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Military After Med School A view of Geffen Hall at UCLA
Career Development

Joining the Military After Med School

Not everyone takes the same path to treating patients. The military provides a host of exclusive benefits for med students who wish to serve their country.

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Anatomic Pathology Fine Needle Aspiration of Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma Lymph Node
Career Development

What Is Anatomic Pathology?

Learn more about the role of an anatomic pathologist and how they use an investigative approach during the diagnostic process to support clinicians.

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A Leader in Patient Satisfaction UCLA Med Center Exterior Shot
Awards & Recognition

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Leads in Patient Satisfaction

At the top hospital for patient satisfaction in Los Angeles, all staff of the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center focus on compassionate communication.

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What's It Like to Be a Transfusion Pathologist
Career Development

What Is Transfusion Medicine?

Dr. Dawn Ward, Clinical Pathologist, describes her role in transfusion medicine, how she oversees every aspect of the blood transfusion process.

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Medical Pathology
Career Development

What Does a Pathologist Do?

Medical pathologists should thrive on solving problems and working in a close-knit environment where clear communication is vitally important.

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The Life of a Plastic Surgeon
Career Development

How to Become a Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Jason Roostaeian, UCLA Plastic Surgeon and Assistant Clinical Professor, explains why he chose this career and what he finds most rewarding.

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Being a Cardiologist Graphic of Human Heart
Career Development

What Does a Cardiologist Do?

Cardiology is a fast-paced field with a lot of potential. But despite all the amazing technology, personal connection with the patient is a must.

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What It's Like To Be A Hematopathologist?
Career Development

What Does a Hematopathologist Do?

Hematopathology is the study of blood diseases. A hematopathologist supports physicians by diagnosing lab samples and identifying treatment options.

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A day in the life of a psychiatrist
Career Development

What Does a Psychiatrist Do?

Dr. Katrina Debonis, Psychiatrist and Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA, describes a typical day treating adult psychiatric patients.

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Pediatric Surgery at UCLA Doctor and Young Patient
Career Development

How to Become a Pediatric Surgeon

Dr. Daniel DeUgarte, Pediatric Surgeon at UCLA, describes what it takes to pursue this specialty in medicine and what a typical day looks like.

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