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Residency Personal Statement – Experts Improve Your Residency Essay

January 31st, 2010 admin

Matching to a residency program through the NRMP® (National Resident Matching Program) is a competitive endeavor. Even strong candidates – especially IMGs (international medical graduates) – can have difficulty getting PGY-1 (post graduate year one) positions in many specialties. Those that do match may not get their first or second choices, leaving them in suboptimal locations or programs. Consequently, professional residency admissions consulting have become increasingly important in optimizing residency applications and ensuring that candidates get into the programs they desire.

 

Residency admissions consulting companies come in a variety of forms. Some are larger companies that focus on admissions to several types of graduate programs – not just medicine. Others are smaller companies that provide a medical focus, but have a pool of consultants of varying quality. Finally, elite companies offer both the medical focus and a highly experienced consultant who works one-on-one with clients. These professionals are ex-admissions officers from respected medical institutions. They have the inside knowledge of how residency admissions work, providing personalized guidance to optimize candidates’ residency personal statement, ERAS® and interview skills.

 

Because applicants can unknowingly undermine their chances of success with poorly compiled materials, underdeveloped residency application personal statement and inadequate interview skills, a qualified, personalized residency admissions consultant provides a great advantage.

 

An expert consultant can offer a variety of services to improve a residency application:

 

  1. ERAS® (or alternative application) editing. The Electronic Residency Application Service is a centralized program that transmits applications and other supporting credentials from the applicant to program directors using the Internet. Most residency programs now use ERAS®; a few have individual applications. ERAS® and other applications include a section for describing all of an applicant’s accomplishments. Ensuring that a candidate’s activity descriptions are optimally-worded is essential for showcasing the applicant’s accomplishments to residency admissions officers.
  2. Personal statement for residency application. The ERAS® essay allows the applicant to demonstrate his or her distinctiveness as a candidate. Excellent organization, format, syntax, grammar and spelling are essential.
  3. Curriculum vitae (C.V.). The C.V. is a standardized medical resume that is offered to faculty to improve candidates’ letters of recommendation (LORs), highly important factors in the residency application process. The C.V. can also be used for the rest of the applicant’s professional career.
  4. Mock interviews. Few people would take the Boards without practicing first. But many applicants mistakenly arrive at their residency interviews unprepared. Being coached by an experienced professional makes an enormous difference in an applicant’s confidence and presentation to program directors and residency admissions committees.

 

When choosing a residency admissions consulting company, an applicant should verify the company’s references and research its consultants. Elite companies that offer both the medical focus and a highly experienced consultant who works one-on-one with clients offer a large advantage for residency applicants, especially during these competitive times.

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Cure for Heart Disease Lied about by Doctors?

January 31st, 2010 admin

“The People” have had enough apparently!

An “insider” revealed today that the “World of Medicine” is scamming people – and even worse: with the help of “law-makers!”

It seems that “money” (as usual) has blinded doctors and medical practitioners to the degree that they are now willingly *suppressing* the truth regarding Heart Disease – its control, management, and even its cure!

That’s right: “cure!”

And what should shock you even more:

It seems that it’s against the law to say the word “cure” when describing anything that actually cures you.

Yet it’s very much okay to say that something “treats” or helps “offset” the symptoms of some health condition or disease.

But if you say “cure” (and even including when you in fact have a real and bona fide cure for something and can even prove it!) you can get arrested.

Ever wonder why we have a “healthcare” industry and not a “healthcure” industry?

It’s simply because no one’s out to “cure” anyone because there’s little money in doing so.

Instead, keeping you sick and marginally pain-free is all anyone’s really out to do for you these days – as doing so means you being “forced” to buy all the same drugs over and over again, and again, and … (you get the point!)

Of course, if a cure came along it would mean you buy it one time, and then you’re cured – and that’s that (over and done!)

But a number of doctors, philanthropists, and just plain old “good folks” armed with “real answers” and “real solutions” are stepping up and are NOT afraid of “Uncle Big-Bully Brother!”

One courageous fellow by the name of Melford Bibens, CPT, is doing exactly this, as he’s helped others overcame “naturally” the condition known as “Heart Disease!”

Not only that, but Melford has lectured and personally helped individuals beat the disease to the point that proven sufferers have actually gotten re-diagnoses as “no longer having the disease at all!” (Something that’s pretty much always been ruled out as a possibility altogether! – and now which may even be against the law!)

But it’s not certain how long Melford will be allowed to do this because “Uncle Sambo” has actually started using “Gestapo” tactics whereby people and businesses truly offering “cures” have been raided with masked armed police who even go to the point of forcing customers in the stores to get down on the floor at gunpoint!

So, if you’re wise and want to find out about this while it’s still possible for you to do so, then just visit this link now:

   ~~~>  http://www.UltimateHealthyHeart.com/amdigital

But don’t be surprised if one day soon you return to find this site completely removed with a US Flag waving in its place (in the name of “freedom” no less!)

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Cure for Cancer Lied About by Doctors?

January 31st, 2010 admin

“The People” have had enough apparently!

An “insider” revealed today that the “World of Medicine” is scamming people – and even worse: with the help of “law-makers!”

It seems that “money” (as usual) has blinded doctors and medical practitioners to the degree that they are now willingly *suppressing* the truth regarding cancer – its control, management, and even its cure!

That’s right: “cure!”

And what should shock you even more:

It seems that it’s against the law to say the word “cure” when describing anything that actually cures you.

Yet it’s very much okay to say that something “treats” or helps “offset” the symptoms of some health condition or disease.

But if you say “cure” (and even including when you in fact have a real and bona fide cure for something and can even prove it!) you can get arrested.

Ever wonder why we have a “healthcare” industry and not a “healthcure” industry?

It’s simply because no one’s out to “cure” anyone because there’s little money in doing so.

Instead, keeping you sick and marginally pain-free is all anyone’s really out to do for you these days – as doing so means you being “forced” to buy all the same drugs over and over again, and again, and … (you get the point!)

Of course, if a cure came along it would mean you buy it one time, and then you’re cured – and that’s that (over and done!)

But a number of doctors, philanthropists, and just plain old “good folks” armed with “real answers” and “real solutions” are stepping up and are NOT afraid of “Uncle Big-Bully Brother!”

One courageous fellow by the name of Melford Bibens, CPT, is doing exactly this, as he’s helped many people overcome “naturally” the dreaded disease of Cancer!

Not only that, but Melford has lectured and personally helped individuals beat the disease to the point that proven sufferers have actually gotten re-diagnoses as “no longer having the disease at all!” (Something that’s pretty much always been ruled out as a possibility altogether! – and now which may even be against the law!)

But it’s not certain how long Melford will be allowed to do this because “Uncle Sambo” has actually started using “Gestapo” tactics whereby people and businesses truly offering “cures” have been raided with masked armed police who even go to the point of forcing customers in the stores to get down on the floor at gunpoint!

So, if you’re wise and want to find out about this while it’s still possible for you to do so, then just visit this link now:

   ~~~>  http://www.UltimateCancerSolution.com/amdigital

But don’t be surprised if one day soon you return to find this site completely removed with a US Flag waving in its place (in the name of “freedom” no less!)

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Health Care Can go Digital With an EHR System

January 31st, 2010 admin

The progress in technology can be seen in every area of our lives. One area where significant advances have been made is in the field of medicine. What is unique about this field is that compared to how rapidly technology is evolving in some areas, the paper-based management system used in most care centers seems archaic. 

 In the medical field there is an enormous collection of data that is required, and many argue that it is impossible to manage and/or preserve all this data on paper. The information contained on a single paper chart is invaluable, yet paper so fragile. Even a spilled cup of coffee can equal disaster. The integrity of a paper record can suffer with continued use or extended storage (and data like x-ray film may not stand the test of time). Hand-written information on a paper chart can also be difficult to read, leading to misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment, and billing errors. The sheer amount of data that needs to be collected also makes it difficult to maintain organization. A single misplaced sheet can cause major problems. Finally, storing so many records costs time and money, as does transporting them. 

 If the technology exists to keep a human heart beating, surely a solution to these issues does as well? Indeed it does, and is known as an electronic medical record (EMR). This is nothing but a medical record present in digital format. In the world of health informatics, an EMR is considered one type of the several electronic health records (EHR) that are available, but often, EMR and EHR are considered synonymous.  A digital record can be easily interpreted, updated, duplicated, transported, and cannot easily be destroyed. EMRs can save time, money, and increase the overall quality of care.

  If a patient’s chart in a digital format solves the challenges of the traditional paper version, why haven’t more health care centers adopted EMRs? Many fear the upfront costs and potential loss of productivity during a transition. But, the reason may be that an electronic medical record by itself is not enough. Recording test results or an x-ray electronically is a significant evolution in technology, but the EMR needs to be fully integrated with the rest of the processes carried out by any given health care provider, such as coding or billing. Rather than just an EMR, what is needed is EHR system, where an EMR is an integral part of practice management software or medical management software. 

Austin-based e-MDs, leading developer of healthcare software solutions, is paving the way with their Solution Series™, considered the standard for affordable and integrated EHR and practice management software solutions. More than just digitizing a paper chart, the software includes document management, clinical, and financial modules to automate medical practice processes and the management of EMRs. Solution Series™ is a comprehensive EHR system that incorporates, and vastly improves upon, all systems and processes that are currently paper-based. 

 With the obvious advantages an upgrade in technology offers, the public is eagerly awaiting (and our government encouraging) the transition to the universal adoption of EMRs. With e-MDs Solution Series™, the technology now exists to support all processes involved with providing care with a true EHR system. By eliminating hurdles and providing comprehensive support needed to make such a radical change, e-MDs hopes to bring medical practices from the stone-age into the digital age.  

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The Influence Of Cosmetic Dentistry Of Your Teeth Color

January 31st, 2010 admin

Cosmetic dentistry is the branch of dental medicine that deals with the appearance of the teeth. This branch encompassed a wide range of bleaching procedures, laser applications and dental implants, just to offer a few examples. The procedures are recommended by the dentist and often performed in his/her office. There are however a few methods and teeth whitening products that can be tried at home. The results differ, depending on the patient and the chosen procedure. If you think that it’s time to change your teeth color to white, then you should consider cosmetic dentistry as well.

Many of the teeth whitening products that are recommend for at-home usage contain a bleaching agent known as peroxide. Cosmetic dentistry is a delicate matter and one should not try improving the teeth color without consulting a dentist first. Over-the-counter products present a series of risks, containing bleaching agents that are either too strong or have no effect at all. Any bleaching procedure should be supervised by the dentist, the recommended concentration of bleaching agents being of as little as 15% when it comes to whitening gels. Supervising is also important in the situation where the patient decides to try out mouthpiece trays, the dentist being responsible of taking an impression of ones teeth and providing a customized tray. The teeth color can definitely be improved using such methods but only at the recommendation of the dentist.

If you decide that you want to improve your teeth color at the dentist’s office, then you will benefit from additional protection. Dentists recognize the importance of protecting the oral cavity and especially the gums from the effects of bleaching agents, applying protective substances before the treatment is performed. For those who want an immediate whitening effect, the doctor might also suggest a laser-based procedure. The combination between heat and peroxide gel is highly efficient when it comes to obtaining a whiter teeth color. Cosmetic dentistry relies heavily today on the usage of laser technology, the heat having an accelerating effect on the overall whitening process.

Are there any side-effects when it comes to teeth whitening? Dentists warn about the different medical procedures that cause the teeth to become sensitive. Each patient is different and the dentist will have to perform a thorough medical investigation in order to decide which cosmetic dentistry procedure is more recommended. Not only can the teeth can become sensitive but the gums and the entire oral cavity can be irritated by the bleaching substances. It would be a shame to obtain the desired teeth color but suffer from extreme sensitivity. At the same time, dentists warn that most teeth whitening procedures can cause sensitivity during the first days of the treatment, symptoms which will disappear over time.

Regardless of how many advancements have been made in the field of cosmetic dentistry, don’t think that teeth whitening is permanent. The teeth color is going to be affected by the things you drink and eat, even after a whitening procedure has been performed. You can maintain the white shade using whitening toothpastes and by going to the dentist for regular checkups. If you want to prolong the whitening effect, you should avoid staining beverages and brush immediately after consuming anything that might produce stains. And remember, there is nothing more important than good oral hygiene.

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Add Value to the Medical Transcriptionist Profession by getting Certified

January 31st, 2010 admin

Medical Transcription is one area of medicine which plays a very important role in its own way. A popular notion is that a lot of people tend to think that anyone can work as a medical transcriptionist. However, having a professional degree in medical transcription adds more value to the profession in terms of giving a quality output as well as a greater income generation. Moreover, employers prefer hiring transcriptionists who have completed some proper MT course.

A formal degree leads to interaction with the medical fraternity that in turn directs to a better understanding of how medical records management, health care billing & coding and medical transcription – the process of converting the physician’s written and recorded notes into electronic files -  is carried out.

There are many online courses and certifications available on medical transcription. These have a duration that range from a 6-month to 2-year certificate, diploma or associate degree programs that will teach make you adept in a range of skills. Most of these courses include subjects such as:

  • Medical Terminology and Basic Medical Procedures
  • Anatomy, Pathology and Physiology
  • Health Care Law
  • Ethics
  • Business Communications 
  • Office Administration
  • Word Processing

For people who are already actively involved in the field, there are two certifications for available for them to become certified in medical transcription:

  • The Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT) which is good for recent graduates of medical transcription programs or those who have less than 2 years experience in acute care medical transcription. They may become a RMT after passing the certification exam.
  • The Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) which is earned after passing a certification examination and 2 years experience in acute care transcription including surgical transcription and the use of different report types. To keep certification current, continuing education credits must be earned every three years.

Having a MT degree will get an annual salary ranging from $33,000 and $40,000. Many MTs are paid on either hourly basis or on the volume of work they complete. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), medical transcriptionists can also go on to pursue careers like medical technicians, medical coders and other administrative workers.

The current economic scenario does not seem to have ebbed this particular industry as the BLS has predicted that medical transcription field will grow faster than the average occupation until at least 2014. Those planning to join an MT course need to thoroughly research the training companies, check their syllabus and job placement rates. Some “schools” are training centers that don’t really teach what needs to be known to land a decent medical transcription job.

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Breast Augmentation: Which Type is Right For You?

January 31st, 2010 admin

Due to extreme advances in medicine, there are several types of breast augmentation available today. Reasons for breast augmentation are aesthetics, breast reconstruction after cancer or to correct deformations, breast reconstruction to replace dangerous, old implants, or as part of sex reassignment. Both men and women can have breast augmentation or reductions. Breast augmentation is the most common form of plastic surgery in the United States. With all the advancements in medicine and the popularity of this type of surgery soaring, many men and women are considering having this procedure performed. The question of what type of surgery would be best for you beg to be answered.

The two most common types of breast augmentation implants are saline and silicone gel. Other types of implants used in the past were polypropylene string and soy oil filled implants. It is sometimes recommended that these implants be replaced, due to safety issues.

While there isn’t much choice in type of implants offered, there are a wide variety of incision types. The most common is called an inframammary incision, which is to say an incision just below the breast in the infra-mammary fold. This procedure is most common due to the fact that placement of the implant is easiest and most precise using this method. Some women opt not to use this method though, as breasts that do not drape over the infra-mammary fold will show a more visible scar than with other methods.

The periareolar incision is one that places the incision along the areolar border. If using silicone gel implants, this type of surgery is more difficult that an inframammary incision due to the fact that the actual incision length is approximately five centimeters in length. The biggest advantage to this type of incision is that scaring after healing is minimal.

The transaxillary incision is an incision in the armpit, whereby the implant is tunneled into the breast for proper placement. With this type of incision there is no scaring on the breasts, but placement is much more difficult. Revisions of the surgery are sometimes required.

Transumbilical incisions are much more uncommon. This technique requires the surgeon to incise the navel and tunnel up from the stomach into the breast. There is no scaring of the breast, but the surgery is much more difficult and recovery takes longer and is more painful. Only saline filled implants may be used with this procedure, as silicone implant’s shells can be damaged during placement of the implant.

As with any surgery, there are risks and rewards. An excellent surgeon should be your only choice. To find the best cosmetic surgeon, Los Angeles is a good place to start. Makes sure your choice of surgeon has excellent references, is well known, board certified and insured. Dr. Calvert, known from appearances and philanthropic work associated with the Tyra Show, fulfills all these requirements.

To find out more about the different types of breast augmentation and their risks and rewards, contact Dr. Calvert. Dr. Jay Calvert is a board certified plastic surgeon of high stature. His work and philanthropy has been highlighted on the Tyra Show as well as many other venues.

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Kerala Ayurveda Treatment

January 31st, 2010 admin

Ayurveda is an ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Kerala is the only State in India, which practices Ayurveda medicine with absolute dedication and is known as the home of the most perfected herbal health care system. Kerala Ayurvedic system stresses on the prevention of body ailments in addition to curing them

The central concept of Ayurvedic medicine is the theory that health exists when there is a balance between three fundamental bodily substances. Now a days there are lots of ayurvedic resorts in Kerala that offers all kinds of treatments in ayurveda.

Various types of Ayurveda treatments in Kerala

Ayurvedic treatments differ from the majority of conventional cures in its unique approach towards healing. The principle of treating the sick and not the sickness is central to all forms of ayurvedic treatments.

Kaya chikitsa (General treatment)

Visha chikitsa (Toxicology),

Vajeekarana chikitsa (Aphrodisiac treatment).

Grahachikitsa (Psychiatry),

Urndhanga chikitsa (ENT & eye diseases treatment),

Bala chikitsa (Pediatrics)

Salya chikitsa (Surgical procedures),

Rasayana chikitsa (Geriatrics)

Panchakarma:

Panchakarma is a collection of purification techniques that Ayurveda prescribes for some diseases and for periodic cleansing. A course of Pancharkarma typically includes a short-term dietary prescription, massage, herbs, and may include purgatives, sweat baths, medicated enemas, and nasal cleansing.

Nasya (Nose Cleaning):

Nasya involves administration of medicated oil through the nose to cleanse accumulated Kapha toxins from the head and neck region.

Sirodhara:

According to Ayurveda, Sirodhara is the best treatment for diseases of the nervous system and for emotional problems such as chronic depression and anxiety (panic) attacks. It is also recommended for chronic headaches, as well as ear, nose and throat problems, and is especially useful for pain management.

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Hair Loss Medicine And Dosage

January 31st, 2010 admin

How does propecia works

Propecia contains active ingredient finasteride which works to prevent the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Dihydrotestosterone is substance formed on scalp when testosterone and enzyme type II 5 alpha reductase react with each other. The hormone which is created as a result then gets into hair follicles and works to damage and shrink them, preventing visible hair from growing. In short propecia works by blocking the process which converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone on scalp. Scientist believe that DHT and family history are key factors for hair loss in men for the same reason the propecia finasteride blocks the DHT formation on scalp and in this way male pattern baldness is treated.

Dosage of Propecia

Propecia contains the active ingredient finasteride. It is prescription treatment so should be taken only if doctor prescribes you. One can get Propecia online which comes in 1mg tablet form taken once a daily. It need at least 3 month continue treatment for effective result. You may need to take propecia pills for 12 months if you stopped treatment in mid then the result you have got may roll back that means the hair you got on scalp may be lost again and if it is not working on you even after 12 months then you may not get benefitted later on so better you should stop taking pills further.

Propecia UK

Propecia is FDA approved drug and it is available in UK since 1997. Since it is launched it has developed and maintained the faith of male pattern baldness by providing effective result for hair loss. Propecia UK can be ordered online from licensed pharmacy.

Propecia Side effects

Propecia has some side effects as other medicine have. Very few men have experienced sexual side effects like less desire for sex, difficulty in achieving erection, decrease amount of semen but these side effects goes away as man stop taking propecia. There are also some other side effects like body rash, itching at some parts of body, hives on body, swelling of face and lips. Apart from these breast enlargement, nipple discharge and testicular pain are other side effects which are faced by man who take the propecia 1mg pills. Very few men have to stop treatment due to side effects. Almost all men experience no further hair loss and hair growth in them.

How to order propecia online

Propecia is prescription treatment for hair loss so before you order propecia finasteride you will need a valid prescription. It is very convenient to order propecia from your home or from your office with online pharmacy. You can have free online consultation where you have to fill your personal details and a medical detail which is evaluated by GMC doctor after which doctor provides with prescription if he finds that patient can be treated with propecia. You will get free door step delivery with free of cost once you order propecia online. Before you order you must check if it is secured online clinic or not.

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Discover The Brainiac Hidden Inside You

January 31st, 2010 admin

Discover is a full-color, monthly science magazine written for the average Joe. It covers all science fields from anthropology and linguistics to astronomy, paleontology, and medicine. Over the years there has been a predominance of paleontology and astronomy articles, but there is diversity in the magazine’s coverage. Each issue is fairly thin with about 80 pages, many with ads. The magazine’s writers present their information clearly. And they cover a broad range of subjects, shedding light on everything from who we are (biology) to who we were (anthropology), from where we’ve been (archaeology) to where we will be (astrophysics). The photography and diagrams are usually top notch. The photographs are crisp and bright and the historical facts are well laid out and easy to understand even for a twelve year old. The magazine and its contents inspire you to learn and you will come away from reading an issue knowing things you might have not known otherwise. It is very good for anyone with any interest in fascinating sciences or technology, or anyone with teens in the house. It is a good way to get kids to learn and read. Discover writes articles that just about anybody can read. They are informative, accurate, interesting, and put into Layman’s terms. I have yet to get an issue that I didn’t read cover to cover and not enjoy.

Each issue is packed with tons of picture and articles. Discover magazine has about twenty small articles on what new things scientists have found or invented. I love reading these because they are quick, to the point, and very interesting. The rest of the magazine usually has longer articles about space, medicine, geology, or just about anything else involved with science. And although the magazine is dedicated to chronicling what humans know, its writers are quick to point out the limits of our knowledge and to present theories that are at odds with the dominant thinking. This gives insight into the ideas that might become the next dominant ones. Discover is good light reading for people interested in science who are not scientists. It is also a good magazine for expanding your interests. The wide variety of not-in-depth articles can lead you to discover new interests & topics you might wish to learn more about. Over the years, several articles in Discover have led to more in-depth reading in various areas I would not otherwise have been interested in, and expanding both your horizons & your knowledge base is always a positive thing. It has a great brain teaser section in the back, which I usually don’t have time to think over, but is always interesting. Another very good feature of Discover is the Brain Works and Brain Bogglers. Brain Works helps you to better understand your brain and why it does the things it does through simple activities. Brain Bogglers has riddles and puzzles for you to figure out. Discover is not the only science magazine but it is a welcome addition to National Geographic, Smithsonian and Popular Science. They are all excellent magazines but there is certainly room for excellence in searching the universe for science. For more information about Discover Magazine subscriptions Discover the Brainiac Hidden Inside You discount

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