First Day of 3rd Year

Well to say it's been awhile since my last post is an understatement. But to my defense, I had to move countries, study for the biggest test of my life, pass the biggest test of my life, then relax for the rest of the summer. And to be honest, the last thing I wanted to do at then end of studying for so long was to write a blog about studying so much. So that leaves us here, on my first day of clinical rotations.

I am starting with Internal Medicine at Caritas Health System in Queens, NY. It is a 12 week core rotation. Today was the first day and was mostly orientation with health clearance and ID badges. Tomorrow is when the fun starts. Tomorrow I get to wear my white coat. Yes, it is a short white coat but nevertheless, it is still a white coat. What makes it even more exciting is that Allison and I get to do it together. It only makes sense that since we started med school together that we rotate together. The only thing is that she is only doing Internal Medicine and Surgery with me in Queens then she is moving to Chicago to finish her rotations there. At least we have each other to get comfortable with the intricate workings of the hospital.

I am nervous and excited at the same time. Nervous that I won't be able to integrate my book knowledge into a clinical setting. Nervous that I will get "pimped" during rounds. Excited to see diseases and symptoms come to life. Excited to be closer to graduating.

I will try to be a better blogger and let everyone that is interested know how my first week goes. Oh and by the way we LOVE the city..so nice to be back in the USA!