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Effective Altruism in Medicine
Australian Medicine

Why Being Good Isn’t Good Enough

Ask yourself, why is it that you want to do medicine? Is it for recognition? Fortune? Or, as is likely the case, a feeling of need to do altruistic good in the world? To this end you may have been told that med...

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The ethical issues doctors face
Australian Medicine

The Ethics of Doctors, Cyborgs and Amputations

When we go to the doctor we want to them to treat a persistent cough, or our earache, or our trouble with low energy levels, or even something more sinister. Imagine you were the doctor treating such patients—it...

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Considering Anaesthetist Specialty
Australian Medicine

When I Grow Up - Anaesthetist

As we've discussed in this series of specialty pathway articles, it’s never too early to start casting an eye towards your future career choice. This is not only important to shine some light on the end of a...

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Considering Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialties
Australian Medicine

When I Grow Up – Obstetrician/Gynaecologist

It’s time to talk about one of my favourite specialties in medicine…obstetrician/gynaecologist! Now I know most of you might be busy trying to get into one of the medic...

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Why I chose to be a doctor
Australian Medicine

Why I chose to be a doctor! - Millennial Scholarship Winner Blog

My desire to enter the medical profession comes after deliberation and personal experience which has enabled me to make an informed choice founded upon good judgment as opposed to any fanciful whim offered by a romantic ...

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Resourcefulness, ingenuity and initiative for success
Australian Medicine

Resourcefulness, ingenuity and initiative - Millennial Scholarship Winner Blog

Throughout my life there have been numerous experiences that have completely changed the lens I see the world through. Instances in which I’ve had to use resourcefulness, ingenuity and initiative to succeed. In 201...

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