MY VOYAGE IN MEDICINE DEPARTMENT
As the curtain falls on this chapter of my life, I reflect with gratitude and sentiment on the profound journey through the corridors of the medicine department.
In this blog, I express my appreciation for the lessons learned, the connections forged, and the growth experienced during my time in this transformative field.
Before I embark on the next phase of my career,
I want to express my sincere gratitude to the faculty, mentors, colleagues, and patients who have been integral to my medical journey. Their guidance, support, and shared experiences have been invaluable pillars, shaping not only my professional identity but also my personal growth.
Journey:
My first interaction in medicine department was in my 5th semester where in I was brought together with my pgs and seniors and many of my classmates in a lecture hall where we discussed cases posted in our department with wide range of topics and perspectives the multiple connections by which we could give the interlink the topics of the conversation
One such condition was my first very presentation :
https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2022/03/dermatomyositis.html
Then came my 3rd proff and final year where I entered this workshop of clinicals
The demanding nature of medical studies necessitates effective time management. Juggling lectures, clinical responsibilities, and personal life forced me to refine my organizational skills. Learning to prioritize and allocate time efficiently has become an invaluable asset both in my studies and daily life.
https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2022/10/a-67yr-old-male-with-body-pains-and.html
https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2023/01/this-is-online-e-log-book-to-discuss.html
And now comes my internship “the actual rolercoaster where The emotional toll of patient care became a profound aspect of internship. From the joy of positive outcomes to the heartache of challenging cases Balancing empathy with professional detachment became a delicate yet essential skill.
I started my journey in medicine department as an intern doctor in 1st October 2023 under unit 3
As I entered I saw this extraordinary opportunity to learn and embark my knowledge in medical skills :
In the coming 2 weeks presented this remarkable case in the clinical meet
Where there was tremendous research,preparation,collaboration and coordination done i.o.t the case.
Case: erythroderma secondary to psoriasis and associated GI tract infection
2)
Then came the season of dengue where fever charts and iv fluids were a main source of the treatment so many various types of fever charts and its interpretation made an impression of pictorial registeration
Blog: https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2023/10/this-is-online-e-log-book-to-discuss.html
PAJR group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KEFCWrHWaW62wkLND07uXI
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KzyxfAXfDw0FK83xUGgqNA
3)
The repercussions of hyperglycemia extend beyond numerical readings on a glucose meter.
Such intolerable hyperglycaemic conditions made the thinking process very curious and challenging
PAJR 1:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/LViiGn3c5fJAeZis5KtOXo
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cr0u7agg4Et7bDanilWpbb
PAJR 3
https://chat.whatsapp.com/I46Kal11Dmg5G9gsD4Voze
Lessons taken:
Other few really interesting stories in medicine department:
1)Hypocalcemia vs hypokalmic periodic acidosis
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KHDbnCURvH2AGZ7EVGnhGN
Learnt and assisted in many minor yet important tasks in the department:
The first time I put Ryle/feeding tube I was so tensed that I put it the wrong way ,but as the saying goes “failing to attempt is failing to life “ I kept trying and taking those multiple opportunities and succeeded at last .
Learnt the art of 2d echo!
Foleys catherization:
Foley's catheter plays a pivotal role in medical care, offering relief to patients facing urinary challenges
Other pajr and blogs discussion from the departmental experience:
1)https://chat.whatsapp.com/CA6fXGpbNgSAf2Pkwioo2w
2)https://chat.whatsapp.com/CA6fXGpbNgSAf2Pkwioo2w
3)https://chat.whatsapp.com/FkyBxpaDe8GBcXL5M806Rg
4)
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KFCWrLmdSOU6nzmiTiRvZx
The following are the osces conducted:
Osce 1:
https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2023/10/complaints-since-4-days-chest-pain.html
Osce 2:
https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2023/11/2.html
Workflow during internship:
https://navyathapothularollno110.blogspot.com/2023/11/1-httpsnavyathapothularollno110.html
Lessons carved from the halls of medicine department:
In essence, the life being a medical intern is a transformative period marked by a steep learning curve, increased responsibility, and the development of essential clinical skills.
While it comes with challenges, it is a crucial stepping stone in the journey toward becoming a seasoned healthcare professional
1)The Human Connection
2)courage in the Face of Challenges
3)Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
4)The Art of Balancing Act
5)Mentorship as a Guiding Light
Thank you !
Dr. Navyatha pothula
Mbbs,KIMS Nkp
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