Dr. George Bchech: The Island Doctor
AUA was a natural choice for Dr. George Bchech. “Being from the island, being able to stay home and do med school, was one of the main factors,” he says.
Dr. Ruby Sangha: On the Joys of Collaboration
Dr. Ruby Sangha has always loved working with kids. She knew early on that she wanted to go into pediatrics, which was solidified during her clinical rotations. She also enjoyed
Dr. Dawn Roach: An Antiguan DaughterTakes Flight
Dr. Dawn Roach’s medical journey began with a full scholarship from an AUA-Antiguan government initiative. As an Antiguan and Barbuda native, this opportunity was a financial relief and a chance
Dr. Rajat Chand: Lifeline in Food and Friends
If you asked Dr. Rajat Chand about one of his most memorable experiences at AUA, he might have mentioned “sandwiches filled with chickpea stuffing.” After spending all day in multiple
Dr. Pedro Torres: At Home in the ER
Dr. Pedro Torres likes to say that emergency medicine chose him instead of the other way around. Toward the end of his junior year of college, he walked by an
Dr. Raaj Ruparel: A Product of Teamwork
“I sensed that AUA believed I had what it took. I think at that time, they were the only ones that I knew who really believed in me.” That was
Dr. Jasmine Sawhne: It’s All in the Mind
You’ve likely heard of sleep apnea, but have you heard of email apnea? It’s when you unconsciously hold your breath because you’re so stressed out while getting through emails. That
Dr. Monique Leung: Leading by Example
“I had always wanted to study abroad,” says Dr. Monique Leung. “I learned about AUA when they came to my college.” So when she met recruiters at Bucknell University, a
Explore 24 Types of Surgery and Their Role in Healthcare
There are 24 types of surgeries, each with unique purposes and techniques, from emergency to elective, and from minimally invasive to open methods. Preoperative steps, postoperative care, and understanding risks are essential for informed decisions and better recovery outcomes.
A Guide to the Types of Psychiatrists You Should Know
There are various types of psychiatrists, including general adult, adolescent and child, geriatric, and addiction psychiatrists, neuropsychiatrists, forensic, organizational, and emergency psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners, each with unique expertise to address specific mental health needs across different populations and contexts.
