David Hindin I follow a couple residents on RUclips and they sometimes do 24 hour shift vlogs where they film walking to a page or on brief breaks and explain what’s happening and what’s been going on because they can’t actually show much. I really enjoy those videos!
I was gonna say the same thing! I love Day in the Life videos especially when the doctors are on call. Seeing as much as I can of what a typical day is like as a surgeon.
I find it tragically ironic that the people whose job it is to look after a person's health and well being has to sacrifice their own personal health and well being in order to do so. This comment extends to all the doctors, nurses, health care aides, and all the amazing individuals that work in the healthcare system! Thank you so much for all your hard work!
Ugh. I agree. But as a fourth year med student, I can say med school was not fun and games entirely lol. Especially as a third year lol no one cares about you. Residents shit on you, attendings don’t even know your name lmao “Med student - want to tell us about cardiac tamponade? What’s becks triad?” Ugh. You just stand there, scrubbed in, like a bitch and take it. From everyone - even silly ass $30,000 scrub nurses. So annoying. Finally when you’re a fourth year someone at least respects you. It’s the third year med student lol. That’s it.
@@jaskarp6381 do you think this stops when you become a resident? XD there will be someone, wherever you are, who doesn't respect you or even remember your name. In the end none of that matters, because you're there to study, and observe (later maybe you're there to work) so don't let those things bother you.
Nothing but respect for doctors, surgeons, and nurses. They spent a big chunk of their life just studying and sacrificing fun. They save lives and help people and they still don’t get enough credit in society.
@@DavidHindin Doctors and nurses in my country were on strike, because they wanted a higher income. Are you as disgusted by this as I was when I first heard it?
My father was a surgeon, he would often spend 20+ hours at the hospital as you do. He would push a couple chairs together or sleep in his office on the floor. I remember one time a patient of his has chopped off both his thumbs and mangled them in a snowblower. My father cut off his ring fingers and fashioned them into new thumbs for him. I have no idea how that would be done but it’s frankly amazing to me. The guy was broke, but he gave my Dad his Harley Davidson and insisted upon doing so after numerous refusals. He would work on anyone regardless of compensation so we received a load of gifts. RIP Thomas Sumners. You were a great surgeon and an even better father
Connor. Wow. I can't tell you how moved I was reading this story. Thank you for sharing it with me, and with everyone else here. Your dad sounds like he was an absolutely incredible human being. Grateful to you for these words.
This is really impressive! I’m a pgy3 in Ohio and at the current juncture I can’t imagine having the extra energy to take and edit these logs lol. Awesome way to peel back the curtain for those not in the day-to-day. Good luck!
I really don't understand how anyone can operate with full cognition at the end of a 24 hour shift haha...maybe you could do a video on how you remain alert even after 20+ hours?
I have nothing but respect for surgeons and of course other medical staff. My father had a surgery for his brain tumor here in Sweden(Lund) I have never met more professional people than surgeons. It really takes a certain personality and intelligence. Great channel btw.
This gave me an even higher respect for surgeons like yourself and medical personnel in general. I'm an engineering student and I thought my life was hard. Thank you so much for all the work you do.
That is really kind of you to say, Jack. Thank you. It really means a lot. Engineering is incredibly hard! and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
Much respect for the intelligent & talented medical professionals in the US. 24 hour shifts? Not to mention how much you probably had to bust your asses to get good grades in school-- insane. Bunch of workaholics! Glad to have people like you in this country. Cheers!
Mad respect for surgeons and anyone in the medical field. I've always had the same high respect for doctors like this as I do for people like mechanics, electricians, machine techs, etc. All of you are the kinds of people who keep society going.
I read your first book..and admire your courage..I have been in the nursing feild for about 30 years or so. And was struck with Covid. And now had to retire early back problems. Thanks you. For your hard work and keeping people informed.
I've watched this video like a hundred times while being a pre-med. I finally got in yesterday and it feels surreal. I'm gonna be a doctor. David, these videos impact students like me to such an extent and I'm so grateful for your videos and vlogs.
So thankful for people like yourself. I recently got attacked by a dog and my thumb was bitten clean off. Thankfully surgeons like yourself rushed to the ER and reattached it lol :). Thank you for everything you do for patients!!
Thank God for surgeons. Please never lose your compassion for people like some seem to do. I'm dealing with this now while in the process of trying to get help for mesh removal....I'm in pain I can't even describe, it's possibly infected because a sinus track developed and the fluid leaking from it tested positive for staph. I have waited months for visits with surgeons who have been so cold, the last only spent 3 minutes with me after I drove 2 hours to see him although I trust he is very skilled, but when you're suffering it's devastating to think you're seeing someone who might care and instead they blatantly treat you like a number.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Erin. I can’t imagine what you must be going through right now. Hoping you get the help you deserve soon with all of this ❤️🩹
I’m excited to see where this channel goes! I’m currently doing my nursing degree in Australia. Super interested in learning what the day to day life is like for other health professionals.
Thanks for the video! Liked the little edits you threw in, nice cinematography too. I'm currently a resident in trauma right now for the first time and it's tough. I don't have much free time, but it is very interesting to decompress by watching others' experiences.
Thanks for the kind words - I'm so glad you liked it, A E N. Would love to hear your thoughts on a video I posted this morning - it's all about 24 hour shifts!
I just found your channel and I am soooo excited because I’m currently in my undergrad doing pre med on the path to become a surgeon!!! Can’t wait for the next video!
This is so fascinating! You are so fascinating. Not that I didn't realise this before, but particularly when you pointed out what you carry in your overcoat pocket, it just hit me how extremely stressful and exhausting your work shift must be, and why a presence of mind that takes.
I saw those Field Notes on etsy and ordered them for a friend. I ended up keeping one for myself. Love your compassion and description of daily surgical life. xoxoxo
I have such a respect for Doctors nurses and all medical staff especially surgeons you guys are a gift from God to this world my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer she doctored for 4 1/2 months had some procedures done had some chemo and I saw firsthand how much doctors care thank you for doing what you do
David Hindin, M.D. thank you for putting all your personal time and energy into helping others! And then for making youtube videos for us to watch. As if you don’t have enough on your plate.. your hard work does not go unnoticed 😇
Definitely no hero, but thank you so much for the kind words, Parker. Appreciate you. and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
Hey Portia, this is a great idea - consider it done! In the meantime I posted a video yesterday where I actually DO sit down with other surgeons, but we talk about our 24 hour shifts :)
Hi Dr. David, I don't why it took so long for me to find your videos but after watching this, I've been a fan. Plus the comments on this video are so so encouraging and positive. Wow. Keep up the great work doc. Wow.
May God bless you for the tremendous work you do. You're so passionate and dedicated to your job, it's heartwarming ♥. My twin sister passed away from cancer may she rest in peace and I have always admired her surgeons such a noble job. May god reward you !!
Houda, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your sister's story. Sending you my thoughts. Just posted a new video - let me know what you think!
@@DavidHindin thank you for your reply. More about my story. There was a tumor in my left forearm. After number of surgeries and treatment. I lost the use of my left hand due to the lack of blood flow. I would go through it all again because the obstacles i had to overcome it made me have so me who I am today
Hey Dr. David, I just can't emphasize enough on the work you do every day in and out, thank you so much for your service. You motivate me to be a truma surgeon
It's probably slightly more difficult coming from out of country, but if that's what your dream is then you should go for it. I'm afraid I can't be much help as to your specific odds, however.
I will always be in constant Awe how people like you do what you do. I could never stomach your line of work. You are truly amazing, and everyone else in the team
Great and informative video, Dr. Hindin! I just started my first year of medical school this past month, and I want you to know how much I appreciate RUclipsrs like you! Thanks for being so honest and informative. Most of all, thanks for the INCREDIBLE work that you do.
Thanks so much, YakScience! Your channel looks great - can't wait to see what you come up with now that you're starting med school! P.S., just posted a video about life OUTSIDE the hospital, if you're curious :)
David Hindin, M.D. thanks so much! That really means a lot. I’ll definitely have to add to my channel with all the new content we’re learning! And I’ll absolutely watch the video!
how do you make sure you're getting enough to eat and the right nutrients? How do you deal with staff or other residents that you absolutely can't stand?
Hey Christina! It takes a little bit of extra effort and care when picking meals but it's definitely doable. As far as dealing with difficult personalities, I think it's the same in surgery as everywhere else - you keep things professional and focus on the job at hand, really. and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
In college for nursing but found a love for intensive anatomy& medicine. I never thought I would like surgery but it seems so fascinating and I’m always eager to learn new things. It stinks the way surgeons are treated in today’s society regarding their mental health😞 and having to have a whole other stressful life in the hospital. Love your vlogs!
I think it would make a really informational video if you talked about what motivated you to become a surgeon,what do you need in order to achieve it(not only going to university but also physical condition,personality traits stuff like that). I think it would help younger people to get to decide if the field you work in is suitable for them as I would consider it but I'm constantly told by parents and people around me that it's too much to study and I wouldn't be able to perform on my job. Thanks!
Hey Weird Blueberry - thanks so much for the suggestion! And as far as what people are telling YOU, if you have a dream then don't let people around you talk you out of putting in the work it takes to get there.
I have ALWAYS wanted to be a doctor, I love watching all these kinds of videos! Thank you for sharing, and know that you are so appreciated by many people for all you do, and who you save ❤️
Thank you Dr. Hindin! These videos are amazing for people like myself who have such an interest in the reality of the medical world, especially in something as critical as trauma surgery. I’m so grateful for the bright minds like your own out there who are so willing to share a little glimpse of their world with the rest of us.
It's been Y E A R S since I've last commented on a RUclips video, but I just can't help adding one to this. I'm extremely happy to have found your channel -- currently close to finishing up my first year in med school, and as surgery is slowly (but surely) rising on my list of possible careers, I couldn't have found a better channel to subscribe to. Also, thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for the "Why Your Doctor Should Daydream" series. Having taken up engineering in undergrad (and feeling like med school is painfully sucking it out from me), I'm truly beyond grateful!!!
Thank you so much for these kind words, JJ - it really means a lot to me. I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying these videos. Congratulations on coming to the end of your first year in med school! Every year can have its own challenges, but it also gets better and better with each year - both in med school, and in residency. Delighted to hear that surgery is rising on the list of your career interests, too. Grateful to have you as a subscriber, JJ! Let me know if you'd ever like me to cover a particular topic or question.
Thank you, too, Dr. Hindin -- for both the vids and the encouraging words! More power to you. I guess as of right now, I'd love to learn about how and when you figured out [trauma] surgery was the right fit for you, and what steps you took to prepare for residency --- and perhaps also how you kept your own creative flame alight in school and beyond. Looking forward to all the vids in store!
I'm curious why the rotations for the chief trauma surgeon resident is 24 hour periods? What benefits does that provide to make it that long of a rotation? It just seems that risks of having a surgeon who is possibly been up for 24 hours or longer would outweigh the benefits of that long of a rotation.
Hey Kolby! I'm definitely not a fan of 24hr shifts even though I do work them. The benefits that have been shown for patients, however, are LESS mistakes in patient care than when doctors have shorter shifts - the main issue being that shorter shifts mean increased handoffs, each with a possibility of forgetting to pass along critical information.
David Hindin, M.D. Of course! I happened across this video and realized you worked at Temple. It’s very interesting to see things from your perspective. My father shouldn’t have survived after his transplant, suffering from infection and rejection that left him on the ecmo machine and in a coma for nearly a month. But thanks to the work of dr kriner, shigamora, and All of the nurses who cared for him during that time, he is free of oxygen and in the gym working out 6 days a week. I can’t say enough about how great your hospital is.
Hey Zach, great question! Those are my Dansko clogs for the operating room and hospital. Definitely not stylish, but they have great arch support for standing in place over long periods of time.
I'm trying to go for pharmacy but these kinds of vlogs are so very interesting to see. These kinds of helpful vlogs are so rare, it would be amazing if you could keep posting them!
Hi, this is the first video i've seen from u and i genuinely enjoyed it. I just got admitted to med school in my country, Romania, I'm starting in less than 2 months and I can't wait to begin. I would love to see a video about your journey from the beginning of med school to this day, covering the obstacles u had to go through and how u managed to overcome them. Keep up the good work and good luck on the never ending journey of medicine!
Hey Justin, thanks so much for the kind words. I'm so grateful to have you as a subscriber while you embark on your own medical journey. Love this idea of yours for a new video - will definitely work on doing something like this. In the meantime, make sure to check out my new video - just posted one!
Dr. Hindin; I was a DAC RN at Walter Reed in DC from 91 to 94...I never encountered a more Dedicated group of Docs...I worked on Ward 57 and all who worked on that unit was like family..The staff always made sure the Docs were fed as some we're on call for a week at a time...They were a Great group and we're greatly respected. Most of the Docs were Captains..And a few went to the Army Military medical school at Bethesda,MD. As you probably know , Walter Reed was closed and the Army combined with the Navy and transferred the name Walter Reed to Bethesda Naval. Working at Walter Reed was the best area of my career. When I was there we treated one of the Golden Knights soldiers. And a young E-4 who had a story written about him in the Readers Digest. There are many many Great Memories for me from working at Walter Reed. Anyway....Military Docs are the Best. All the Best to You!!!!
I'm gonna be a medical intern next year. I'm so scared already even though I'm just starting my 3rd year right now. I feel like I don't know enough no matter how much time I spend on studying :( your videos give me inspiration, doctor! I hope to be as organized and confident as you someday.
Hi David! This is a very inspirational video you’ve posted! My father is a cardiac surgeon in the UK and his clinical interests are thoracic aortic surgery, aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement.
It’s 3-42 am in England I have a maths GCSE exam but instead of sleeping am watching this , anyway amazing video and what subject do you need to be a doctor?
I’m flattered you watched this at 3:42 am! There are different prerequisites for Med school- typically some math courses, chemistry, biology, physics, organic chemistry, and a few others. How’d your GCSE exam go?
Thanks for sharing. I think surgeons are real life super heroes! I hate that you have to get your own coffee or drive yourself to work. We prop up sports stars and celebrities when it should be people like you we raise on our shoulders and care for!
Definitely not super heroes, but I appreciate the kind words, Carrie! Really appreciate you. and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
Hi Taha, thanks for watching. I'm based in the US. An "MS" means a Master of Science and can apply to anything from computer sciences to chemistry, etc. An "M.D." means doctorate of medicine - this means that someone has gone to med school and has become a physician. Hope that helps!
Oh I am a med student myself Thank you! I had a misunderstanding that an MD can only prescribe drugs but can't operate on patient and Does MS in medical terms means Master of surgery😅?
Great video David, i have always been curious about what someone goes through in order to get past the magnitude of such gruesome work? I applaud your mental fortitude which is required for such a job. Thanks!
Hey Dan, thanks so much for the kind words. This is such an important question and there's no really easy answer. For myself, I've found that it's a balance that lies somewhere in trying to silence the emotional parts of yourself in the midst of stressful trauma situations without losing the ability to show empathy for your patients.
Hi Dr. Hindin! Love the video, would you consider doing an interview video with a femal surgical resident and May explaining balancing family life (I.e. marriage/kids). I’m a medical school aspirant, entering a post-bacc and I’m very interested in surgery, I’d love to get some perspective from a female surgical resident! Love the videos, again!
I want to be a Cardiothoracic surgeon. I love watching real life videos to give me an idea of what it will be like. You are amazing doc! Thank you for inspiring younger viewers like me!
That sounds really awesome - you have an exciting journey ahead of you! Really happy you enjoyed this video - and grateful to have you as a new subscriber 😊
I have Neurogenic Muscle Atrophy and there seems to be no cure. A bicycle accident (hit head sideways on concrete hard), no helmet, had full stroke, damaged nerve that carries blood-oxygen to the muscles. I suspect insulation on Myelin sheath was damaged. Muscles breaking down wasting. Can't tolerate exercise, getting worse fast. 61 years old. Thanks.
Just found this video and despite being 4 years old let me say; Kudos to you. I did my residency decades ago before work hours limitations (big bad NYC hospitals) on call meant 32 hours or more easily usually with little or no sleep. Actually better not to sleep since you feel worse upon being awakened than you did before sleep. Was it overly brutal? Yes. Did we learn a lot and upon graduation be able to be thrown in the fire and survive. Yes. Actually have many fond memories, my teams, colleagues, mainly great attendings, a few A holes, many types of cases, acuity, stabilizing train wrecks. My on-call room Bialetti espresso moka pot and hotplate and great Italian coffee from NYC deli's that blossomed into a life long hobby about espresso coffee. So to all of those that stop and say OMG, a 24 hour shift" let me say "Why was the shift so quick" ???
Hello Dr. David, thanks for your videos i always watch them and imagine myself in the future, they really motivate me to move forward to achieve my dream of becoming a surgeon. I'm now 2nd year general medicine.
Here in Russia surgeons have a 24 hour shift and right after one they also have to work for 10 hours . So 34 hours at a hospital . Then they usually have 1 day off.
I just found you’re channel and I’m so grateful I did! I am a pre-med student on my first year and my ultimate goal is trauma surgery so thank you for the insight!
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David Hindin I follow a couple residents on RUclips and they sometimes do 24 hour shift vlogs where they film walking to a page or on brief breaks and explain what’s happening and what’s been going on because they can’t actually show much. I really enjoy those videos!
Love this idea, Megan - thank you!
I was gonna say the same thing! I love Day in the Life videos especially when the doctors are on call. Seeing as much as I can of what a typical day is like as a surgeon.
Show and talk about your favorite surgery books may be.
Sounds great, Charlene. Thank you so much for sharing this. Click that notifications button, because more are on the way 😊
I find it tragically ironic that the people whose job it is to look after a person's health and well being has to sacrifice their own personal health and well being in order to do so.
This comment extends to all the doctors, nurses, health care aides, and all the amazing individuals that work in the healthcare system!
Thank you so much for all your hard work!
This is so kind of you. Thank you!!
Conservatively Right explain Wym when you say that
Ugh. I agree. But as a fourth year med student, I can say med school was not fun and games entirely lol. Especially as a third year lol no one cares about you. Residents shit on you, attendings don’t even know your name lmao “Med student - want to tell us about cardiac tamponade? What’s becks triad?”
Ugh. You just stand there, scrubbed in, like a bitch and take it. From everyone - even silly ass $30,000 scrub nurses. So annoying.
Finally when you’re a fourth year someone at least respects you. It’s the third year med student lol. That’s it.
@@jaskarp6381 do you think this stops when you become a resident? XD there will be someone, wherever you are, who doesn't respect you or even remember your name. In the end none of that matters, because you're there to study, and observe (later maybe you're there to work) so don't let those things bother you.
Andy Wijaya that’s true! Well stated. Thanks man. Appreciate the comments.
Nothing but respect for doctors, surgeons, and nurses. They spent a big chunk of their life just studying and sacrificing fun. They save lives and help people and they still don’t get enough credit in society.
So kind of you, Yahya - thank you! and P.S. - just posted a new video today about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
@@DavidHindin Doctors and nurses in my country were on strike, because they wanted a higher income.
Are you as disgusted by this as I was when I first heard it?
Exactly footballers get millions for kicking a ball but a surgeon gets about 100,000 a year for saving someone's life
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My father was a surgeon, he would often spend 20+ hours at the hospital as you do. He would push a couple chairs together or sleep in his office on the floor. I remember one time a patient of his has chopped off both his thumbs and mangled them in a snowblower. My father cut off his ring fingers and fashioned them into new thumbs for him. I have no idea how that would be done but it’s frankly amazing to me. The guy was broke, but he gave my Dad his Harley Davidson and insisted upon doing so after numerous refusals. He would work on anyone regardless of compensation so we received a load of gifts. RIP Thomas Sumners. You were a great surgeon and an even better father
he sounds like a great person!
Your father has my respect. RIP
Connor Sumners rip
How selfless would you have to be to cut off your own fingers to give them to someone else, that man is a hero.
Connor. Wow. I can't tell you how moved I was reading this story. Thank you for sharing it with me, and with everyone else here. Your dad sounds like he was an absolutely incredible human being. Grateful to you for these words.
Wow. A surgeon who vlogs. Admire your commitment and time management. ✌🏻️✌🏻️✌🏻️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks, Felix! Appreciate you 😊
clearly not enough time hes got on his hands as it was not a very long video ;)
if you really need something done..ask a busy person. They are the best time managers.
This is really impressive! I’m a pgy3 in Ohio and at the current juncture I can’t imagine having the extra energy to take and edit these logs lol. Awesome way to peel back the curtain for those not in the day-to-day. Good luck!
I really don't understand how anyone can operate with full cognition at the end of a 24 hour shift haha...maybe you could do a video on how you remain alert even after 20+ hours?
It's definitely tough. And thanks for suggesting this, Zoe - I've been thinking about putting together a video on that topic!
Was thinking the same...Jheezz!!
Zoe Practice makes perfect.
How many doctors are on adderall because of their long shifts?
S LC I take it for ADHD, and when taken properly it actually helps me sleep at night. But I was thinking the same thing 😂😂😂
I have nothing but respect for surgeons and of course other medical staff. My father had a surgery for his brain tumor here in Sweden(Lund) I have never met more professional people than surgeons. It really takes a certain personality and intelligence.
Great channel btw.
So kind of you, Dario. Thank you! That really means a lot.
Not like Greys Anatomy at ALL
bork bork 😂😂
Yea not at lot of time for sex in the on call room
Lol greys anatomy brought me here
😂😂omg i was literally thinking the same thing durought the enitre video
Dang must be hard to be a surgeon on call for 24 hours !!? Look at his eyes in the video he looks exhausted...he’s a hard worker 😬
Haha thanks, James! It's definitely exhausting at times but it's rewarding too. So it feels worth it.
@@alyibrahim money and saving lives
Ali Helping people?
Hey thankyou for devoting your life to saving lives you and your team are living angels
Thank you so much, Joan. Really appreciate your kind words. Grateful to have you as a subscriber :)
Ahahah organic chem never stops haunting you
So true, Haleb! It always comes back for more, hahah.
While I never took org chem, can relate to school ruining subjects that would be otherwise fun to learn if no test score pressure.
Where you live looks so peaceful in the morning
Hey, Sabria! It totally is. And it makes up for the fact that I'm totally not a morning person, either 😊
Philadelphia, PA
This gave me an even higher respect for surgeons like yourself and medical personnel in general. I'm an engineering student and I thought my life was hard. Thank you so much for all the work you do.
That is really kind of you to say, Jack. Thank you. It really means a lot. Engineering is incredibly hard! and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
Much respect for the intelligent & talented medical professionals in the US. 24 hour shifts? Not to mention how much you probably had to bust your asses to get good grades in school-- insane. Bunch of workaholics! Glad to have people like you in this country. Cheers!
Thanks so much, Arkenholm. Your words really mean a lot. Hope you've been having a great week!
Mad respect for surgeons and anyone in the medical field. I've always had the same high respect for doctors like this as I do for people like mechanics, electricians, machine techs, etc. All of you are the kinds of people who keep society going.
So kind of you - thank you!
Damn dude, rough af.
Thanks for all your help and dedication.
Thanks a lot, Kiril - appreciate you, man!
I read your first book..and admire your courage..I have been in the nursing feild for about 30 years or so.
And was struck with Covid.
And now had to retire early back problems. Thanks you. For your hard work and keeping people informed.
LOVE this kind of video. Being a EMT it’s SO interesting to see the other side of things. Please keep these types of videos up!
That's really neat, Dyandra - nice to "meet" a fellow medical person :) And I definitely will!
I can’t even handle watching a broken bone or open wounds! I really admired and respect people who work in the medical field.
How lucky you are.. You are a doctor God bless you sir..And I am preparing for my medical entrance exam in India
I've watched this video like a hundred times while being a pre-med. I finally got in yesterday and it feels surreal. I'm gonna be a doctor.
David, these videos impact students like me to such an extent and I'm so grateful for your videos and vlogs.
More surgeon vlogs please! 🤗 great job on this one man!
Thank you so much, brother. One of these days we should seriously do a collab!
Keep Calm ...
So thankful for people like yourself. I recently got attacked by a dog and my thumb was bitten clean off. Thankfully surgeons like yourself rushed to the ER and reattached it lol :). Thank you for everything you do for patients!!
WOW. That's so scary, Kylee. I'm glad they were able to reattach it!!
Just posted a new video today - can't wait to hear what you think!
I'm very lucky that I had a wonderful team! Can't wait to watch your new video!
You’re stomach gotta be hella strong to a surgeon ... I get wheezy of RUclips videos . Good for you ! Saving lives everyday ❤️
Thanks so much, Samibear! I'm glad you liked it :) and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
Thank God for surgeons. Please never lose your compassion for people like some seem to do. I'm dealing with this now while in the process of trying to get help for mesh removal....I'm in pain I can't even describe, it's possibly infected because a sinus track developed and the fluid leaking from it tested positive for staph. I have waited months for visits with surgeons who have been so cold, the last only spent 3 minutes with me after I drove 2 hours to see him although I trust he is very skilled, but when you're suffering it's devastating to think you're seeing someone who might care and instead they blatantly treat you like a number.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Erin. I can’t imagine what you must be going through right now. Hoping you get the help you deserve soon with all of this ❤️🩹
@@DavidHindin Thank you so much for such a kind response Doctor, that honestly meant a lot to me. ❤
Seems like a nice guy, but he is also a madman, he puts his toothpaste on before he wets the brush
Haha, don't knock it till you've tried it!
Wait, you're not supposed to do it this way? My whole life has been a lie!
Shivs This guys a surgeon so he must be doing it right
myDADisTOUGH
While he knows better, wait are we allowed to do it that way? I'm am confused now.
I feel ashamed as i didn't wet my brush at all haha
I'm glad people like you exist, because i could never do the work you do. Thanks.
That's so kind of you, Manny. Thank you! and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
I’m excited to see where this channel goes! I’m currently doing my nursing degree in Australia. Super interested in learning what the day to day life is like for other health professionals.
So glad to have you "on board" for the journey, B T! Looking forward to sharing much more on here :)
Thanks for the video! Liked the little edits you threw in, nice cinematography too. I'm currently a resident in trauma right now for the first time and it's tough. I don't have much free time, but it is very interesting to decompress by watching others' experiences.
Thanks for the kind words - I'm so glad you liked it, A E N. Would love to hear your thoughts on a video I posted this morning - it's all about 24 hour shifts!
I just found your channel and I am soooo excited because I’m currently in my undergrad doing pre med on the path to become a surgeon!!! Can’t wait for the next video!
That's awesome, Megan. Really happy to hear that - and glad to have you as a new subscriber! 😊
This is so fascinating! You are so fascinating. Not that I didn't realise this before, but particularly when you pointed out what you carry in your overcoat pocket, it just hit me how extremely stressful and exhausting your work shift must be, and why a presence of mind that takes.
Wow, Ren, you are so kind. Thank you!! Grateful to have you in my community 😊
I saw those Field Notes on etsy and ordered them for a friend. I ended up keeping one for myself. Love your compassion and description of daily surgical life. xoxoxo
Hi America! They're so useful, right? And thanks so much for the kind words - more videos to come! 🤓
thank you for everything you do. you are a real hero. i have immense respect for people like you helping and saving people.
Wow. Thank you so much for these kind words, Cryptonian! I'm not a hero at all but I definitely enjoy being able to take care of our patients.
When i first saw the yellow book at 1:43 i don't know why i immediately thought it was "Surgery for dummies" LOL
Haha totally know what you mean, James. There should totally be a For Dummies series for Surgery.
I have such a respect for Doctors nurses and all medical staff especially surgeons you guys are a gift from God to this world my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer she doctored for 4 1/2 months had some procedures done had some chemo and I saw firsthand how much doctors care thank you for doing what you do
Wow. Thank you so much for sharing this with us, Hellen. Really appreciate you.
I’m a trauma nurse, so I only get to see a piece of your work... This is a refreshing video to see. You’ve got a new subby.😊
Hey bellebebe, that's so sweet of you. Glad to have you as a new subscriber! And it's really cool that you're a trauma nurse - you guys are awesome.
Thank you for all you do!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻 so grateful we have people like you in this beautiful world.
Hey Kaylee! You are so kind - thank you 😊 I appreciate you :)
David Hindin, M.D. thank you for putting all your personal time and energy into helping others! And then for making youtube videos for us to watch. As if you don’t have enough on your plate.. your hard work does not go unnoticed 😇
Awesome video! I'm from Philadelphia and my sister-in-law is a trauma nurse at Temple Hospital!
What a small world! Who’s your sister in law? I was one of the temple trauma chiefs in March/April and have another few months this coming year.
Im always so fascinated by the ‘behind the scenes’ and inner workings of a hospital and this was a joy to watch. Thank you for sharing!
You are so kind, Abby. Thank you! I just posted another - hope you like it!
Respect.
Thanks a lot, Aaron! 💪🏻
BIG RESPECT FOR THIS MAN FRFR❤️
you are a real life superhero. Thank you for dedicating your life to the preservation of someone else's.
Definitely no hero, but thank you so much for the kind words, Parker. Appreciate you. and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
I would love to see a couple surgeons sit down and talk about why they became surgeons.
Hey Portia, this is a great idea - consider it done! In the meantime I posted a video yesterday where I actually DO sit down with other surgeons, but we talk about our 24 hour shifts :)
Hi Dr. David, I don't why it took so long for me to find your videos but after watching this, I've been a fan. Plus the comments on this video are so so encouraging and positive. Wow. Keep up the great work doc. Wow.
The Life Doc thanks so much!
I got tired by just watching this.
Lol it's not that bad I promise! Just released a vid about 24 hour shifts - lmk what you think David!
May God bless you for the tremendous work you do. You're so passionate and dedicated to your job, it's heartwarming ♥. My twin sister passed away from cancer may she rest in peace and I have always admired her surgeons such a noble job. May god reward you !!
Houda, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your sister's story. Sending you my thoughts. Just posted a new video - let me know what you think!
You have the most beautiful eyes.
Haha thank you, Jania!
Cancer survivor for nearly 21years. Multiple surgeries. Thanks for all that you do
Wow - that is incredible, Rudy. So glad to hear that you have been disease free all this time! Thank you for sharing your story here.
@@DavidHindin thank you for your reply. More about my story. There was a tumor in my left forearm. After number of surgeries and treatment. I lost the use of my left hand due to the lack of blood flow. I would go through it all again because the obstacles i had to overcome it made me have so me who I am today
I wonder how many pens he’s lost inside of patients...?
Haha zero - I promise! 😂
NiftyFish im dying laughing from ur comment
Hey Dr. David, I just can't emphasize enough on the work you do every day in and out, thank you so much for your service. You motivate me to be a truma surgeon
It's probably slightly more difficult coming from out of country, but if that's what your dream is then you should go for it. I'm afraid I can't be much help as to your specific odds, however.
OMG, I honestly got the chills when you responded back, Thank you so much for your response. Means a lot !!
I will always be in constant Awe how people like you do what you do. I could never stomach your line of work. You are truly amazing, and everyone else in the team
Thank God for surgeons ❤ I could never
So kind of you, Cynthia - thank you! Just released a new video a few minutes ago. Would love to know what you think :)
Great and informative video, Dr. Hindin! I just started my first year of medical school this past month, and I want you to know how much I appreciate RUclipsrs like you! Thanks for being so honest and informative. Most of all, thanks for the INCREDIBLE work that you do.
Thanks so much, YakScience! Your channel looks great - can't wait to see what you come up with now that you're starting med school! P.S., just posted a video about life OUTSIDE the hospital, if you're curious :)
David Hindin, M.D. thanks so much! That really means a lot. I’ll definitely have to add to my channel with all the new content we’re learning! And I’ll absolutely watch the video!
how do you make sure you're getting enough to eat and the right nutrients? How do you deal with staff or other residents that you absolutely can't stand?
Hey Christina! It takes a little bit of extra effort and care when picking meals but it's definitely doable. As far as dealing with difficult personalities, I think it's the same in surgery as everywhere else - you keep things professional and focus on the job at hand, really. and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
In college for nursing but found a love for intensive anatomy& medicine. I never thought I would like surgery but it seems so fascinating and I’m always eager to learn new things.
It stinks the way surgeons are treated in today’s society regarding their mental health😞 and having to have a whole other stressful life in the hospital.
Love your vlogs!
So kind of you, Amanda - thank you!! Hope you’ve been having a great semester so far in school. Appreciate you. 😊
I can’t even describe the amount of appreciation I have for people working in the hospital. You guys are amazing.
So kind of you to say. Thank you!
Nothing but respect to you sir,and all the people who dedicate their lives to save others.
Thanks so much for the kind words. Really appreciate it.
I think it would make a really informational video if you talked about what motivated you to become a surgeon,what do you need in order to achieve it(not only going to university but also physical condition,personality traits stuff like that). I think it would help younger people to get to decide if the field you work in is suitable for them as I would consider it but I'm constantly told by parents and people around me that it's too much to study and I wouldn't be able to perform on my job. Thanks!
Hey Weird Blueberry - thanks so much for the suggestion! And as far as what people are telling YOU, if you have a dream then don't let people around you talk you out of putting in the work it takes to get there.
I have ALWAYS wanted to be a doctor, I love watching all these kinds of videos! Thank you for sharing, and know that you are so appreciated by many people for all you do, and who you save ❤️
You are so kind, Ashley. Thank you! Just released a new video - would love to know what you think. Hope you are having a wonderful wknd! 😊
God Bless you Dr for all you do.
So kind of you - thank you!
You're a real life superhero! I hope I can be as dedicated and serviceful as you. Thank you!
So kind of you, Quantum Crash - definitely not a hero but thank you!!
It would be great if you post more videos on surgical life.
Sounds great, Pragati. Will do. Thank you!
Thank you Dr. Hindin! These videos are amazing for people like myself who have such an interest in the reality of the medical world, especially in something as critical as trauma surgery. I’m so grateful for the bright minds like your own out there who are so willing to share a little glimpse of their world with the rest of us.
You are so kind, Shyan. I'm really glad that you found my channel! More videos coming soon :)
"I dont even know why we have a organic chemistry book" because it's not like you spent a couple of months studying it for the MCAT 😂
Hahah so true - but most of us haven't thought about organic chemistry for at least 10 years! 🙊
It's been Y E A R S since I've last commented on a RUclips video, but I just can't help adding one to this. I'm extremely happy to have found your channel -- currently close to finishing up my first year in med school, and as surgery is slowly (but surely) rising on my list of possible careers, I couldn't have found a better channel to subscribe to. Also, thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for the "Why Your Doctor Should Daydream" series. Having taken up engineering in undergrad (and feeling like med school is painfully sucking it out from me), I'm truly beyond grateful!!!
Thank you so much for these kind words, JJ - it really means a lot to me. I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying these videos. Congratulations on coming to the end of your first year in med school! Every year can have its own challenges, but it also gets better and better with each year - both in med school, and in residency. Delighted to hear that surgery is rising on the list of your career interests, too. Grateful to have you as a subscriber, JJ! Let me know if you'd ever like me to cover a particular topic or question.
Thank you, too, Dr. Hindin -- for both the vids and the encouraging words! More power to you. I guess as of right now, I'd love to learn about how and when you figured out [trauma] surgery was the right fit for you, and what steps you took to prepare for residency --- and perhaps also how you kept your own creative flame alight in school and beyond. Looking forward to all the vids in store!
Love your idea of keeping the creative spark alive. Will put together some ideas for a video on this!
I'm curious why the rotations for the chief trauma surgeon resident is 24 hour periods? What benefits does that provide to make it that long of a rotation? It just seems that risks of having a surgeon who is possibly been up for 24 hours or longer would outweigh the benefits of that long of a rotation.
Hey Kolby! I'm definitely not a fan of 24hr shifts even though I do work them. The benefits that have been shown for patients, however, are LESS mistakes in patient care than when doctors have shorter shifts - the main issue being that shorter shifts mean increased handoffs, each with a possibility of forgetting to pass along critical information.
My dad had a lung transplant at temple last May. It’s an amazing hospital. Thanks for your hard work!
Wow - what a small world! Thank you for sharing his story, Chas - I’m glad to hear it!
David Hindin, M.D. Of course! I happened across this video and realized you worked at Temple. It’s very interesting to see things from your perspective. My father shouldn’t have survived after his transplant, suffering from infection and rejection that left him on the ecmo machine and in a coma for nearly a month. But thanks to the work of dr kriner, shigamora, and All of the nurses who cared for him during that time, he is free of oxygen and in the gym working out 6 days a week. I can’t say enough about how great your hospital is.
What are those 0:25
Hey Zach, great question! Those are my Dansko clogs for the operating room and hospital. Definitely not stylish, but they have great arch support for standing in place over long periods of time.
Magic healing surgeon shoes. Duh.
I'm trying to go for pharmacy but these kinds of vlogs are so very interesting to see. These kinds of helpful vlogs are so rare, it would be amazing if you could keep posting them!
I'm so glad you liked it, iloccorB! I actually just released a new one a few mins ago - let me know what you think!
He seems like a cool surgeon!
Hey Olivia, thank you!
Hi, this is the first video i've seen from u and i genuinely enjoyed it. I just got admitted to med school in my country, Romania, I'm starting in less than 2 months and I can't wait to begin. I would love to see a video about your journey from the beginning of med school to this day, covering the obstacles u had to go through and how u managed to overcome them. Keep up the good work and good luck on the never ending journey of medicine!
Hey Justin, thanks so much for the kind words. I'm so grateful to have you as a subscriber while you embark on your own medical journey. Love this idea of yours for a new video - will definitely work on doing something like this. In the meantime, make sure to check out my new video - just posted one!
After a 5 hour shift lifeguarding I’m ready to go to bed😂😂🙏
I don't blame you one bit!
Dr. Hindin; I was a DAC RN at Walter Reed in DC from 91 to 94...I never encountered a more
Dedicated group of Docs...I worked on Ward 57 and all who worked on that unit was like family..The staff always made sure the Docs were fed as some we're on call for a week at a time...They were a Great group and we're greatly respected. Most of the Docs were Captains..And a few went to the Army Military medical school at Bethesda,MD.
As you probably know , Walter Reed was closed and the Army combined with the Navy and transferred the name Walter Reed to Bethesda Naval. Working at Walter Reed was the best area of my career. When I was there we treated one of the Golden Knights soldiers. And a young E-4 who had a story written about him in the Readers Digest. There are many many Great Memories for me from working at Walter Reed.
Anyway....Military Docs are the Best. All the Best to You!!!!
Do you do surgery on grapes too?
Lol no but I totally should've made a video when that was trending! 🧐
I'm gonna be a medical intern next year. I'm so scared already even though I'm just starting my 3rd year right now. I feel like I don't know enough no matter how much time I spend on studying :( your videos give me inspiration, doctor! I hope to be as organized and confident as you someday.
Great little window on your world, thank you. Subscribed.
Really honored - thanks so much. More videos coming soon!
Respect man. It takes a lot of willpower and motivation to do what you do!
Thanks so much, Matthew!
Hi David! This is a very inspirational video you’ve posted! My father is a cardiac surgeon in the UK and his clinical interests are thoracic aortic surgery, aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement.
Hey Abigail, thanks so much for the kind words. And that’s awesome about your father!
It’s 3-42 am in England I have a maths GCSE exam but instead of sleeping am watching this , anyway amazing video and what subject do you need to be a doctor?
I’m flattered you watched this at 3:42 am! There are different prerequisites for Med school- typically some math courses, chemistry, biology, physics, organic chemistry, and a few others. How’d your GCSE exam go?
Thanks for sharing. I think surgeons are real life super heroes! I hate that you have to get your own coffee or drive yourself to work. We prop up sports stars and celebrities when it should be people like you we raise on our shoulders and care for!
Definitely not super heroes, but I appreciate the kind words, Carrie! Really appreciate you. and P.S. - just posted a new video yesterday about 24 hour shifts. Curious to hear what you think!
Sir, Can you help me whats does MD mean please explain it to me about the difference between MS and MD and are you from Europe?
Hi Taha, thanks for watching. I'm based in the US. An "MS" means a Master of Science and can apply to anything from computer sciences to chemistry, etc. An "M.D." means doctorate of medicine - this means that someone has gone to med school and has become a physician. Hope that helps!
Oh I am a med student myself Thank you! I had a misunderstanding that an MD can only prescribe drugs but can't operate on patient and Does MS in medical terms means Master of surgery😅?
I really admire surgeons,nurses,doctors and anyone who works in the medical field really
I love watching your videos. Respect 🙏🏻👨⚕️
That's so kind of you, Monica. Thank you - I appreciate you! Working on a really special video for tmw :)
Great video David, i have always been curious about what someone goes through in order to get past the magnitude of such gruesome work? I applaud your mental fortitude which is required for such a job. Thanks!
Hey Dan, thanks so much for the kind words. This is such an important question and there's no really easy answer. For myself, I've found that it's a balance that lies somewhere in trying to silence the emotional parts of yourself in the midst of stressful trauma situations without losing the ability to show empathy for your patients.
Hi Dr. Hindin! Love the video, would you consider doing an interview video with a femal surgical resident and May explaining balancing family life (I.e. marriage/kids). I’m a medical school aspirant, entering a post-bacc and I’m very interested in surgery, I’d love to get some perspective from a female surgical resident! Love the videos, again!
Hey Aminatta, thanks for the kind words! This is a wonderful idea - will do some brainstorming on it.
Thank you for all your hard work.
So kind of you Lego Man. Thank YOU! :)
Listen to cipher system. Its good
I definitely will - thanks for the suggestion, MushMe!
I'm wishing you lots of success and happiness in your job.Good luck!
thank you Hasif, so kind of you!
More like this one would be awesome, I would love to see what your job is like.
Thank you!
Sounds great - thanks, Sarah!
I want to be a Cardiothoracic surgeon. I love watching real life videos to give me an idea of what it will be like. You are amazing doc! Thank you for inspiring younger viewers like me!
That sounds really awesome - you have an exciting journey ahead of you! Really happy you enjoyed this video - and grateful to have you as a new subscriber 😊
We should collab, Dr. Hindin! (:Maybe after my step?
Hey Rashid, thanks for reaching out. Shoot me a DM over on instagram (thesurgeonlife) and we can chat!
I FOLLOW YOU ON SNAP!!
dude what the fack
poo in loo
I have Neurogenic Muscle Atrophy and there seems to be no cure. A bicycle accident (hit head sideways on concrete hard), no helmet, had full stroke, damaged nerve that carries blood-oxygen to the muscles. I suspect insulation on Myelin sheath was damaged. Muscles breaking down wasting. Can't tolerate exercise, getting worse fast. 61 years old. Thanks.
I have so much respect for the people in this field. I would never be able to do this job. wow
Editing work is phenomenal
Thank you so much, meatee teete - I really appreciate it! I really put a ton of time into my edits, so it means a lot that you enjoyed it :)
Just found this video and despite being 4 years old let me say; Kudos to you. I did my residency decades ago before work hours limitations (big bad NYC hospitals) on call meant 32 hours or more easily usually with little or no sleep. Actually better not to sleep since you feel worse upon being awakened than you did before sleep. Was it overly brutal? Yes. Did we learn a lot and upon graduation be able to be thrown in the fire and survive. Yes. Actually have many fond memories, my teams, colleagues, mainly great attendings, a few A holes, many types of cases, acuity, stabilizing train wrecks. My on-call room Bialetti espresso moka pot and hotplate and great Italian coffee from NYC deli's that blossomed into a life long hobby about espresso coffee. So to all of those that stop and say OMG, a 24 hour shift" let me say "Why was the shift so quick" ???
Best one yet!!! Love the sound
Thank you so much, MEDspiration!
Hello Dr. David, thanks for your videos i always watch them and imagine myself in the future, they really motivate me to move forward to achieve my dream of becoming a surgeon. I'm now 2nd year general medicine.
Wow - I'm so glad to hear that, Dr. Strange! I just posted another today. Hope you like it!
Here in Russia surgeons have a 24 hour shift and right after one they also have to work for 10 hours . So 34 hours at a hospital . Then they usually have 1 day off.
That sounds so tiring, Reggie. Thank you for sharing this!
David Hindin, M.D. :)
Reggie Shmeggie why extra 10hour?
ibro khan well because normally here surgeons have a 8am-6pm shift ,if they don't have a 24 hour one.
Well yeah, but Russian surgery is just a bottle of vodka and an amputation.
I just found you’re channel and I’m so grateful I did! I am a pre-med student on my first year and my ultimate goal is trauma surgery so thank you for the insight!
I'm so glad you found my channel too, Jen! Thank you! Let me know what you think of the video I posted today :)
you might just be the smartest youtuber on this website
Haha thanks, mhmoka! I seriously doubt that, but I appreciate the kind words 😊 Grateful to have you as a subscriber!
this guy could probably teach them everything they know
Thank you for all that you do for people.
Thank you so much, Holly!
Definitely do more videos like these! Very interesting
Thanks, Jacqueline! I'm so glad you liked it. I definitely will.