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Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach)


Sep 16, 2021

Dr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Amita Kumar, a primary care physician, Internal Medicine Board-Certified. Her clinical practice focuses on preventive medicine with a special interest in postmenopausal symptom treatments, diabetes, hypertension, and eczema. Dr. Kumar talks about her journey to medicine and the things that should be taught in medical school. 

  • [00:34] Getting to Know Dr. Amita Kumar
  • [04:13] Why Dr. Kumar Settled on Internal Medicine
  • [06:58] The Things Dr. Kumar Believes Should Be Taught in Medical School
  • [09:37] Benefits of Having Passions Outside of Medicine 
  • [10:24] The Big Changes Needed in Our Healthcare Systems
  • [11:55] Best Piece of Advice Dr. Kumar Has Ever Received

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