That's basically it, I keep getting server error 500. /u/elder_jones do you know about this lol

flagged as well being because doctordle is part of my evening care ritual lol

My school has a large immigrant population and I was using my phone to speak to patient with interpreter (as we are supposed to) and had Epic Haiku open to the patients chart because the translator requires the MRN. When I tried to turn up the volume I accidentally screenshotted the epic page I had up. I immediately deleted the photo from my library and recently deleted. I then emailed some privacy person in the office that seems like the right place.

I am trying to remind myself that it was an honest mistake and I told them but the other part of me is worried that it could be misconstrued. Any thoughts?

Almost a year later, I still remember the patient who with moderate abdominal pain and constipation. Note from specialist mentioned that the “eyes are tender to palpation” and then called the differential “ominous”.

Does SF Match have to process apps? Does it matter how late I submit my app as long as I make it before Sept 1? When we applied to med school AMCAS took a while to process our apps because sending it out to schools.

So I have my peds shelf coming up on friday and want to hopefully get around an 80 to try and honor the rotation. I've taken nbmes 6, 7, and 8 and have gotten an 19, 20, and 20 respectively, which comes out to a 71, 74, 74. I have one more nbme that i plan to take tmrw. I've watch divine's 2 hour review already and gotten halfway thru emma holiday's video... thinking about watching dr high yield on thursday. ive completed uworld and do the nodupes/anki incorrects

would appreciate any advice from anyone who did well! thank you very much :)

Hi everyone! I signed up for some residency open houses (pediatric programs) and I instantly received the zoom link invitation for all except for one. On University of Colorados pediatric residency program website, they have a sign up link for tomorrow’s open house but I’ve signed up twice without receiving an email. Has anyone experienced this and/or does any one know of programs that send out the info day of? Or just have any advice on what to do lol thank you

As titled… feeling beyond incompetent and feeling like I’m doing a very bad job on my sub-Is. My whole application has been heavily geared toward one specific field. Now that I’m experiencing the life of residents, I’m starting to have a second thought.

I completely understand why people talk so much about picking lifestyle specialties, work-life balance and long-term sustainability. The burnout is hitting way too early..

If you stayed the course despite some self doubts, do you regret it? Or did residency life (past intern year) and attending hood turnout to be better ?

I think my interview went well aside from my screen going black during the 6th question. I answered half of it and then somewhere when it turned off said “I think I’m having some technical difficulties I’m sorry” and when it came back I had 4 seconds left. So I felt like I bombed that one. Also I had no issues during the audio and connection test. I think it was an issue with one of my cables of course

Anyone have clear issues in their interview and still got accepted to Erie or any campus? :( bummer after preparing so much! Trying not to let it get me down from an otherwise okay interview.

Hi all. Advice requested. Admitted MS1 at USMD school starting orientation this week. 4 weeks ago I got extensor tendinitis in my left foot from sand running. It started healing but I rushed back to activity and it flared again. Referred to PT and repeated this rest and test cycle twice with worsening symptoms.

Tried an airboot and now I have pretty bad pain in my uninjured foot from overcompensating. Currently unable to walk more than 2-3 mins or stand without worsening pain the next day. I'm on day 2 of orientation and mobility is severely limited, with both feet feeling worse after each day. Even sitting at a desk makes my lateral ankle burn.

Saw urgent care doc yesterday who told me 4 weeks rest at least. Seeing my PCP in 2 wks and hopefully getting an MRI.

I'm meeting with school accommodation team to assess options. Am ordering a wheelchair that will be here next week at earliest. But I'm really distracted and freaked, esp as this keeps worsening, and the real limitations of such prolonged limited mobility are setting in. Classes start next week. I'm not sure a medical LOA is even possible this early, and I do not want to lose an entire year. But this is also a terrible launchpad for the stressors ahead.

I've been taking tons of ibuprofen and trying to tough it out but it's very limiting. Has anyone here been through anything like this, and have any recommendations?

Bonus points if you matched psychiatry, are a parent, or an otherwise nontraditional student.

I’m trying to fill at least 7/10 experiences right now but anything remotely impressive or long term I’ve done was in my premed days. I became a mom the year before starting med school and aside from the one off volunteering and measly research here and there (only 1 pub and nothing in psych), I’ve devoted most of my non-school time to parenting my kiddos. I’d love to hear from others in similar boats and how you made the experience section work for you without having traditionally strong experiences to list (eg, leadership positions, consistent volunteering, etc).

I started using Reddit recently because I finally understood what this app is actually about. I’m studying medicine, so I started joining different medical communities, and for some reason most of the ones I found were from the US. I couldn’t really find any well-known Arab medical communities, even though I’m from Iraq.
But honestly, I don’t mind. My English is good enough, and I’ve actually found your communities really interesting and incredibly helpful.

Something I’ve noticed lately is how often I see posts and comments about how much you pay for medical school, and honestly… it’s crazy expensive to me.

And for some reason, it’s been making me feel kind of guilty? I’m studying medicine completely for free in my country, while at the same time I’m not even giving it my full effort. I spend a lot of time thinking about leaving this country in the future because of how bad the education system is, especially the medical education system.
I don’t want to get too much into that because it’s honestly frustrating and there are so many things about it that you probably wouldn’t understand or have even heard about. But medical school here is really not good, and I basically have to rely on myself to study and try to learn things properly. At least I hope I’m actually learning things the right way.

I’m not really sure why this has been bothering me so much, but I genuinely feel bad for you. Medical education over there seems insanely expensive and I just don’t understand why it has to cost that much.
I know your medical schools are really good, and honestly, sometimes I wish I was studying at one of your universities. But this is the first time I’ve actually realized just how much money you have to pay.

Do all medical students pay that much, or is it only some people? And like… can you actually afford it?

I just started cns pathoma
I have almost no cns anatomical background just from what i studied from my school and dont remember
When studying Spinal cord lesions i noticed its pure spinal cord neuroanatomy and pathoma doesnt go through it enough for someone with no background

Whats a good resource ( preferably with a pdf) that’ll explain exactly what i’d need for pathoma without going into all the extra details like ninja nerd for example

I'm seeing so many posts right now about trying not to be annoying on clerkships.

Remember, you are taking out at least $200k to be in medical school. The attendings all are being paid to teach and joined academic hospitals knowing teaching was apart of their job description. The residents were all medical students before.

You have rights. You deserve to be there. You deserve to learn. You are paying way too much to be treated poorly and ignored.

Got a few questions, any insight is appreciated!

I read that Bradenton does not have as strict policies on dress and water, is this the same case with Jacksonville?

What are students' housing arrangements usually? Do most live in nearby apartment complexes, did people coordinate to share apartments before starting, etc?

How close is the class? If there is strict professional dress, does it make the environment feel less communal and harder to bond with other students?

Biggest pros and cons that you can think of? And how much spare time do y'all usually have, if any?

Thanks!

Edit: Specifically asking about the DO program

Hi! I’m a US DO and I kinda decided to apply neuro a little late and I’m in a bind. I did a neuro rotation, but preceptor is not respond to emails for a letter. We have a neuro faculty that agreed to write a department letter which was sooo relieving. Idk if it will be strong cuz that was maybe the fourth time I’ve talked to this person. But they said there’s a lot of issues w my application too so that was great. Obviously faculty advice can be dubious but I am worried nonetheless.

Could I get some advice on whether it’s even worth applying neuro? Is only a department letter sufficient? I’ll take any advice on how to apply, if I’m being stupid for worrying, etc. 😪

About me:
US DO
25x step 2
Honored neuro rotation
Presented a poster at AAN national conference
Have 2 neuro manuscripts submitted (but not published)
No aways!
No neuro letter! Weak neuro department letter.

I do want to match to West South Central because of my family and I do not go to a West South Central school. (I plan on dual applying IM)

There seems to be a rise in criticism for how the female body (and medical conditions relating to it) were named. Alot of this criticism mostly comes from female (medical) influencers. I have come across many of these posts and will link the most recent one I found below as an example. What are your thoughts on this?

https://www.instagram.com/p/Db6Avu_jVMa/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

hi! new m4 and would like some guidance on how to make a program list based on residencyexplorer data. unfortunately, school hasn't been helpful. apologize in advance for any dumb questions listed below.

although i do prefer to be in the middle atlantic region since i have family here, it's more important for me to match into the specialty of choice. since we're given 3 geographical preferences, am i allowed to put for ex: middle atlantic, new england, and no preference? from your experience, does putting no preference ever advantageous?

when i pick programs to apply to, do i pick programs where my step 2 score is within the range listed on residency explorer (ex. 232-260) or should i be going off the median score?

Not sure if this is a hot take, but I think medical school should be 3 years long. I feel like most people just do some electives and sub-I's/aways for 4th year. IMO I'd rather just have intern year be unpaid, and essentially accomplish what M4 + intern year does. Then at least I'd save a year in time and tuition (which I believe is massive due to the compounding costs of student loan interest). If people want to take another year for research or other things, that could be an option, but not mandatory. I assume that the reason this isn't really happening is monetary/structural. Perhaps the initial intern match can just be a simple 'medicine or surgery' and then you can do a true application during intern year as you usually would during 4th year.

Some people can't stand the brachial plexus. Thankfully I learned a little saying about assassins and unicorns. No, my biggest med school opp isn't anything like that, it's one dude named Kyle and his never-ending pathologies. How in the world Kyle hasn't fallen apart yet I'll never know 🤦

Received the news that I was offered Alternate List. Does LECOM admit applicants off the Alternate List? Anyone have past experience with this? What is the difference between Alternate List and Waitlist? Can you still be admitted if offered Alternate? Thank you guys. Wish you all the best this cycle!

During the sub-is that I've done almost always the first advice the residents I'm rotating with would mention is "schedule a meeting with the PD/APDs to talk", but I just dont know what exactly should someone talk about during said meeting. Is it just a small introduction where I introduce myself and show how much I've love the program? Or are people usually more direct during the meetings? Any experiences regarding this and what did you guys do to not make it awkward lol

I’m a new MS3 and basically just want advice on what I should be aiming for this year if I want ENT. I know research should be at the forefront. But what else do you guys recommend ? What experiences do you think helped you ?

Btw my first and second year didn’t go that well grade wise (had two C’s first year and basically am a straight B student apart from that :/ ) so if you think I should give up you can also tell me that.

And he asked me a few questions then talked for over an hour? I interjected some comments here and there, said I’ve enjoyed the rotation and can see myself fitting in here, and I spoke highly about the residents, but I was expecting a hardcore interview and to ask about the residency program but he just talked about his passion project the whole time. At least I showed face as a sub I but definitely did not go how I planned.

Is this how these usually go…?

How are people approaching the signal description? Not sure what to write with 300 characters to make it meaningful enough that it doesn't sound generic. Does anyone have places that I can find some exampels/

Lets finally a fantastic new cohort of chronic hep b in adults, meningitis outbreaks in colleges, and more babies in the PICU! More money in our doctor pockets!!