The Future of Brain Computer Interface Technology
Brain-computer interfaces (BCI) are increasingly becoming reliable pieces of technology, changing the lives of patients, particularly of patients who suffer from paralysis or similar conditions.
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Writer-in-Training
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Daniel Gomez Ramos is a member of the Class of 2020 at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is originally from Orlando, Florida and is currently living in Cleveland, Ohio. He enjoys writing articles in his spare time plus experiencing hiking trips or traveling to other countries.
Clinton v. Trump: Health Care Proposals
With the 2016 presidential election just days away, debates on the personalities and as well as the policy agendas of the respective candidates have become increasingly fierce. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton may both be moderates at heart, but their official policy platforms represent near-extremes of the political spectrum. This holds especially true in their proposals regarding healthcare: Trump’s proposal, entitled “Health Care Reform to Make America Great Again,” and Clinton’s, “Universal, Quality, Affordable Health Care for Everyone in America” together paint a picture of the spectrum of opinions and debates surrounding healthcare.
What’s the First Thing You Do When You Walk Into a Patient’s Room?
I was constantly sick as a child with ear infections, meaning I was in the doctor’s office all of the time. However, about the time I turned 3 years old, I got Bell’s palsy. My mom is a nurse and did not often overreact to medical issues, but she was obviously terrified of my drooping face and rushed me into the doctor’s office. Given my previous history of visits for my ear infections, the doctor was somewhat impatient. Assuming I was there for another ear infection, he walked into the room while looking at my chart, never looking up. As he was prattling on about how we were in the office far too often my mom looked at him and yelled, “Just look at her!” The moment he did, his jaw dropped and he rushed into action.
Disruptive Health Care Technology in Medical Education
Reform. Disrupt. Innovate. These words are undeniably components of today’s medical vernacular and as medical students we are positioned in the middle of a dynamic health care landscape. The past few years have set forth a unique training phase for aspiring physicians. Medicine is evolving; not only from a legislative perspective, but also through a continually stronger relationship with technology that is driving human understanding into previously incomprehensible territory.
Contributing Writer
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Matthew is a first year medical student at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. He holds a Bachelor of Science and Minor in Business Administration from the University of Michigan.