Hello
As it is Ramadhan- A month where muslims around the world observe fasting from sunrise till sunset, so no food or water throughout the day, I thought I would blog about what it is like on placement.
I have been in Trauma Orthopaedics and Emergencies this month, scrubbing for lots of Hemi arthoplasty’s, ORIF’s, paediatric orthopaedic surgery and adult and paediatric emergency surgery which can be absolutely anything that comes through the door. So far in emergencies I have seen lots of general surgery and the odd Orthopaedic case so I look forward to seeing what comes next as it is soo varied and exciting!
Fasting whilst on placement is not too bad as you are kept busy and there is always something to do so you don’t get too hungry, but it is still important to take a little break when which I do when possible as well as making my mentor and team aware that I am fasting so I can step out if I feel unwell. Everyone is really great and understanding which makes it easier 😀
I also have long days whilst in Emergencies which are really fun! I love being in the hospital after 6pm where most staff have finished their shift as it just has a different atmosphere you don’t get during the say. As well as long days I have a few weekends rota’d in so that’s another new experience to look forward to.
I’m writing this blog whilst watching a video recipe for blackforest gateu….Can’t wait to eat tonight!
-Aliyah
Hi, I love reading your posts about your journey to become an ODP. I’m actually starting the course in September and was wondering how often you attended university in the first year.
Thank you and good luck!!
Hi!
Oh wow congrats on getting onto the course. In yr1 we attended uni for 12 weeks so it s quite placement heavy. I hope to see you around at uni
Good luck
-Aliyah
I found this blog very interesting, Thank you for your continued contributions to the ODP experience.
Thanks Amanda!
Well done Aliyah.
At least you know you can adapt as an ODP whether you are fasting or not :)!!
Ps. Blackforest gateu is the answer to everything 🙂
Keep up the fab blog x
Thanks Nyarie. I’ll try my best ?
It is so good to fast when doing a sacred task.