I made some adjustments going into week 2 of medical school. I tried to continue the things that worked well in week 1, and modify the things that didn’t. My goal is to create a balanced life in medical school. Here are the takeaways from week 2. What didn’t work well My routine My lectures…
Last Friday marked the end of my first week of medical school. It’s pretty surreal to say that I’m a medical student now. Here are some of the takeaways from my first week. Class schedule/structure The first week of medical school was mostly about getting familiar with the teaching schedule and structure for this term….
Last week was orientation week at my medical school. Initially, I wasn’t thrilled about attending these sessions. Afterall, I wanted to have those final days of freedom all to myself. However, I’m grateful for these sessions because they were very informative. Here are some of the medical school resources and support services that I learned…
Having both worked in the corporate world and been a student within the last couple years, I can comfortably say that being a student is amazing. I could never have imagined saying that when I was in undergrad but working has given me this (much needed) perspective. With my classes starting on Monday, here’s why…
After a few unsuccessful cycles in Canada, and a failed last-ditch attempt applying to the US last year, I finally decided to apply to a top Caribbean medical school. Here are the considerations that went into my thought process and ultimate decision to attend medical school abroad. Consideration #1: Wait time Although I could probably…
Fortunately, my medical school has given students the option to attend classes in-person or study remotely for the January 2022 term because of the ongoing pandemic. I’m attending medical school remotely this term and here’s why. Online medical school helps save on living costs It’s no secret that attending medical school in the Caribbean is…