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Interview with Mr. Gaurav O (Cosmopolitan Contouring) By: Marjorie Appiagyei
By: Marjorie Appiagyei Hello My name is Marjorie Appiagyei I am a current High School senior interested in entering the medical field. This summer I am working as a Marketing and Pre- Health intern under Improve Life PLLC a pscyatic clinic located in Reston Virgina where we have been assigned to interview local medical practice owners in the area. If possible we would love to learn more about your experience in the medical field and owning a small business. Question. 1 Marjo
marjorie Apple
Aug 63 min read


Interview with Mrs. Gifty Sarfo | By: Nailah Kusi
By: Nailah Kusi | Learn about Mrs. Gifty Sarfo, a CT technician at Mary Washington Hospital.
Janet Li
Aug 65 min read


Is increasing digital “efficiency” in healthcare worth the deterioration of patient-physician interaction? by Avni Loya
This is a quick blog about the future of healthcare technologies, and of the factors that will follow with it.
Nicea Ali
Aug 64 min read


Interview with Brenda Herrera FNP-BC By: Ahmad Sultan
This is a short interview with a Family Nurse Practitioner, Brenda Herrera. She was interviewed by our intern about her practice and her career as a nurse.
Nicea Ali
Aug 612 min read


The More AI We Use, the More Patients Need Human Physicians | By: Nailah Kusi
By: Nailah Kusi | This blog highlights the importance of face-to-face patient-doctor interactions as AI becomes more prominent in healthcare.
Janet Li
Aug 23 min read


Can AI Fully Replace the Human Side of Healthcare? | By: Deshna Khulbe
By: Deshna Khulbe | This blog highlights the importance of physical exams done by human doctors as AI becomes increasingly incorporated into healthcare.
Janet Li
Aug 13 min read


Is the Physical Exam Becoming a Lost Skill in the AI Era? | By: Samiha Saifudeen
By: Samiha Saifudeen | This blog explores the rising role of AI in healthcare and whether the use of different technologies will replace, for example, physical exams.
Janet Li
Aug 12 min read


Interview with Dr. Indira Sinha, MD from Children's First Dumfries Pediatrics By: Nicea Ali
This is a short interview with Dr. Indira Sinha from Children's First Dumfries Pediatrics.
Nicea Ali
Aug 14 min read


Beyond the Scan: Why the Physical Exam Matters More Than Ever in the Age of AI | By: Gloria Zhang
By: Gloria Zhang | As technology becomes more capable, are physicians losing the valuable skill of the physical exam? This blog investigates this question.
Janet Li
Jul 313 min read


Interview with Dr. Ramakrishnan Kavaserry, DPT, CDN at RVA Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab by Avni Loya
This is a short interview with Dr. Ramakrishnan Kavaserry. He is a physical therapist and a direct at RVA Physical Therapy.
Nicea Ali
Jul 305 min read


Are We Raising Helpless Kids? The Hidden Causes Behind Declining Student Independence | By: Deshna Khulbe
By: Deshna Khulbe | This blog investigates potential causes of the lack of independence and declining academic scores in kids today while giving practical tips parents can use to prevent this.
Janet Li
Jul 303 min read


Learned Helplessness in Gen Alpha Children: What is it and What can Parents Do to Minimize its Effects?
Teachers have described Gen Alpha to give up easily, be unable to follow directions, and be unable to think for themselves. This blog explores the phenomenon of learned helplessness and what parents can do to support their children.
Janet Li
Jul 293 min read


Are Kids Really Struggling More Than Ever? | By: Vibha Gutta
by: Vibha Gutta | This blog discusses the viral buzzfeed article about kids' behaviors in school as well as current research and perspectives from experts about this topic.
Janet Li
Jul 295 min read


Interview with Allison Tepper, MS, RD, LDN
by: Kritika Goel | Read this interview with Allison Tepper, a registered dietitian and the owner of Tepper Nutrition, conducted by Kritika Goel.
Janet Li
Jul 285 min read


Is Gen Alpha Really Falling Behind? What the Research Actually Says | By: Kritika Goel
By: Kritika Goel | There is a reported decline in reading scores for gen alpha. While screen may play a role, this blog investigates the cause of this pattern and what can be done to address it.
Janet Li
Jul 273 min read


Interview with Dr. James C. Tinsley, MD
By: Jordane Donfack | Learn about Dr. Tinsley's journey and gain insight into the healthcare field.
Janet Li
Jul 2216 min read


Interview with Dr. Sami Khaldieh, OD: Solaire Vision
We have interviewed Dr. Khaldieh about his profession and his private practice. He gave us a wonderful look into optometry.
Nicea Ali
Jul 207 min read


“Recognizing Signs of Depression in Teenagers” by Janet Li
In recent years, conversations surrounding factors affecting adolescent mental health—such as bullying, body image, and excessive screen time—have become more common. At the same time, the teen mental health crisis is worsening, where a 2024 federal survey revealed that 1 in 5 teens reported symptoms of anxiety or depression. While this has increased awareness for the importance of protecting adolescent mental health, it has also led to uneasiness amongst many parents. This i
Charlotte W
May 293 min read


“Managing Stress as a Busy Parent” by Janet Li
Becoming a parent comes with many responsibilities. This includes taking care of a child’s basic needs, protecting their health, and acting as a role model, not to mention handling unexpected situations that happen on a daily basis. Amidst all the chaos, many parents have found it extremely difficult to balance taking care of the kids, household chores, and working while having time for themselves. As a result, many parents often feel overwhelmed and stressed, negatively affe
Charlotte W
May 293 min read


“Balancing Screen Time in Children” by Janet Li
Quarantine welcomed immense advances in the digital world, where daily activities became increasingly accessible through the internet. Since then, children have become more and more dependent on screens, where roughly 70% of 16-21 year old surveyed reported negative effects on mental health. Accordingly, parents are becoming more concerned about the role of the internet in their child’s life, where two-thirds of parents in a 2025 survey were afraid that their kids’ childhood
Charlotte W
May 293 min read
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