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How to Keep Children Preoccupied in the Pediatrician’s Office

As a medical assistant (MA) working in the pediatrician’s office, one of the most common challenges that you will encounter is handling the children who are in the waiting area. It’s not enough to simply leave them in the hands of their parents or let them make noise and run around. To be an effective …

What Specialization to Pursue as a Medical Assistant

A medical assistant is often not an all-around job. Although many choose to master both clinical and administrative responsibilities, you may opt to specialize in either one of these so that you can further build your strengths and work on particular skills instead of being a “jack-of-all-trades” type of medical assistant. Furthermore, having a specific …