Ever since I started my third year of medical school, I have wondered if I would have to change my inner core of introversion, in order to succeed in my clinical clerkships. Even before starting third year, I had heard that attendings wanted students who were willing to put themselves and speak up at all […]
Outpatient Outings
After two tiring weeks of inpatient pediatrics, I’m now having the more enjoyable experience of outpatient pediatrics. For starters, the hours are much better. It has felt like a vacation to get up at 6:30 AM and be expected at work by 8:30 AM. The days feel like they fly by. The pace of outpatient […]
Clear as Mud
At least a couple of times a week, I’m asked the same question: do you have any idea what specialty you might want to go into? The answer to that question is becoming longer and more convoluted by the day. Prior to medical school and in my first year, I was sure that I would […]
