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Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on July 10, 2018
As I am currently on my second week of my Mental Health placement, I have seen a range of interesting patients with suspected split personality disorders and bipolar disorder. To me, it is incredibly fascinating to think about how suboptimal mental health can result in individuals manifesting behaviour that is not characteristic of them. For […]
Posted in Placement, Revision, Studying | Tagged Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Phase 2 |
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on June 27, 2018
After nearly five weeks of being on GP placement, it is safe to say that I have seen a spectrum of patients presenting with the more common coughs and colds, but also paediatric patients presenting with widespread rashes or an unexplained tendency to bruise. As we are given the opportunity to conduct our own […]
Posted in Placement | Tagged Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Phase 2 |
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on May 30, 2018
As an international student from Singapore, London was at the top of my list of must-visit places in the UK. Finally with an appropriate holiday in the middle of 2 blocks, my best friend and I planned a four day tour of the city. My favourite memories from the trip are revisited below. 1. […]
Posted in City, Friends, Holiday, Leisure | Tagged Leicester Medical School |
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on March 31, 2018
Having just started my Junior Medicine rotation, I thought it would be interesting to reflect on some of the interesting things I encountered during my first week. I witnessed patients presenting with a myriad of different complaints – ranging from acute back pain to severe shortness of breath. It was intriguing to see how an […]
Posted in Exams, Health, Placement, Studying | Tagged Clinical skills, Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Phase 2
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on March 19, 2018
Having finished two weeks of anaesthesia, I am both mesmerised and enlightened by what anaesthesia as a specialty truly entails. I really enjoyed being attached to the anaesthetists, as they were both extremely friendly and eager to teach. I got the opportunity to assist in the insertion of laryngeal mask airways and insert a cannula […]
Posted in Exams, Placement, Revision, Studying | Tagged Clinical skills, Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Phase 2
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on March 6, 2018
I finally did my first venepuncture on a patient (albeit with considerable help from a very friendly healthcare professional)! I had always been slightly intimidated by the thought of taking blood from an actual patient (as opposed to models), but I have now realised that this is a skill that can only be perfected with […]
Posted in Health, Placement | Tagged Clinical skills, Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Phase 2
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on January 31, 2018
#1: Artwork/photographs: There is something to be said about the calming effect that art has. Sticking up posters of serene scenery or photographs with old friends can really lighten up and bring life to an otherwise dull desk. #2: Post-its: Who doesn’t love good old post-its? Post-its not only help you stay organised and […]
Posted in Exams, Leisure, Revision, Studying | Tagged Leicester Medical School, Medical Student
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on January 30, 2018
My Trauma and Orthopaedics placement has been thoroughly enjoyable (and intense occasionally). I have learnt that interpreting radiographs is a skill that is incredibly useful for all specialties, as imaging scans really do form the cornerstone of prognosis and management when a history and examination do not yield useful information. As I have witnessed […]
Posted in Exams, Placement, Studying | Tagged Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Orthopaedics, Phase 2
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on January 29, 2018
As I’m just about to start the fourth week (of five weeks) of my Trauma and Orthopaedics placement, I thought it would be interesting to create a succinct summary of everything I have learnt and enjoyed over the past three weeks. Learning how to scrub in for surgery is an important skill. As someone who […]
Posted in Exams, Placement, Revision, Studying | Tagged Leicester Medical School, Medical Student, Phase 2
Posted by Tanvi in Medicine on December 31, 2017
Personally, I found 2017 a great year (albeit a little tumultuous) as it had its fair share of both ups and downs. The year gave me the chance to actually implement my new year resolution (which was to stress less and spread positivity) and become more organized in the way I work. I realized […]
Posted in Friends, Future | Tagged Medical Student, New Year, Reflection
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