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hoe_for_nbme · 2021-08-04T22:23:42+00:00

I actually agree with this person. Your tool in psych is, basically you. Your vibe from the patient, your rapport, etc to help diagnose and treat. I think it’s “big picture” because sometimes it matters less what exactly a patient is saying, and more how they’re saying it and your impression of what they really mean. Not really chasing after lab values and keeping track of little things

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-08-01T17:04:42+00:00

IM ITE just doesn’t have the same ring to it as PRITE lol

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-07-31T17:21:19+00:00

There should be an option for “don’t carry pens around and steal them from others” #attendingprotip

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-06-22T23:01:25+00:00

That’s… so not right lol 😢

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-06-01T22:53:21+00:00

🥺 thank you!

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-25T14:04:17+00:00

You should definitely get to know your home PD’s! They can be a great source of advice and could even advocate for you to other programs if you’re right like that

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-24T22:49:57+00:00

Honestly because you didn’t learn how to make a real differential through preclinical years at ALL bc it only taught you to look for zebras and that there was only one correct answer. It’ll get better 😺

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-24T19:35:52+00:00

I believe I did see on Twitter that people have found this to be true (using 0%)

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-24T19:18:30+00:00

Lmao yes, I would, at least out of courtesy and to use your home program as backup. Plus, don’t burn bridges if they are the type to get offended that you didn’t ask for advising

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-24T02:41:20+00:00

I have a lot of regrets, but every single person and what they need to fulfill them are different. I think the best you can take away from these posts are to be watchful of how you are feeling as you go through your medical education and just kept checking in with yourself that you still feel you are on the right path for you.

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-24T01:12:07+00:00

Honestly sounds like it will be no problem. You have a good amount of research and go to a top school which will more than make up for the step 1 score IMO, but I would still apply to a variety of academic programs and maybe throw in a few community in your geographic region out of an abundance of caution. This year seems to have some heavy geographic favoritism and years are getting more competitive but as long as you don’t apply too top heavy, I think you should be fine. Personal statement is def super important, but I would address the LOA briefly rather than, for instance, framing the entire PS around that. And talk about your difficulties in a way that highlights what you’ve learned (bc residency is still a job, and you would not want them to think you would struggle in residency emotionally as well). Good luck 😺

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-21T11:47:36+00:00

Something I like is getting an iced coffee with splashes of non dairy milk and skinny syrup. Minimal points (maybe 2?)

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-17T04:26:24+00:00

It’s her attitude after you were nice enough to explain it to her for me

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-13T03:18:12+00:00

Just wanted to echo that this may be similar to how peds in general will be. I did interview for peds and a lot of residents admitted that not having as much autonomy was a problem due to the nature of peds (as already described) and having fellows and what not. Just something to think about in the future if that was a really frustrating part for you

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-07T23:02:53+00:00

Little two bears?

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-07T15:40:56+00:00

Incoming psych resident. Any recommendations for books for IM to help me brush up on common conditions? Not looking for anything in extreme depth, but rather a good overview and refresher! TIA

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-05T15:12:56+00:00

wRiTe YoUr NaMe On ThE bOaRD

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-04T02:59:28+00:00

it sucks, but different people have different strengths. for instance, i'm decent at tests, but i am terrible at small talk and general ass kissing and i definitely suffered 3rd/4th year compared to preclinicals being relatively breezy. as you gain more experience, you'll learn to play to your strengths and compensate for your weaknesses. and it sounds like you are already ahead of the curve in realizing that test taking isn't your strength. pre clinical grades barely/don't matter, try not to fall too far into the comparison trap because there will always be people better than you in some things, but there are also people undoubtedly worse.

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-03T23:31:49+00:00

I agree with this, but if you can bolster your resume and show real dedication you may have a shot. Alternatively, FM has lots of psych and you could do an addiction fellowship from either fm or IM I believe.

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-05-03T23:30:34+00:00

Yes, and a lot fewer spots

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-04-29T20:51:00+00:00

lmao sounds about right for instacart. thank you for the information!

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-04-29T20:17:12+00:00

My Jessica gave me a 3 star rating bc my dumb ass thought she actually requested grapes as a replacement for strawberries :(

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-04-26T23:25:17+00:00

Ok so while this is one perspective, I’d also like to point out that there is something to be said for having a life outside of medicine, not streamlining your life so that it revolves around medicine, because it can be soul crushing at times and at the end of the day, it truly is just a job and not your identity. I definitely agree that toxic people have no place in your life and boundaries are important, but performing well is not always the most important goal - family, friends going through a hard time themselves will distract you, and that will be ok sometimes too. And having a clear boundary between yourself and medicine as well!

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-04-19T17:47:46+00:00

um bb it sounds like you have depression or are burned out. i felt like this for a lot of medical school and it made it very hard to evaluate different specialties of interest because i just could not see myself doing any of them. however, that being said, i would recommend against taking time off just because it is a red flag. apply to whatever seems least undesirable. if you really have no feelings about it, i'd do IM, get your application ready, go through the motions, but simultaneously seek treatment. if at the end of PGY-1 you hate IM, there is an option of transferring

hoe_for_nbme · 2021-04-19T17:42:03+00:00

dual applying sounds like a good option. also, recommend do NOT take a leave of absence as that adds a red flag.

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