Latest Healthcare Career Community Discussions
Dive into all the discussions as you explore your Healthcare Career.
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Community Icebreaker🧊⛏️: Your Healthcare Journey!
Whether you're a seasoned nurse, a student dreaming of becoming a surgeon, a healthcare administrator, or anywhere in between, we'd love to hear from you: What segment of the healthcare field are you currently in, or what area do you aspire to join? Share your answers in the comments below! Looking forward to connecting…
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✨Welcome to our Healthcare Careers Community!✨
✨Welcome!✨ We're thrilled to have you join our dedicated space for healthcare professionals and those aspiring to enter this vital field. Whether you're just starting your journey or you're looking to advance your career, this community is designed to support you every step of the way.🎉 Here, you'll find valuable insights…
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Healthy New Year! Kick Off 2026: Discover Careers in Nutrition & Personal Health!
Happy New Year!🎉 This month, we’re diving into the world of nutritionists, dietitians, and personal health careers. Whether you're looking to change your career or just change your plate, understanding these roles is the first step to a healthier 2026. Why Nutrition Careers are Trending in 2026 Personalized health is…
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Career Pivot Question
For those who left the bedside for HealthTech, Pharma, or Consulting—what was the hardest 'clinical habit' you had to break to succeed in a corporate environment?
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Preparing for Clinicals: Nursing Edition
Before my first day of nursing school clinicals, I remember being a nervous wreck. I didn’t know what to expect or what my preceptor would be like, and, of course, I had those first-day jitters. But after a few clinical days, I found myself more confident and prepared. So, I’ve put together some tips that helped me…
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How I prepared for my clinicals as an FNP student
For me, starting clinicals as a family nurse practitioner student was both exciting and intimidating. I felt a mix of nerves, anticipation, and relief to begin the final semesters of graduate school. I knew clinicals were going to challenge me, but I also wanted to make the most of my preceptor’s and my time while…
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What is the USMLE and how many steps does it have?
The USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination) is a three-step examination for medical licensure in the United States. It assesses a budding physician's knowledge and application of key concepts, principles, and fundamental patient-centered skills that constitute the basis of safe and effective patient care. Step…
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How to balance work, life, and school during a FNP program
As a prior family nurse practitioner (FNP) student, I understand the (almost) daily challenges of balancing work, life, and school. My first several semesters of FNP school were hard, but it was mainly asynchronous coursework that I could work on during my own time. But once clinicals started, it became increasingly more…
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Day in the life of a Resident Henry Siccardi, MD/MPH MCAT & USMLE Instructor
Hi, my name is Henry Siccardi, MD/MPH MCAT & USMLE Instructor. Here's a sneak peek at a day in my life. At 05:00 I wake up, make a cup of coffee and some breakfast (usually oatmeal). I make my to-do list for the day (excluding work), and triage/answer emails. When I'm at my best I'll squeeze in 10 minutes of pushups,…
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Day in the life of a Resident Henry Siccardi, MD/MPH MCAT & USMLE Instructor
Hi, my name is Henry Siccardi, MD/MPH MCAT & USMLE Instructor. Here's a sneak peek at a day in my life. At 05:00 I wake up, make a cup of coffee and some breakfast (usually oatmeal). I make my to-do list for the day (excluding work), and triage/answer emails. When I'm at my best I'll squeeze in 10 minutes of pushups,…
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Q&A: How to balance your time as a med student during the holidays
Hi, I am Sam Turco, Professor Emeritus of Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. I feel I have the experience to be able to adequately respond to this question. It is important to prioritize being together with family and friends during the holidays over studying for medical board exams. The stress…
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Tips for managing stress while in nursing school
Whether you’re starting your first semester of nursing school or in your last semester of clinical rotations, nursing school can be both exciting and stressful. When I first started nursing school, I knew it would be challenging since I was in an accelerated program. Between the coursework, 12-hour-long clinical rotations…