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In an online discussion post, Alcorn State University history professor Dr. Jason Gibson posed a question that represented part of his students' midterm. It was about the...

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[-] nickiwest@lemmy.world 4 points 6 hours ago

Some professions, like ER doctor, require a high level of memorization. But that's also part of medical training.

Others don't need that level of memorization, even other kinds of doctors. I've seen medical specialists in private practice leave the exam room to look up symptoms to help make a diagnosis. And I think that's a good idea, since only TV doctors can "know" everything about incredibly rare diseases.

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