Question 1

should it be okay to volunteer for clinical research?

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Yes: In general yes. You only need a very good explanation that should include any potential risk.

Question 2

would med schools rather see a perfect gpa, or a lower gpa with a ton on volunteer, shadowing, and clinical hours?

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GPA: While all of those other things you mentioned are important, gpa is paramount.

Question 3

i volunteered for a med student, who was practicing ekgs. i'm concerned my wave activity isn't normal. any thoughts?

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Without seeing the: EKG it is impossible to advise you. As far as I know, the only way of doing that will be to pay for an in-box consultation and upload the EKG. In general 39 yo female is unlikely to have cardiovascular disease so your EKG is probably OK.

Question 4

i am a certified medical assistant looking for work in the medical field i would also do volunteer work any suggestions?

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Yes:  Contact your local hospitals and nursing homes see about volunteer work there.

Question 5

progressive onj has changed my life. is there any experimental drugs or procedures a person can volunteer for to help stop this nitemare for others?

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Cause: Is yours related to bisphosphonate therapy for cancer or osteoporosis and is it IV therapy?  A certain percentage of users develop this condition which currently has no definitive treatment.

Question 6

how do you get trained to volunteer in alcoholics anonymous?

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Positive 12 steps: First you need to attend meetings consistently. Then you pick a sponsor and work with them. Once you are ready can can sponsor(volunteer). It takes time to ripen.  My sponsor(master co) says "growth takes time, effort and lots of dumb mistakes" try to have weekly meeting and be consistent. Learn more at http://positive12steps.Org.

Question 7

what would be your qualifications for working as a volunteer in a children's hospital?  what would you look for?

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Generally: Someone who is understanding, compassionate, lots of patience , personable, always have a smile on his face, someone who listens, and love unconditionally.Someone who is uplifting , mature and responsible with a positive attitude! someone who is a team player, is also important.

Question 8

thanks to all who volunteer their time to answer our questions for those of us who have ocd of health issues you really help us

Accepted Answer

You are welcome: Great thanks!!!!

Question 9

i volunteered for a study and found out i have a pto (patent foramen ovale). is this anything i should be worried about?

patent foramen ovale

Accepted Answer

Usually not: The PFO is a normal hole between the upper chambers of the heart formed during normal fetal development. It persists in 1 of 4 adults &amp; is rarely a problem. It is generally held closed after birth by a flap &amp; higher heart pressures in the left upper chamber than the right. There are some instances where it can be a problem. I would advise your doc of the finding &amp; follow up with him/her.

Question 10

why isn't my periodontist telling me the cause of my big recession? i go for my quarterly cleanings. why does he not volunteer the answer in any way?

Accepted Answer

Gum recession: I agree with you--it is your mouth and you should know. Simply ask him/her directly and wait for an answer. Is this why you  were referred to the periodontist in the first place? Have you asked your regular dentist this question?  I have provided a link from the ada that may provide you with some answers to your question. 
http://www.ada.org/sections/scienceandresearch/pdfs/patient_79.pd.

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Should it be okay to volunteer for clinical research?

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Would med schools rather see a perfect gpa, or a lower gpa with a ton on volunteer, shadowing, and clinical hours?

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I volunteered for a med student, who was practicing ekgs. i'm concerned my wave activity isn't normal. any thoughts?

A member asked:

I am a certified medical assistant looking for work in the medical field i would also do volunteer work any suggestions?

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Progressive onj has changed my life. is there any experimental drugs or procedures a person can volunteer for to help stop this nitemare for others?

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How do you get trained to volunteer in alcoholics anonymous?

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What would be your qualifications for working as a volunteer in a children's hospital? what would you look for?

A member asked:

Thanks to all who volunteer their time to answer our questions for those of us who have ocd of health issues you really help us

A member asked:

I volunteered for a study and found out i have a pto (patent foramen ovale). is this anything i should be worried about? patent foramen ovale

A member asked:

Why isn't my periodontist telling me the cause of my big recession? i go for my quarterly cleanings. why does he not volunteer the answer in any way?

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