James Roland

Sarasota

Writer at Healthline

Health Journalist at Freelance

Health Writer at HealthCentral

Group Director at Arthritis Advisor

Articles

Tiempo clínico en la facultad de medicina: cómo aprovecharlo al máximo

2 weeks ago | hechoencalifornia1010.com | James Roland

El área de capacitación clínica de la facultad de medicina significa que por fin será posible poner en práctica todo lo aprendido en los libros, las clases, los laboratorios y otras lecciones preliminares. Pero es algo más que la aplicación de los conocimientos recién adquiridos. Las rotaciones no solo dan la oportunidad de desarrollar habilidades y atender directamente a las y los pacientes, sino que también ofrecen una visión del propio futuro.
Tiempo clínico en la facultad de medicina: cómo aprovecharlo al máximo

2 weeks ago | espanol.medscape.com | James Roland

El área de capacitación clínica de la facultad de medicina significa que por fin será posible poner en práctica todo lo aprendido en los libros, las clases, los laboratorios y otras lecciones preliminares. Pero es algo más que la aplicación de los conocimientos recién adquiridos. Las rotaciones no solo dan la oportunidad de desarrollar habilidades y atender directamente a las y los pacientes, sino que también ofrecen una visión del propio futuro.
Tips for Medical Students

3 weeks ago | medscape.com | James Roland

Urology is a surgical specialty focusing on diseases of the male and female urinary tract, as well as the male reproductive organs. But urology is unique in some ways, as it also requires some expertise in other specialties, such as pediatrics, oncology, gynecology, and male infertility. An understanding of complementary and alternative medicine can also be helpful.
What Med Students Should Know About Specializing in Plastic Surgery

1 month ago | ourcommunitynow.com | James Roland

Share Plastic surgery covers a wide range of subspecialties, all of which focus on restoring physical function or appearance. In addition to reconstructive and cosmetic (or aesthetic) — which represent the two main types of plastic surgery — subspecialties include microsurgery (the reconnection of small blood vessels and nerves in transplant cases and other circumstances) and gender-affirming surgery, among others.
Tips for Med Students

1 month ago | medscape.com | James Roland

Plastic surgery covers a wide range of subspecialties, all of which focus on restoring physical function or appearance. In addition to reconstructive and cosmetic (or aesthetic) — which represent the two main types of plastic surgery — subspecialties include microsurgery (the reconnection of small blood vessels and nerves in transplant cases and other circumstances) and gender-affirming surgery, among others.
What PCPs Should Know About Treating Patients With Diabetes

1 month ago | medscape.com | James Roland

Primary care plays a crucial role in the treatment of diabetes. Primary care physicians (PCPs) are typically the first line of health care for patients with type 2 diabetes. But PCPs are often tasked with managing treatment for type 1 diabetes as well, particularly in areas with limited access to endocrinologists and other specialists in diabetes care.
FAQs About Orthopedics Specialty

1 month ago | medscape.com | James Roland

Orthopedic specialists can be generally grouped into one of two categories: Surgical and nonsurgical. Within those categories, there are several subspecialties. Orthopedic surgeons may specialize in surgery of the hand, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow, spine, or in other areas, such as hip and knee replacement. Their training includes a 5-year residency program and often one or more fellowships in subspecialties, such as sports medicine or hand surgery.
FAQs About Working as a Hospitalist

1 month ago | medscape.com | James Roland

Hospitalists serve a unique role in patient care. Rather than focus on a specific organ system or disease, hospitalists specialize in the comprehensive care of hospitalized patients. They see patients of all ages and backgrounds dealing with chronic and acute illnesses, emergencies, surgeries, and a range of other causes that have put them in the hospital.
Com dificuldades na faculdade de medicina? Pode ser a hora de buscar ajuda

1 month ago | portugues.medscape.com | James Roland

Considere os muitos desafios da faculdade de medicina: o volume de conhecimento que se espera que você domine, o ritmo acelerado, a competição, as longas horas de treinamento clínico, a pressão para ter sucesso, o ônus financeiro... Qualquer um desses problemas pode ser suficiente para levar uma pessoa ao nível máximo de estresse. No entanto, em algum nível, você precisa enfrentar todos eles por seis anos.
UC Warriors Reveal Best Flare Advice

1 month ago | healthcentral.com | James Roland

Ulcerative colitis (UC), a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, is characterized by flare-ups that can last for a couple of days or several weeks. While it’s not always possible to predict when a period of remission will give way to a flare, people with UC tend to learn what can trigger a flare along with strategies for relief when one occurs.