming a surgeon. Individuals pursuing surgery as a career have t...

" When Breath Becomes Air " is a memoir written by neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithi. The book is a poignant look at the human spirit in...

This is a guest post / repost from Smart Money, MD on the topic of whether going to a highly-ranked medical school matters: Some of u...

As you encounter patients in a primary care setting, you play an important role in preventative medicine. Specifically, you must ensure that...