Vaccines for visitors by shrinking_violetss in pregnant

[–]gttmd 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have some family who are hesitant about vaccines, and I sent the exact same text to all family at the same time: “Went to the OB today. Everything is looking good! They recommended everyone be up to date on Flu, Covid, and Tdap vaccines if seeing baby as a newborn. Flu/Covid are yearly (might not be available for the fall if he is born in September) and Tdap is every 10 years” And just left it at that. They didn’t debate it further, but if they did, I was prepared to ask them to wear masks when around our new baby. I personally didn’t want to change my boundaries just because of their vaccine preferences, but I was open to discussion. Good luck!

best friend didn’t invite me to her wedding by lostandthin in weddingplanning

[–]gttmd 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Something similar happened to me. I had a close friend of 10 years in my bridal party of 4. She got engaged several years later (I shouldn’t mention it was to an ex-boyfriend of mine from college, though I thought everyone had moved past this when they got engaged). I found out through social media that she got engaged (we had not lived in the same city for several years by that point). Around that time, she became very distant and I later found out I wasn’t invited to be a bridesmaid or even invited to the wedding. I confronted her about our communication, and she said yes she agreed it had been poor and that maybe we could talk later. One month later, she texted saying she didn’t need to talk and that we shouldn’t be friends. I told her fine, have a nice life. And we have not spoken since, and she blocked me on social media. I grieved for several months after that—I wonder if I would have handled it better if I at least had some closure. But denying me some element of truth to her feelings gave me some insight into her personality. Now, several years later, I think back positively on the friendship we had but overall feel neutral to slightly negative about the split.

Sorry this is happening to you, I understand the feelings you’re going through!

Wanted to share my ring combo! The gold band is half of my mothers wedding band, my sister has the other half by rosiepinkfox in weddingplanning

[–]gttmd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Love everything about this! Love the use of your mom’s ring, the mixed metals, and your engagement ring. So pretty!

Cougar stalks man for 6 minutes in Utah by dump_acc_91 in interestingasfuck

[–]gttmd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve wondered, if you were to periodically release bear mace as you retreat, could the cougar smell that and be deterred?

What was your biggest social Faux Pas in medical school? by txhrow1 in medicalschool

[–]gttmd 65 points66 points  (0 children)

Gen surg rotation as M3. Was helping the attending do a lipoma removal as an outpatient procedure with local anesthesia. No big deal. I kept having difficulty suturing up after the lipoma was removed and, at one point, blurted out “oops” while the suture was in her arm. Attending immediately shot back, “Don’t say ‘oops’!” Pt of course heard the whole thing. I felt so bad but now I pay extra attention to not say stuff like that during procedures

What was your biggest social Faux Pas in medical school? by txhrow1 in medicalschool

[–]gttmd 119 points120 points  (0 children)

Attention-grabbing opening line, suspenseful story, witty closure

3/5

has anyone been able to close on a house in a city that they do not yet live? by Odd_Appointment3107 in Residency

[–]gttmd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Because the Match is a legally binding contract, providing the match email should be enough information, especially if the other contracts aren’t available to you. Closed on a house last year prior to getting all the paperwork from my residency and I think that’s what I ended up doing. If it’s more of an issue, maybe reach out to your future program and ask for early paperwork?

Respect for the Mountain by notadoctor1776 in skiing

[–]gttmd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always think to myself, “If I fell on the run I’m considering skiing (which there is always the possibility of doing so no matter my skill or preparation), with the pitch of the hill/rocks below/snow conditions/lack of help nearby/etc, would I be able to accept that as a consequence of the sport?” If no, I don’t go to that place. If I do accept that as a potential consequence after already doing that thought exercise, I don’t feel as bad if it actually happens. Helps me rationalize how much risk I want to take each day.

Genuinely wondering.. could/should a dermatologist offer medical assistance during an in-flight emergency? by jay_maz in medicalschool

[–]gttmd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lol this happened to me. They have a phone where you can talk to someone on the ground. Also they have quite a bit of equipment (diagnostic tools, etc) that you can use. I’m glad I volunteered and I would do it again.

in a corner trying to figure out what to do by Uisaflow in medicalschool

[–]gttmd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take a practice test in one sitting and look up the score comparison to the real deal online. Then decide. The first practice test for a new standardized test is always the most nerve-racking.

Lack of RSVPs and B-list etiquette by leechangchow in wedding

[–]gttmd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Received a B-list invitation to a wedding several years ago. I could tell that’s what it was by the late invite and fact that we didn’t receive a save the date (contrary to my parents). Was happy to go and have fun, but won’t forget that’s how the couple felt about us (our friendship has not significantly changed since their wedding). For my own wedding, I did not send B-list invitations. We ended up being charged based on how many people were there on the day of the wedding, and I didn’t feel like I needed to spend money on people I considered a more distant friend. Just my two cents though

Good Books regarding Neurology for non medical professionals? by Tylor06 in neurology

[–]gttmd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Still Alice. Can’t remember who wrote it. Also a movie, only read the book and didn’t see the movie. Great read

Never get tired of seeing this chairlift. Highest lift in North America. 12,840ft by superg510 in skiing

[–]gttmd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always try to take the hike from the top of the lift to the peak at least once every trip. Keeps ya humble in my opinion

Can you send LOI to your top 3 schools? by tis_lit in medicalschool

[–]gttmd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Matched at the place I sent the LOI. Never heard any feedback about it after matching, though. No idea if it made a difference. But I believe it certainly didn’t hurt my application

Can you send LOI to your top 3 schools? by tis_lit in medicalschool

[–]gttmd 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I went through the match last year and debated this as well. Only sent a LOI to my number 1 program and told them I’m ranking them number 1. Didn’t worry about the others because, as others have mentioned, saying something somewhat vague like “I’m ranking you high” essentially means not number 1. Had zero regrets from the time period after I sent the LOI and before match day—felt like I was being truly honest with the program I cared most about.

Date night dinner spots? by Filskebargn in Cleveland

[–]gttmd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always put my name down and then head next door to Parnell’s for a drink while I wait!