Several pre-meds applying to medical school have asked me whether or not they should apply to combined MD and Master of Public Health (MPH) programs—or at least consider pursuing an MPH in the future. For anyone unfamiliar with my background, I obtained my MPH at Yale during my 3-year gap between college and medical school. […]
Racism as a Risk Factor for COVID-19 Mortality
Last weekend, I attended a White Coats for Black Lives rally downtown. For those unfamiliar with what White Coats for Black Lives is, it is a national organization of health care professionals dedicated to raising awareness for the Black Lives Matter movement. An important point brought up during the rally that really stuck with me […]
Health Informatics in Medicine
Health informatics is an innovative and evolving sector that intertwines technology, communication, and healthcare. As the number of medical providers who use electronic health records increases, health informatics specialists will be in charge of selecting technology, support efficient design with IT specialists, and promote the understanding of the technology application in the workforce. The first […]
