It comes at you rather quickly during third-year: picking a specialty. At the beginning of third-year, they tell you to keep an open mind and to explore all fields. By January, they tell you to start narrowing your choices. But by March, you’re deep into VSAS and likely applying to a specific career choice. When […]
What I’m Looking Forward To My Fourth Year
Medical school is difficult; that’s no secret. But I’ve been told there’s light at the end of the tunnel, and fourth-year is supposed to give you a taste of that. So I’m here to share with you what I’m looking forward to my fourth-year of medical school. Choosing a Specialty. I hope that by this […]
The Best Tools for a General Surgery Away Rotation
Hello guys! Now that I have matched into a general surgery residency, I feel like I can discuss all of the great tools that contributed to successful away rotations in general surgery. I believe the biggest tool that you can possess is a great work ethic because many of these surgical away rotations are grueling. […]