2023
Doc Is In | Ankle sprain vs. a strain: When should I be worried?
Mild ankle sprains and strains are common orthopedic injuries that can be treated with rest, ice, compression, elevation, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications.
Guest Opinion | The Doctor is in: Preventing ACL injuries
Proper strength training and understanding how this ligament works can prevent devastating injuries.
Doc Is In | Psychedelics: tripping to treat depression, PTSD, and other mental health Disorders
By: Nathen Spitz
Medical Student
May 2, 2023
From magic mushrooms to MDMA, monumental movements in mental health research in the last several years have prophesied profound potential for psychedelics within psychiatry.
Doc Is In | Ketamine: Tranquilizer or therapy mental health conditions
By: Nathen Spitz
Medical Student
April 25, 2023
Ketamine, both an anesthetic and recreational drug, has found a new niche in psychiatry as a novel and effective treatment for numerous mental health disorders including depression, suicidal ideations and chronic pain.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: VAGINAL DISCHARGE: KNOWING WHEN YOU'RE NORMAL AND WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR
By: Ali Hagenow
Medical Student
January 23rd, 2023
Vaginal discharge is not a common topic, leaving many women knowing little about what is normal and healthy for their bodies. Understanding when your normal can give you the tools to detect changes and get treatment early if a problem occurs.
2022
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: MAKING IT KNOWN: EATING DISORDERS IN MEN
By: Lauren Duncalf, Natalie Boyer & Olivia Kulaszewicz
Pharmacy Students
November 7th, 2022
Eating disorders are often seen through the lens of a young woman, both in society and health care. This bias has created hardships for men who suffer from these disorders in terms of seeking help and receiving treatment.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: ALARMING STOOL COLORS DO NOT HAVE TO BE SCARY
By: Samuel Choice
Medical Student
September 6th, 2022
Despite the taboo of talking about your bowel movements, communication and awareness of normal and abnormal stool colors are important to disclose to your healthcare provider.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: RELEARNING YOUR ABCDES CAN HELP DIAGNOSE MELANOMA
By: Smrithi Mani and Vijayvardhan Kamalumpundi
Medical Students
August 28th, 2022
With the incidence of melanoma on the rise, recognizing concerning features of a mole can help you decide when to visit your local dermatologist.
Guest Opinion | The Doctor is in: What you need to know about seizures
By: Vijayvardhan Kamalumpundi and Riley T. Mohr
Medical Student, Pharmacy Student
April 24th, 2022
It is important to recognize when someone is having a seizure, and when to call 911. Read this article to learn more about what you can do if you notice someone having a seizure.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: WHY WOODPECKERS DON'T NEED HELMETS?
By: Brittany Todd
Medical Scientist Training Program
March 28th, 2022
Nature has consistently contributed to some of our greatest scientific achievements. A woodpecker’s ability to avoid traumatic brain injury might just provide us with strategies in which we could also limit traumatic brain injuries in sports.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: HOW TO PROPERLY TAKE ANTIBIOTICS
By: Spencer Heggen, Riley Mohr, & Vijayvardhan Kamalumpundi
Pharmacy Student, Pharmacy Student, & Medical Student
February 1st, 2022
Antibiotics are powerful medications that treat bacterial infections, but can be rendered useless/harmful if they are not taken appropriately.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: PREVENTATIVE DENTAL CARE: WHAT IS IT?
By: Ankur Parupally
Dental Student
October 31st, 2021
Along with brushing and flossing, some of the best measures to take for strong oral hygiene lie in the prevention of infections and cavities before they start through routine check ups by your dentist.
GUEST OPINION | THE DOCTOR IS IN: IBUPROFEN, STOMACH BLEEDS, AND KIDNEY DYSFUNCTION—WHAT’S THE LINK?
By: Riley T. Mohr and Vijayvardhan Kamalumpundi
Pharmacy Student and Medical Student
May 4, 2021
Ibuprofen is a common over-the-counter (OTC) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is considered by many college students to be a miracle worker. It can be used to get rid of headaches after a long night of studying (or drinking), reduces fevers/inflammation, and much more. Like most things in life, moderation is key.
GUEST OPINION | SEASONAL DEPRESSION DURING AN UNPRECEDENTED WINTER: HOW LIGHT THERAPY CAN HELP
By: Hannah Erlbacher
Medical Student
February 1, 2021
Stressors surrounding the pandemic make this winter particularly tough for individuals with mental health conditions such as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Light therapy is a safe and affordable option for treating SAD as well as winter-related mood and sleep changes.
2020
THE DOCTOR IS IN: 2 ASIAN-AMERICAN UI MEDICAL STUDENTS WEIGH IN ON COVID-19, XENOPHOBIA
By: Destinee Gwee & Melissa Chan
Medical Students
March 29, 2020
Two Asian-American University of Iowa medical students weigh in on the spread of the novel coronavirus, xenophobia, and how you can protect yourself and your community.
THE DOCTOR IS IN: LET’S TALK ABOUT SEX(UALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS)
By: Hannah Pope
MD Candidate
February 4, 2020
While you might think sexually transmitted infections are a topic too taboo for regular conversation, the increasing rates of STIs in Iowa emphasize the need to not only talk about STIs, but to actually get tested and treated for them as well.
THE DOCTOR IS IN: TO SLEEP OR NOT TO SLEEP; THE SLINGS AND ARROWS OF TOO LITTLE
By: Pavane Gorrepati
MD Candidate
January 15, 2019
The effects of sleep deprivation are many and multifold — the physical, mental, and psychological toll is often a great consequence to the health of young adults and teens.