Confidence has been something I have always struggled with—even now. When I had the opportunity to round on the wards this past summer, I found that there was still much to learn. How am I going to be prepared for what’s to come my third year of medical school? I started experiencing self-doubt. But guess […]
Be Grateful
I don’t know about you, but I find that gratitude is a habit of happy people. We can always use more happy people in medicine. It’s amazing how one positive action can change so much in a person’s life—simply by giving thanks. Easy enough, right? I’m not perfect, but I find that expressing gratitude has […]
Interviewing for Medical School?
First and foremost, I want to congratulate you! You’ve gotten an interview, and that’s a big deal. You now know that the admissions committee sees potential in you. At my institution, we conduct multiple mini interviews (MMIs). A multiple mini interview consists of a series of interview stations used to assess non-cognitive qualities. Think of […]
