How to have a life in residency
Medical students and residents become accustomed to living life in year increments. Four years for medical school, three to five years for residency, a couple years for fellowship, research, and so on. While many of us like to think we are putting our life on “pause” as we complete our medical training this just isn’t possible. Life is happening all around us every day. Many physicians look back on their training and feel like they missed a decade or more of their life — but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some tips to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Get to know the people and places around you. As the name “resident” implies, you are basically taking up residence in a hospital and the few miles surrounding it. The majority of your time will be spent there with your co-residents. Many lifelong friendships and professional connections are cultivated during these training years. Find ways to have fun together outside the hospital. Check out local community events, look for volunteer opportunities, or explore new places right in your neighborhood.
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