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Operation Double Doc: In Reverse?
Shyam A. Patel, Institutional Representative (2007-08), University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - New Jersey Medical School
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Fumitaka Hayashi is a second-year medical student who is already a "doctor." How, you ask? He has a PhD in immunology, and he is currently attending medical school to gain a better perspective on clinical science. Thus, he will graduate as a PhD, MD rather than MD, PhD. Subtle difference? Think again.
Dr. Hayashi has much to offer to fellow medical students who have limited knowledge in the sciences. Dr. Hayashi believes that his training in science has helped him greatly in the critical thinking involved in medical school. Sure, we can all memorize details in medical school, but few of us have a global perspective on 21stcentury science as it relates to the clinic. Therefore, numerous medical students (including myself) go to Dr. Hayashi for advice on the "big picture" of medicine and science. For example, frequent questions that arise include:
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