Doctor On Call: Vlogging in Hospital (medical resident vlog)

Join me on a 26-hour call shift as a junior doctor! Learn what doctors do all day, emergencies we run to and the constant struggle to find time to eat!
For the first time, I will show you what it's like to answer pages and the types of issues we encounter. My first priority has to be patient confidentiality, but I will try to share some stories with you today including a "code blue"!
COMMENT below to let me know what you think and LIKE the video if you want to see more like this!
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~Siobhan (Violin MD)~
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[@annlau17]

I'm premed and your vlogs are my Netflix lol

[@ViolinMD]

haha amazing, I LOVE that!! as a huge Netflix fan, that means a lot 🙌

[@jayjayswavy6807]

This is way better then Netflix.. I canceled my subscription and subscribed to you HAHA ❤️😍 the doc is in !!

[@Rollinggirl39]

@@ViolinMD how are you?

[@laraterry2929]

Weyeye

[@laraterry2929]

Reuueeu Jeeuue

[@Healthyhabits06]

How do you look so good after such a long hospital shift... please tell me your secret lol

[@ZDarabos]

It's the soul.

[@aprilkyle431]

@@ZDarabos I know right

[@Ashley-yr5rq]

You talk to your nurses so respectfully! For some reason, I always thought that doctors would be bossy or have that “I’m better than you” attitude towards their nurses since they’re the doctors.. but nurses are the backbone of the medical field. You seem like the sweetest doctor!! Also don’t understand how you look so good after your shift 😂

[@lterry523]

Yeyeye 5:01 5:01

[@lterry523]

Yeyeye eey3yyeyeeyeyeye 👍 eyeyw 5:55 and

[@lterry523]

Yeyeye you are in the same place I think 💭😅

[@CarterSullivan]

Your vlogs are amazing!! So many doctors make youtube videos but I LOVE being able to see you vlog while on call! Defintely my favourite medical channel I’ve seen.😊

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Carter I really appreciate it - it's been fun to make them!

[@MuhammadWaqas-vi3uy]

Carter Sullivan Hello

[@JaclynAlways]

I completely agree!

[@teodoro111]

Yes!!! I love the in-hospital vlogs! Keep up the great work Doc!

[@brittnipiercey7829]

I find it interesting how doctors go on such little sleep and food lol its not very healthy for the body or mind lol kind of ironic haha great videos though ive always been so intrested in medicine!

[@cole_sa1452]

Brittni Piercey Well, they do get good food, just later than they expect.

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Tough schedule! Keep up the work doc!

[@ViolinMD]

Hey Precious! Thanks for watching - haha yeah it can be brutal at times, but luckily i'm really enjoying it!

[@keelielewisvlogs1028]

Im 10 and this is my 1st time watching you and I have fell in love with this vlog... I want to be a doctor when I grow up

[@sarahbellin4087]

Just came across your channel. These videos are so interesting. I am obsessed with Greys Anatomy (I know it’s nothing like the real world haha) so it’s really interesting to actually see the viewpoint of a real doctor!! Thank you for the time updates throughout the video, it helps the viewers understand what your day is like!

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Sarah - so glad you've been enjoying the videos! Also, I love how much energy you have in your videos!!

[@saradriggers8173]

Did you think 🤔 about that ,, so you are crazy in my video hahah ,,

[@laraterry2929]

Yr6ee63

[@laraterry2929]

Ueue7e7ee77ee7e6e6ee6e6e6e66ee6666e6e6ee6e5e6e Eyeyeyeye and the other is a good damn kid who is decorating the same time Eyeyeyeye and the R7e7e

[@Anna-dq6qm]

I’m a third year med student in Barcelona and I truly appreciate your effort to document your experience as a first year resident. I’m just thankful to see how things work there and be able to see the similarities and differences of both health systems. You’re doing a great job Siobhan! It’s always a pleasure to see your vlogs ☺️

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Anna - thank you so much for the thoughtful response!

[@Lookatthosechimkens]

You might wanna try making smoothies before your shift and keeping them in ice so you have an easy extra amount of calories on top of your meals which seem hard to get in throughout the shift!

[@ViolinMD]

Great idea - thanks!

[@Lookatthosechimkens]

Violin MD I like 3-4 bananas, some berries, a couple servings of oatmeal, and some ground flax seeds for omega 3s! c: oh and don’t forget straws, I hate leaving all that on teeth until I get home.

[@Georgeツ]

I didn't think you were going to be able to create an interesting vlog whilst protecting your patients' confidentiality (too much editing out of interesting information I assumed) however, I was so wrong. This was GREAT! Super duper interesting. I'm not even in medical school or premed or anything related. This was just entertaining to watch.

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks so much GKJ - so glad you enjoyed it!!

[@zvise94]

Why do they let doctors work 24 hour shift? Isn't that dangerous just because you are tired etc. - why wouldn't they just have day shift and night shift? Just wondering :) love these vlogs!

[@ViolinMD]

Hey Zoe - you raise an excellent point and it's certainly something that is being discussed! Some places have changed how they do things... who knows maybe we will change at some point too!

[@LukasManuel314]

Probably because it's not easy to become a doctor but there's a huge need for doctors. Probably some sort of supply and demand issue while the demand is rather serious

[@aasldkfja]

The doctor on shift learns the patients well enough to give a meaningful report to incoming teams. It also circumvents the tendency of shift work to encourage avoidance behaviors. If you know you can kick the can to the next shift because you get off soon you're less inclined to take responsibility for your shift. The long shifts encourage responsibility. It also gives the doctors that are at home more rest, study time, r&r, etc.

[@jzzanetis]

How does a surgeon going on 20+ hours with no sleep use a scalpel :/ ??

[@MackenzieLeclaire]

I'm not even going into medicine, I'm going into law but I love your videos. Your voice is so soothing.

[@ViolinMD]

aw thanks Mackenzie!!

[@oliviahall8646]

So this is why doctors take so long to come they are vlogging 😂😂😂 (I'm kidding I love these videos lol)

[@itsmeenaomi9025]

I Feel Exhausted Just Watching This 😩

[@ViolinMD]

😂😂

[@chhamadsardar8986]

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[@tashamckenzie9555]

Love watching these vlogs. I was just thinking they should have a little lunch room for doctors and nurses with snacks etc you can just grab! Look after yourself

[@ViolinMD]

Oh that’s an excellent idea - I would love that!!

[@BuchsdrN]

Tim Horton's! You must be Canadian? I am.

[@ViolinMD]

Good catch Natalie - yep I am!!

[@ast1848]

Amazing vlog, would love to see more such vlogs in the hosp!

[@ViolinMD]

don't worry, more to come!

[@sloanewesloh1068]

What I'm thinking: Will I ever get through Bio 1

[@smiley8106]

Sloane Wesloh I did bio 1 now this semester I’m doing bio 2. Just study study study and study some more. You’ll be fine the labs are always fun :). Thought I’m scared for chemistry 😩😩

[@ViolinMD]

hahah Sloane - you can do it! do you play the viola (in your picture?)

[@sloanewesloh1068]

yes actually, just transferred to start my pre-med after playing the viola for 16 years and going to conservatory! decided to go for what I've secretly been wanting to do for a while. love your vlogs!!!

[@ViolinMD]

wow we have such a similar background (i did my undergrad in music and then applied to med school!) - awesome to meet other musician-to-be-doctors! keep it up and let me know if there's any way I can help :)

[@sloanewesloh1068]

what!? that's awesome - I actually didn't know that, though I'm sure you probably talk about it on one of these vlogs. I'm glad to see that it is achievable - you are definitely an inspiration to me!

[@imonk5295]

I’m a sophmore in high school and vlogs like this really help me decide what i’d like to school for next year when I take dual enrollment ! Thank you so much for all you do !!

[@rachelbenstead1207]

Absolutely love your vlogs! I am a current nursing student, you’ve truly inspired me to go into medicine in a couple years! 😊

[@pbj0815]

So busy! I have so much more patience when I’m in the ER or a waiting lobby now that I’m watching you starve to not keep patients waiting. You’re awesome! 💪🏼

[@RR-dd4vy]

Does internal medicine doctor have sub specialties such as endocrinology,cardiology, etc?

[@ViolinMD]

Great question! So you can choose to specialize in internal medicine itself (seeing complex patients in the hospital or in clinic, diagnosing and treating) or you can go on to subspecialize. Either way, as a sub specialist you have the option to work in internal medicine as well!

[@azimahabshukor]

Thank you doctor. You shared something that make my eyes open how hardworking doctor routine. It seems simple but I don’t think so its simple. You deal with patients and disease to cure. Keep moving forward doctor♥️

[@yenomeerf]

Is this Canada? She Sounds Canadian to me

[@jessilynn8515]

Victor Richard she is in Canada

[@chhamadsardar8986]

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[@mariasilistra2998]

@@chhamadsardar8986 stop, pls

[@RaqMor13]

Maria Silistra I don’t get it

[@RaqMor13]

CHHAMAD SARDAR what’s that mean?

[@NiniDi100]

Absolutely loved this vlog! Please keep them coming.

[@sarahperez2515]

I LOVE THESE KIND OF VLOGS.

[@2ndchancehypnotherapy]

I love these type of videos!!

[@Sicily_0]

Funniest thing about this vlog is that i didn't see any other person. Even in hospital where she walk a long time and also in the last walking on road no one was there. 😲😲😵😵 figurine out how its possible 😁

[@ViolinMD]

hahah you can tell I've been SUPER careful!!

[@Sicily_0]

😂😂

[@terrellgott1150]

I am 15 years old and I am planning on becoming a doctor and going to medical school. You are such an inspiration and I’m so glad that you’re giving us insight on how medical school and residency works so I’ll know what I’m getting myself into in the coming years if things don’t change. You are super nice and sweet, and when you have a lot to do and it gets stressful you stay calm and you handle it professionally. A lot of people think that it’s all fun and games and whatnot, but it’s not just all fun and games. It’s lives at our hands and can be emotionally, physically, and mentally challenging sometimes. But, enough with my rant. Thank you for these vlogs and videos and keep up the good work! 👍🏽

[@maggie9460]

Can you make a video about choosing a specialty?

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Maggie! Are you wondering about choosing a specialty when you are in medical school or choosing a subspecialty out of internal medicine?

[@maggie9460]

Mostly choosing a specialty in medical school but within internal medicine would be interesting as well as well!

[@XxGLOWphoenix]

i cant help but point out u have gorgeous teeth. keep up the great vids!

[@freshnesss7043]

Great vlog..... New subscriber .... I want to know how are you handling coming up with ddx and coming up with a plan?

[@sahragedleh3731]

It's so incredible, hearing about how many things can happen during the day! You really never know what to expect. Hope you got a chance to do some groceries on your post-call day ;)

[@ViolinMD]

Hey Sahra!! hahah yessss the grocery store was my one and only objective for that post call day!!

[@michellesunshinestar]

My mom hated being on call for her job. (computer programming). It messed up her sleep.

[@ViolinMD]

Yes I can totally understand that!

[@salschlacter9895]

on call for computer programming?? why? heheh

[@juicyjulia81]

Sal Schlacter my husband is a computer programmer and occasionally he has to be on call when they are doing major overnight software installation (or something like that, I am not sure of the exact correct term for it!)

[@havenlyshamblin9033]

Its good that your keeping your oath

[@MikeyJoJo6385]

Subscribed! Please do more vlogging in the hospital. The insight of being in the hospital is one of the reasons why you're becoming my favourite MD vlogger. Thanks!

[@ViolinMD]

Hey Mikey - wow that's a huge complement, thank you so much! yep more to come 😊

[@lakelions1]

I LOVE THIS!!! So interesting

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Libby!!

[@gopalchandkaushik8323]

Libby Falcon hi

[@elizabethchurch9720]

I'm not in the medical profession, but I've spent my fair share of time in the hospital. Its nice to see "the other side".

[@PrimadonnaGirl95]

I was wondering how you got into medicine after complete an undergrad in music, did you have to take extra science courses?

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks for replying Sadori! Hi Primadonna - take a look at this video and let me know if you still have questions that I didn't answer! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y16mkp9rqqt2bMk

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

I could never handle the code blue patients :( I would cry so much for them and their loved ones. I'd be a useless mess of emotions lol so I couldn't be a doctor even though I love medical stuff.

[@DzenanaLovesYou]

I can't stop watching your vlogs lol

[@jackiemarro1744]

I am completely obsessed with your channel! I LOVE the medical field but am not a part of it in my career so you fulfill a portion of me that I cannot lol! I love how accessible you make your videos by explaining key terms without making it feel strictly educationally or infantile. I love these videos and I hope you don't get to busy to keep filming 🤞😊

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks so much Jackie!!

[@MrEvilBunnie]

Hi! I am a nursing student considering applying to med! I love watching your videos because they give me a peek into what it could be like to be a resident! Really inspiring 😊

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Jaden! Great to hear from you - let me know if I can answer any questions for you!

[@tarawilliams4644]

You work so hard! People like you deserve a lot of recognition, and you always seem so positive which inspires me ❤️

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Tara!

[@Jessmakani]

love these videos! thanks for posting them siobhan

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Jessica!!

[@TheBabyBitch94]

Found your vlogs and I like them a lot. New subscriber! It's interesting to see how the hospital life is. Thanks for sharing

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Vilma! Great to hear from you, i'm so glad you are enjoying the videos!!

[@fill-osophyfriday5919]

You literally make me want to try my best in life💕 Love your videos I’m so addicted xxx

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Tea - thank you so much, hearing that makes this whole youtube journey even more worthwhile!

[@havenlyshamblin9033]

You give us hope!!

[@DemiladeAina]

Love the style of this vlog Siobhan! Keep it up :)

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Demilade!

[@andrewherbert5730]

You're so smart, bubbly, happy, energetic, caring, positive, passionate and everything most of us wish we were, and you are saving lives!! You have so many amazing attributes that so many of us aspire for, thank you for sharing your journey with us and for using your talents to do good in the world!

[@erikaarias2122]

Came across ur channel and can’t stop watching lol love your calm voice...! Keep up the good work Doc

[@BrittanyHalstead2012]

Seriously these vlogs are better than Netflix 😍

[@mariyamihs]

I love the way you're always smiling. Your dimples are the cutest!!!

[@callimoor5909]

Thanks for sharing more details in this vlog. It's super interesting to hear about! You're awesome :)

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Calli - thank you!!

[@rockycycle2682]

I've been waiting for a channel like yours for what feels like my whole life. I've got 2 more years until my residency begins and I'm totally psyched for it. Thank you for posting this and keep 'em coming! :D Edit: KZbin's creator on the rise section got me here. For once, I'm not kicking myself for scavenging around for videos on the Trending page lol.

[@kristineinman9674]

You’re so inspirational

[@ViolinMD]

aw thank you Kristine!

[@rainadesai3887]

I am a big fan of your channel because I really want to become a doctor and your teaching me how you do it 👍

[@amiyahmccall1140]

How do you guide yourself around the hospital so well???

[@MsStina84]

There may be signs that we don't see because she has to avoid filming patients.

[@paigeandcedsister]

there are signs plus when you constantly go to the same place you learn your way around

[@desola17]

I’ve just found your channel and.... WOW, you’re amazing!! Such an inspiration!! SUBSCRIBED!! :)

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Amanda 🤗 - wow thank you so much!!

[@ThienTruong-iy5ix]

Hi Violin, what would happen when two pagers go off at the same time? What would you do? Which pager would you prioritize first?

[@alishahindle7812]

Thien Truong her name isnt violin

[@ThienTruong-iy5ix]

My apology, I watched so many of her videos but I don't even know her name haha. Even when she tells us her name right at the beginning of the video all the time.

[@destineydestiney7183]

Hi h

[@MsStina84]

Her name is Siobhan

[@iklol]

Im a doctor on the pager it tells us what priority its is if ist priority 1 we have to attend that first as it could be life threatening

[@erictaylor5462]

3:30 When you said he saw how much yuo had on your plate, I thought he stole your food.

[@yelisbetlucero9955]

Out of all the amazing things Doctors can do....having to wake up on call is the one thing that amazes me. Question: what happens if a doctor falls asleep while on call? If it ever happens that is

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Yelisbet! haha yeah it can feel like a real shock sometimes! If you get a chance to sleep overnight it's definitely encouraged, but sometimes that's only for 20mins or so.... I haven't seen many people just fall asleep on a desk or anything 😂 but i'm sure it has happened! The pagers we have are so loud though, it definitely wakes you up!!

[@thebeautifullife4920]

How many on calls do you get to do a week and is it optional?

[@NataliaAndrea]

Is that what you want to do? Internal medicine? Is that what Dr. House does?

[@Hotsimone24]

Just subscribed. I really like your videos they’re informative and interesting. Also, I like you’re energy. You seem to always be in a good mood. Looking forward to more videos :)

[@katharine2222]

Im a nurse working in mental health. I just started watching your videos and I'm enjoying them. We rely so much on the on call doctors at nights and weekends!

[@jen-a-purr]

Everytime I hear the ding go off when she puts a fun fact pop up on the screen I look for my phone bc that’s the same ding my phone has for text messages, lol 😂😂😂To only realize I’m watching this on my phone🙄🙄🙄

[@reannestennett5781]

I looooovvvvveeee this!!! Thank you so much for uploading this vlog. Please do more when you can :)

[@ViolinMD]

aw wow thanks Reanne - yes don't worry, more to come!

[@bravefight7549]

Ok so your positivity is a medication on its own self... Can't quench my thirst of learning from you! Actually you are my dopamine

[@ashleyryan2]

I love your mug in the beginning of the vlog I think that everyone should get to do something they love at least one time in their life

[@PhantasmalBlonde]

Love these vlogs!

[@naturesbliss2203]

Respect, you guys are really awesome. May the blessings of Nature be upon you guys always.

[@Imperfect21Angel]

Have you ever dealt with a patient with cystic fibrosis

[@dee-annegordon5959]

Where I live/work CF patients are only admitted to the Respiratory ward under the care of a Respirologist (lung specialist), even if they're admitted for non-CF related issues. Other specialities may be asked to consult at times, but they are never admitted under another service/speciality.

[@SofiaLuna1032]

Please make educational videos for premed students and the resources you used! Thanks!! You videos are the best!!

[@HashemSmashem]

Nice vlog! Thank you for the upload. Your accent leads me to believe that you're from Minnesota, am I correct? :)

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Hashem! so close... a little further North 🇨🇦

[@HashemSmashem]

No wonder you're so nice haha. Thank you for your videos!

[@allietogni277]

Haha! Love it, the Tim Hortons gave it away though. No accent like that lives below the border with Tims nearby

[@daniellethorson]

We just got a Tim Horton’s in northern Minnesota :)

[@emanideb1110]

Was it hard when you were in school?

[@andigomez1692]

you make the best vlogs!!

[@ViolinMD]

Thank you Andi!

[@kiehliemcgregor9159]

MY HUNCH HAS BEEN CONFIRMED SHE IS CANADIAN. I LOVE TIMMYS. SO UPSET THAT AMERICA DOESNT HAVE TIMMYS. YOU POOR THINGS

[@djlawlz4041]

I feel ya... *food*

[@juanantoniosuazo1813]

Antonio AL SUAZO 112 1978

[@rachelcriedel]

when she took the page about the patient with high blood sugar i was like "i know this!!!!" i'm a type one diabetic and i actually never have been to hospital for high blood sugar, only low.

[@rettahenry6362]

thank you for your hard work... we nurses love when doctors actually listen to us

[@HBFREEWORLD]

Keep smiling 😄

[@almap6390]

You are so amazing!!!

[@ttaayylloorr00]

What do you specialize in??

[@MsStina84]

Internal medicine

[@jadew8630]

I absolutely love your videos!!! They are so educational, but are still really fun!!

[@annatruesdale2827]

Absolutely Love your vlogs!!!!!!!!! You do an incredible job:)

[@Aristotle2000]

All this medical care is free to patients in Canada. Wow. Wish we had that in the USA.

[@funnibunni500]

I'm someone who loves watching grey's anatomy but I know working as a resident or attending isn't always that dramatic, so I love to see a real life experience of what it's like to work as a doctor! Keep up the amazing work you do and thank you for giving us a glimpse at how you guys do your job! It's so cool! Subscribed ❤️

[@in4med489]

NICE VIDEO! :D

[@janetgela]

Please do more of these vlogs!! I love them:)

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Janet - so glad to hear you are enjoying them!! yes absolutely ☺️

[@americanintegrativepharmac3919]

Great vlog! Wondering if you ever get asked by patients if you prescribe compounded medications.

[@eggletv]

Great vlog! I just started watching you. I just wanted to suggest maybe cutting back on the constant low volume background music? Some music of course adds to the vlog, but I don't think there needs to be a steady stream. Just my opinion - take it or leave it! Have a great day!

[@ViolinMD]

+Vicky Eggleton Hi Vicky! thanks for the feedback - I’ll keep it in mind for the next video!!

[@kyleerogers3135]

Where are you from? Am I the only one who hears an accent

[@ViolinMD]

Hi Kylee - I’m from Canada!

[@kyleerogers3135]

Violin MD I love your vlogs! Keep it up! And I play classical guitar and want to be a doctor!

[@stevethelegend]

Cool video this was the first video I️ watching on your channel my sister n some of my friends are nurses

[@hazeleyes1978]

I dont have kids from last 2 years and 8 mnths. I am having periods from 13 june and what should I take telk me plz help me what shuld I eat tablets name plz I want to be pregnant.

[@JustJAINE]

I love this style of video. :)

[@jaymesjourney6345]

This video was cool! Great job editing it

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Jayme... i've having fun learning as I go 😋

[@saradriggers8173]

You are so funny lady ever I saw you had banana like monkey 🐒,,