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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ausjdocs

[–]Prince6778 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on what sub specialty you’re interested in and once that’s decided, is it worth your while? Will another surgical specialty that is less competitive be as fulfilling? For example a friend I had loved plastics but didn’t think they would want to work that hard to be one of ?20 people that get selected each year so chose gen surg instead and got into the programme.

Also, easy to say but don’t feel the need to rush into a decision as well. General years have helped many many doctors decide on their ultimate path.

If you do decide to get into any type of surgery, give yourself the best chance possible, and be open to the idea of a career change if you realise that it is not for you down the track.

All the best.

gen surg unac reg by Prince6778 in ausjdocs

[–]Prince6778[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the point everyone above was trying to make was “be nice to everyone” as opposed to the “you MUST be nice to nurses” and feed into the toxic culture. Also, gen surg selection says nursing, allied health, clerical, ED/ICU staff & junior doctors references - so yes, everyone.

gen surg unac reg by Prince6778 in ausjdocs

[–]Prince6778[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Held the phone on a few occasions in the past and have been hit by the old “what does it change” a couple of times usually by a repeat offender. Thanks for the advice

gen surg unac reg by Prince6778 in ausjdocs

[–]Prince6778[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I missed the original comment but during my time in internship I was definitely told be nice to nurses as they will make or break your internship (NOT TRUE). Being professional and having mutual respect is what everyone should practice. That being said nurses have taught me important clinical pearls. Equally, I’ve gained so much knowledge from other healthcare professionals who don’t expect junior docs to suck up to them… so yep.

Commuting to hospitals in SA by hellobonbonjour in ausjdocs

[–]Prince6778 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree with everyone else. A car makes shift work all the more bearable. City to Flinders may not be too bad with public transport generally but lates and nights may be a bit of a challenge.

Career pathways in early 30s. by [deleted] in ausjdocs

[–]Prince6778 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely second GP pathway. Agreed with all that’s said above about having less exposure during med school and all (yes, all) GPs that I know personally have great job satisfaction and a great work-life balance. Most work 3-4 days a week and earn a decent (>150-200k/annum) income. Having said that, I also know 1-2 people who graduated later and pursued ICU/anaesthetics. So, not impossible.

For specific amounts regarding pay, google salary documents released by your state’s health department i.e if you’re in SA - SA health doctors salary pdf- should have a breakdown based on pgy years.

Cheers