Day in The Life of an IMG Doctor in The US | Infectious Disease Rotation in Miami 

It is completely normal to have second thoughts. In the end, routine is boring and exhausting. The important thing is to be happy doing what you like and what excites you. The path of medicine is spectacular but there are many other alternatives in the world of medicine than spending 40 hours a week in a hospital and that includes being independent and working part-time as a specialist. Take your time to enjoy what you are living now, I think you are excellent at what you do. Time and day-to-day life will bring you to the right decision. Keep up the good work brother.

When we are young, we think we have the rest of our life. Out of med school, stuck in the monotony is not for everyone.Santiago you are hones5 and very bright old soul. I’m a gynecologist , from India, started my business etc, now in USA for my 2 nd residency but plan to start my next business venture soon. I CHEER FOR U MATE. Life is a journey and you need family and love to keep u afloat, which we easily overlook. Viva la vida my friend.

Hi everyone, I am from south america and I recently started medical residency in the US and I completely understand the second thoughts. It is not easy at all and sometimes you think, is it worth it? Things change and time will never come back, is it worth to be 80+ hours in the hospital? is it worth it to spend most of your time and energy on medicine? Do no take me wrong, I love medicine but sometimes things are not the way that you think. Even though the electronic medical system, the salary and how people treats you are way much better in the US, sometimes that does not make you feel happy. My advise is, think very well before coming here. Sometimes is better to take the easy pathway and be happy than to take the hard pathway just to prove yourself that you are capable of doing i.

Thank you for being so honest about your second thoughts. I'm glad there's at least someone open to talking about it on camera. I'm in medical school as well about to start my clinical years and worried about the hours. I really appreciate it!

Thanks so much for sharing this! I can totally relate as I’ve had the same second thought feelings for a while. I’ve still been undecided for what specialty to do even with doing 2 years of USCE, maintaining my side business, and still working as a medical assistant. Love the aesthetic of this video!

I really appreciate your way of carrying out all of these things …… being your own boss is of course the best. However, you really look like a promising physician and have the potential to be one of the greatest doctors to ever exist ……. Keep going Santiago as you’re inspiring thousands of medical & non-medical students worldwide ….. greatings from Egypt Bro and I really hope the best for you.

I really appreciate your sincerity, it's a really good video. I want to emphasize that a lot of physician may pass for a moment of seconds thoughts about their career, specially when you think about your family and future plans of live, it's okay to question this, see the perspective and follow what your heart wants, so I hope you find your real place in the medical field. Xoxo

I really appreciate this video, there is not much content out there about clinical rotaions for IMGs, also, the talk about "second thoughts" is important but sadly overlooked, hope to hear more about it from you and best wishes Santiago.

Wow, this video is so good. Please upload more like this.

it would be great if you made a video on how to apply for a rotation as an IMG . thanks

Keep your chin up! Over time you'll realize what is the best for you and your lifestyle.Unfortunely or fortunaly everything in life takes time and effort.Take care of yourself.Thanks for all your videos ,they are little blessings for us.🙏🤞💪

Bro, finish, then walk away if you want. If you walk away before you finish you will always have the question in your mind if you made the right choice. That will eat you alive because you'll never be able to get an answer. It will be one of the things you regret on your deathbed. If you finish and then leave, you can always go back. The other dudes on RU-vid who left medicine still introduce themselves with their "medical credentials" because it is their biggest source of pride, even though it is no longer deserved. I can already tell you they will be unhappy in the long run. I learned an important lesson on rotations this month: the perfect practice model only exists if you make it for yourself. Make your decision based on how'd you'd feel at the end of your life, not right now in your 20s.

Wow I just checked the Febrile podcast - - it is brilliant to say the least !! Thank you so much for shedding a light into it. If someone has more recommendations about medical podcasts it would be great I am looking more into IM ones but anything else would be much appreciated too !

I am a PGY1 pediatric resident (IMG) from the Dominican Republic. I can totally understand you! I love medicine and would love to continue with fellowship but at this point I’m not sure if my life goals align with 6 more years of crazy workload and hours😢. You’re not alone in this!

Dear Santiago, I completed a transitional year and then 3 years of IM residency. I watched your videos on RU-vid, skillshare and I think your brilliant, and driven. It is natural to have ups and downs. If you think about the time to commit, then it is daunting. Don't think about the time to allocate to get into residency. Once your in la program then its a rewarding experience. You will meet incredible professionals that will inspire you. You will meet extraordinary residents that share similar struggles that you do. Most importantly you learn the most from the patient and grow. I believe in you and you will get through this. Just push through!

Amazing !

Hey! Would you recommend us some good medical content podcasts that you really like? Keep the hard work going! Good video!

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. I can definitely relate. Given your dedication, you will shine in whatever path you end up choosing Santiago! All the best to you! By the way, I love the idea of a portable monitor, as you show yours at around min6. Which one do you use ? Thanks!

Hello.Santiago .I've been following you since your early beginnings.I appreciate your sincerity.Sometimes I saw you and asked myself why I'm not as good and courageous as you. this makes me realize that we all are humans.regarding your thoughts Who doesn't want to help people? But you know ,the idea is that you make it in your own way.Be that.doctor.you want.to be.Don't forget yourself.Everyone believes that once you decide to follow this pathway you won't be able to do other.things in your life. don't postpone your happiness due to the fear of fulfillment.Good vibes bro.Greetings from Cusco Peru

Que top lo lograsteeee💯

I think you could make tremendous contributions to medical education and learning in general.

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Hey great video! I have also been accepted for an ID rotation, could you please suggest study resources and case presentation practices?

Dude I like the second screen you have. May I ask whats that device ?

Que gracioso jajaja , estaba un poco desmotivado estudiando y mire tu video y justamente al final muestras micologia jajaja, que estoy estudiando eso, increíble coincidencia . Abrazo amigo, suerte !!

Hi great video. Also EU-IMG here how did you find an actual rotation as post-graduate IMG?

Santi, estoy pasando por lo mismo que tu en estos momentos, también hice el sacrificio de venirme a Estados Unidos a ejercer, a veces pienso en todo lo que me he esforzado para pasar los exámenes, todo el dinero invertido, tiempo, todas las cosas a nivel social que me he perdido, etc, etc. Luego me sentí atraída por una idea propuesta por una de mis tutoras, ella fue medico sin fronteras por 3 anos, siendo especialista en OB/GYN, estuvo en Africa, Afghanistan, etc. Tal vez estes cansado de tu rutina y puedas encontrar esta idea fascinante también, yo amo mi carrera y por eso amo ayudar a poblaciones de bajos recursos y odio la rutina. Otra idea seria irte a Dubai a ejercer o a otro país que acredite estos exámenes, es solo una idea.

OMG Santiago I really love your sincerity in this vídeo!!! I'm pretty sure all of us start thinking if this career is for us or if better just jump into only fans or something like that 😂😂

Lovely, God bless 🍫

Which resources you used for ID?

hola Santi, esa rotación que pudiste conseguir es observership? saludos desde Argentina.

i have had the same thoughts... to be honest my ideal scenario would be to practice medicine as hobby and live out of investings... what do you see doing instead of practicing medicine?

Hola santi, me puedes dar una recomendacion de donde o como aplicar para una rotacion clinica? Donde buscastes tu? Y cuanto pagaste? Gracias🙏🏻

Quiero ver cómo es la execution de esos planes !

sir!! please tell me which speciality are you going to opt for residency

how did you get the rotation ? what is the procedure ? how to find one ? would you please reply

good video. Were you getting paid during your rotation? How did you manage to afford the whole experience?

Not me replaying this video at 00:15 all day long 🤭

Santi como aprendiste inglés? Fuiste a una academia? Tienes algo que compartir respecto a esto?

Nyc vlog

Which hospital in Miami offer ID rotation?

Stupid question but I thought you were in your 3rd year of residency. Are you thinking of applying to ID fellowship?

Bro can u share ur notes pls

Jackson ? Or UM med Center. Harrington program, old days…..

Getting to the hospital at 8 is not early...

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Como se llama la marca de tu uniforme ?

You look like a radiology guy.

Are you realizing that now??? Too late, my friend. Medicine is one of the most hardest careers in the world. You make a lot of money, but you have to do a lot BUT A LOT of sacrifices. Try to find the best specialty for you and fight for it. You don't spend that amount of hours in all specialties. Check the ones you like more and get it. Anyways, after your residency, you can open your own business. The other good pathway is research. So, don't discard your intelligence and your years to be where you are at now. Good luck, buddy. You can do it!!!