75 hours of being a doctor a week and you still manage to put a RUclips video up, workout, and play violin! I don’t know what tired is! Omg you’re amazing!
I'm a junior doctor in Australia, and it's fascinating to see the differences! At my hospital, first-year residents work around 40 standard hours a week (normally more than that, but it's usually paid as overtime), we work maybe 1 in 4 weekends, and we do zero night shifts. There's no such thing as a 24-hour on-call: the residents doing nights are doing it as a rotation of just night shifts for a couple months. It's only when you get to be a senior registrar on a training program that the crazy nights on call begin...
You are freaking INCREDIBLE. I absolutely admire you. I work a 32hr week... and this coming week I offered to do an extra half day.. I was dreading a 36h week until I saw this... how do you even.... how are you that driven? How do you even .... how can you fit life in.. I am truly stumped and inspired!
You're right about exercising! Even 20 minutes makes a huge difference. I think the biggest struggle is always getting away from my books to do it, but I never regret it once I've finished! P.S. I love how amazingly positive you are all the time!
Hi Aimee! well you are in exam mode so it makes sense why it's hard to get away from the books! totally agree it always feels good when you go, but it can be so hard to find that motivation at the end of the day!!
Stina Palm And you know whats worse, it’s incredibly difficult (or so I’ve heard) to become a doctor in Canadá. Apparently they only accept about 10~20% of the applicants each year. In contrast to the US which is apparently 40~50% 😭 Maybe if they just admitted more doctors, they wouldn’t have to overwork them. Also, this is really sad for me because i wanted to become a doctor in Canadá 😭😭😂
HANDS DOWN THE MOST INSPIRING RUclipsRS IVE EVER WATCHED!!! Your so inspiring, you really have motivated to push myself further into do taking on challenges. Love your videos, keep it up xx
I feel you girl, I’m a medical intern and my schedule last week was CRAZY!! I had 3 on-calls (28 hours each) in one week + regular work hours rest of the week.. A total of 100 hours last week!!! It can be draining physically and mentally sometimes but we gotta stay strong and push through. I love your channels and your positivity! Stay amazing!
I am a volunteer firefighter and going into the EMT field for my paid job. I love both jobs and the satisfaction of being there for someone weather it be their final moments or first moments. But i do love when i worked a 24 hour then get home to then get called out to a fire and then as we get back to the station get called out again for a burnt food call and have to vent the house then ive been working for like 30 hours and go home turn off everything and sleep for like 20 hours.
This is my first time commenting since discovering your channel. I am an elementary school teacher in Missouri, and have no ambitions in the medical field, but I find your videos to be fascinating! I love your positive attitude and your insights into the life of a doctor. Although I don’t work nearly 75 hours per week, teachers definitely work more than just our 40 contracted hours, and even that is tough. So to see you so positive about working so hard is very inspiring. Thanks for the work you do and for sharing it with the world on RUclips!
Also a teacher who is fascinated by these videos. Although we are in different professions with their own unique challenges. it is interesting and comforting to see as well what we have in common. The quest for work-life balance, staying positive, dealing with imposter syndrome, time management- it's universal. These videos have definitely motivated me!
So the max is 80 hrs that you're not supposed to go over, but its exceeded all the time, everywhere. Glad you showed legitimate hours. Most people unfamiliar have no idea how much work is asked of residents. Imagine if you were a surgeon! I wish more people knew how incredibly difficult it is for families of MDs going thru residency. Stay strong there is a reward!
You know the saying, “if you do what you love you’ll never work a day in your life?” You’re living that. I can just see how much you care about your profession from watching your videos. The world needs more medical professionals like you who actually care.
I love what you say at the end! A lot of people act like it’s insane the amount of hours doctors work. Yes it is definitely a lot and definitely tiring, but many people already work over the “40 hour average” work week. That shouldn’t discourage anyone from being a doctor because many already work close to those hours in other jobs anyways.
Shiobhan, thank you for sharing your brilliant career with us. You inspire many people to be not only motivated and passionate in their field, but also how to maintain positivity and balance in life. The incredibly positive outlook on your life that you display is unequivocally genuine.
I am a medical student from India doing my second year now. Your vlogs are so inspiring! I’m over here getting tired of lectures during the day and you’re over there doing 26 hour shifts, makes me realize medicine isn’t all that easy and keeps me motivated. Keep up the good work 👍🏼❤️
You are my new hero! If I need motivation at any time I will come watch one of your videos. Gosh, I seriously adore you. Your drive and positivity and intelligence is truly amazing.
How do you handle this sleep schedule? Once I worked second shift and it was hard. Everybody is right, you have a LOT of energy. I almost went with the violin, but I chose the clarinet. I got a flu shot last Thursday!! My mom doesn't believe in vaccines (she watched Vaxxed). I still believe in getting it though, I'm around a lot of people (and I volunteer for a food pantry).
Thank you so much for getting your flu shot! I'm extremely immunocompromised, and just getting a simple cold can land me in the hospital very sick, so flu season especially is a scary time of year for me! I so appreciate you thinking of others and not just focusing on your own needs. The whole anti-vaccine movement is a terrifying thing, and there is so much propaganda and lies being spread, that people without a solid background of medical training easily fall victim to believing just because their unsupported fears about vaccines (due to the false propaganda) are being "confirmed" by "medical professionals" in these "documentaries", that not only cherry-pick data they use as "proof", but also straight out lie for financial gain (as most of them have actually lost their medical license). It's truly a horrifying movement that we are already seeing the devastating effects of as these old diseases of the past, that were eradicated by vaccines, are now coming back. I commend you for not blindly following your mother, and for being able to seek the truth outside of the anti-vaccine propaganda. I truly feel for your mother. I know she means well, and is only trying to do the best she can at being proactive about her health (and yours). Sadly, she is exactly the type of person these "documentaries" are targeted towards, and without having a true medical understanding of vaccines, it's easy for someone to let fear cloud their objectiveness towards their opinion on vaccines rather than basing their opinion on solid facts and research. They hear scary sounding ingredients (that actually aren't so scary when you understand advanced chemistry, and how those ingredients are actually processed harmlessly by the body), and they hear what they think are "facts" which have no proof supporting them, and they are fear mongered into believing things that aren't true. I hope with time that your mother will see the good that vaccines do! Vaccines save lives, and it's not just your own life that is saved, you're also saving the lives around you just by being vaccinated! God bless! 💗🙏🏻💗
This is great, so interesting to see a typical week! Hope the concert is fun, it’s motivating to see you fitting in violin into your packed schedule! Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm :)
Thank you!! yeah it can definitely be a challenge to fit in time to practice, but it really helps when I can schedule a performance because then I won't put it off! It's a mental thing... somehow I can always make the time if I have a concert coming up haha
I'm am applicant for this year's residency match and you showing the real deal of what to expect during an IM residency is so exciting and motivating! Thank you so much! I have fallen in love with your channel! :D
Hi Bushra! Best of luck in the residency application process - that was only last year for me, so I REALLY remember the stress/struggle of that process! Really glad you enjoyed the video and the channel, thank you so much for reaching out!! 😊
So happy I found your channel as a student working towards med school!! Will you please do a video on handling a death while on the job? Does it make the day harder for you? Is there ever a time where you go home and still think about it? How do you manage that? Thank you for making these great videos!!!
I DO NOT UNDERSTAND!!!!!!!!! I am a high school student, like that is supposed to be a chill pill, and I am EXHAUSTED after a school day and after-school activities. That’s just 8 hours a day plus, ok like 2 hours of practicing. I NEED TO SLEEP IN ORDER TO FUNCTION! I am scared for my life right now because I want to be a doctor but I don’t know if I can physically handle it!! And you seem so energized THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE WEEK, and then there’s me dragging through Fridays and I have a predictable, consistency schedule!! Also, are cardiology residents are categorized as internal medicine residents?
I am loving your energy in videos! Are you a mcmaster student? I am also from the area studying nursing but it's nice to see what a resident does as well :)
I'm so happy I found your channel! I'm a lawyer and am specialized in medical law, so it's really interesting for me to see how doctors (aka my clients) work on a daily basis :) 75 to 80 hours is a lot though! I usually end up working about 60 hours a week and sometimes even that feels like too much. Anyways, I used to play the violin as well, unfortunately I rarely have time to play nowadays. How do you manage playing in an orchestra while working that much? I'm impressed! :) Greetings from Hamburg, Germany :)
I discovered you several months ago, and have enjoyed watching your medical evolution from beginning to where you are in life today. Thanksvfor doing what you do so well.
Wow, you are so strong, I am a 2nd year medical student and I pity myself now. Wish I could be as active as you. Btw your smile is so adorable. Thanks for the video:)
I’m from the same area you work and go to school and I only just realized you were from here! Haha I always try to figure out what hospitals you are at. great videos I’m a nurse and I really appreciate seeing what being an MD would be like. Keep it up girl
I'm so happy I found your channel, I've been binging through all of your videos ahaha. Thanks for sharing everything, it's really helpful to us as undergrad students!
Somehow while browsing RUclips I stubbled upon your Channel and was curious to watch. I have now subscribed and am excited to watch your videos. What an amazing young lady you are.
Wow! Just found your channel and I've got to say, you are amazing!! You have such a busy life with work and you still find time to go to the gym and play violin in a concert! Bravo! 👏👏👏 Makes me feel lazy as hell in comparison hahaha
I’m a pre med student but I’m terrified about the sleep schedule! I normally need at least 6 hours of sleep to study and function in school! Do you have any tips?
Alternate perspective. As a current resident, if you’re a premed student and already worried about sleep, I would tell you to go to dental school instead.
Omgsh I’m so happy i found your channel! Super inspiring to watch u work and be so positive, u have a lovely smile and are very beautiful! Very motivating
You certainly look and act like you are made for this life! Just found you and look forward to many more videos!! It's nice to have the inside scoop. lol.
Thank you for taking the time to do this video! It’s always a blast to see your videos and specially your energy and your positive attitude. I’m rotating in IM at the moment in another country and even though the residence is different, residents do pretty much the same bunch of hours a week you do, which is interesting. By the way, I hope you enjoyed playing violin in your orchestra!!
Hey Anna! ooooh awesome to hear you are on an IM rotation right now! I know it can be really tough between the hours and the amount of studying you need to do, but I think it's one of the most beneficial rotations (although I may be a TINY bit biased as an IM resident hahahah!)
Hey Siobhan! Thank you so much for replying, I truly appreciate it. It can be really tough sometimes but it's so so worth it. I have to agree, IM is just a really interesting and fascinating field. It has bits of everything, including the most common semiology a patient could present and good communication skills also needed while you're trying to figure out what the patient may have. It allows you to learn every day and keep yourself up to date. You can tell I'm really enjoying my rotation so I may be a TINY bit biased too ;)
i love your videos! i just recently submitted all of my undergrad applications and i’m still quite unsure of what i want to study. your videos give me so much motivation and just put me in such a good mood. a beautiful girl with a beautiful soul! hope your week is amazing(:
What an ongoing busy lifestyle that's very demanding. There's literally no down time in between sleeping, eating, and going back to work. May God bless you. Do you have any vacation days? If so, for how long? Do you have a social life?
I can't even fathom working 80 hours a week as a doctor. I've only been accustomed to 100-120 hours. I remember the time I had to do EOD on calls. shudders
I´m infectious disease resident in Brazil and i work something close to 100 hours a week, I can totally understand you. Unfortunately I have no time for my clarinet, gym or cooking. It can get really hard. Its fun though... Lot of science, rare cases and things to learn.
I'm so jealous, I'd love to help people heal and you have such a kind and calming spirit! If you were my doctor I'd definitely trust you! My dream is to be a psych nurse!
Hi Siobhan, I'm really considering studying medicine, but I'm not sure how I'll balance other things in my life. I was so happy to find your channel as you are, like me, really interested in music. I play the piano and partake in sports too. How do you balance these elements such as time to practice music and be a doctor?
Greeeeat video! The amount of hours that a doctor spends in the hospital kind of scares me and makes me think that a doctor is not able to have a social life... But as you said you can shape your future later as you want :)
Hey Raul! haha yeah it can seem daunting but check out the next video on outpatient hours... definitely not as challenging! Plus the is the schedule of internal medicine residency but there are lots of other specialties within medicine too, it's just about find the right fit for you!
You're awesome Siobhan. Love to see you playing your violin - I'm a professional pianist and have had an interesting career but since becoming sick in my twenties with autoimmune conditions I've secretly wanted to become a physician. Thinking of retiring from the keys and trying my chances at med school... late in life (mid thirties!) I must be crazy but will keep watching your channel for inspiration. Best wishes.
I love you vlogs. They are so Interesting and relatable. I wish I had your energy! Where did you get the black jacket you always wear? It’s so cute and fitting
hi there! new subscriber here. i’ve noticed in a few vlogs how kind you are when you respond to the nurse’s pages. i’m graduating from nursing school, any tips for RN-MD communication? love your videos and wish you the best of luck!
Hi Ianrod, great to hear from you and congratulations on graduating from nursing school! GREAT question... I think that question deserves a video! So i'm going to delay my response but I will get back to you on this ☺️
Great question and thanks ! Looking forward to that video,Siobhan. I'm a nurse in Family Medicine , with Cardiologist/Vascular surgeon and Internal Medicine on site . I think it would be great to learn RN-MD communication tips from a fresh doctor! :)
Hi , i wonder that how many inpatients are you responsible from when you're on call? Maybe you won't believe me but i am working 90-103 hours in a week as the second-year pediatric surgeon resident, we are on call for 34 hours(except friday and saturday call-they are 25 hours because the after day is weekend) and we have 10 night shifts in a month and 3 of them are at the weekend so i spend most of my time at the hospital.these days when i am about to give up to love my job, i came across with your videos and your smile and energy give me happiness and hope, thank you very much!!
Dr Selin I absolutely believe you. Sounds right for surgery for sure. I get off easy in psych, but it’s still usually around 72 hrs a week, unless it’s a 24hr weekend call week which adds 12 more hrs. If I get a golden weekend then it’s closer to 60hrs.
Hi Siobhan you're ok, MD and have time for violin l like that, l have don't have that kind of time to play with violin, wow you're good. Sounds nice, you have a nice violin, and now quite responsive. Nice. I know you can do it. Bye for now .
What type of doctor are you?!? I just started watching your videos today, and I absolutely love them! They are so educational! I would love to be a doctor!😊
Hi Jerd! Yeah that's a great idea, I'm trying to find a way to incorporate it more but I didn't know if that would change the flavour of the channel too much... i'll try it out!
75 hours of being a doctor a week and you still manage to put a RUclips video up, workout, and play violin!
I don’t know what tired is! Omg you’re amazing!
I was about to comment the same thing! And do her project too! I’m so amazed!
Ariah Joy absolutely amazing stunning
Consider also that she probably has to spend some hours studying and preparing presentations. Truly unbelievable.
flue shot is a bad idea ! the only time i had the flue was when i had the flue injection !
One of the most positive people I've seen on youtube, I definitely would want you to be my doctor. I love this.
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How are you still so energetic and bubbly after working so many hours? I couldn’t do it. Glad you found a profession you love!
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@@TheMrLappis oh stop it lol!
I'm a junior doctor in Australia, and it's fascinating to see the differences!
At my hospital, first-year residents work around 40 standard hours a week (normally more than that, but it's usually paid as overtime), we work maybe 1 in 4 weekends, and we do zero night shifts. There's no such thing as a 24-hour on-call: the residents doing nights are doing it as a rotation of just night shifts for a couple months. It's only when you get to be a senior registrar on a training program that the crazy nights on call begin...
You are freaking INCREDIBLE. I absolutely admire you. I work a 32hr week... and this coming week I offered to do an extra half day.. I was dreading a 36h week until I saw this... how do you even.... how are you that driven? How do you even .... how can you fit life in.. I am truly stumped and inspired!
I wish I could have as much energy as you have!.Nice video!!!
Thanks Elias! haha trust me I have my tired days too, but honestly you guys help to motivate me a ton!
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Loved the spongebob transitions 😂😂 looking forward to more great content!
YES glad you caught that hehe 😂
You're right about exercising! Even 20 minutes makes a huge difference. I think the biggest struggle is always getting away from my books to do it, but I never regret it once I've finished!
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I love how amazingly positive you are all the time!
Hi Aimee! well you are in exam mode so it makes sense why it's hard to get away from the books! totally agree it always feels good when you go, but it can be so hard to find that motivation at the end of the day!!
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The USA needs to pass laws limiting the hours worked per week by medical residents lol
Well I think the US has a max 80 hours per week... Canada doesn’t have any though!!
That's too bad! You're young and work sooo much!
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You Are so funny on your vlog ,,
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And you know whats worse, it’s incredibly difficult (or so I’ve heard) to become a doctor in Canadá. Apparently they only accept about 10~20% of the applicants each year. In contrast to the US which is apparently 40~50% 😭
Maybe if they just admitted more doctors, they wouldn’t have to overwork them.
Also, this is really sad for me because i wanted to become a doctor in Canadá 😭😭😂
HANDS DOWN THE MOST INSPIRING RUclipsRS IVE EVER WATCHED!!! Your so inspiring, you really have motivated to push myself further into do taking on challenges. Love your videos, keep it up xx
I feel you girl, I’m a medical intern and my schedule last week was CRAZY!! I had 3 on-calls (28 hours each) in one week + regular work hours rest of the week.. A total of 100 hours last week!!! It can be draining physically and mentally sometimes but we gotta stay strong and push through. I love your channels and your positivity! Stay amazing!
I am a volunteer firefighter and going into the EMT field for my paid job. I love both jobs and the satisfaction of being there for someone weather it be their final moments or first moments. But i do love when i worked a 24 hour then get home to then get called out to a fire and then as we get back to the station get called out again for a burnt food call and have to vent the house then ive been working for like 30 hours and go home turn off everything and sleep for like 20 hours.
i can tell you are a good doctor. You seem like a great teacher and you have a friendly and caring spirit! enjoying your vlogs!
This is my first time commenting since discovering your channel. I am an elementary school teacher in Missouri, and have no ambitions in the medical field, but I find your videos to be fascinating! I love your positive attitude and your insights into the life of a doctor. Although I don’t work nearly 75 hours per week, teachers definitely work more than just our 40 contracted hours, and even that is tough. So to see you so positive about working so hard is very inspiring. Thanks for the work you do and for sharing it with the world on RUclips!
Also a teacher who is fascinated by these videos. Although we are in different professions with their own unique challenges. it is interesting and comforting to see as well what we have in common. The quest for work-life balance, staying positive, dealing with imposter syndrome, time management- it's universal. These videos have definitely motivated me!
So the max is 80 hrs that you're not supposed to go over, but its exceeded all the time, everywhere. Glad you showed legitimate hours. Most people unfamiliar have no idea how much work is asked of residents. Imagine if you were a surgeon! I wish more people knew how incredibly difficult it is for families of MDs going thru residency. Stay strong there is a reward!
You know the saying, “if you do what you love you’ll never work a day in your life?”
You’re living that. I can just see how much you care about your profession from watching your videos. The world needs more medical professionals like you who actually care.
I love what you say at the end! A lot of people act like it’s insane the amount of hours doctors work. Yes it is definitely a lot and definitely tiring, but many people already work over the “40 hour average” work week. That shouldn’t discourage anyone from being a doctor because many already work close to those hours in other jobs anyways.
Shiobhan, thank you for sharing your brilliant career with us. You inspire many people to be not only motivated and passionate in their field, but also how to maintain positivity and balance in life. The incredibly positive outlook on your life that you display is unequivocally genuine.
I love your voice and your energy. You should do a video on what you do on your time off.
I am a medical student from India doing my second year now. Your vlogs are so inspiring! I’m over here getting tired of lectures during the day and you’re over there doing 26 hour shifts, makes me realize medicine isn’t all that easy and keeps me motivated. Keep up the good work 👍🏼❤️
You are my new hero! If I need motivation at any time I will come watch one of your videos. Gosh, I seriously adore you. Your drive and positivity and intelligence is truly amazing.
How do you handle this sleep schedule? Once I worked second shift and it was hard. Everybody is right, you have a LOT of energy. I almost went with the violin, but I chose the clarinet. I got a flu shot last Thursday!! My mom doesn't believe in vaccines (she watched Vaxxed). I still believe in getting it though, I'm around a lot of people (and I volunteer for a food pantry).
Hey Michelle - glad you hear you got the flu shot, I also believe in how important they are!!
As someone on immune suppressing treatment, thank you for getting your flu shot 💜
Thank you so much for getting your flu shot! I'm extremely immunocompromised, and just getting a simple cold can land me in the hospital very sick, so flu season especially is a scary time of year for me! I so appreciate you thinking of others and not just focusing on your own needs. The whole anti-vaccine movement is a terrifying thing, and there is so much propaganda and lies being spread, that people without a solid background of medical training easily fall victim to believing just because their unsupported fears about vaccines (due to the false propaganda) are being "confirmed" by "medical professionals" in these "documentaries", that not only cherry-pick data they use as "proof", but also straight out lie for financial gain (as most of them have actually lost their medical license). It's truly a horrifying movement that we are already seeing the devastating effects of as these old diseases of the past, that were eradicated by vaccines, are now coming back. I commend you for not blindly following your mother, and for being able to seek the truth outside of the anti-vaccine propaganda. I truly feel for your mother. I know she means well, and is only trying to do the best she can at being proactive about her health (and yours). Sadly, she is exactly the type of person these "documentaries" are targeted towards, and without having a true medical understanding of vaccines, it's easy for someone to let fear cloud their objectiveness towards their opinion on vaccines rather than basing their opinion on solid facts and research. They hear scary sounding ingredients (that actually aren't so scary when you understand advanced chemistry, and how those ingredients are actually processed harmlessly by the body), and they hear what they think are "facts" which have no proof supporting them, and they are fear mongered into believing things that aren't true. I hope with time that your mother will see the good that vaccines do! Vaccines save lives, and it's not just your own life that is saved, you're also saving the lives around you just by being vaccinated! God bless! 💗🙏🏻💗
@@BhappyD Yess same here!
You are so genuine in your videos! I love it!
Thanks Claire!
This is great, so interesting to see a typical week! Hope the concert is fun, it’s motivating to see you fitting in violin into your packed schedule! Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm :)
Thank you!! yeah it can definitely be a challenge to fit in time to practice, but it really helps when I can schedule a performance because then I won't put it off! It's a mental thing... somehow I can always make the time if I have a concert coming up haha
Every video she makes she is always smiling and it still amazes me to this day!
This is how I spend my study break,by watching your Vlog :-)
That's awesome to hear - thanks R R!!
I'm am applicant for this year's residency match and you showing the real deal of what to expect during an IM residency is so exciting and motivating! Thank you so much! I have fallen in love with your channel! :D
Bushra Akram do you need visa??
Hi Bushra! Best of luck in the residency application process - that was only last year for me, so I REALLY remember the stress/struggle of that process! Really glad you enjoyed the video and the channel, thank you so much for reaching out!! 😊
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So happy I found your channel as a student working towards med school!! Will you please do a video on handling a death while on the job? Does it make the day harder for you? Is there ever a time where you go home and still think about it? How do you manage that? Thank you for making these great videos!!!
Hi Andrea - what an insightful question.. I will absolutely make a video about this in the future. thank you for the suggestion!
I DO NOT UNDERSTAND!!!!!!!!! I am a high school student, like that is supposed to be a chill pill, and I am EXHAUSTED after a school day and after-school activities. That’s just 8 hours a day plus, ok like 2 hours of practicing. I NEED TO SLEEP IN ORDER TO FUNCTION! I am scared for my life right now because I want to be a doctor but I don’t know if I can physically handle it!! And you seem so energized THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE WEEK, and then there’s me dragging through Fridays and I have a predictable, consistency schedule!! Also, are cardiology residents are categorized as internal medicine residents?
I love your positive attitude! You are inspiring!
I am loving your energy in videos! Are you a mcmaster student? I am also from the area studying nursing but it's nice to see what a resident does as well :)
Thanks Jess! Make sure you come say hi if you see me!
Jess me too girl !
Me too! I will definitely say hi if I see you
I'm so happy I found your channel! I'm a lawyer and am specialized in medical law, so it's really interesting for me to see how doctors (aka my clients) work on a daily basis :) 75 to 80 hours is a lot though! I usually end up working about 60 hours a week and sometimes even that feels like too much.
Anyways, I used to play the violin as well, unfortunately I rarely have time to play nowadays. How do you manage playing in an orchestra while working that much? I'm impressed! :)
Greetings from Hamburg, Germany :)
I discovered you several months ago, and have enjoyed watching your medical evolution from beginning to where you are in life today. Thanksvfor doing what you do so well.
Wow, you are so strong, I am a 2nd year medical student and I pity myself now. Wish I could be as active as you.
Btw your smile is so adorable. Thanks for the video:)
you make me wanna be a doctor! So inspiring you go girl!
Hi Alexa - so glad you are enjoying the videos!!
You are so positive! Keep up the amazing work! I’m binge watching your videos and I remain impressed!
Also I play the violin as well! But you are soooooo much better than me! 😩😝
You motivate me 😊!!. You work so much you don’t have enough sleep some days and you still manage to go to the gym !
You are the BOSS lady !!!! Seriously amazing energy and prioritizing 👍👍👍
#goals #girlboss
I never saw you drinking coffee? hm...a doc without coffee? This is like an unicorn!
Mario Kirchsteiger she drinks tea and coffee
however i’ve also never seen one :)
One of the doctors I worked with at my last job didn’t drink coffee. Threw me off lol
I’m from the same area you work and go to school and I only just realized you were from here! Haha I always try to figure out what hospitals you are at. great videos I’m a nurse and I really appreciate seeing what being an MD would be like. Keep it up girl
I'm so happy I found your channel, I've been binging through all of your videos ahaha. Thanks for sharing everything, it's really helpful to us as undergrad students!
You’re such an amazing motivator beautiful on the inside and outside
Thank you for putting this amazing video! you are truly inspirational
I just started watching your videos and I love them.
Somehow while browsing RUclips I stubbled upon your Channel and was curious to watch. I have now subscribed and am excited to watch your videos. What an amazing young lady you are.
Wow. God bless doctors. Don't know how you manage this
Wow! Just found your channel and I've got to say, you are amazing!! You have such a busy life with work and you still find time to go to the gym and play violin in a concert! Bravo! 👏👏👏 Makes me feel lazy as hell in comparison hahaha
Omg! I complain working 40 hours a week and I’m so tired!!! I don’t know how you do it and workout!! Good for you ;)
Where in the world are you? Swedish full time workers do 40 hours a week.
I am addicted to your videos! Keep up the positive energy!!
Love your enthusiasm and positive vibes .. wishing you all the best !
Thanks Amr - really glad you enjoyed watching!
I’m a pre med student but I’m terrified about the sleep schedule! I normally need at least 6 hours of sleep to study and function in school! Do you have any tips?
Trust me, you'll learn to adapt and do it efficiently. The first couple of days will be pretty hellish but you'll get used to it.
Alternate perspective. As a current resident, if you’re a premed student and already worried about sleep, I would tell you to go to dental school instead.
Omgsh I’m so happy i found your channel! Super inspiring to watch u work and be so positive, u have a lovely smile and are very beautiful! Very motivating
I complain working an 8 hour shift, how the hell do you work A WHOLE DAY STRAIGHT?! Omg!!! You’re amazing 😀
You certainly look and act like you are made for this life! Just found you and look forward to many more videos!! It's nice to have the inside scoop. lol.
You truly make me appreciate doctors a lot more. Considering the long hours you work, your enthusiasm right up until clock out is fking amazing.
Thank you for taking the time to do this video! It’s always a blast to see your videos and specially your energy and your positive attitude. I’m rotating in IM at the moment in another country and even though the residence is different, residents do pretty much the same bunch of hours a week you do, which is interesting. By the way, I hope you enjoyed playing violin in your orchestra!!
Hey Anna! ooooh awesome to hear you are on an IM rotation right now! I know it can be really tough between the hours and the amount of studying you need to do, but I think it's one of the most beneficial rotations (although I may be a TINY bit biased as an IM resident hahahah!)
Hey Siobhan! Thank you so much for replying, I truly appreciate it. It can be really tough sometimes but it's so so worth it. I have to agree, IM is just a really interesting and fascinating field. It has bits of everything, including the most common semiology a patient could present and good communication skills also needed while you're trying to figure out what the patient may have. It allows you to learn every day and keep yourself up to date. You can tell I'm really enjoying my rotation so I may be a TINY bit biased too ;)
i love your videos! i just recently submitted all of my undergrad applications and i’m still quite unsure of what i want to study. your videos give me so much motivation and just put me in such a good mood. a beautiful girl with a beautiful soul! hope your week is amazing(:
What an ongoing busy lifestyle that's very demanding. There's literally no down time in between sleeping, eating, and going back to work. May God bless you. Do you have any vacation days? If so, for how long? Do you have a social life?
Literally so motivational!
wow! that's one action-packed week!! thank you for the peek into your life, your life is so fascinating :)
Thanks so much Cee Q!! haha yeah it was definitely a busy week, really glad you enjoyed the video!
I'd happily suffer a medical trauma to meet an on-call doctor as beautiful and vibrant as yourself.
Another amazing video! Thank you for taking the time to make these videos..
Thanks so much NiniDi!
I can't even fathom working 80 hours a week as a doctor. I've only been accustomed to 100-120 hours. I remember the time I had to do EOD on calls. shudders
Such a beautiful and smart Dr. !
New subscriber, you seem so sweet and down to earth. Love your videos. Keep up your awesome work you're doing great. Have a beautiful week.
I would love to know what your research project is about. You should make a whole video on it!
You’re so beautiful, intelligent, and humble. I admire you ❤️
I´m infectious disease resident in Brazil and i work something close to 100 hours a week, I can totally understand you. Unfortunately I have no time for my clarinet, gym or cooking. It can get really hard.
Its fun though... Lot of science, rare cases and things to learn.
Id love to hear you discuss your thoughts on medical marijuana and legalization in Canada, from a doctors point of view!
The William Tell Overture brought back war flashbacks from my time at Youth Symphony of the Southwest auditions!
HAHA that's too funny!! yeah it can be a common one for auditions... all that ricochet!
I'm so jealous, I'd love to help people heal and you have such a kind and calming spirit! If you were my doctor I'd definitely trust you!
My dream is to be a psych nurse!
Jasmine Meow Yes. I want to be a Psych Nurse so bad. That's my long term goal. Have you taken any steps towards your goal?
You are truly amazing!
Thank you! As always,
I love this type of video!
Hey Kyler, great to hear from you - so glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Siobhan, I'm really considering studying medicine, but I'm not sure how I'll balance other things in my life. I was so happy to find your channel as you are, like me, really interested in music. I play the piano and partake in sports too. How do you balance these elements such as time to practice music and be a doctor?
you are truly so unique and inspirational. Where you find the energy and discipline to do all that you do is truly beyond anything I could ever do.
You showed up as creator on the rise. That's awesome. You got one more sub.
Greeeeat video! The amount of hours that a doctor spends in the hospital kind of scares me and makes me think that a doctor is not able to have a social life... But as you said you can shape your future later as you want :)
Hey Raul! haha yeah it can seem daunting but check out the next video on outpatient hours... definitely not as challenging! Plus the is the schedule of internal medicine residency but there are lots of other specialties within medicine too, it's just about find the right fit for you!
The hours of an experienced doctor and when your a medical intern is very different
Subscribed. You seem really fun and hard working. I admire you!
You're awesome Siobhan. Love to see you playing your violin - I'm a professional pianist and have had an interesting career but since becoming sick in my twenties with autoimmune conditions I've secretly wanted to become a physician. Thinking of retiring from the keys and trying my chances at med school... late in life (mid thirties!) I must be crazy but will keep watching your channel for inspiration. Best wishes.
your energy is amazing!
I love you vlogs. They are so Interesting and relatable. I wish I had your energy! Where did you get the black jacket you always wear? It’s so cute and fitting
You seriously are a beast you have so much going on and you still have such good energy!
hi there! new subscriber here. i’ve noticed in a few vlogs how kind you are when you respond to the nurse’s pages. i’m graduating from nursing school, any tips for RN-MD communication? love your videos and wish you the best of luck!
Hi Ianrod, great to hear from you and congratulations on graduating from nursing school! GREAT question... I think that question deserves a video! So i'm going to delay my response but I will get back to you on this ☺️
Violin MD awesome! looking forward to it!
Great question and thanks ! Looking forward to that video,Siobhan. I'm a nurse in Family Medicine , with Cardiologist/Vascular surgeon and Internal Medicine on site . I think it would be great to learn RN-MD communication tips from a fresh doctor! :)
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I need your motivation! this amazes me
Greetings from Lebanon! Good to know there are some Lebanese restaurants out there. Fattoush is also one of my favorite salads!
I just found you today and I’ve already watched ALL of your videos! Your energy and perseverance is addicting!! I can’t wait to see more videos!
wow Tuesday and already 50 hours!!
Hi , i wonder that how many inpatients are you responsible from when you're on call?
Maybe you won't believe me but i am working 90-103 hours in a week as the second-year pediatric surgeon resident, we are on call for 34 hours(except friday and saturday call-they are 25 hours because the after day is weekend) and we have 10 night shifts in a month and 3 of them are at the weekend so i spend most of my time at the hospital.these days when i am about to give up to love my job, i came across with your videos and your smile and energy give me happiness and hope, thank you very much!!
Dr Selin I absolutely believe you. Sounds right for surgery for sure. I get off easy in psych, but it’s still usually around 72 hrs a week, unless it’s a 24hr weekend call week which adds 12 more hrs. If I get a golden weekend then it’s closer to 60hrs.
I love watching your videos they keep me motivated in my medical studies and also let me know I am not alone with the stresses. lol
Hi Siobhan you're ok, MD and have time for violin l like that, l have don't have that kind of time to play with violin, wow you're good. Sounds nice, you have a nice violin, and now quite responsive. Nice. I know you can do it. Bye for now .
Wow. I will never again complain about how hard I've worked in a week. You are a warrior. 👏👏👏
I LIVE FOR THESE TYPES OF VIDS!!
What type of doctor are you?!? I just started watching your videos today, and I absolutely love them! They are so educational! I would love to be a doctor!😊
I think that this is a really cool video! I love to relax with your videos on a lazy Saturday afternoon!
Hi David! I'm so happy to hear that, thank you very much!!
Plz include more clips of you playing violin in the future! Or an entire video of it!
Hi Jerd! Yeah that's a great idea, I'm trying to find a way to incorporate it more but I didn't know if that would change the flavour of the channel too much... i'll try it out!
can you show more of what you eat during your shifts? do you have time to make your own lunch? or is it always the hospital cafeteria? :P
I just subscribed. Your attitude and joy you have is contagious! Where are you from? You have a great voice and face :)
Ontario, Canada
This is an incredibly well done video for a vlogger of your size. Really cool idea too. Now I'm glad I checked trending.
80 hours is 2 weeks for a regular full time (Mon-Fri) worker in Sweden.
OMG enjoy your videos ❤ very interesting