Georgetown Medical Review

12/31/2021

11/09/2021

From the Writing Board: Jonathan Weiss (M'23) on his search for online vaccine hesitancy, and insights on misinformation, censorship, and bias.

By Jonathan Weiss. To prevent misinformation about the COVID 19 pandemic, it appears that our media is censored against anti-vaxxer sentiments. Should consumers be allowed to use their own judgment?

11/09/2021

In this commentary from GMR, Daniel Popovsky (M'23) employs foundational bioethical principles to critically discuss the state of commercial genetics in the US.

By Daniel Popovsky. Rapid advancement in gene sequencing techniques has made genetic testing more accessible. This article offers insights into the pros and cons of the commercialization of this tool.

07/27/2021

From the Writing Board: Mauna Rao (M'22) discusses the efficacy of acupuncture as a potential adjunctive therapy for pain management

By Mauna Rao. Acupuncture, which dates as far back as 100 BC, has gained renewed popularity in western medicine as a potential adjunctive therapy for the alleviation of pain symptoms.

07/27/2021

From the Writing Board: Megan Tenet (M'22) analyzes the history of racial discrimination in medical education that continues to affect outcomes today

By Megan Tenet. This country has been long plagued with a history of racial inequality. This has affected nearly every sector of US society; the medical field is not an exception.

07/27/2021

From the Writing Board: Monica Soni (M'22) gives a profound account of a meaningful patient encounter in the operating room.

By Monica Soni. A medical student gives a profound account of a meaningful patient encounter in the OR.

07/27/2021

From the Writing Board: Mitch Rock (M'22) pens a commentary on the role of physicians in promoting community health and wellbeing, especially in the face of political controversy

By Mitchell Rock. A commentary on the role of physicians in promoting community health and wellbeing, especially in the face of political controversy

03/23/2021

The latest from GMR: Original research evaluating whether screening for certain vestibular symptoms may be useful in selecting candidates for follow-up vestibular clinical testing in the HIV-positive patient population

By Peter L Nguy, Deanna Ware & 2 more. Evaluating whether screening for certain vestibular symptoms may be useful in selecting candidates for follow-up vestibular clinical testing in the HIV-positive patient population

01/19/2021

Commentary: Ashley Andreou (M'23) reinforces the need for effective policy to address the crisis of race disparities in healthcare and daily life, viewed through the pathophysiology of the stress hormone cortisol

By Ashley Andreou. COVID-19 has highlighted racial health disparities in the US. Traditional approaches to rectify these disparities have focused on poverty, nutrition, and healthcare access, overlooking an important factor: race-related stress.

12/22/2020

Don't miss the latest from GMR: Kevin Berardino and Ellie Belilos et al. (GUMC '22) evaluate the learning curve for a refined orthopedic surgical procedure, utilizing a patient-centered outcome metric.

By Kevin Berardino, Eleanor Belilos & 3 more. Evaluating the learning curve for transitioning from the traditional posterior approach to an anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty, with a key focus on patient well-being as an outcome.

12/07/2020

Kevin Delijani, Carolyn Hofley, Nancy Luo, and George Yusin (M'23) review the various treatments (current standard-of-care as well as prospective future possibilities) for Wilms Tumor, a renal malignancy commonly affecting children.

By Kevin Delijani, Carolyn Hofley & 2 more. A review of the various treatments (current standard-of-care as well as prospective future possibilities) for Wilms Tumor, a renal malignancy commonly affecting children.

10/19/2020

From the Writing Board: How do we weigh personal sacrifices against public safety in healthcare? Jonathan Weiss (GUMC '23) finds similar themes in the COVID-19 pandemic to the ongoing public health concern around antimicrobial resistance.

By Jonathan Weiss. A comparison between two public health issues - COVID-19 management, and antimicrobial resistance prevention - that share the theme of balancing personal vs public good