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Embracing the Journey to Serve Athletes and Patients AlikeIn the realm of medicine, just like in life, choosing a path is often the result of a blend between our passions and where we believe we can make the most significant impact.Throughout my final year of medical school, amid the countless hours of studying, rounds, and patient interactions, an important decision lay before me that would shape my professional journey: Should I take the path of orthopedic surgery for sports medicine or embrace the holistic approach of primary care with a focus on sports medicine.This decision was not made lightly. The appeal of orthopedic surgery, with its intricate procedures was undeniable. Yet, it was the dynamic and deeply personal aspects of exercise and sports medicine within primary care that ultimately captured my heart.Choosing the primary care route, I found a unique opportunity not just in treating, but in truly connecting with patients. It allowed me the privilege to journey alongside them—whether they're taking their first steps towards a more active lifestyle or an athlete striving for peak performance. My role has evolved to not just diagnosing and treating but also educating and empowering individuals to take control of their health through active living. And, when specialized care is needed, I am there to guide them through the maze of medical information to ensure they receive the best care possible.Today, as we stand on the beginning of a new sports season, I am filled with anticipation and gratitude. This season marks my fifth year serving as the team doctor for Georgetown College, an experience that has been both humbling and profoundly rewarding. As the Medical Director, overseeing the health and well-being of hundreds of college athletes, I am reminded daily of why I embarked on this path.I am honored to have the opportunity to influence these young athletes' lives positively. Here's to another season of growth, challenges, and achievements.#Healthcare #SportsMedicine #FamilyMedicine #ActiveLiving #PatientCare #Empowerment

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Dr. Syeda Rubaba Azim SR, assistant professor Dow Institute of Health Professionals Education (DIHPE), has recently published a paper in PLOS ONE titled "Students’ perceptions of and satisfaction with their Orthopedic posting learning environment using the Healthcare Education Micro-Learning Environment Measure (HEMLEM) questionnaire." This study delves into the learning environment of the orthopedic ward and its impact on undergraduate medical students. Notably, the research also reveals significant gender differences in student satisfaction, highlighting areas for improvement. Link: https://lnkd.in/eC-XYUnAImpact Factor: 3.7Journal: PLOS-ONECitation: Azim SR, Azfar SM, Baig M (2024) Students’ perceptions of and satisfaction with their Orthopedic posting learning environment by using the Healthcare Education Micro-Learning Environment Measure (HEMLEM) questionnaire. PLoS ONE 19(7): e0306971. https://doi.org/ 10.1371/journal.pone.0306971

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Virtual teaching is the way of the future! Read this article about the University of Michigan's #podiatry program and how Alton R. Johnson Jr., DPM, DABPM, FACPM, FASPS, CWSP is utilizing #AR.

● HOW I BURIED RATS MANY YEARS AGO, TO PREPARE FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL 🙂Many years ago, I used to literally walk by the road in search of de•ad rats 🐀. ☆☆☆My friend Engr Kingsley Tasie had to call me one day to inform me of a big dead rat found in his compound. This was between 2008 & 2009. As of this time I hadn't been admitted into the university to study my dream course, medicine and surgery. I succeeded with 3 rats after much search. What was I doing with them? 🤔I buried each seperately, and dug them up after some days when they had decayed just to extract their bones. Trust me, I did this when nobody was at home 😀. Some experiments require privacy. As someone who had just left secondary school a year ago [2007], and applying to become one of the best doctors in the society. I needed to get used to some important parts of the body before venturing into the system as a Medical student. So, while I was writing JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD , I had a container full of rat bones. As you know, rats and humans are mammals, so both have similar osteo-features.Inside the container were also some silica gel/desiccant [always found with new bags or shoes ] to absorb any humid and keep the container dry always. I got so used to the bones that I was familiar with various parts of the skeletal system as I often read with the bones beside me each time I studied.●It was in 2010 that I got rid of them, when I became a Medical student in a private University. I remember bringing out my container in my room one day and my room mate was like, 'wetin you wan use this thing do, when you would be studying with the main human bones' soon? ~~~~~Each time I remember those years of my life, I often smiled at my years of secret dedication and preparations for an unseen future. You can call it faith, motivation, dedication, planning, or even preparation, you are absolutely right ✅️ I may not be a medical doctor today, but sincerely, those little private moments of dedication has serious impacts in my life today.[Article pulled from my Facebook page, from a year ago https://lnkd.in/erCyYT8p ]#thefutureisbrightFidelis Chinagorom ✍️

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Educational Burden??It's not "you need to learn math because you won't always have a calculator in the future."Educational Burden is the amount of knowledgetime or PAINa patient needs before seeking care.The best marketing strategies consider the educational burden to effectively meet these people where they are in their journey.The more acute the ailment, the lower the educational burden - think sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics or urgent care.The more chronic the ailment, depending on the degree of pain, the higher the educational burden - spines or total joints.I'm disappointed in my 6th grade math teacher's inability to predict the future."Look at me now, Ms. Martin! I ALWAYS have a calculator!"#patientjourney #patientvisits #math #patientacquisition #healthcaremarketing

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Poor health outcomes in marginalized communities are oft discussed within the context of food deserts, poor choices, and lack of education. But how much responsibility lies with decisionmakers and clinicians? In 2016 40%+ of first and second year medical students believed that Black skin is thicker than White skin and that Black people have fewer nerve ending for pain perception. Layer on intersectional identities (eg the "Strong Black Woman" trope) and the disparity in healthcare becomes even wider. The length of medical training means the first wave of these 2016 students are only now completing residency and opening practices, taking full time clinical roles, moving into hospital and insurance administration, etc. More hospitals and insurance companies are using algorithms to determine scope of care, but we all know bad data in, bad data out. This is exacerbating adverse impact in care recommendations, diagnoses, benefits coverages, and referrals for resources for POC, women, and IWD (https://lnkd.in/eAEP-Ypm) . Gratitude to Dr. Uché Blackstock, MD and all clinicians, researchers, and educators advancing equity in healthcare. The ideal solutions: 1. Compulsory ethics and human rights education for *all* STEM fields2. Greater diversity of STEM faculty3. Equity and inclusion evaluation for licensure3. Transparency and regular auditing regulations for algorithms. Thoughts?

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R42: More Than Just a NameEver wondered why we named our Bariatric Manikin R42? Let's dive into the story behind the name.42%. It's not just a number; it represents a significant proportion of the US population that has long been underrepresented in healthcare education. R42 is our commitment to bridging this gap—representing the 42% of individuals considered obese.But why choose a number? Because R42 is more than a manikin; it's a catalyst for change. We wanted to confront challenging topics like unconscious bias, bullying, diversity, and inclusion. Using conventional names could inadvertently perpetuate negative stereotypes. Imagine if we called the manikin Jessica or Rebecca—names that might unwittingly become tools for ridicule.By naming it R42, we challenge norms. Ridiculing someone as "looking like R42" doesn't just mock an individual; it marginalizes 42% of the US population. It serves as a powerful reminder that, as healthcare professionals, our duty is to embrace diversity and inclusivity, fostering a supportive environment for all.R42 is more than a name; it's a symbol of change, breaking away from the ordinary to champion representation, respect, and unity. Let's celebrate the diversity R42 represents and strive for a healthcare education that truly reflects the richness of the human experience. #R42 #DiversityInHealthcare #InclusiveEducationFind out more about R42 here: https://lnkd.in/exEgteSH#simulationtraining #simulation Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) Association for Simulated Practice in Healthcare (ASPiH) NHS England ADVAMCED BARIACTRICS A MEDICAL CORPORATION Bariatric Advantage New York Bariatric Group My Bariatric Solutions American Society For Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery GAASMBS - Georgia Chapter, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery SimulationCollective Max Kirton Corbin Adler

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Become an adaptive learner with WashU PT! Are you considering a DPT Program? Look no further than Washington University’s Program in Physical Therapy. At WashU PT, our educational experience is uniquely ours, pioneered from our human movement approach to Physical Therapy. Here, learners work to identify and correct the underlying causes of patients’ symptoms. Experience may start in our classrooms, but our learners also engage in part-time and full-time clinical experiences with specialties in pediatrics, acute care, neuromuscular, orthopaedic, pelvic health, sports medicine, etc. WashU PT also offers opportunities to expand learners’ knowledge in policy, research, communication, and community-building. Our hands-on, competency-based program is designed for our learners to become more active, involved, and well-rounded professionals, ready to continue expanding their knowledge and caring for their communities.#WashUDPT #physicaltherapy #competencybased #DPT #learning #FuturePT #DPTStudent #PTStudent #PTSchool #DoctorofPhysicalTherapy #PTLife #RehabScience #MovementScience

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Electives are just businesses to suck money from International Medical Students; Electives are Very Expensive even for American Medical Students.Who has the financial capacity to pay over 1000 USD as a one-month rotation Fee?Plus Health Insurance and Malpractice Insurance, Life Expenses, Transportation from one State to another, Visa Application feesthis is a huge amount of money.And may your visa be denied, but you will not be able to attend on the scheduled date.Even Agencies Suck Money from International Students to give them the acceptance letter, and might their Visa get denied at USA Consult, and you will not be able to travel to do the elective therapy rendering them lose the Fees they paid for the elective rotation.Be careful with your Money. It is a very expensive journey. You will pay to breathe air. Be wise and careful.Be wise and Take care of this Business.

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On the Road Again! I hope that you enjoy reading about Royal College of Surgeons. Students who know that they are interested in medicine can study medicine from day one of their first year and graduate in five or six years. #collegeadmissions, #collegetour, #collegevisits, #medicalschool, #university #admissions, #college, #dublinireland, #education, #educationinireland, #ireland

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