Is nutrition research dependable? Stanford’s John Ioannidis weighs in
John Ioannidis recommends a change to the standards of nutrition research studies, suggesting that, as they stand, the results are fairly unreliable.
Virtual reality helps train emergency physicians
Stanford uses virtual reality to train emergency physicians, including on how to manage constant interruptions during a patient exam.
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A winning essayist’s tips for keeping track of scientific facts
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Stars of Stanford Medicine: Improving cardiovascular health in Africa and beyond
This Stars of Stanford Medicine Q&A features Andrew Chang, clinical instructor of medicine, who is working to improve cardiovascular health globally.
MS1 and done: Wrapping up my first year of medical school
Stanford's Orly Farber reflects on successfully finishing her first year of medical school.
Nobody is perfect: Why your medical student isn’t judging you
A fourth-year medical student reflects on the importance of the many questions doctors pose to their patients.
Judgment is not within our jurisdiction: A challenge for physicians
"Of all the four pillars of medical ethics," writes this med student, "perhaps the most difficult one to uphold is justice, the obligation to treat all patients equally and fairly."