Life of a Doctor: THE TRUTH. Residency is hard!

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Some days are good, some days are bad. Had a particularly hard week as an emergency medicine doctor. Now I’m looking for ways on how I can deal with hard and challenging situations so I can avoid burning out in the future. Thanks for watching!
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@nataliamt4487 6 лет назад

Doctors are heroes. Thank you for spending the best years fo your life with books, studying hard. Thank you for saving people's lifes.

@msana_5219 5 лет назад

Thanku for your kind words even though it wasnt directed at me. 🤗

@cx4178 5 лет назад

I was rly depressed and you made my hour...thnku

@laturista1000 5 лет назад

sadly many patients take doctors for granted. it's a thankless profession. on top of that the IRS taxes them heavy. Then they gotta pay off all that debt, they never see daylight. trading hours for fiat currency as income. is it worth it? I guess it is in the eyes of someone willing to give their lives for years to help the sick.

@williamhill5954 5 лет назад

Magda Te really are you sure

@FlazzMD 4 года назад

They should not be heroes. Healthcare systems should invest enough money to hire a proper number of doctors and avoid this struggle about working in understaffed conditions. About US: they should increase the number of residency posts too but I doubt that it will ever happens considering the healthcare system you have. I would not be touched by a sleep deprived doctor. Honestly I don't want to waste my life for just a system deficiency.

@ViolinMD 6 лет назад

Residency is such a rollercoaster - sounds like a super busy night in the ER for you! Kids and airways management is truly the most terrifying thing I can think of overnight! Also just noticed 300K subscribers!! Congrats Jamie, so well deserved!!

@DrAdnan 6 лет назад

Violin MD You’re getting there too! Two of my fav RU-vid channels.

@bryonawilmer7366 6 лет назад

I honestly love the two of you! You both post similarly so I have a habit of watching you two at the same time and I appreciate you both! Keep up the good work ladies, you truly inspire me.

@ViolinMD 6 лет назад

Thanks Adnan and Bryona!

@DrAdnan 6 лет назад

Violin MD Np, keep up the great work!

@sofiata2133 6 лет назад

I love your channel too Dr. Siobhan. You’re gonna get there too. Keep up the good work ❤️❤️

@JaneandJady 6 лет назад

I definitely felt the same way. I was thrown into my first trauma the other day since not enough EM residents were working the shift, and I was freaking out! Thankfully, all the surgery and EM residents were super helpful and understanding. haha I probably looked terrified

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

it can be so overwhelming! I'm so grateful for my senior residents everyday haha

@anonymous-yo4qs 6 лет назад

JaneandJady babies love u guys

@Nancysanda 6 лет назад

What's important is that you help save human lives, and that is a very precious thing indeed. Being a doctor can be a very tiring and, at times, scary profession to follow. But at the end of the day, your patients' well-being and your aid to them is what matters the most. Keep up the good work, I'm sure you'll be an amazing doctor really soon. In fact, you already are. We believe in you ❤️❤️

@mariasevere 6 лет назад

When you said "There's so much chewing involved in eating a bagel", I died! LOL!!! #adultingishard!

@royceyimbo9283 5 лет назад

I work night shifts at my hospital and I feel THE SAME WAY! I just don’t eat after night shifts because it’s so much work to eat after 😂 You got this!!!

@MedHead 6 лет назад

“Should I eat, sleep, or shower?” the important question from those who are always deprived of time, lol

@DavidHindin 6 лет назад

Thinking of you, Jamie. At the end of PGY3 year when you look back on moments like that night, I think those will be the nights you grew most as a physician. Hemoptysis is scary as it is in adults - I can't even imagine being faced with the possibility of doing a cric on a child. Glad that you were able to talk things over afterwards with your attending, your friends, and your boyfriend. Sending you good thoughts. ❤️

@thestudybunny586 6 лет назад

The one tip that I have is to always remember that tough times don't last, but tough people do, and when you're able to get through certain situations and allow your soul to be at peace, you will get through it all. I have a problem where I become detached and lose my empathy in some certain situations and that is the one thing you don't want to do RELAX and the ability to realize that once the problem is fixed is better to forget about and move on, than for it to torture your soul. Dr. Lee, we believe in you and we know you can get through this!

@henockxnxa 6 лет назад

Medical training: Tormenting people who want to help people until they need antidepressants. Then criminalizing their need for care :/

@MakeOneSora 5 лет назад

YourStudyMate damn that’s accurate

@meganelyse8173 6 лет назад

I'm with you. Had my first super psychotic patient (as a first year Psych resident) last week and it was the first time I was a bit scared for my safety (and for the patient's). It ended up being ok but talking about it with my supervisor/mentor really helped, as did talking with family. We got this.💪🏻

@giseletoumi7393 6 лет назад

Whoaaa! I'm considering psych. How're you liking residency so far?

@meganelyse8173 6 лет назад

Gisele Toumi I’m loving it!! Honestly it’s even more rewarding than I thought it would be. It also fits my lifestyle a bit better- I’m continually impressed by Jaime’s ability to go between nights and days so seamlessly- I don’t think I could do it! I may make a video soon. Never made one before so not sure but I think it may be helpful for people to see what a Psychiatry residency looks like!

@divyashastri5095 6 лет назад

Yess, please do make a video! I'm considering Psychiatry as well and was looking for similar videos on RU-vid for a better idea of what's in store, but couldn't find any! You definitely would be helping lots of people! :D

@xohayleyr 6 лет назад

Megan Elyse please make a video talking about psychiatry residency!! There’s practically none on RU-vid and it would be so incredibly helpful!!

@meganelyse8173 6 лет назад

Hayley R I am definitely looking into it! I need to run it by my program director but I’ll comment on this comment when I get it set up! It might be a while (I’d like to take Step 3 first) but I love the enthusiasm people have shown and definitely want to contribute!

@sofiachabchoub7274 6 лет назад

you’re so hardworking! I was actually wondering how you coped so well with trauma victims and if it affected you at all, because you are so mentally strong and stable! I found it very comforting to learn that you still take the time to talk to people about scary experiences at your work

@diamondhiggins6714 6 лет назад

Wondering if you could please do a video on having a relationship in med school and/or residency?? Is your person in the medical field? If not, how do you get them to understand the demand of your job/schooling. It seems like residency is more demanding than med school... how are you handle work/life balance with a relationship?

@Xolittlered96oX 6 лет назад

Diamond Higgins I second this!!

@sanaalmas6798 4 года назад

PLEASE DO THIS

@mellyxX36 6 лет назад

You got this Jamie! Keep up the good work :) And thanks for sharing your experience with us

@beardsscrubs3062 6 лет назад

Jamie! Even as a medical student, I completely understand the feeling of 'inadequacy' and was wondering how you cope with that to keep your confidence up (not only for yourself but for your patients)? Love your videos and glad you are sharing your experiences with us!

@urockit2011 5 лет назад

Bumping this! Also wondering how to cope with inadequacy!

@marensvare507 6 лет назад

There is a special place in heaven for emergency medical staff. I spent many nights at the hospital with my little brother when he had asthma attacks - I was always so grateful for the attention and knowledge of the doctors and nurses in the ER!

@marsbambino3725 6 лет назад

Finally learned why it’s called residency.. cuz it’s a literal residency.. good luck!! Rooting for ya since med school days!!

@Jake-tz6ye 6 лет назад

60 hr/week is "lower" than other specialties... oh mercy

@miriamdonnadieu9227 6 лет назад

Jake in mexico we do 36 hrs shifts every third day haha, nonstop as an intern or resident

@Jake-tz6ye 6 лет назад

miriam donnadieu that is a recipe for burnout I feel bad for you :(

@birblover6423 5 лет назад

miriam donnadieu oye en que parte de México? Para irme preparando 😂😭

@pari3022 6 лет назад

What keeps you going through all these stressful times? PS: I used to watch your "study with me" videos during my exam times, it helped me a lot during those tough times & I also secured nice marks

@gypsymoon474 6 лет назад

Lmbo that Cristina Yang clip was hilarious 😂😂 and it’s so true y’all get so tired you debate which is more important when they’re all important and yes a bagel takes crazy energy to eat!!! Girl you made of tough stuff so I know you’ll conquer this!!!!

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

it's so true!! food then shower then sleep is the usual order hahah

@pixiewinxviera 6 лет назад

Thank you for being so raw with your feelings. I can kinda feel it from the screen. I'm happy you're so open with your feelings regarding medicine. Hope to be an ER physician myself. ❤🇺🇸 How do you manage to maintain a pet during your medical school to residency years? Love you, Jamie!❤🇺🇸

@MonizeMiyada 5 лет назад

As a doctor who already have finished residency I must say that this feeling of felt that you are definitely not prepared to take care of people, especially those who are very debilitated (as the little girl with hemoptise), is not something that will disappear with time. Actually, if you’re a good doctor I think that you should keep this feeling with you, because it’s make you remember that you have to up to date your knowledge all the time. Doctors are scientists, and being so we are in constant evolution... and remember the new scarring a lot, but get used to a situation should scared as well, because this means that is time to get out of your comfort zone! Amazing video Jamie! Congrats!! You really inspire me a lot! 😘

@maritadonald5610 4 года назад

Seriously? Doctors are Scientist? Some doctors are scientists-just as some politicians are scientists-but most are not. As medical students they were filled full with information on biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, and other sciences, but information does not a scientist make-otherwise, you could become a scientist by watching the Discovery channel. A scientist is somebody who constantly questions, generates falsifiable hypotheses, and collects data from well designed experiments-the kind of people who brush their teeth on only one side of their mouth to see whether brushing your teeth has any benefit. Most doctors follow familiar patterns and rules, often improvising around those rules. In their methods of working they are more like jazz musicians than scientists.

@Ytmusicplaylistperfect 4 года назад

marita donald your a little rigid a scientist is a person that questions reality and experiments with its structures

@jamesr.g.2320 3 года назад

@@Ytmusicplaylistperfect no, she’s right. Doctors are not scientists

@anisantos566 6 лет назад

Im from México, my boyfriend was an emergency resident but he just quit last week he worked 100 hrs x week it was too tired, here we need more regulation on the requirement for residents. Im a doctor too, just started to work two weeks ago, 12 hrs x day , medicine is a demanding career, and sometimes when you dont have the work experience you feel like you want to quick, that you are not good enough, there are some more experience doctor that judge you.

@DoctorNikkiP 6 лет назад

So scary 😥 having a strong support system can be such a blessing through hard times. You can do it Jamie!!

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

Thanks Nikki!

@makhloufbannoud644 6 лет назад

I can't wait to be a doctor like you I'm a freshman in college but I dream too much :( Thank you for being my study buddy and ultimate inspiration I truly appreciate you :)

@positivevibes4957 6 лет назад

Working out, meditation, or yoga can help with stress and problem. I seen an ortho Surgeon Dr Webb (RU-vidr) doing yoga and he works out at the gym.

@Raven_53 6 лет назад

Totally understandable. Sometimes you just need to take time to let it all out and be free of whatever the problem is and it is great that you have people near you to talk with. I think it is both a blessing and a curse for us in the medical field. I hope you get through those days well.

@pochaccoklg 6 лет назад

I must confess that even for me the hemoptysis scares me (I'm a pneumologist and I have a sub specialty in right ventricle and pulmonary circulation) and although I see cases 3 to 5 times a week, they never cease to impress me. If you need more information about hemoptysis, or pneumology in general, I can send you bibliography. I encourage the first year of residency is very hard, but I promise it's worth it.

@Achristian888 6 лет назад

Shower eat sleep in that order

@AmyStylinson 6 лет назад

Emergency medicine sounds crazy and interesting.

@kakakaylee5238 6 лет назад

I currently work in the ED, and I have to say my biggest coping mechanism are my coworkers. The physicians, nurses, techs, everyone. After heart breaking cases or stressful situations, we’re all able to come together and find humor amongst each other. Laughing is definitely what gets us through most days lol. I’m glad you’re finding your own ways to cope ♥️ it’s definitely super important in the EM field!

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

it's so true! so important to have your support system in and out of work! Sharing snacks with coworkers help too! haha

@lynneacevedo6641 5 лет назад

THANK YOU for giving techs credit!!! I was a tech, now a nurse and omw to med school!!! I will always appreciate my experience as a tech!!!

@abdimohamud5252 6 лет назад

Don't give up Persist to the end! Also awesome channel

@a.k.a.nirvana 6 лет назад

Hi, this is my first time commenting but I've been watching your videos for awhile. I'm starting the first year of my undergrad degree this fall and I love watching your videos and I appreciate you so much for taking the time to create these videos because watching them just solidifies my resolve to go to medical school. While the work and the sacrifices you have to make in order to make it to this point are grueling it's so inspiring to see someone living my dream. While I'm not looking forward to 12 hours shift 5 days a week, watching you go through this process and develop in your carrer and your channel gives me the hope that i can do it too, so thank you.

@dtae7855 6 лет назад

Cece Bookish Push on girl! I’m in the same exact boat! We’ll get through this! 💪🏿💪🏿 Wishing you the best for your first semester! Stay focused & enjoy the experience!

@a.k.a.nirvana 6 лет назад

Thank you so much, I'm wishing you all the best as well.

@foxskinn 6 лет назад

You look super tired! Get some rest gurl ❤️

@alacebalatico4968 6 лет назад

You can do it Jamie! :) thank you for always keeping us inspired! :)

@maheshshinde38 6 лет назад

Hi Jamie.. in 15.and want to become a neurologist but now I'm facing hardship in school ..i get demotivated and feel exhausted and overwhelmed by fear...can u please advice me ..?

@Lydia-lt4do 6 лет назад

Mahesh Shinde I would recommend you to see what causes you to feel exhausted? What things are hard for you? Try to find your problem and look for a solution. As for motivation, look for things you enjoy or make goals for yourself.

@maheshshinde38 6 лет назад

Thanks for ur advice....☺hope it will work...

@sbp5433 6 лет назад

Mahesh Shinde Hey buddy don’t worry. I’ve gone through NEET and one thing would like to tell you is that you MUST eliminate fear. Fear eats you up and cripples your mind. Don’t compare yourself to others and just keep studying. I know it’s easier said than done but it will definitely help you to perform better. All the best!!

@angeltynice6847 6 лет назад

I’m 15 & I wanna be a general surgeon

@slashingamez3646 6 лет назад

ME TOO DUDE

@_curtis 6 лет назад

Aww! You're doing great though, and try to keep pushing on x

@mariekuehler7972 6 лет назад

I just want you to know that I am so thankful for you and other doctors. You do amazing things and I know it’s can be really difficult.

@topslug 6 лет назад

Hi Jamie, love your videos! I'm curious why the shifts change so frequently? It seems counterintuitive - for example, when I'm jet lagged like that I'm not very sharp, and medicine seems like a profession where one really has to have their wits about them!?

@tokee1234567 6 лет назад

clare hulfish it’s not only medicine. The entire healthcare field is focused on the patient and not the staff because if the shifts don’t rotate there would be nobody to take care of the patients. This often leads to staff burnout, such as nurses and even doctors

@BarbWright 6 лет назад

Thanks for being so honest and open about your experiences!! So inspirational❤️❤️

@AO-iv6yr 5 лет назад

I quit medical school at the end of my penultimate clinical year because I can't take the pressure of the system (including the responsibilities as well as the learning involved). Some may beg to differ, but I think the system was set up such that doctors are not humanely treated enough and are constantly burnt out. Good on those who have managed to have that stamina and mindset to deal with the stress, especially physical stress. They are the ones who should be the doctors (in the system that has been set up). For those who are looking at seriously getting out of medicine, it might be a good thought, especially if you don't have that stamina to soldier on for many years to come. If you can't take care of your health in the long term, it's not worth the fight, even if you need the money, or better - even if you love the profession.

@dj-up4nc 5 лет назад

Most people can’t afford to quit when they’ve gotten so far into medical school. They’re probably neck-deep in student loans already, and the only hope they have of paying it back is to become a physician in a high-paying speciality.

@AO-iv6yr 5 лет назад

Exsanguinate yes, only those who can withstand the stress. Kudos to them. Otherwise hospitals can’t hire someone who are in such a bad shape they can’t fulfil their duties properly.

@dr.abdoa.khalil706 4 года назад

Damn, I feel like I'm a psychopath now! I'm a first year resident too but in Egypt and I get worse cases than hemoptysis and totally on my own, here the attending isn't in sight, I'm left alone with the nurse to deal with the cases that come in! I get death sometimes and I have to confirm death, write the official paper and finish everything without the attending ever coming or seeing the patient! But I don't feel shook tho, that's the strange thing, I'm always kinda emotionally numb!

@hellelima6458 5 лет назад

That "I don't know if I should sleep, eat or shower" feeling you have the first month after having a newborn LOL

@katrinastrockbine5980 6 лет назад

im going to be a freshman in high school and i’ve wanted to go into the medical field for as long as i can remember and you’re channel has honestly made me want to go to medical school and it gives me motivation

@ManuelGutierrez-zb5xm 5 лет назад

Shower, eat, sleep. That is a no brainer.

@landlovessky 6 лет назад

I appreciate you still doing your channel whilst still with your busy schedule. Your channel has been a huge inspiration! Keep up the good work! ❤️❤️

@islamyounis1783 6 лет назад

Sending good vibes. Hopefully everything will get easier as you go.

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

thank you!

@jcamille7722 6 лет назад

Jamie, I just started my first year of med school, but you’ve been my one of my inspirations since before I applied. You rock, keep on keepin’ on!

@michaellee3626 5 лет назад

So how's your school going?

@nourelhoudaamar6031 6 лет назад

Why is the title in French !! Haha psq: i understand French fortunately ^^ love you 😘

@gibronimo 6 лет назад

Wow 60 hours/week is a lot of time at work! And you have overnight shifts! Working graveyard/overnight shifts is also very difficult on your physiology (Night shift workers have higher rates of cancer). I never really understood why they have shifts that are 12 hours instead of 8 hours. It's probably has something to do with handoff being a time when patients' safety can fall through the cracks. It would be better, though, for providers, if they were able to work shorter shifts and not have to work all night long - e.g. swing shift and then early morning. Also having a regular schedule (instead of rotating shift work that changes from week to) is less disruptive to circadian rhythms, melatonin suppression, and seems to reduce the incidence of hormonal cancers for women. Thank you to all of the hospital shift workers that provide high quality care at any time of day or night!

@sunshinetoday7 6 лет назад

I'm seriously praying for you girl! You honestly inspire me!

@dansortizo2555 6 лет назад

Is your boyfriend filipino?

@Reema_mfl 6 лет назад

Sending love to you Jamie 🌻🌺 you can do this 💕 You really inspire me

@AuraAzarcon 6 лет назад

Tim ho wan 😍😍😍

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

so gooooood

@kristinaelizabeth2 6 лет назад

As a resident are you being paid? And how did you manage covering living expenses throughout school and now residency with all of the school debt/expenses?

@SJ-qf2tz 6 лет назад

Kristina Elizabeth they get paid but it’s pittants. Like 50k a yr

@claudioagmfilho 3 года назад

Hi there, i am all the way from Recife in Brazil South America, and I really liked your video, very informative and all, thank you for sharing it with us… Lol the bagel stuff, I am sorry to hear about the kid that was coughing up blood… I am an MD from Brazil, been watching all your videos since you were in med school and all…

@eleopeste 6 лет назад

Thank you Jamie for sharing this. I’m a 5^ year medical student in Italy ( med school here is 6 years long) and i’m starting to think about residency situation and all the responsability and things you have to manage. I think that the worse thing in medicine is that you have to deal with a LOT of pressure , stressfull things over and over and the tought of being inadequate to the all situation. I personally feel unprepared about managing a patient right now , but i also know that everyone or almost everyone felt like this at this point so..it kinda conforted me.. I wanna ask you if when you were in med school you had somekind of very down moments or felt overwelmed about the amount of things to do

@beatricemassai3334 6 лет назад

So refreshing and inspiring. Hugs to you 🤗

@LittleXuanVi 6 лет назад

Jamie! I love your videos and I always watch them before I start my day. Could you please give us some advice on how to prepare for applying to medical schools? Please and thank you!

@Im-me8209 6 лет назад

Residents work 36 hrs straight every 3 days in the Philippines

@isaacfrancois 6 лет назад

i quit medical school during my final year. I have PTSD, I think it is a wise decision.

@FabiolaSuarez 6 лет назад

I’m currently studying in my 4th year of college to get a bachelors degree in biology for in the future go to med school. But the thing is, I just wish RU-vid was my full time job but I don’t have a lot of subscribers to help “support me” so for now the only thing I “like” of every profession is medicine. Sometimes I just wish I can quit but that will make my dad really really mad. I don’t know what to do. I don’t want to live my life un happy, without any time to be with my future husband and family if I become a doctor...

@AO-iv6yr 5 лет назад

Think carefully. I quit medical school in my third year (clinical year) because i found out it was not the right career path for me, even though I loved the profession. I was burnt out and I could not cope well with the huge responsibilities (hospital and studying at the same time). Everyone is different, but for me and for some people who have come as far as I have or even further, they have regretted their decision. That said I have learnt so much from my medical journey. In my opinion, not everyone can do well in this career, even if they are accepted into medical school. Sometimes it is not the the fault of the student but the medical system, that dictates the way things are run, that causes burnout in doctors. Unfortunately for some, it means going through medical school before ever finding out if you can take it or not.

@jess_bounce 5 лет назад

Yes I agree with A O. I am in law school and there is tons of stress and pressure. A few people have dropped out of my class, but it took them 1-2 years to figure out that law school wasn’t for them, so they have nearly $100,000 in law school loans, plus anywhere from $100-200,000 in undergrad loans. With only a bachelors degree, they can expect to make at most $70,000/year. That’s not that much when trying to pay off hundreds of thousands in loans . Your heart needs to be in it 100% because that is the only thing that will get you through the times where you are so stressed that all you can do is cry. And you don’t want to wait until you’re halfway through medical school bc then you will have tons of loans and only a bachelors degree to fall back on. You have to do what is your heart, not what will impress your parents. You will only resent your father if you get stuck living a life you never wanted to live.

@AO-iv6yr 5 лет назад

Thanks Jessica. That said, it is wiser for someone to make that decision to quit early, especially if they are in a precarious position, whether mentally or academically, even if they owe lots of loans. I have heard medical students who push their way to the end (finish their degree) because of debt, and some (especially Asians) because of parental pressure (whether to avoid disappointing parents, 'wasting' parents' money or whether coerced by parents) or even social pressure (afraid of what people think). I think everyone has their own story, and depending on the course and the person's journey, some will only ever know halfway through med school because it is only in third year that we are in clinic/hospitals full time and therefore become exposed to the true reality of the job.

@rosangelaspear5691 6 лет назад

Thank you! I'm an IMG trying to pass steps in order to apply for residency, i know it's hard but it's totally worth it, watching you, really inspired me to keep going until i get it! I hope you do great

@yoominjennyhong4474 5 лет назад

Jamie, pretty new to this channel but, just want to say thank you for your vlogs! I'm only a pre-med right now stressed about the future doctor life but I really enjoy your videos! Showing the difficult and rewarding sides of being a resident really inspires and assures me that this is really what I want to do! A lot of the worries that I won't have time to "live" my life is something that you show in your videos to be false, so thank you. Your ability to balance your career and home life as well as your method of self-care is amazing! Please keep on making great vlogs and videos!

@MyJman24 6 лет назад

Jamie, this was so insightful and honest. Thank you so much, keep persevering and enjoying!

@gabrielarnozo7704 6 лет назад

This is was so inspiring as usually and I loved it! Love u, Jamie! (@brazilianscrub)

@tania5465 5 лет назад

OMG, my cat's name is also candy. She was named after candy crush.

@sunnyyyyyyyy01 6 лет назад

Thanks for your honesty and for sharing your thoughts!!!!! You got this!

@zainab5674 Год назад

Im so glad u had support it really helps alot. Unfortunately in some countries we dnt hv it. We usually as an intern or wat u call a resident, we learned on our own as there were to few senior doctors, u can call ur consultant bt they would jus talk over the phone which to be honest is just more stressful, bt atleast we had amazing nurses and sisters who would hold ur hand through the resuses and intubations. I only started getting great support and teaching in the Family Medicine dept of the tertiary hospital. So shout out to Fam med physicians who run the emergencies units and basically everyting else no one else wants to do. Wen ppl hid frm covid Fam med was in front line EC unit and Internal med so big up to them. Goodluk wit ur residency and always remember ur a physician in training its ok not to knw and its ok to make mistakes be blessed. PS after 14 yrs i still ask for help🏵

@colonelroymustang3529 Год назад

I‘ll graduate med school and I really really hate that…..Atm I regret everything. I don‘t wanna work like this….I hope I can be a stay at home mom

@tbeans4987 6 лет назад

Lmao "Ugh there is so much chewing" 😂😭

@DrAdnan 6 лет назад

So the uncertain feeling doesn’t go away in residency it seems. I guess I need to get used to it then :/.

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

My med school dean used to say medicine is all about being comfortable with the uncomfortable!

@DrAdnan 6 лет назад

TheStriveToFit Great perspective. I’m saving that quote- thanks!

@beachbum4166 5 лет назад

After residency is much harder because you end up getting a dead end job that can barely pay for student loans. Massive mistake for me. I still have 290K in debt and just left a job because I had another lined up but it fell through in the last minute. I haven't worked for 6 months and have spent thousands traveling for jobs. My story isn't isolated.

@deepalisumitsingh934 6 лет назад

love ur coffee time😘.. keep it up... everything is gonna be all right..

@43nostromo 4 года назад

I've been a physician for more than 20 years and in healthcare for well over 30. Here is the most important thing you should know: regardless of the outcome of patient encounters, as long as the cat is happy, that's all that matters. Now, go feed her. She could care less that you are tired. Your only purpose in life is to make her happy.

@sulphuriccomtech5106 5 лет назад

I need suggestion from you about my Mouth infection condition, I cannot able to eat or drink properly caus of pain, what will you suggest me what should i do ?

@enthusiasticgen-asad9257 6 лет назад

Always good to see u. Such an inspiration.

@nana-qq4xn 6 лет назад

I’m deciding whether I should be a neurosurgeon or cardiac. Any thoughts?

@annvh6467 5 лет назад

Yeah,time scheduling seems to difficult to manage. It seems to be in the case of you med doctors. But really impressive.

@pixpusha 5 лет назад

I slept in the shower a couple of times when I was in med school. When I was in the Air Force, I fell asleep while marching once. Man when your body needs it, it's funny how you'll have no say so in the matter, lol.

@amandam6754 5 лет назад

how many years of residency do you have?? I am very interested in emergency medicine. I am thinking about emergency medicine, ob-gyn, or oncology

@vk-mp9hx 6 лет назад

can u tell the camera you using, coz your videos are so vibrant

@edwina_4266 3 года назад

😂 I laughed out loud when you said you didn’t think you could handle chewing a bagel in that moment

@dhruvparmar4728 3 года назад

Which hospital and country? And it is good place to have a decent study exprience?

@alysidfernandes7936 3 года назад

how do you manage to maintain friendships and be in a relationship in med school and residency? work life balance is soo hardd!!

@sundussayssheikh205 5 лет назад

You are working 12 hour shift and iam working 36 hours even though iam not a resident yet but an intern and in my country there are no working hours limit so it goes more than 80 hours a week

@alaa341g 5 лет назад

is my country is the only place where we work 24h ??! from 8 am to 4 pm and then start our shift to the tommorow 8 am ( but not always )

@iriskhatepadoncustodio7195 5 лет назад

I want to be a doctor like u but it's so hard for me , if u can what abt me? I hope I'll be a doctor after 'many' years from now

@gaoleeyang 5 лет назад

Are you a physician? I’m still learning new things!

@saltyragequit1234 2 года назад

coughing up blood - what to do? - medicine in 2021 :D

@biskitz89 6 лет назад

Hi thanks for posting this video. I saw a case with a young child with massive haemoptysis when I was an intern on paediatrics and your video took me back to that time in 2013. I did go home very shaken and I felt very insecure. I'd like to also endorse what your attending said, the feeling of inadequacy is something all doctors experience and it seems to pop up through the years even though your skills and knowledge increase. There will always be that case that serves as a humbling experience no matter how good a doctor we become. I've seen my seniors cry and hit low points on the job from mistakes they made. So it's especially okay for someone who is at the beginning of their journey as a doctor. You have a great attitude and positive outlook and that will help to get you through the tough times to come. Keep up the good work. I really enjoy your vlogs. Thanks for sharing!

@TheStrivetoFit 6 лет назад

Thank you for sharing! Medicine is such a humbling profession and it's reassuring to hear that so many doctors at all levels experience the same feelings when it comes to difficult cases.

@kevinnguyen8612 5 лет назад

And people are complaining about mandiatory OT.

@fa2589 5 лет назад

Am a med student and I just started clerkship and I have never been more exhausted than Ive ever been for my entire life 💀

@smartdoctorphysicist3095 4 года назад

Hi Jamie just go and give your self rest then you can make your video for the rest of us.

@SuccessfulChan 5 лет назад

You as a resident need to make courses or do u just work in hospital? If you have to go to courses than how many times a week?

@PersianPrincess12 5 лет назад

lol thanks for reminding me how lonely i am

@cindykchen 6 лет назад

Loving these videos--I'm currently in university right now (about to graduate!), premed, and hope to one day be like you :)

@michaelata 6 лет назад

Im heading into my first yr of college and embarking on a journey very similar to yours. I start school in 2 weeks and I’m overwhelmed with anxiety, now that you’re in ur last stretch, would you say I should be on top of my game all the time or should I just chill and lay back? Im stressing haha Anyone looking for a youtube buddy? I make videos too and it would be awesome if you could check em out!! I’m super close to 3k and it would mean alot! 💛💛

@austinthompson1961 6 лет назад

Start strong and make a schedule to keep time most useful. Don't stress, you will be fine!

@salmasyaa 5 лет назад

despite of you have full-tired-wasting energy-schedule but you can still make a vlog. what a doctor?! 😂. but im so grateful you've made this vlog. sooo beautiful, the lighting, editing words, sounds,picture, angle and also you!!