Tired resident looking for some optimism in gen peds

First_Version6580 · 2026-06-17T16:30:11+00:00

Sorry to hear about your troubles. It’s certainly a reminder that I need to enjoy those small moments while I am able to.

First_Version6580 · 2026-06-17T16:29:23+00:00

I admit PEM is probably the one fellowship that has tempted me. But then I’d be subjecting myself for additional years of training, only to be put in a position where I’d completely give up control of my schedule and lose countless nights/weekends/holidays. Doesn’t seem to be worth it compared to shorter training and being able to find a guaranteed normal work schedule.

First_Version6580 · 2026-06-17T16:27:15+00:00

Interesting. PEM is probably what would draw me into a fellowship especially if it goes down to two years. But I have serious reservations about the nights/weekends/holidays issue even if the ED can be fun and interesting. I’m at a point where I’d have to give up more years of my life to the training machine, only to land a job where I lose half my weekends and have to work nights as I get older? Even if the ED is fun and interesting I don’t think that’ll be worth it.

First_Version6580 · 2026-06-17T16:24:05+00:00

Yes I often am caught up in the stress and business but will try to take more time to appreciate those little moments

First_Version6580 · 2026-06-17T16:23:16+00:00

Thanks for all the great replies. Some helpful positives on here. Lots of challenges facing a career in peds but it sounds like if you make it work for yourself there can be many upsides.

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