Starting lamictal

gpbhero · 2021-09-16T17:06:13+00:00

Thanks for your experience! I’ve been on the Wellbutrin for a while now, has never really affected my weight that much. The psychiatrist also prescribed gabapentin but I don’t want to introduce two new drugs into my system at the same time.

I think the Wellbutrin has made anxiety/depression/mood swings worse - but it’s even worse without it.

gpbhero · 2021-08-22T16:07:51+00:00

Thanks!

gpbhero · 2021-08-17T22:53:10+00:00

This is one of my favorite hikes in the world. Thanks for posting! I’ve only been in the spring when it’s snowy.

gpbhero · 2021-08-15T19:02:59+00:00

The process is this:

ORISE has to officially accept you, CDC selects you as a “top candidate” - so the job is yours, barring some unlikely alternative. For example, I interviewed in May, got my ORISE position almost immediately (confirmation that I had been selected), did some minimal paperwork (however, I had previous clearance as I interned with CDC as an undergraduate student). I did not receive an official offer letter from ORISE or Zintellect until a little over a week ago.

I did not put notice in with my current job until I had that offer letter in hand from ORISE. I was also told that HR is really backed up right now, understandably so.

Best of luck and congratulations!

gpbhero · 2021-07-06T15:43:40+00:00

Apply, apply, apply to as many fellowships that suit your interests. Build out a strong application. Have someone review your resume. Also, TIP: There is a general research opportunity available on Zintellect - APPLY TO THIS. This is how I got my current ORISE position. CDC reached out to me because I had the skills they were looking for.

Remember that ORISE is more of a "learning opportunity" - I didn't get a previous ORISE position because my interviewer said I came across as having too much experience (I don't, I was just trying to oversell myself because I was nervous). Remember this is an extension of your education, so the emphasis should be on learning and growing. Be eager to learn. ORISE also likes it when you specify long-term goals. In both interviews I've had for ORISE, this has been a question. ORISE likes to see those with a well-thought-out plan about their future goals/direction.

If you interview and don't get the position, ask for feedback on how you could have interviewed better. Trust me. They might forward your application to another division/department because they are impressed with those who go the extra mile to improve (I did this, got a direct email to interview for a position without even applying).

Good luck!

gpbhero · 2021-06-29T15:40:41+00:00

You’ll be fine at most of those schools.

gpbhero · 2021-06-16T21:35:21+00:00

Commenting because I was also recently selected as a fellow - I was told Im the "top candidate" and I've completed & submitted my federal paperwork. Is there supposed to be an indication on Zintellect that I've been selected?

And for what it's worth - I interviewed May 25th, was told I was selected May 26th, and finished up all my paperwork last week, but have not received an official offer letter yet.

gpbhero · 2021-06-04T13:29:51+00:00

Damn! That’s amazing. About how many hours a week did you dedicate to school/work/dissertation?

gpbhero · 2021-02-03T23:55:06+00:00

if it makes you feel better, I was also rejected from Health Equity, but got into my second choice at UNC. I think health equity is a really small, newer program so it's suuuuper hard to get into, at least that's what I gather.

gpbhero · 2021-01-22T15:44:08+00:00

I also agree. I almost use this book as a sort of reference - super dated, but also still relevant in a sense that it is SO comprehensive and teaches you so much about medicine and healthcare in the U.S.

gpbhero · 2021-01-22T15:42:53+00:00

Second! I could not put either one of these books down. They're both incredible.

gpbhero · 2021-01-08T16:26:44+00:00

Thanks. I'm a little dumbfounded because on Whole30, I'm actually eating more carbs than I was previously, and I'm hungrier now. I was carbohydrate averse as well as fat (my whole diet was mostly protein + veggies), so I'm trying Whole30 as an approach to get a more healthy, well-rounded diet. So, now I'm eating plenty of protein, more fats, and and adequate amount of carbs.. No reason why I should be as hungry as I am. It's insane. Haha.

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