They say applying to residency has become a game. Yes, you work hard for 4 years, take Steps 1 and 2, find letter writers, slave over a personal statement, rewrite your resume, and press submit. Then you think it’s just the waiting game, that is, until the interviews roll in. But one thing I’ve learned […]
My Patient in the ICU
Before I started medical school I remember my mentor, the physician who inspired me to pursue this field tell me that I will one day meet a patient that will forever change the way I view medicine. Last week I had the pleasure of taking care of a very sick but pleasant gentleman. Our patient […]
Happy National Women Physician Day
February 3 marks the day where we honor the path that female physicians have paved since 1849 all thanks to Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell. This day marks the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States in 1849. Dr. Blackwell initiated the movement that helped women gain entry […]
The Key to Stress Management: Exercise
If you ask anyone that knows me well, they will tell you that I absolutely LOVE working out. From running half marathons to walking in the park, I enjoy every aspect of physical activity. One of the most common questions I get is: How do you have the time to exercise 6 times a week […]
First Year vs Second Year: A day in the life
First year: 4am: Wake up and get ready (with intensity). 4:30 Flashcards over breakfast (eat only nails—no milk). 5:00 Pack lunch. 5:10 Run to school (while doing flashcards). 5:25 Find desk where you will not be bothered. Continue flashcards. 7:00 Take 30 second break. 7:00:30 Return to flashcards. 8:00 Class (ask annoying questions). 12:00 Lunch […]
Helpful Lessons for Successful Patient Interviews
From day one, medical students are taught about how to take a thorough history and conduct a physical examinations. We are given tools to help us assess a patient’s chief complaint (the reason they are seeing the doctor) and provide them with the a helpful solution that can alleviate their concerns. I have have various […]
Medical School Interview Tips
On my rotation I have the pleasure of meeting so many amazing fourth-year students who are on their audition rotations. Audition rotation or Sub-Internship rotations are generally 2-4 week rotations that fourth-year students apply for in a speciality of their choice at a residency they hope to match into! They have been giving me tons […]
Important Tips: Studying for Psych in Medical School
Since my Psychiatry rotation is only 4 weeks, I decided to devise a study plan to better prepare for the exam I have to take at the end of this rotation. Although not all of you are in a psych rotation at the moment, the following tips I am going to share with you should […]
Step 1 and the Stress/Analysis Feedback Loop
I was recently hanging out with my study group, when someone brought up their worries about Step 1. We all eagerly pitched in our own study plans and theories about how we could maximize our gains. This is one of the great things about my study group. They are always eager to help each other […]
Getting Published in Medical School
In my previous posts I have talked about ways to get involved in Medical School not only to give back to the community but also to make contributions in science. One of those ways as I am sure many of you are aware of is conducting research and getting that research published. I have always […]
