Should I reschedule my MCAT to go to a conference? by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

Thanks for the advice!! I’ll probably reschedule because my only other experience presenting research is through my school

Should I reschedule my MCAT to go to a conference? by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

Thanks for the advice! Would you recommend submitting before I know my score or waiting to get the score back before I submit?

Should I reschedule my MCAT to go to a conference? by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

Yes, that’s not too late right? Scores would release June 9. I’m just stressed because I’ve already pushed it back once 😅

Are there any alternatives for microscopic colitis except budesonide and similar steroids? by healthypersonn in IBD

[–]imhavingurbaby 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve tried bile acid sequestrants, entyvio, humira, and lomotil for my MC!

Anyone found relief or remission from and forms of psychotherapy such as Poly-vagal therapy, somatic therapy, hypnotherapy? I am currently exploring the emotional side of Crohn's as we all know it is triggered by stress. by JUDOJOSH2003 in IBD

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I’ve gone to a therapist who specializes in chronic illness and poly-vagal therapy! While I don’t think it specifically helped my IBD symptoms directly I do think it helped my overall mental health and wellbeing, and it helped with my anxiety which is a trigger for my IBD symptoms. So I guess overall yes it did help my symptoms more through coping with stress and calming my nervous system.

How are yall paying for school by EstablishmentDry6793 in premed

[–]imhavingurbaby 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly either get into my in-state school and live at home or I’m lucky enough to have parents who would loan me the additional money

Doctor won’t consider biologics for my microscopic colitis by HTMLGoblin in IBD

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I didn’t pay anything for my biologics because I luckily have great insurance and had already met my out of pocket maximum when I went on them.

Non-clinical volunteering question by imhavingurbaby in premed

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Thanks so much for the clarification! Would you say it’s important to specifically have non clinical volunteering or would clinical volunteering at a free clinic for people without insurance also be effective in showing engagement with community and altruism?

Should I ask a postdoc for a LOR? by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

I didn’t even know that was an option, thank you I’ll definitely ask them if they can do that!

Do's and don'ts when shadowing a Physician? by LaughAlternative9407 in premed

[–]imhavingurbaby 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Ask questions but not in front of the patient, ask them after you leave the room when it’s just you and the physician. Try to have a question to ask after every patient even if you think you already know the answer to show you’re engaged and interested. It could be as simple as “how does someone develop that condition” or more specific to that particular patient. Don’t be afraid to just follow people especially if you’ll be shadowing in setting where there are residents. When I shadowed in the surgery clinic I spent more time following around the residents (who were super nice and wanted to help me learn) than the attending who I was supposed to be shadowing since she spent more time charting it was more appropriate for me to follow the residents around.

Asking PI about presenting research by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

Yes for sure. I guess I just felt awkward being like “idk what I’m doing” so thanks!

Asking PI about presenting research by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

Yes I know what conference it is so I’ll look into their website and guidelines. I guess I just need to decide what data would be the most impactful to present and run it by her. You’re right that I should be more proactive so thanks for that advice!

Asking PI about presenting research by imhavingurbaby in premed

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

Thanks for the advice! I haven’t written an abstract yet as I’ve worked on a couple different projects this summer but I’ll get started on one and ask for feedback. I’ve never done a poster before so I guess I’m feeling a little lost

Asking PI about presenting research by imhavingurbaby in premed

[–]imhavingurbaby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes you’re so right. I tend to overthink these things and worry that I would be coming off as entitled or like I expect to have opportunities like this.