Have you ever accidentally touched something that was too hot and immediately pulled your hand away before you even had a chance to think about it? You can thank your nervous system for that! Every animals has one (with a few exceptions), and it is an incredibly important and complex part of the body that […]
Tips For Shadowing A Physician
For students eager to get experience in the field, shadowing a doctor is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insight. When applying to medical programs, having this experience on your resume is definitely a bonus. By taking part in a shadowing program, students get first hand experience of what it is like to be a […]
What Do Hospitals Look For In Volunteers?
Volunteering in a hospital is not for everyone, but volunteers play an incredibly important role in any hospital. They can not perform medical tasks, but they support the hospital staff in many other ways by visiting patients, transporting items, directing people, or other basic duties. Usher Khan, medical assistant and registered orthopedic tech, shares his […]
How Does Volunteering Benefit Your Brain?
We all know that volunteering is a good thing to do for our communities and people in need. Did you know that your brain itself actually receives tons of benefits when you volunteer? Usher Khan is a medical assistant, registered orthopedic tech, and dedicated volunteer. He has taken part in emergency room volunteer work as […]
What Is The Happiest Medical Career?
Most careers in the healthcare industry are known for being incredibly stressful. Healthcare workers can often struggle to find a satisfying work-life balance. However, if you want to work in the medical field, there are certain careers where people report a high level of job satisfaction. As an aspiring physician, Usher Khan currently works as […]
