Is it okay to drop out of medical school?
There could be other healthcare, science or research opportunities to pursue. Or maybe you’re interested in something totally different like law or business. Dropping out of medical school is a big decision, but it doesn’t mean there isn’t something else worthwhile out there for you.
Is third year medical school hard?
Third year of medical school is difficult. You are constantly changing teams, meeting new people and being evaluated. Each rotation, from surgery to pediatrics, requires a different skillset, that you will have to learn on the fly. Nevertheless, there are some core skills that are required to do well in every rotation.
What is 3rd year of medical school like?
As a 3rd-year medical student, you move into a different type of learning: you learn on your feet as opposed to being in a classroom. It’s a transition into the clinical environment full time. It’s a big change, but remember that you’re not alone. You’re going to have a team of resident physicians backing you.
What is it like to be a third year medical student?
Beyond that, so much of being a third year medical student and ultimately a doctor is about being part of a team, and that is pretty hard to do if you are not around to help out. Do only as you are told. There is an untold rule of third year that you are expected to go above and beyond what is directly asked of you.
Why do some medical students put down other medical students?
As medical students, we are preparing to be residents. Residency is incredibly difficult, and trying and residents must constantly rely on their co-residents for support. For some reason, some medical students think it is appropriate to put down other medical students, even in front of their residents and attendings.
What should I not complain about as a third year student?
Do not complain about anything, to anyone, at any point. Third year grading is incredibly subjective. While many schools including my own try to use measures to standardize the grading system, inevitably a large portion of your grade is going to be based on clinical evaluations, aka how much people like you.
What should I do with my phone as a medical student?
Be on your phone for social purposes. This is a tricky one. There are so many helpful phone apps that greatly aid the third year medical student (UptoDate, MD Calc, Journal Club, etc). There were several times when I was able to anticipate and look up a pimping question just in the nick of time, giving the appearance I already knew the answer.