Author: Ashley Thornton

Ashley Thornton (1 Posts)

Contributing Writer

Albany Medical College

Ashley is a third year medical student at Albany Medical College in Albany, New York, Class of 2026. In 2021, Ashley graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional sciences. She is passionate about nutrition and advocacy, and enjoys spa days, painting, charcuterie, and traveling in her free time. After graduating medical school, Ashley would like to pursue a career in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.




The Forgotten Prescription: Addressing Nutrition Neglect Amongst Medical Students

Published by Ashley Thornton

Being a health care professional can, at times, feel ironic because our intention is to promote health and wellness, yet we often neglect our own. As medical students, we consume large amounts of information in short periods of time, which can be both stressful and mentally strenuous. We often must be awake for long hours, whether it’s for rotations, for studying or for both at once. This lifestyle can foster many unhealthy habits, but are …

Ashley Thornton (1 Posts)

Contributing Writer

Albany Medical College

Ashley is a third year medical student at Albany Medical College in Albany, New York, Class of 2026. In 2021, Ashley graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional sciences. She is passionate about nutrition and advocacy, and enjoys spa days, painting, charcuterie, and traveling in her free time. After graduating medical school, Ashley would like to pursue a career in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.