If you’re like most new physicians just starting their careers, you’re probably feeling acutely aware that your medical training is not adequate preparation for your entry into the business side of medicine.
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One of the biggest decisions you will make as you complete your medical training is likely to be joining a medical practice. If you’re like most medical students, however, you’re probably not prepared to effectively distinguish an outstanding opportunity from a mediocre or even an undesirable one.
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The stresses and strains that inevitably accompany your life as a resident or fellow are considerable. As hectic as a typical day feels, the challenging pace can actually help prepare you for the next stages in your career advancement—but you must learn to achieve a healthy balance between your work and your life outside of work. Read more…
Every Chief Resident wants his or her year to be the best it can be. The best for the program, best for patients, best for the residents, and best for the Chief. One of the most effective ways to set the highest standards for your own program is to learn from what others have done before.
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As you don your new Chief Resident or Senior Fellow scrubs you should try to remember two things – all eyes will be upon you to set an example, and it’s your job to build and nurture a productivity culture.
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Your year as Chief Resident or Senior Fellow offers a wealth of opportunities for establishing life-long work habits and philosophies that can sustain a fruitful and successful medical career. One of the most important skills to cultivate is a commitment to a culture of accountability.
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By getting through medical school and residency, you prove that you have one important character trait: perseverance!
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Your goal as a resident is to learn as much as you can in preparation for your future professional practice. However during this time of intense study and training, you should also remember to focus on building strong and potentially lasting friendships with other members of your team.
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After several years of significant effort, you are now ready to begin your search for the perfect medical practice opportunity. Maybe you have already practiced and are looking for a change.
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“How can I handle a difficult resident in my program?” asked a newly-appointed Chief Resident at a Q&A for Chief Residents.
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