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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Alternative and integrative medicine can be controversial subjects. Some healthcare professionals love it, some are highly skeptical, and some people's opinions land in the middle. In asking this question, the interviewing team at Drexel University's medical school wants to hear your honest opinions on these schools of thought and treatment in medicine to get a feel for the training path you will one day pursue following medical school.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Although I support traditional medicine, I understand that alternative medicine can benefit some. I agree that there is a science behind alternative medicine; however, alternative medicine should be more strictly regulated. People need to educate themselves better before jumping into 'all-natural' therapy. Prescribed teas and herbs can be dangerous if taken in the wrong dosages. Even though it is natural, it doesn't mean your body will like it. As with all medicine and practices, research and education are crucial."

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Just like you would answer a sensitive question surrounding politics or religion, it's best to support both sides when delivering your response. If you plan to voice a highly one-sided opinion, be prepared to give substantial evidence-based thoughts supporting your viewpoint. It's also important to know that Drexel University does support an MS degree in complementary and integrative medicine, so the practices are supported on their campus.

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