Hello gang!
Long time, no see. I've been wrapping up my ER rotation and working on my thesis, all while juggling several other projects. No worries; I head home in one week. No rotations, no studying...just me, my family, and some good home cooking!
Today marks an important day in the life of this blog. For almost 4 years it has served as my outlet. I have enjoyed very much the opportunity to use this platform to communicate the struggles and triumphs I have experienced as I abandoned my musical life and chose to take the leap that landed me into PA school. I couldn't be more happy.
I hereby announce the death of Music and Medicine. It will remain up and running so that others may benefit, and so I may visit frequently to remind myself of how far I have come. I am moving on to higher ground; I'm hoping to take some of you with me!
Introducing my newest venture: GetIntoPAPrograms.com
We've put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into this project to ensure that this site provides timely, relevant information in a refreshing manner. Check us out and spread the word!
Stacey
Monday, November 28, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Rotation 6: week 1
One word: Fantastic!
I'm enjoying the crazy world of Emergency Medicine so far. I've done and seen so much; I'll have to spend this weekend giving you all the details. Stay tuned!
The new website is almost up and running. Those of you who frequent this blog will be the first to see it. I hope it is helpful to those of you who are still chasing the PA school dream. It's been a blast putting it together.
Take care!
I'm enjoying the crazy world of Emergency Medicine so far. I've done and seen so much; I'll have to spend this weekend giving you all the details. Stay tuned!
The new website is almost up and running. Those of you who frequent this blog will be the first to see it. I hope it is helpful to those of you who are still chasing the PA school dream. It's been a blast putting it together.
Take care!
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!
Hello readers!
I am happy to announce that I am currently working on a new and improved website. My hope is that the new site will serve as a hub for prospective PA students who are looking to put together impressive applications in hopes of securing a seat in the program of their choice. I'll also continue blogging about my clinical year experiences. Only 4 more rotations to go!
I love teaching and sharing information, and that's what the new site is all about. You can expect the same quality material you've seen here, just more bells and whistles...and a few surprises that I'm really excited about.
Stay tuned!
I am happy to announce that I am currently working on a new and improved website. My hope is that the new site will serve as a hub for prospective PA students who are looking to put together impressive applications in hopes of securing a seat in the program of their choice. I'll also continue blogging about my clinical year experiences. Only 4 more rotations to go!
I love teaching and sharing information, and that's what the new site is all about. You can expect the same quality material you've seen here, just more bells and whistles...and a few surprises that I'm really excited about.
Stay tuned!
Rotation 5: week 5
Tomorrow I complete my Psychiatry rotation. It's been such a wonderful experience. The world of psychiatry can be a bit intimidating, but if you approach it with an open mind, it just might change your life.
I was given the opportunity to present Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs to didactic PA students one month ago as a guest speaker. I love to teach; in fact, I intend to teach as an adjunct professor in the future. Click here to read the blog entry I wrote about Maslow a few months ago.
I am reminded of Maslow and his hierarchy every time I interact with a patient in the Behavioral Health Unit. So many of them are homeless, penniless, and without family support. How, then, am I to expect a miraculous change in their behavior when their basic needs are not being met? How can I become upset with them when they tell me they haven't taken their medications, or haven't been to a PCP in decades? Maslow's work has really changed my life and the way I approach patients.
I'll be sad to leave this rotation, but I know that the field of psychiatry penetrates and permeates every single medical and surgical specialty. We will meet again soon.
I was given the opportunity to present Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs to didactic PA students one month ago as a guest speaker. I love to teach; in fact, I intend to teach as an adjunct professor in the future. Click here to read the blog entry I wrote about Maslow a few months ago.
I am reminded of Maslow and his hierarchy every time I interact with a patient in the Behavioral Health Unit. So many of them are homeless, penniless, and without family support. How, then, am I to expect a miraculous change in their behavior when their basic needs are not being met? How can I become upset with them when they tell me they haven't taken their medications, or haven't been to a PCP in decades? Maslow's work has really changed my life and the way I approach patients.
I'll be sad to leave this rotation, but I know that the field of psychiatry penetrates and permeates every single medical and surgical specialty. We will meet again soon.
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