I’ve been using the Things 3 app as part of a “getting things done” (GTD) system designed to manage my work and personal tasks, projects, and responsibilities effectively. Developed by productivity guru David Allen, the core principles of GTD include capturing all tasks and ideas, clarifying their significance, organizing them…
It’s often difficult for medical students to understand their role on an anesthesiology elective. Compared to many core rotations, there aren’t pre-defined tasks (rounding, clinic, etc.), the workflow is much more variable, and students often have unrealistic expectations. Many days, you may not get the opportunity to do any procedures.…
Here’s a list of areas I encourage anesthesiology resident physicians to inquire about when interviewing for adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology fellowship positions. Drop me a comment below with other suggestions or questions you might have been asked!
A few weeks ago, I did a Q&A and was asked a myriad of questions regarding COVID-19, study tips, etc. However, one question, in particular, stood out to me: “What do you think are some key characteristics to being a successful person in life?” Don’t let the success of others…
I’ve come to appreciate the paradox of medicine – the more one knows, the more one realizes how much is unknown about pathophysiology and the homeostatic mechanisms that govern our physiology. Over the years, people have sought my “expert opinion” on various topics ranging from perioperative and critical care medicine…
On a busy ward or intensive care unit rotation, new physicians beginning their intern years quickly realize that staying organized and balancing large patient loads with bedside patient care, preparing for rounds, signing notes/orders, and completing tasks can be difficult.
The American College of Medical Quality (ACMQ) offers a Certification In Medical Quality (CMQ) designation which I was interested in pursuing. Anesthesiology is at the forefront of medical specialties when it comes to patient safety, a vital part of quality, and its relevance spans both my OR and ICU practices.…
Besides focusing on ways to increase income, I think it’s just as important to periodically evaluate one’s fixed monthly expenses. In general, I try to place as many expenses on my credit card as possible to earn points; however, there are others taken straight from my checking account. For example,…
The litmus test for my success has little to do with my achievements but rather those of the residents and fellows I have the privilege of training. They are why I went into academic medicine… why I wake up every day excited to teach them in the OR and ICU,…
One of the unfortunate aspects of physician training is that although we spend countless years and dollars learning how to become competent clinical decision-makers, there aren’t many lessons on financial management. As new attendings, we have “financial advisors” pitching us investment ideas and portfolio management with fees. We also have…