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How to Select Good Clinical Research Investigators

By Sarah Wilson, CCRP

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A clinical trial must be supervised by a qualified person in accordance with applicable regulations and clinical guidelines. These qualifications may vary depending on the disease or therapeutic treatment under investigation such as cancer ... more »

How to study for the NCLEX - online resources

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Online resources to help you prepare for the nursing exam - NCLEX RN & PN.. more »

How to Work from Home in Medical Coding or transcription

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Not every medical coding or transcription job can be performed at home, but there are some companies that do hire for this... more »

How to Avoid Nursing Burnout

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High levels of stress and burnout often strike nurses. Heavy workloads and difficult situations can be the norm. Nurses who learn to identify and deal with their own stress gain the most in their role as helping professionals. Follow these steps ... more »

How to Become a Dentist

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A dentist treats and prevents diseases of the teeth, gums and mouth. Eight years of college and dental school studies are usually necessary for a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.). All dentists have ... more »

How to Become a Dermatologist

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Dermatology is a vast field and choosing a career in this medical specialty requires extensive study and preparation. Physicians must pass various exams and comply with their state's requirements to become a certified dermatologist. Follow these ... more »

How to Become a Doctor

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It takes years of hard work to become a doctor. You will have many sleepless nights and you may wonder if it is worth all of the effort. For those who make it, medicine is a profession that provides great satisfaction, not to mention a healthy ... more »

How to Become a Heart Surgeon

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Heart surgeons must be not only well trained and dedicated but also extremely skilled technicians. The process of becoming a heart surgeon is difficult and lengthy but deeply rewarding. Here is a brief outline of this process... more »

How to Become A Homeopathic Practitioner

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The basis of homeopathy is restoring harmony to an unbalanced body through the use of various natural herbs and supplements. The homeopathic practitioner believes that ailments are caused by chaos in the body and diseases are indications of this. ... more »

How to Become a Medical Records Technician

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Medical transcription is the process of transcribing dictated medical records such as patient histories, operative reports, clinical notes and laboratory reports from tape to print. Medical records technicians, or MTs, work in hospitals, clinics ... more »

How to Become a Midwife

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As the trends toward natural childbirth and alternative medicine continue, the demand for qualified midwives will continue to grow. Here's how to prepare for this rewarding career... more »

How to Become a Paramedic

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Paramedics provide emergency medical care in a pre-hospital setting. They have more skills and training than basic emergency medical technicians (EMT). Paramedics treat various types of injuries and illnesses. They may provide routine care such ... more »

How to Become a Pathologist

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Pathologists are doctors who analyze symptoms, blood and tissue samples to find the cause of illness or death. To become a pathologist means that you will study causes of diseases and how they spread. There are specialties within the field of ... more »

How to Become a Perinatologist

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Perinatologists, also known as maternal-fetal medicine specialists or high-risk obstetricians, deal with complicated pregnancies. There are many reasons why a woman may be referred to a perinatologist during pregnancy, but they generally fall ... more »

How to Become a Pharmacist

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The field of pharmacy science is broad, challenging and potentially quite lucrative, which has resulted in more competition for jobs in both clinical and community settings. Still, there is ample opportunity in this respected profession for those ... more »

How to Become a Podiatrist

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Podiatrists are doctors who diagnose and treat disorders of the foot and ankle. Popular podiatric specialties today include those that treat sports injuries or geriatric conditions... more »

How to Become a Psychiatrist

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It's not easy to become a real-life Dr. Frasier Crane. At a minimum, you have to complete four years of college, then four years of medical school and, finally, four years of psychiatry residence training. After all that hard work, you'll have to ... more »

How to Become a Psychologist

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Psychologists are experts who study human behavior and the mind. They work primarily in health and educational facilities, treating people with emotional, mental and behavioral problems. You need a Ph.D. to advance in this field... more »

How to Become a Respiratory Therapist

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Respiratory therapists evaluate and treat patients with breathing disorders such as asthma, emphysema and cystic fibrosis using a variety of methods and equipment. Follow these simple steps to prepare for a career that literally helps people ... more »

How to Become a Vascular Surgeon

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There was a time when a general surgeon could perform most surgical procedures indicated in a patient's care. Now, the field of general surgery has been greatly subdivided into a number of subspecialties. One of these is vascular ... more »

How to Become an Echo Tech

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The field for Echo Cardiovascular Technicians is booming! Demand for echo technicians has increased due to the number of 'babyboomers' who are quickly becoming senior citizens and need medical care... more »

How to Become an Emergency Medical Technician

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Anyone who has watched "ER" knows the critical role emergency medical technicians (EMTs) play in providing urgent medical attention to a wide variety of patients. If you want a career with the potential for an immediate impact on people's lives, ... more »

How to Become an Obstetrician/Gynecologist

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An obstetrician is a physician educated and trained in the management of pregnancy, labor and pueperium (the time-period directly following childbirth). A gynecologist is a physician trained in the health of the female reproductive system, ... more »

How to Become an Oncologist

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Oncologists study, diagnose and treat cancerous tumors. Practicing in hospitals and medical centers, university hospitals and research organizations, these physicians often specialize in a certain area such as gynecological, medical, surgical, ... more »

How to Compare Careers in Medical Coding

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Medical coders and billers work together, making sure health care providers get paid. There's a third type of career that falls under medical coding–transcriptionist. All three are quickly growing careers with a lot of opportunity. They have a ... more »

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