“What specialty are you going into?” everyone asked. “You have to put your nickel down in mid-March,” I was told. Wait until the end, I suggest. Once you decide, it’s hard to go back. Find joy in learning and let yourself be present where you are. You will find your specialty. All in good time.
Keep Your Nickel, Literature by Jessie Smith, MD
Jessie Smith, MD
OB-GYN
A second year OB-GYN resident who frequently has to function at the ends of the emotional spectrum. Writing provides time to pause and process these emotions, as well as find joy and meaning amidst the chaos.
Voices from the Housestaff:
2023, "Secondary Victims"
2023, "16:23"
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