Day in the life - Neurosurgeon on call

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a neurosurgeon on call is like? Join us for the 28 hour on-call with a neurosurgery resident in a UK major trauma centre and feel free to pop us any questions in the comments section!
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[@Brainbook]

These on-call shifts really get the juices going. What's the longest period you've ever stayed awake?

[@theholysynopsis5100]

3 in the morning at most. But that was when I was very young. What would you consider other then coffee when looking for ways to stay awake?

[@neda646]

48hrs. I was hallucinating at that point.

[@penetrarthur]

Programming. Had two 34 working hour days in my life. After 20 hours you have to write down what you have done and what you plan to do next, because short term memory is basically absent at that point.

[@Brainbook]

@@penetrarthur absolutely. Lists are super important!

[@FlyingPigMD]

36 hours on an ambulance. Like the other comments state, after 20 hours your short term memory does begin to falter. Around hour 32 things get odd. I just found your channel and my goal is become a neurosurgeon in the states. I look forward to your wisdom. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@mariko01]

Doctors: Sleep is so important you should be getting 7+ hours a day Also doctors: 24 hour shifts

[@lunax2143]

@Dasse some do 30+ hrs 😔

[@rosiesharpley9011]

Dear oh dear..Nothing much has changed since the late 1960s/early 70s. This brings back memories of exhausted House Officers. The positivity and commitment of the encumbrants never fail but blow me away. I'm sitting here on a Bank Holiday Weekend remembering hating when Christmas or indeed Easter was tagged onto a weekend. It's a pretty long shift without sleep and food for some. I thought conditions had improved. I do recall a H.O. having an epileptic fit on Gloucester Ward purely from exhaustion and lack of food. A job like that was indeed a baptism of fire. Night Sisters like myself took on a lot of responsibility to try and support them. Sometimes having to go and physically drag them out of bed armed with a cold wet flannel as there was a limit to what a Sister could legally do and we had our own heavy workload to support nurses and patients with not least supervised regular turns on strikor frames medications to supervise and distraught relitaves to comfort. One moment of nostalgia was triggered on seeing the current great view. Our topmost view came from Helen Raphael Ward over the city of London. No Shard then. No Gerkin, no cheesegrater. The blinds would go up with a flourish on the arrival of the Tea Trolley coupled with a rendering of " Earth hath not anything to show more fair, dull would he be of souls who could pass by a sight so stunning in its majesty. This city now doth like a garment wear the beauty of the morning silent, bear. Ships, Towers, Domes, Theatres and Temples lay open to the fields and to the sky" from "Upon Westminster Bridge" oh the wonderful Royal London Hospital and it's people right up to today.......so proud of you.👏

[@Brainbook]

Incredible. And what a gorgeous poem that is. I drove over London Bridge today. Never fails to take my breath away!

[@user-jb2nz8fs6h]

In Hong Kong, doctors do 36hrs

[@BenDover-nh8ze]

@@Brainbook my dad often told stories of his 36+ hours shifts as a resident

[@gabrielpaltridge5802]

Imagine studying like a dog for 15+ years and then working like a dog for 24hr+ shifts... no matter what they’re paid, they’re underpaid.

[@maartenslobbe5643]

Gabriel Paltridge the average neurosurgeon makes about 700000€ a year, dont know about this guy though

[@sbstngrmm5612]

Maarten Slobbe neurosurgeons in a NHS Hospital in the UK make about 60k-100k Pounds per year. We’re not in the states bro😂

[@Unknown-si8yx]

@@maartenslobbe5643 where are you getting those numbers from none of my friends even make close to that and they are surgeons.

[@brandonknipp4736]

@@Unknown-si8yx it all depends on your contract and speciality, its highly variable. Although, that much money is realistic.

[@fatimaali2133]

Yess

[@hippo_dame7028]

To be honest.. this guy seems so decent and down to earth. Like he’s just a really cool and awesome dude to hang with.

[@Brainbook]

Haha thank you

[@savannaledden2943]

@Rohan Hiwarkar depends on location, but i looked it up & in the USA a neurosurgen can earn anywhere 150-930k a year

[@gwkgb8474]

@Rohan Hiwarkar if you want to make money be a lawyer if you want to serve your fellow people you become a surgeon/medical Dr.

[@patrciaclemons8183]

They typically start out at 80k

[@milocabral7428]

@@savannaledden2943 the average starting salary for a neurosurgeon is approximately 470,000$ per year in the us however with 15 years+ of experience that number can go upwards of 930,000. Salary is not something you should focus on as a neurosurgeon because the job itself is so incredibly strenuous and difficult, despite the money it has to be something you truly love. It’s absolutely something to look at as a surgeon, just not a primary focus. Thanks for coming to my Ted talk

[@rickherrera341]

Having survived a ruptured brain aneurysm 4 years ago, I wondered what you guys do when you're not saving someone's life. Thank you for posting this video. God bless you and all Neurosurgeons.

[@soothingseas]

Oh my

[@d26k164]

Sleep i guess

[@importexportserviceusachin1689]

Doctors life is so stressful. They deserve the highest honors

[@amaia4]

MD dermatology resident uploads videos every week! Laser hair removal, gettting rid of your acne.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2XZq2SFjcd9bJo

[@elaminmochichi7767]

all doctors should paid 200,000

[@ttv_mxr_btw_sweatytryhard6824]

@Nuanced News Network and in switzerland if you are a neurosurgeon you get about 720 000$ yearly😂😂😂

[@rorysampson5492]

@Dr Will Discern do yourself a favor and don't go to a doctor when you're sick. Better you just disappear, do us a favor, you know? Jealous underachiever.

[@Pops180]

@Dr Will Discern how is that racist?

[@user-mp2qg1zn8p]

When I think my workload is bad, I come here to remind myself that I'm just lazy.

[@Brainbook]

It's all relative!

[@amnawajahat6418]

this positive mindset will take you places.

[@mleangc]

😅😅😅 same

[@shebabwari782]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@quarantinelife.]

Same here. Lmao I love watching doctors and nurses vlogs, puts me in study and work mode 😂 I'm not even in the health field lol

[@johnsannucci9630]

“Done a couple emergency operations” mannn said so casual 💯💯

[@andrewtrotter9023]

I have a soft spot for neurosurgeons. My daughter wrecked her bicycle when she was 8. A couple of hours and two separate emergency visits later she was on a MedEvac chopper with a subdural hematoma and unresponsive in flight. I watched her be unloaded from the helicopter, the surgeon assessed her in minutes and sent her to surgery immediately. After about 2 hours, a craniotomy and evacuating the blood clot he told us she was alive but didn’t know if there would brain damage or cognitive problems later. She’s now 29, married, smart and perfectly healthy. Thank you Dr. Joel Pickett of Huntsville AL.

[@csc1641]

It's hard to believe his job is to open someone's skull and fix the problem. If I am having a bad day at work, I close my office door. Being a neurosurgeon, he can't have a bad day on the job. Much respect, sir.

[@RandomVideos-yd7rw]

First comment

[@NedaweBaBa]

Jackob Yones what’s the point of replying if your just gonna say that lol

[@RandomVideos-yd7rw]

Traveling-aspects good question, it has 1.1k likes and I was the first one of them to comment 🤷‍♂️😁

[@creamychoclatelobsterwarri979]

They just decompress the brain, central nervous system injuries are far from being fixed

[@oko3717]

@@creamychoclatelobsterwarri979 'just decompress the brain'

[@jasminebyenkya5991]

He said: Felt cute, might perform a brain surgery 😌

[@kamron914]

🤣

[@fionar.7069]

Q C what?

[@tyram]

Q C brown pity privilege tf? If you want to complain ab a type of privilege complain ab white privilege or pretty privilege

[@aurorea4425]

Q C wtf! how could you be so insensitive

[@livindeadghoul]

@Q C I'm so sick of white privilege to walk outside without getting shot, you don't have to think about that, don't you? You fucking sheet of paper

[@archiesmith5028]

It used to be my dream to be a surgeon but i didn’t make it in uni but I’ve made it as a psychiatrist and I love it. You are honestly such an inspiration.

[@Brainbook]

I really enjoyed psychiatry actually but I found it really difficult after a while!

[@Gabriel-zx3ge]

A fucking neurosurgeon found psychiatry difficult, I din't expect that

[@AaRoninetyone]

He couldn’t wrap his mind around it

[@timaa.4379]

Psychiatry is difficult because you’re forced to confront your own mental healthy problems

[@strawberryrxse]

how much do u make/year

[@jubs6765]

No way! This Dr visited my mom, such an amazing and professional person. Can't believe he is on YT!

[@tommyv4980]

You are the product of not procrastinating in school

[@Brainbook]

I was a major procrastinator. Still am!

[@thesenate9623]

@@Brainbook lol, how did you do it?

[@guerra_dos_bichos]

Hahahahha

[@__skullchess__7607]

@@Brainbook I would love a video from you on how you got through med school. Like tips and stuff

[@affanakela6559]

@@thesenate9623 I was expecting the same "lol" from him before 'I' but seems he's just focussed on actually replying than enjoying the comments!! Or it might be cuz of the other thing I'm thinking

[@maxpoirault8476]

Man has literally worked a shift so long his beard grew a full centimeter.

[@bennynelson1829]

What’s his name please

[@Fayevalentina541]

@@bennynelson1829 Alex Alamri

[@ndavid5]

Lol

[@letissia9482]

what the heck.... i see it.

[@sagebell6629]

oh wait u right. i don’t think hair grows that fast hmmm….

[@dr.apollo4226]

Parents: why don’t you be a doctor? Me: lol

[@razzz-_9561]

I had my first (and hopefully but improbably my last) neurosurgery last October. Thank you for everything you do, incredible!

[@Brainbook]

Fingers crossed for you!

[@ro1428]

Here to see if it’s anything like Derek’s life.

[@tiffaaaanye1]

Ro 😂

[@bbaddmamii]

BAHAHAHAH NAH FR

[@youngsfamilynest6984]

Yesssssssssss lol

[@iamirey3004]

LMFOAAIHSHHSUHSU CHILLDLLDLDLDDD

[@ryanperera3275]

Lmao same!!

[@xForInfinityx]

I’m a nurse in the US and we use those same Ascom phones and when I heard it ring I immediately got anxiety 😂😂

[@Brainbook]

Urgh I know right?

[@carsontinsley4003]

we have vocera where I am

[@drmofazzal8582]

Brainbook we in Bangladesh have intercom. And when it starts to ring at the middle of night i know that shit is about to get real

[@Rickshaw_Bohammer]

Ascom ringing gives me PTSD

[@heinthepain]

I'm a nurse in Norway.. Same phone, same ringtone 😩

[@sleepypogger9503]

The amount of respect i have for this man is unexplainable. We cant thank you enough. Doing you call shifts and blogging at the same time is an incredible job to manage. Always giving me motivation to study and become like you one day InshaAllah.

[@RyansSynthwaveGuitar]

As mentioned in Prof. Matthew Walker's book 'Why We Sleep' - lack of sleep brings cognitive decline. It's scary to think you may be operated upon by a surgeon that has been up all night and your life is literally in their hands. 24h shifts should not be a thing. Respect to you sir for everything you do. Thank you.

[@andreawill9017]

There isn't enough people who want to invest in decade plus and go over $100,000 in debt before taking exams to start your internship, residency, and fellowship and start digging out of debt. Assuming you don't get married, and or have children and or divorced.

[@Jessica14152]

Ok, if a doctor is going to be cutting me open. He better not be up for 24 freaking hours. They gotta stop doing this to nurses and doctors. They are seriously the most important people to be getting sleep!

[@guerra_dos_bichos]

I might be wrong but I feel they have a larger team and not everyone is so overworked, else it's just a matter of time until something bad happens

[@ghstprncss]

sadly but i believe they do this because doctors have not given all the information to the next doctor about the patient or have misunderstood stuff so they messed something up but i believe they should make a system in which they could pass down information with the least amount of mistakes

[@PBMS123]

Nurses don't work these shifts, Drs do. There are a tonne more nurses than there are Drs so i'ts easy to have nurses working 8-16 hour shifts. While Drs are stuck working 24 hour shifts. But that is shift work for you.

[@rhuthwiksuresh6900]

@@guerra_dos_bichos You'd be surprised, It's 2:37am as I type this, and I am nearing the latter stage of my 24 hour Gynaecology emergency shift.

[@gentritavdullahu2518]

I actually asked this same question to a trauma surgeon at Vanderbilt during a cadaver lab and he said they did studies to see if there was any deterioration in quality of surgery after being awake for 24 hrs and they said in there was no difference and that adrenaline and dopamine had a huge role in keeping things the same

[@sydnie4027]

You deserve to get paid more than any sports player. Wow.

[@serennafulton559]

Sydnie yesss I agree

[@millsathn]

Yep but capitalism. So yeah, you know.

[@fuckingallthesehoes3295]

Sydnie why does he deserve it?

[@xonerate_5011]

@@fuckingallthesehoes3295 it takes skill to be a surgeon, beyond a game. You really think someone that spends years in school and residency, to then have 24-48hr shifts to operate on a humans brain doesn't deserve millions?

[@fuckingallthesehoes3295]

Chandler Deagle I’m not saying he doesn’t deserve it. I’m just wondering why. The sports player also deserves it too, they do hard training. Also the surgeons are compensated for their years of studying and practice, otherwise they wouldn’t accept it.

[@naybother]

A hero to many, an inspiration and a true gent. Whatever you are paid i can confidently say it isn't enough. I wish the world were different and you guys got the recognition you deserve, not just in-house and within the NHS.

[@MSV667]

Your a genuine Hero. Thank you for saving life and helping humanity.

[@sukhisingh0074]

Patients: ohh it hurts, why is surgeon taking so long. Surgeon: trying his Vlogger skills

[@OmegaCentauri2012]

Sukhi Vlogger LMAO!

[@Defrap22]

@Dra O stfu

[@pixelfox1471]

ye dude is trying his best to make a joke in english, don't be such a grammar nazi

[@classicquads8271]

Sukhi Vlogger im the like that got you to 1k. you’re welcome

[@sukhisingh0074]

Classic Quads thnx bro 😂😂

[@ayatali4619]

How do you manage to concentrate and stay alert for such a long time? performing surgery at 1am and finishing at 4, while having been on shift for a full day. simply incredible

[@Adrian-gw3mk]

Drugs maybe

[@moemavins6243]

Cocaine

[@ayatali4619]

I actually want to know because I usually have labs that last for 3 hours and I'm just absolutely exhausted by the end of it lmao. Brainbook do you recommend cocaine? haha

[@georgiananeculau1545]

That's why he's a neurosurgeon and none of the below aren't. It makes sense

[@stonedfish99]

@@ayatali4619 You can train your body and mind to work longer shifts.

[@virtue1495]

Just the way they seem kind, calm and collected is mind blowing and humbling🙏🏾🥰 bless your souls.

[@albertodias5900]

Huge respect for all those who perfrom this beautiful profession.

[@macdaddytheladyface6613]

As someone that just had their second neurosurgery this year, thank you for what you do!

[@Brainbook]

I hope it went well for you!

[@macdaddytheladyface6613]

Brainbook Thank you! I’ll likely never be 100%, but I’m doing much better then I was before surgery. I’m so thankful for a better quality of life! I put my faith in the doctors to hopefully cure this disease (Trigeminal Neuralgia) one day and in myself to raise awareness. All the best to you!

[@barbaravyse660]

Same. I had a ruptured aneurysm in September and another one that was about to rupture. I’m back functioning at 100% thank God.

[@chelseyphillips8891]

My boyfriend just went through this.. he had it for 3 years and it was really bad for a year and a half. He had micro vascular decompression surgery and it was successful. It was caused by an artery and a vain compressing on his trigeminal nerve. I really wish you the best and hope one day you will be pain free. I’ve seen first hand just how painful and debilitating it can be and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone 😔

[@opricaemilian-alin3449]

If thats you in the picture, I thought a model never has to deal with bad stuff.

[@WRA838]

I’m impressed most of us get tired and stressed with an 8 hour shift... I’m amazed you can be sharp for so long especially in an environment where mistakes can be fatal.

[@MikeHunt420]

1 word: stimulants

[@benjaminkwingwalidman2412]

@@MikeHunt420 lol

[@born2win259]

BenKL DEV he’s right.

[@msarielwilliams123]

They get to sleep during that 24hr shift.

[@amaia4]

MD dermatology resident uploads videos every week! Laser hair removal, gettting rid of your acne.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2XZq2SFjcd9bJo

[@jillappleby7306]

I feel so bad for this guy, he looks so exhausted... I have no idea how these surgeons do it... 👍🏼

[@godisthegreatest5295]

Wow what an amazing and talented human being! Such a beautiful creature to walk this earth in service for others.. wow!!!!!!!!! People like you make this earth a warmer place. A safer place. The dedication and commitment is truly remarkable. I really wish the best for you always, in all areas of your life, and for your family too! Your family/guardians did a great job raising you to be the best version of yourself. Thank you for everything. Keep it up you strong magnificent person!

[@assistanttotheregionalmana3002]

This man is an example of pure dedication. 24/7 on call means your entire life is dedicated to your work. Can never have 1 beer because you never know if you’ll be called in 10 minutes later. This man and others like him have my infinite respect. Thank you for serving the people of earth with your skills.

[@emmal5103]

I love your profile pic 🤣

[@drewelric118]

He’s not on call 24/7. He’s on call for 24 hours at a time.

[@fweenoe9501]

@@drewelric118 still very dedicated and hard to pull of

[@timreserve]

24/7 lol..

[@Eclipsed972]

Not 24/7 lol

[@vivianhuang2367]

it's crazy how celebrities like kim kardashian make more than a neurosurgeon but their job isn't nearly as hard as his!

[@mayasanders1046]

Exactly

[@nedisahonkey]

Sadly in a capitalist society salaries aren't dictated by how difficult or important it is.

[@impyrobot]

Since when has making money been based in how hard your job is?

[@deusfusion7945]

impyrobot yeah being a surgeon is very good money. But there are much easier ways to make a lot of money, for people who can recognize those opportunities. Yet it would be hard to find a more Nobel profession.

[@UltimateSuperSaiyan]

@@impyrobot it isn't and that's the problem.

[@piddlingfish5894]

Huge respect for neurosurgeons (especially the the operated on me), amazing people who do an amazing job.

[@kaelynmcstoots6178]

I’m a medical assistant for a neurosurgeon! I love it, and I absolutely love the neurosurgeon I work with, they do so much more than just brains and nobody ever realizes it ❤️

[@trumpyclancey824]

I’ve always wanted to be a surgeon but I don’t wanna accidentally kill someone

[@akimnerom8231]

faxxx fax fax, but I still wanna do it. 2nd year, wish me well

[@hindswesi6955]

Akim Nerom good luck! my dream is to become a neurosurgeon someday

[@madeleinegranados798]

@@hindswesi6955 me too! :) Blessings.

[@esflores5249]

My dream was to be a heart surgeon but I was stopped already by biology in high school. I was just too lazy for studying a lot when I was 17/18 years old. Now I am 23, I work for a corporation and I am just an average looser. Don’t be like me guys. Follow your dreams.

[@wanny9141]

@@esflores5249 you're still valid and we love you 💞

[@lucy-fr4sk]

He said code black and I immediately thought “oh my god there’s a bomb” greys anatomy doing me like this 😔

[@grantapusdonald6105]

Sameeeee

[@drisaacsa]

🤣🤣👍

[@animixsan9470]

Fbi! Fbi!😂😂

[@miacarroll587]

HAHAHAHAH ME TOO

[@mightbeLara]

omg same!!😂💗💗💗 i miss those episodes

[@nichmon3221]

Thanks for making & sharing this video. I've always wondered what it was like behind the scenes, for medical personnel. Also, my husband just had neurosurgery for a hemorrhagic stroke. I am so thankful for the doctors. Thank you for all that you do.

[@Brainbook]

I hope that your husband is doing ok

[@guitarlover302]

This chap who does these videos will be a great consultant in the future I am sure ! Obviously technically able but also has empathy and excellent communication skills - inspires confidence 👍

[@sheetalmaharjan7470]

he is so casual about emergency operations lol

[@User-ip9dg]

That’s actually a good thing. You don’t want a surgeon to be nervous/pressured during emergencies.

[@rubyy7013]

Any surgeon needs to learn on how to be calm during life or death situations, its important they dont freak out,espically after being up for 24 hours

[@KevinMsyah]

@@rubyy7013 basically, they are superhumans

[@noorbhatty8643]

I think that’s how they make sure the patient is not panicking or the doctors don’t escalate the situation,

[@muthamizhselvanpurushotham2237]

They have to be supercool ofcourse..branches like neurosurgery, vascular surgery and paediatric surgeries are too hectic.. otherwise they can't handle it

[@redabaroin968]

As a computer science student in my last master year, I had absolutely never the right to complain about my workload when I look at you guys. You guys are doing God’s work and may Allah reward you immensely for every effort.

[@iCore7Gaming]

You had to bring stupid religion into this didn't you?

[@redabaroin968]

DanDeMan DanDeMan My statements at the end of my comment are but a mere result of my personal conviction. Now what is wrong with showing this man some appreciation and wishing him the best of blessings? If you get angry over some personal message directed at this man, I pity you for being of such an offensive nature.

[@guerra_dos_bichos]

@@iCore7Gaming as an atheist , go fuck yourself, the dudes religion is his to talk about, you just have to ignore it

[@zarakl821]

@@guerra_dos_bichos exactly. some people make unnecessary comments to ruin everything.

[@dantevilla6155]

I feel so sorry; computer science is so ass

[@myjeanification]

9 years ago I had an extreme TBI after a fall from 30 ft., defused axonal, front lobe damage, right ;obe damage , 2 surgeries for brain bleeds, surgery for retinal damage, seizures and several years of cognitive rehab. I am finally to the point that I can live independently with the help of a highly trained service dog. Thank you and people like you who spend years in training and dedicate your lives to help people like me.

[@yousef4330]

Man this is so inspiring to watch. I really wanna get into medicine when I graduate but I’m obviously not cut out for something as hard as neurosurgery. I still love to watch vids like this tho, it’s so cool to see what it’s like

[@coolbees2596]

I can't even begin to imagine how hard he studied to get where he is

[@ownSystem]

I could'n't get past the 24 hours speech then he has to travel back to home, and by the time is all said and done 30 hour being up. Wow.

[@ZainAhmed-ns2di]

It is intense

[@ownSystem]

@@ZainAhmed-ns2di I just did a 24 HR burn through call was horrible. Hahhah

[@ZainAhmed-ns2di]

San Francisco brutal And the first video u start watching is about 30 hour shifts in neurology

[@Q-Bits8]

It's not that hard to get into neurosurgery actually, because most people don't want to ruin their lifes. It's much harder to get into dermatology for example, much more competition and you need better grades for that.

[@boszwollocks9557]

"Ah yeah surgeons get paid loads though" when people say that i just think. Well if they do. Its because they work 47 trillion hours a bloody year.

[@chrysoulasklika4899]

Honestly surgeons should get paid more than any other artist. They literally save LIVES. What did Kylie Jenner do to become a millionaire? How did she help the humanity to deserve that much money and praise? Doctors not only deserve a raise during this hard period of time but also more recognition and appreciation

[@uditapericharla]

Chrysoula Sklika kylie was born into a rich family lol she had it easy from the start

[@vishnur5964]

@@chrysoulasklika4899 I agree surgeon save lives.But why should artist payed less than him ? Bro to be an artist you have to be creative there are a lot of work

[@MegaPoliyo]

Lol he's on way less than you think. Surgical reg at the royal London deputy head teachers in London make more than him

[@thatonedude-6819]

@@vishnur5964 ----Risks/Downsides of Job---- artists: cutting off your own finger on purpose, no education required Software engineer: No college degree required, but wouldn’t hurt Oil rig engineer: oil spills, explosions, working weeks at a time, 4-6 years of schooling, mental health from long shifts Surgeon : 7-9 years of schooling, other people’s lives in your hands, necessary to society, dead patients of yours, some 24 hour shifts If you to ask me I personally do not believe artists should be payed less then neurosurgeons lol Edit: forgot to mention the amount of musical artists or movies/shows etc. that get payed *significantly* more than him purely because of the amount of consumers in the industry.

[@MrBitviper]

thank you for taking the time to make these videos doc you rock

[@Allaroundtheworld99]

I have so much respect for you, good on you Sir, you’re amazing

[@tegansmith181]

“We have 52 in patients” *picks up blogging camera* (I’m totally kidding and respect him so much just found this too funny)

[@Brainbook]

Lol! Fair play. Believe me when it's that busy picking up the camera is the last thing I want to do!

[@katiaistomina3978]

Tegan Smith I go on a bus numbered 52, random fact

[@l1adz185]

Innit his face is funny!

[@mikasa2217]

At the hospital where I'm at sometime is 54 patients and 3-4 nurses night shift tho

[@alixluu]

I’m not a neurosurgeon but all I can say a coffee maker with a timer that makes coffee automatically is a life saver

[@Brainbook]

My mind is blown. I need to look into this...

[@lou_jane]

@@Brainbook nespresso machine will save your life and $$!

[@doc5245]

The nepresso is my life on my hardest days.

[@Knifeys]

Its like having a super power, and they will use it any hour they are called too to come save yo ass from Mr. Aneurysm who wants to ruin your day. Not all heros wear capes, but they all wear scrubs

[@andreathiessen6986]

Not all where scrubs

[@patriciaportuguese6363]

The commenter meant all who wear scrubs are heros

[@iit7012]

Great doctor with a beautiful soul. Keep up the good work!

[@Brainbook]

Thank you!

[@goodmorningeveryone4390]

he never used the word "like" in the videoo omg

[@AshleighJaydeFleming]

Short sleeves are required for infection control

[@burt1216]

smashleigh like where in the actual fuck did you get from his comment that he is talking about short sleeves

[@dmitriyp1531]

8:54

[@bun-e9361]

Because he's intelligent.

[@goodmorningeveryone4390]

Unconventional Girl oh no really, that did not cross my mind 🤔

[@joshuaharris1120]

He grew more facial hair in 24hrs than I could in a whole year

[@Bentami]

Joshua Harris It really do be like that with us asians

[@maximumaverage]

I just saw that too. Holy shit lol

[@NakedMonkeyMY]

God damn HAAHAHAHAHAH

[@pat1998]

😹😹😹😹😹

[@phoniexstorm6218]

Almost 13 and I really want to be an Orthopedic surgeon. I just really love the field I don’t knew why. Maybe it’s because I broke my legs after falling and tumbling down the stairs so from time to time I’ll feel immense pain so I couldn’t run for a long time and I really live sports. My ortho and chiropractor were amazing. The chiropractor was my aunt and she was so kind. She inspired me. Your also really cool. To deal with all that stress in a day. Amazing.

[@remote3652]

Respect for making these videos you inspired me a lot, I always debate if I should shoot more content as it's a hobby but I've realized I have more than enough time to do it.

[@born2win259]

Dang, looks pretty bright outside for it being 5:30 AM.

[@TaylorHillMiles]

Born 2 Win I’m glad I wasn’t the only one that thought this. If it’s that bright that early then I wonder what time it gets dark.

[@mickfunny4185]

Taylor Hill-Miles isn’t he in Britain and isn’t it winter there🤔

[@queallure4240]

Fr lol

[@elliebusylondoner]

I guess this was filmed over summer. I am from London tooz and its cold and dark in october at 5.30am

[@bt10ant]

The fact that he commutes without driving is the most impressive part of this for me.

[@Brainbook]

Lol. It's pretty common in London!

[@mariosavva999]

Probably a lot quicker taking the train than it would be to drive to Whitechapel at rush hour.

[@kristinmarie3131]

I felt triggered when his phone started ringing. Why the hell does he have the same ringtone the phone in my hospital has?

[@Brainbook]

We're both triggered lol

[@dpMD192]

XD same problem here. Hate this sound!

[@OneMeanArtist]

I find it a little concerning that they are doing such delicate procedures on such a sleep deprived shift.

[@AT-il2ej]

People die due to it.

[@cinnamonsizzlepersonal9775]

You and me both. As a doctor, we share this concern too!

[@mollyosullivan8037]

derek shepherd has been really quiet in his grave since this was posted

[@endfinity3521]

You are not just working.....you are serving humanity!!!

[@mughal9007]

Love the hard work you do. Appreciated. I'm a medical student and aspiring to be a neurosurgeon :)

[@jimwigler]

It's always nice to know that a brain surgeon has time to build a KZbin presence.

[@mustafam956]

I said the same thing, but sarcastically.

[@lesliemagallanes9302]

i have no idea why but these videos get me so happy

[@PavanKumar-prime]

Its not the matter how much you working hard ,it's how much you love it

[@grant5603]

Neurosurgeon says the most important part of his day is his double espresso 🤣

[@chrysoulasklika4899]

HAHAHAHAHAHA NGL THIS IS BOTH TRUE AND HILARIOUS "ah yeah double espresso break time 🥰"

[@jimday666]

holy hell, that was exhausting even to watch

[@the_fitness_doc]

Awesome video man, really appreciate this amazing insight.

[@mariosavva999]

I'm a fuel tanker driver in London, I do enjoy it, but I'm so fascinated by your job it makes me regret not taking school as seriously as i should have! Much respect Sir.

[@nickcastaneda203]

Anyone here also watch Violin MD?

[@Brainbook]

She does a great job of opening up the world of hospital medicine!

[@Brainbook]

What other vlogs do you guys want to see?

[@solimansalem7719]

@@Brainbook interview another surgeon in another speciality!

[@Brainbook]

@@solimansalem7719 ooofff

[@solimansalem7719]

@@Brainbook I mean it with absolute respect for you and all the other neurosurgeons in the UK. You could also talk about how being a doctor in the UK is different than being a doctor in the US (where I am). Another idea, live Q & A session. Finally, you can do a story time, about an especially arduous case or an especially interesting one. I've subbed sir!

[@richardparnell8402]

What a great gift you have.

[@chrisfollmer6315]

Thank you so much for all you guys do! God's Angels 🙏🙏🙏

[@Christian-xn1ps]

I’m starting my first year of medical school the beginning of 2020 and give me so much motivation for what my dreams are. I appreciate you so much.

[@aimanalozeri4907]

Hi Please tell me how to inter med school

[@snoopgg3970]

AIMAN AL OZERI probably start with learning how to spell “enter”

[@aimanalozeri4907]

@@snoopgg3970 why don't you teach me, sorry I didn't mention that English isn't my first language. It helped me to be a nurse though.

[@najxx8641]

SnoopGG I’m pretty sure English is not the only language spoken by many doctors. There are many surgeons that don’t know English.

[@snoopgg3970]

@@najxx8641 nah man not true most every country teaches medicine in English. I am a pharmacist in Iraq and I had to go through college in English

[@Sweendog2412]

I’m a neuroscience major, pre-med. thank you so much for making this video, it’s really interesting seeing how neurosurgeons work and the processes that go on throughout your day!

[@Brainbook]

Absolutely not a problem. Glad it was helpful for you. Where are you doing your major?

[@juliojones8402]

I can’t believe you’re performing brain surgery after being up for 25 hours! I feel mentally unstable after my 12 hr nurse shift lol. You guys are a special breed! 😄😄🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@barrosbabi]

All of u are absolutely amazing ❤️ you are true heroes 🙏 God bless you all

[@The_Trucker_Gamer]

These doctors deserve millions for the hard work and long hours.

[@ryno1222]

Anyone notice his beard growth in just 24 hours? That is godly.

[@maindepth8830]

oh shit

[@chile-anyways9432]

Due to Stress, anxiety, & Lack of sleep. Because It's about people lifes , it's not a GAME

[@gliderider7077]

He left clean shaved, with in the first 45 mins he had a better growth than mine after 4 days🤣

[@nedisahonkey]

@@chile-anyways9432 Wtf are you talking about? Who said anything about it being a game? He just said he had quick beard growth.

[@thesaint8400]

'Godly?' grow up

[@robertclubs9908]

Thanks for all you do.

[@willotoledo7620]

Kudos for a very calm and collected demeanor while on duty -with such a number of patients to take care of! i’ve done my orthopedic residency and i swear I would not be able to pull off what you did. you’d be hearing swear words left and right. Haha! Good job man. Salute!

[@Brainbook]

Ah thanks dude. I'm sure you're awesome!

[@shaylamcginness436]

I love how fear of saying the "Q" word transcends different countries across the health care culture. 😂

[@Brainbook]

Lol always. It's the worst word you can say at the beginning of a shift

[@annr5004]

And professions. I don’t use it as an EMT. It’s the devils word 😂

[@amarachiozonuwe7388]

Please I'm curious, what's this "Q word"?

[@Brainbook]

@@amarachiozonuwe7388 quiet....

[@amarachiozonuwe7388]

@@Brainbook OK....Why shouldn't it be said?

[@dogminister]

This boi out here skillfully cuttin up someone's brain after ain't sleepin for 24 hours and I'm out here complaining bout the smallest shit. Damn. This guy has discipline. This is what true success takes ig

[@yellpower2467]

My kids both do this and I can’t believe how they wake up daily and be at hospital by 6am like clockwork..Really proud of Surgeons and everyone who gives life and hope happiness to entire families they have no idea about 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@7thtradtion975]

Awesome video DR!!!

[@adrianajimenez4342]

What a noble profession

[@mathalgebra4825]

I really enjoy it, I’m procrastinating by watching u instead of studying for my medical exam😬🤣🤣🤣

[@Brainbook]

Haha make sure you pass those exams!

[@stewiegriffin6724]

That’s sooo me right now 😂😂

[@stewiegriffin6724]

And the interesting part I got neuroanatomy coming up 😂😂

[@doctord7171]

haha>> me too instead of studying medical bio

[@mmt1575]

@@stewiegriffin6724 same lmao

[@Cupcake4me]

Forever grateful for the neurosurgeon who saved my mums life at the NHNN when she ruptured her aneurysm 🙏🏼 You guys are my heroes

[@lilliestyles7741]

mad respect for all of you

[@Q-Bits8]

2 years to go until I'm a resident. I thought about neurosurgery, but man I don't want to ruin my life for my job. I've talked to many neurosurgeons and the majority said that they regret doing it. No free time, no time for the kids, constant stress and work and finally health problems that come with it later on. So I guess it's a nope for me, even though it's super fascinating.

[@rohitagarwal9174]

Right decision

[@Corleone452]

helllllo , can you explain EVERYTHING that you did from highschool to med school? cause my dumb ass don’t understand : some are talking about college before med school, and some about sciences etc , but I’m VERY EXTRA confused ....

[@Q-Bits8]

@@Corleone452 I'm from Switzerland, I don't know how this works in the US. I would suggest asking your doctor or calling a med school and ask them.

[@maphytaffy]

@@Corleone452 hello. It really depends from country to country.

[@Corleone452]

creatorMaphy okay ;)

[@enthuast3370]

Neurosurgeons sure have it rough! Good thing they dont get involved in a horrific car accident, thus permanently damaging their hands forever and ending their entire career, which in turn cause them to join some kind of shady magic cult to heal their hand and accidentally become the Supreme Sorcerer with a device capable of turning back time.. right?

[@peachcream1174]

Dr. Strange to the rescue

[@viesan7816]

kinda strange isn't it

[@whatabouthedroidattackonth3633]

@@Multiverse_is_real Dormamu!

[@haseebmohammed8931]

@@viesan7816 good one

[@yaseerbeig1356]

Dr Strange aah😂😂😂

[@shelrogers52]

Thank you for all that you do

[@paganin1]

What a very insightful video, thank you very much for sharing this with us!

[@clydeston]

Thank you and everyone else in the NHS, for all that you do!

[@Brainbook]

:)

[@thinknutri]

That's insane, It is not healthy if you keep this up, they should not make anyone work for that long, especially for Neurosurgeon. The intensity of studying to become a Neurosurgeon is already bad enough then working as one is even more exhausting.

[@OLMOLMAO]

Unidentified name But the salary

[@BhappyD]

TheRealSam But the student loans...

[@blankcuriosity...9750]

TheRealSam but the malpractice insurance

[@ekundayowt]

Slave work

[@born2win259]

Brittany I’d guess above 200k?

[@golfrush8309]

I am a junior in high school who was basically not interested in anything but what I did know is when I get a job and its time for work I want to be excited and just watching this field just makes me want to work

[@craftylady9912]

Bless you for all that you do 😊

[@BigWater59]

It is amazing how great training can boost confidence in a surgeon.

[@TB3Astronaut]

I discovered these videos shortly before deciding I wanted to do neurosurgery. What a coincidence.

[@ykwee9404]

Same here🤣

[@wtficantgetausername]

Thanks to youtube AI algorithm

[@torresthemonster]

Highly awarded, and highly competitive. Good luck 😀

[@georgesotiriou7051]

Me too. I need a new hobby.

[@mmt1575]

@@georgesotiriou7051 new adventures are nice.