Over the last few years, in part spurred by student interest, Stanford has offered a “Capstone Clerkship.” The idea is that at the end of medical school, students are rusty. In a few short weeks, we not only have a few extra initials after our names, but we have real live patients to care for. […]
The Last Day of School Forever?
During this past week, only three things have stood between me and freedom: BLS, ACLS, and a research presentation. It’s crazy that this week is my last real week of true obligations. After this, it’s smooth sailing until graduation with certain award ceremonies and dinners to attend! Since my residency program requires me to have […]
Studying in Residency
Although residency is still a few months away, I do wonder how I will be able to juggle the many responsibilities as a resident: actively learn the art of medicine, maintain and save patient lives without any patient safety events, and keeping up with the deluge of bureaucracy and paperwork. Everyone has told me to […]
