[VLOG]: My First Week of Residency!

A bit from my first week of residency at Stanford! I got lucky and started initially with clinic, which means that my hours were not as bad. IT was a good transition into residency, and I am now in the middle of an INTENSE inpatient rotation.
I hope all of this shows you a bit more about the different types of medicine there are and the realities of residency. The goal is to increase transparency and be as forthcoming as possible about my challenges.
FAQ that individuals often have:
What is residency?
Residency or postgraduate training is specifically a stage of graduate medical education. It refers to a qualified physician (one who holds the degree of MD, DO, MBBS, MBChB), dentist (DDS or DMD) or podiatrist (DPM) who practices medicine, dentistry, or podiatry, respectively, usually in a hospital or clinic, under the direct or indirect supervision of a senior medical clinician registered in that specialty such as an attending physician or consultant.
Some general tips I've gotten from my seniors about the first month of residency:
- Try your best to make it to month 2.
- Take advantage of your opportunities.
- You succeed with support.
- Voice your concerns.
- Embrace uncertainty.
- Practice self-care.
- Grow your knowledge every day.
How many hours do residents work?
According to ACGME work hour rules, interns never work longer than 16 hours at a time, and must have a minimum of eight hours out of the hospital between scheduled shifts, and an average of one day off per week. Second years and beyond are not supposed to take call more often than Q3 (every three days) and are not supposed to work longer than 24 hours at at time with an extra four hours allotted for patient care handoffs and educational opportunities (so up to 28 hours total at a time).
What kind of physicians are Internal Medicine doctors? (via ACP)
Internal medicine physicians are specialists who apply scientific knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness.
Internists are physicians specializing in internal medicine, a discipline focused on the care of adults emphasizing use of the best medical science available in caring for patients in the context of thoughtful, meaningful doctor-patient relationships as exemplified by the life and work of Sir William Osler, the "father" of internal medicine in the United States.
At least three of their seven or more years of medical school and postgraduate training are dedicated to learning how to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect adults. This basic training qualifies them to practice internal medicine, and you may see these physicians referred to by several terms, including "internists" or "doctors of internal medicine." But don't mistake them with "interns," who are doctors in their first year of residency training. Internists are sometimes referred to as the "doctor's doctor," because they are often called upon to act as consultants to other physicians to help solve puzzling diagnostic problems.
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[@fredwerza3478]

Lots of excitement, learning and grueling hours coming your way, Dr. Juthani! KEEP GRINDING, BRUTHA. We're with you every step of the way on this big adventure!

[@squirtlesquad2477]

As a recent Berkeley grad (class of 2022!), I am really grateful to see a fellow Cal bear make it! Goooood job!!

[@tofunmiabiola9695]

Thank you for always keeeping us in the loop. You're so inspiring and definitely an amazing doctor! Really appreciate these vlogs.

[@aryandwivedi7129]

Watched you throughout the journey, best of luck and thank you for the insight!

[@aravindkannappan9416]

Hey man, you are absolutely inspirational brotha. As a rising junior premed in undergrad, I have to say your videos motivate me to keep persisting and I just love your charisma and positivity despite challenges that come your way. I have always believed that there is a light at the end of the tunnel and you are a great example for that. I am so looking forward to more of your content and excited for what the future holds for you.

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It's interesting to see your journey, thanks for keeping it post

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Dr Juthani! Tuning in from Harkness basement 😎 So excited for you in this next chapter!

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Yea Prerak! Nice content as always!

[@JasonKrastein]

Congrats and best of luck! I can't wait to be in your shoes soon! Would love to get some tips on getting into a top IM residency

[@sumeetsingh8920]

Insanely motivational, Dr. Juthani. Your channel is usually my go-to for inspiration to stay on the medicine journey. Thanks for being transparent with all of it, and good luck!

[@joeyharmon9968]

Noticed you were wearing a Geisinger T-shirt. I’m in M2 there and love your videos. Thank you for your content and best of luck!

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[@tif5929]

My sister is doing 3rd year clinical. Will she have to do residency in order to become general physician/doctor. Thank you

[@aravindkannappan9416]

Yes, at least in the US, if your sister wants to practice medicine, residency is required.