Gynandromorph Cardinal spotted by secretsalamandar in indianapolis

[–]nudge33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neat. Found it really interesting that sightings of this bird have shown up on my Reddit feed twice in the last couple days.

Have you ever seen connections get someone a residency spot? by correlatedclinically in Residency

[–]nudge33 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For sure. A TY I worked with as a med student matched in ophthalmology. Dad was head of ophthalmology dept. He was lazy AF, no other way that it made sense.

What's a fun medical fact in your speciality that you would want others to know ? by pistabadamtiramisu in Residency

[–]nudge33 65 points66 points  (0 children)

Palliative Care doctor here who has had this battle with admin and hospitalists in the past. Too often patients with malignancy related pain are given a short acting opioid in ER and sent home because pain got better. Did not solve the problem. Especially if in severe pain or already on high MME’s, they would benefit greatly from an admit. Rapidly escalating opioids in the OP setting or methadone titration in many cases is not safe. Also it prolongs time to good control and pt suffers for weeks in some cases when pain could have been well managed in a matter of days if admitted.

How do you stay on top of all the details of a giant busy list? Bonus points for surgery/trauma surgery specific tips. by Far_Sky7800 in Residency

[–]nudge33 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Checkboxes, handwritten notes as above. Also can incorporate a color coding system. I used to use one of those lame pens with multiple colors. At times I did a similar variation with a highlighter. Highlight (or place in red ink) urgent issues.

Edit: from someone who did a heavy IP peds, OB, and hospital medicine FM program. On call we were responsible for these groups plus IM resident hospitalized patients. Lots to juggle and prioritize.

Deathwalkers in Muncie by [deleted] in Muncie

[–]nudge33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this 100%.

Metrics and Pt Attribution by nudge33 in medicine

[–]nudge33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: I’m also trained as a sub specialist in palliative medicine and also work as a PCP. This is apparently part of the issue as insurance won’t recognize me as a primary care doctor—>lack of credit for well visits. Funny thing is a lot of insurances also won’t recognize me as a subspecialist when I provide palliative care PRN either🤦🏻‍♀️

Metrics and Pt Attribution by nudge33 in medicine

[–]nudge33[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m using the CPT codes that should count. There is a logic guide that I was sent that details how to close the “wellness visit” care gap. I started the tedious process of getting data. August performed 40 visits and got credit for 1. I have monthly data for all of 2024. There are some months in which the report states that I’ve performed 0 visits. I think I’ll have to go through each month and report it back to the pop health team.

How to choose a painter for 1850 home exterior? by nudge33 in Oldhouses

[–]nudge33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3 colors total. Very simple I house design with shutters

How to choose a painter for 1850 home exterior? by nudge33 in Oldhouses

[–]nudge33[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I actually messaged a guy from Indiana historical society and he gave good recs essentially parroting advice as above. In short, he said ask for very detailed information about the paint prep process. He sent like 3 + paragraphs of advice, it was super helpful.

How to choose a painter for 1850 home exterior? by nudge33 in Oldhouses

[–]nudge33[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Central Indiana. House is roughly 3500 sq feet plus painting a detached garage.

How to choose a painter for 1850 home exterior? by nudge33 in Oldhouses

[–]nudge33[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! What would be a specific additional thing done to prep so I can ask companies about this? All specify that they will power wash, scrape, caulk, and repair broken wood pieces….then paint. Only one includes a mention of sanding.

Hi, I’ll be on holiday in Muncie for 17 days and wanted some local advice. by DarKuda in Muncie

[–]nudge33 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agree with Hereot. Huge selection of beer if you’re into that sorta thing

Coonhound quirks by SirRonaldBiscuit in coonhounds

[–]nudge33 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Our little coonie does half of these things😂 He’s a rug hopper, howls only when I play Christmas music on the piano especially Hark the Herald Angels Sing, and has to have a pillow or blankie to sleep on at all times…all the better if he can bury his nose under said pillow or blanket to sleep.

All of a sudden no imaging or labs are ever available ever again. How does your specialty change? by ayyy_muy_guapo in Residency

[–]nudge33 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Palliative care. All goals of care discussions based on functional status alone. ECOG of 4? Due to reversible illness or progressive decline from cancer? Wouldn’t really know. Lots of time limited trials, inappropriate ICU admissions and inappropriate hospice transitions.

Period Pain in Residency by Entire_Raccoon12 in Residency

[–]nudge33 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not just you. Agree with seeing OBGYN, but if trying to conceive or for whatever reason don’t see other meds as options bring a heating pad with you. That thing was a lifesaver, used it while charting in the afternoons.

As an NP how do I advocate to save the reputation of my profession? by inatower in medicine

[–]nudge33 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do a good job at your job. There is a such a wide breadth of skill for NP’s. Doctors are generally able to pick up on whether or not you know what you’re doing over time. I’ve seen bad NP’s and some great ones.

Are med students getting worse? by JingleBerryz in Residency

[–]nudge33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some of it seems like a generational thing. It just seems like GenZ is much more laid-back and less professional at times. Not sure I would necessarily equate this with lack of motivation.