There’s so much stuff in this Module, that you should stop reading this blog post right now and go get started with the “Start Here” video. Then, move on to the MP3 downloads, the videos, and the handouts. More on the way too.
Most people know that the RookieDoc Membership site goes live on Monday, but this is ridiculous Some people just have no clue about the power of the internet. This announcement about the sign-up for the RookieDoc membership site has gone way too far… Check it out…
Get yourself on the priority standby list. The signup for RookieDoctor.com Exclusive Members Area will be opened up to this list a full day before everyone else.
Why should you care?… Because there are some amazing bonuses that will be first-come-first-serve. Sign-up for the standby list now…
After you sign-up for the standby list, you’ll be redirected to some of the pre-release videos (in case you haven’t seen them yet). And in the meantime, you will get an email asking you if you really want to be on the standby list. You must click the link in that email to be included.
Okay, I’m starting to get psyched. I’m teaching a couple of classes at a residency program in Maryland next week and the following week. Since I’ve already prepared material and tweaked the last class’ material, I’ve decided to make a bunch of cool videos.
As I make these videos, I’m including a ton of stuff I wish I had been told (or that I wish I had been told earlier in my internship or even 4th year of medical school). I just have to improve the audio quality and put some finishing touches on PDF downloads that go with the videos.
To get ready for the release of the videos, MP3s, and PDFs you can do two things…
Go to the RookieDoc Survey and ask me any questions you have (maybe I’ll be able to include some answers right there in the videos)
Go to Internship-Tips.com and sign up there after watching that first (choppy, somewhat-hard-to-hear) video. If you’re on that list, you’ll get early announcements about the materials as they come out (Plus Residency Startup Checklists, How to Choose a Call Room, and 23 Must Know Tips for Interns & Residents)
I posted a survey where you can ask me anything about internship and residency. I’ll answer some questions on the RookieDoc FAQs – these are occasional phone conferences for RookieDoc fans and members where I discuss a hot topic or answer questions.
I may not get to every question directly, but may be able to post important answers here, in special RookieDoc reports (PDF), on the RookieDoc Squidoo lens, or in the Audio Tips series.
Okay, I just spent almost the entire day putting some finishing touches on something that will really help you out… but indirectly.
It’s really cool, but in a way, it’s sad that I had to do it.
The fact is that because of your career path, and because of the current stage in that path, your relationships are in for a change – a shake-up. You are going to face stress from angles you never really thought of. Although it is all manageable, it is not easy. And unfortunately, our family and friends are usually the ones that bear the brunt of it.
So, I created tips and strategies for them – for your friends and family. No charge, no gimmick, no catch.
Very simple… They sign up with their name and email. Then every so often, I send them a little message – audio and written – only a few minutes long – but full of great info and ideas for maintaining your relationships (and sanity).
If you don’t have a handheld device, you should get the following: 1 general pocket reference, 1 on-call pocket reference, and 1 drug pocket reference. Avoid having too many sources. That type-A, lay all the books out on the table when your studying move doesn’t work in internship or residency. So, don’t do it. It’s way too distracting.
Money Saver Tip – If you don’t have a handheld device (Palm, Pocket PC, Blackberry, etc), you should probably wait until your stipend kicks in from your internship or residency program. (Make sure they cover it)
Until I bought my PDA, I had…
Mass General Pocket Medicine – I scrapped the Washington Manual after about a week. I like Ferri’s better. But nowadays, I’d recommend this one… The full title is Pocket Medicine: The Massachusetts General Hospital Handbook of Internal Medicine
Similar to a blog and similar to a regular website – but it is neither. I recently started a Rookie Doctor Squidoo “lens” to add to all of the stuff RookieDoctor.com already provides. If you have a Squidoo lens already, then tag me as a friend (lensmaster name RookieDoc).
To prevent this stress and burnout from taking over, this blog (rookiedoctor.com/blog) will bring you
Advice & tips
Stories & case studies
Recommended resources
Humor
…all specific to your training years.
Use the categories in the sidebar to navigate through the style you like best.
If you’re happy and love the training process 100% of the time, good for you. Then your job is to post comments that might be helpful to others. If you’re disgusted and hate your current career path 100% of the time, this blog is not for you. You need a more calculated strategy – perhaps through family, perhaps through your program director, perhaps through counseling, or just a career change – just don’t go it alone in cyberspace.
If you’re between 100% satisfied and 100% dissatisfied, welcome to rookiedoctor.com/blog. I’m developing a ton of content that will give you the pearls, the tips, and the strategies you need to succeed. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry… it’s better than Cats. And, hopefully, you’ll have a ton of Ah-Ha! moments.
Love it? Post a comment.
Hate it? Then look for another blog.
Got a question for your peers or people who have been there, done that? Post a question.
Got some constructive advice or criticism? Post a comment.
(Of course, every person, institution, and most business names have been/will be altered in my posts for their privacy – and to protect me from lawsuits Also, although you may find advice relating to finances, career, law, life, love, and the pursuit of happiness… I am not an attorney. I am not an accountant. I am not a financial planner. I am not a counselor. That being the case, you should consult a professional who is familiar with your situation before acting on anything said in this blog. These are my opinions and generalizations and they may or may not apply in specific situations. Also, I reserve the right to change my opinion. And as for medical advice… Yes, I am a doctor, but I have not examined you, asked you your history, reviewed your meds, etc. You should not take my advice regarding your health/disease, Period. You should see your own physician.)
Some people just have no clue about the power of the internet. This announcement about the sign-up for the RookieDoc membership site has gone way too far… Check it out…
– I scrapped the Washington Manual after about a week. I like Ferri’s better. But nowadays, I’d recommend this one… The full title is Pocket Medicine: The Massachusetts General Hospital Handbook of Internal Medicine
