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Human Fertilization through the Reproductive System The male and female reproductive systems work together to create life – sperm cells produced by males and egg cells produced by females are the main components to fertilization. When these two cells are joined, it is considered conception. The egg has been fertilized by one of the manyContinue reading “HPV & Human Fertilization through the Reproductive System”

Reproductive System Diseases By: Manisha Asrani The reproductive system is a collection of internal and external organs — in both males and females — that work together for the purpose of procreating. Due to its vital role in the survival of the species, many scientists argue that the reproductive system is among the most importantContinue reading “July 1st Edition: Reproductive System Diseases & How the reproductive system works and the difference between female and male reproductive systems”

Dr Sam Raza is a cardiologist with expertise in prevention and heart imaging. She is currently working in Dallas, Texas with all ranges of heart disease in both men and women. Originally from London, she graduated from medical school in Imperial College London. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of VermontContinue reading “An Interview With Dr. Sam Raza”

Biomaterials and Broken Hearts By: Avantika Samanta It is widely known that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Millions suffer from cardiovascular disease, and there are a great variety of different treatments that are currently in use. The damage that is created by heart disease is irreversible so thereContinue reading “June 3rd Edition: Biomaterials and Broken Hearts & Artificial Intelligence and Cardiac Amyloidosis”

Cardiovascular Surgery: the Ins and Outs of a Heart Transplant By: Lisa Kim Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, and in the United States alone roughly 640,000 people die a year due to heart-related diseases (Nichols). However, as medical technology and knowledge advances, physicians and researchers have discovered innovative approaches to helpContinue reading “June 2nd Edition: Cardiovascular Surgery: the Ins and Outs of a Heart Transplant & Risk Factors and Prevention for Heart Diseases”

Heart Stents By: Saivishnu Telugu For individuals suffering from an obstructive heart disease, a small but ingenious piece of metal is used to alleviate blockage in the arteries. Colloquially referred to as stents, these retractable objects can have an important role in maintaining the function of the cardiovascular system. This article will discuss the differentContinue reading “June 2nd Edition: Heart Stents & Cardiovascular Diseases”

Sir William Ossler & Internal Medicine  By: Avantika S.  “The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease.” – Sir William Ossler. Internal Medicine is a specialization that emphasizes the use of the best medical science for patients. They learn how to prevent, diagnose, and treat different diseasesContinue reading “May’s 3rd Edition:”

The Importance of Annual Checkups By: Saivishnu Tulugu For many Americans a trip to the doctors office is often associated with sickness, pain, and unnecessary healthcare costs. However, there are a myriad of benefits to annual health checkups that outweigh the perceived disadvantages. The primary benefit of getting an annual health checkup is early diagnosisContinue reading “May’s 2nd Edition: The Importance of Annual Checkups”

Different Diseases Internal Medicine Covers By: Manisha Asrani Internal medicine or general internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of internal diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. Internists can choose to focus their practice on general internal medicine or take additional training to “subspecialize” in additionalContinue reading “May 1st Edition: Different Diseases Internal Medicine Covers & Internal Medicine: Introducing the Concept of Internal Medicine and Internists”

Feeding Tubes By: Prajna D The use of feeding tubes in gastroenterology is fairly common, especially in children. Feeding tubes can be inserted in many different situations, however, the main purpose of this medical device is to deliver substances directly to the body without them having to be ingested by mouth. But, why would someoneContinue reading “April 2nd Edition: Feeding Tubes & Food poisoning”