Anatomy 101
Which organ is responsible for regulating blood glucose levels through insulin and glucagon secretion?
Pancreas
The root “derm–” refers to what?
Skin
A PA stands for what role in healthcare?
Physician Assistant
What standardized exam do most pre-med and Pre-Dental students take for medical and dental school admission?
MCAT & DAT
What medical drama is set at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital
Grey’s Anatomy
What structure connects muscles to bones?
Tendons
What does the term “hypothermia” mean?
Abnormally low body temperature
This provider is trained to evaluate, diagnose, and treat movement disorders and uses techniques like gait training and manual therapy
Physical Therapist
Name 3 common activities medical schools look for besides GPA and test scores.
Research, volunteering, leadership, clinical experience, community service, etc
The World Health Organization (WHO) is headquartered in which country ?
Switzerland
Which artery supplies oxygenated blood to the brain?
Carotid artery
The prefix “gastro–” refers to what organ?
Stomach
Which doctor performs surgeries on blood vessels outside the heart and brain?
Vascular Surgeon
What is the purpose of residency after medical school ?
Specialized, hands-on training in a chosen medical field under supervision.
What metal is found in the center of a hemoglobin molecule?
Iron
The alveoli in the lungs are primarily responsible for what process?
Gas exchange of O₂ and CO
The term “hematology” is the study of what?
Blood
A nephrologist specializes in diseases of which organ?
Kidney
During medical school applications, students often use a service that centralizes their materials. What is this system called?
AMCAS — American Medical College Application Service
Which country eradicated smallpox first through national vaccination?
India
What structure separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity and is essential for breathing?
Diaphragm
What does the term “osteoporosis” literally mean?
Brittle Bones
This type of physician specializes in performing minimally invasive, image-guided procedures such as embolizations, angioplasties, and targeted tumor treatments
Interventional Radiologist
What is the difference between primary care and specialty care physicians in terms of training and scope?
Primary care focuses on general, continuous patient care (family, internal, pediatrics); specialties require extra residency/fellowship and focus on specific systems or procedures.
In a hospital, what does the color code “Code Pink” typically indicate?
Infant or child abduction