Two weeks ago we had "Orientation to the Clinical Years" where we endured a week of powerpoint lectures on how to use a pager, how to wash our hands, how it's important to dedicate our lives to our patients...yet retain "balance." It felt like first year orientation all over again --- a little bit exciting, a little bit scary and overwhelming, and a little bit like a waste of time. We also got to practice drawing blood and placing IV's in each other (the fun part!). The week ended with us getting our Grady ID badges and being sent off with an inspiring speech by the dean.
I walked away from orientation with the clear message that "Your life is about to change -- get ready."
Let's hope I am.
P.S. A scarily accurate portrayal of the last two years of my life spent in the classroom: video
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