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The post provides valuable, relatable, and concise advice from a medical professional, tapping into a common interest in learning from experienced individuals. The numbered list format makes it easy to digest and share.
Summary
The creator shares 12 lessons learned over 12 years of medical training. These lessons emphasize humility, continuous learning, patient-centered care, and the importance of practical experience over rote memorization.
Structure
- 1Introduction of the topic: 12 lessons from medical training
- 2Lessons 1-6: Focus on humility, evidence-based practice, and patient interaction
- 3Lessons 7-10: Focus on the learning process, uncertainty, and diverse sources of knowledge
- 4Lessons 11-12: Focus on practical application and ongoing curiosity
- 5Concluding thought on continuous learning
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12 things I learned in 12 years of medical training:
1. The best doctors I've met say "I don't know" and look up the right answer with you.
2. History and physical is indeed the most important part.
3. Read the actual guideline before repeating what someone else told you.
4. Patients rarely remember your differential. They always remember how you made them feel.
5. Don't order a test unless you know what you'll do with the result.
6. If something doesn't make sense, ask. Embarrassment lasts a minute. Ignorance lasts much longer.
7. You'll spend years learning when not to intervene.
8. The more you learn, the less certain you become.
9. Some of the best teachers won't have the name "doctor" in front of them
10. Every doctor has blind spots. Every student has something to contribute.
11. Write down the pearls your attendings casually mention because that won't be in the textbooks.
12. Stay curious about every patient. The learning starts after you leave the room.