Is Medical School Worth It!? Time. Money. Sacrifices | Thoughts From an ER Resident

[@ayandasimelane3505]

Skip to 10.40 to get answer to topic of video.

[@TheBodyScientist81]

Thanks!

[@imtryingmybestman]

Wow, I’m studying for the MCAT and applying next cycle and you just said something that struck a chord with me: “If you can picture yourself doing anything else or if you’re passionate about anything else then you shouldn’t do it”. This is my biggest internal struggle rn because I feel torn between my love for science/medicine/helping others and my countless other passions. I’m the kind of person that commits 120% to something, so I’m going to continue with this cycle and try my hardest on this endeavor, I’m just really scared of missing out on my own personal life. Insightful video!

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

That is a valid concern. With a lot of effort and time management, you can still maintain your personal life in medicine.

[@harvestingseason2725]

Did u get in?:)

[@lifeofacaribwoman]

Your own insight is the fear of and internal struggle of the MCAT... Or the lack there of? Please let me know if I am clear on that. I have definitely risen to the occasion of precisely having that fear! If you don't mind me stating- lady I'm just making simple conversation about secretly loving the weather. This is a forum for me while I smoke crack! If you can't understand please don't comment! I have a plug and---->>>that's final!

[@abigaelf1]

so glad you talked about medicine not being for everyone. I quickly came to realization that it wasn't for me. I found out i'm actually interested in business/sales...

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Yesss! Glad you found a path for you!

[@peacearobieke]

I'm interested in business too! How'd you tell your parents?

[@abigaelf1]

Peace Arobieke I just told them it’s not them studying for it 😭😭😂😂😂and I showed them sales/business potential outcome and they agreed 😩

[@peacearobieke]

@@abigaelf1 what outcome did u show them?

[@danijeyasridhar]

i deny with ur idea dont give a conclusiob by watching one video research more dude and atlast if u feel ok with it then go on with ur own decision

[@lorenarodrip]

You’re just simply amazing and an inspiration to med students and us interns trying to figure this whole thing out. Stay blessed!

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Thank you for those kind words!

[@GroveCollaborative]

Thank you for partnering with us to encourage healthy home habits! Together, we can make a difference. 💚

[@ololadeaigoro9285]

Your home is beautiful🔥

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Thank you!

[@ninahill8081]

I am getting ready to graduate in the Fall 2021 from UC Berkeley in Social Welfare and will be also applying to graduate school for Fall 2022 for my MSW in Social Work and I work in healthcare now, when I see a Doctor who looks like me I go up to them and tell them that I truly appreciate them because Representation Matter because growing up there has not been a lot of black doctors in healthcare, and when I see them I know they are doing it from the heart and they want to make a different in their community. My son will be a junior in high school is majoring in engineering a 4.0 student, smart, and he plays basketball and people are shock. He is breaking the narrative and I hope he chose a college that will support him in his journey as a black male (praying he picks an HBCU) because I feel he will get the support he need because representation matters!!!!

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Yes, representation is SO important

[@akomaoremi9992]

Definitely agree! I feel like there are the intrinsic sacrifices and then the social ones from medicine culture. I'm holding hope that the cultural ones can be worked on and improved 🙏🏾

[@hannahcook9477]

Your answer was amazing. I am an MS2 and constantly watching friends getting jobs and enjoying their 20s as well as missing out on major life events and seeing my family... but can't see myself doing anything else :)

[@orlandogastonchandleraziz9855]

We have to get a grip on single- use plastics!!!!

[@Stoney1217]

Lol I’m so jaded and defeated by med school as an M4 that I just read the title and instinctually said out loud “NO!!” 😂😂😂

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

I feel you. Definitely a tough journey

[@tar4604]

Same sis. I’m ready to get off this ride 🤣

[@joy57581]

Me too sis.

[@Stoney1217]

@@joy57581 lmaoooo yall we need a support group 😂😂 people who are exhausted but in too deep

[@Sunsetblaze1016]

I totally agree with you on, "Ask the WHY'S" and ALWAYS 🦋LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE🦋

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Absolutely!

[@stasiai.6090]

Hey Dr. E, thank you for your thoughts concerning “Is medicine worth it?” I’m also glad that you mentioned how you strive to show that you are living your life outside of medicine, in each of your vlogs. I also desire to become a physician one day and I keep forgetting to “live” while going through this journey lol. As always, thank you for another vlog 🙂.

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Thanks for watching

[@WinnersClub-s7f]

You really have to realize what the real story line is. Being a physician is a big deal. I requested to be a Nurse Practitioner, though also to obtain that in 8 years. Not in two years; we are wearing masks and people still don't get it. Being a foreigner, sent here for my education is a dangerous thing to the American hierchy. If you have to accomplish your goals striping foreigners that pay your rent/mortgage is something I am just frustrated with. I am foreign and not to be manipulated or branded for doing what Eastern religion has always had a continued leading hand in.

[@MayraaLorenaa4]

Yessss!!!! So happy to see you finally moving into being sustainably conscious ♻️🤍

[@samanthabrown359]

I went to that vineyard with my coworkers. It was super cool. I just hated that gravel road. We were trying to figure out what came first the vineyard or the houses around it. LOL! Great video. I wish I could get you to speak to my students that are interested in medicine.

[@shantaer.7339]

I needed to see this video! Call it confirmation bias or cognitive dissonance -- whatever it is, I needed this and it is further supporting my decision - A 2022 cycle applicant with doubts

[@mantha3609]

This video is so needed. I just started my pediatric residency and I'm not happy. I literally have been wondering if I should stay and what I would even do if I leave. It is a lot :/

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

I’m so sorry to hear that. Is there anything specifically that you can pinpoint causing your unhappiness? Are you able to talk to anyone in your program about this?

[@mantha3609]

@@WhiteCoatChronicles I think it is because I am not passionate about it. I love working with children so I assumed I should go into Pediatrics, but now I'm not so sure. I'm trying to make sure that I'm not just feeling nervous/anxious causing these feelings too...but that's why I appreciate you video. Being in medicine is a lot and most people don't talk about it.

[@eccentriclocs]

Always nice to have a Stanley appearance! Hope you guys have a good week🖤💕

[@micadavis8489]

What are your thoughts on non-traditional medical students? As I am not in my 20s and thinking about a career change, I also already work in Healthcare

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

No thoughts personally. You just have to think about the time investment at this point. The 4 years of med school + residency. Plus loss of wages since you’ve already been working. If you can’t see yourself doing anything else, then go for it. There are a lot of people who have made the career switch into medicine.

[@micadavis8489]

@@WhiteCoatChronicles Thank you I'm going to do it

[@sharondawilliams7707]

I was an educator for over 25 years. I recently graduated with my RN degree in May. GO FOR IT!!!

[@WinnersClub-s7f]

That is a hot topic right now, I am getting offers from multiple medical schools. I am really not to move forward with it. Proving a point is not that lucrative. True Flowers LPN, RN, CST

[@harvestingseason2725]

So what did u do? Did u went to med?

[@MelloneeKecia]

Great vlog as always and definitely enjoyed this love watching your videos 👍🏾👏🏾🤗❤️🥰 you pick out the best home decor pieces

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Thank you 🤗

[@MelloneeKecia]

@@WhiteCoatChronicles You’re very welcome anytime🤗

[@TheBodyScientist81]

This is a great video. Congrats on all of your success and thanks for sharing.

[@MNP208]

Keep the side table and have Stanley paint the top! As a RN, I didn't want my own kids to have a career in medicine. I've spent too many holidays away from family who live in another state. Two of my kids are engineers and made more money by the age of 23 than I'll ever make. That being said, if all they ever wanted to be was a Dr., I would have encouraged them.

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Yep, holidays are a big one. So. Many. Sacrifices.

[@MNP208]

It’s not just about the holiday itself. I’m willing to take my turn. It’s about lack of staff to cover. It’s impossible to take off on the days that surround the holiday too.

[@shaydelre1898]

I was on the fence about the little table too, but once I saw it in your room, I think I would return it. I'm at war with that wood.... but just my opinion!

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Yep I returned it haha

[@shaydelre1898]

@@WhiteCoatChronicles Yea good call. Everything looks gorgeous btw !!!

[@imanideboulet7532]

Love your videos!! In reference to the table, I dont think it suits the area seeing that the other items are white. I makes that corner look gloomy lol

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Yeah I agree! I returned it.

[@forstinaanyaoha132]

Great honest answer

[@bukirwastellah5319]

🤗🤗

[@michellebarnermckeej.d.3347]

❤❤❤

[@MinervaSanchez-Tenorio]

I am 37, no kids no marriage

[@princess287love]

I hope I get a scholarship to go to med school. If not, I can’t go 😩

[@WhiteCoatChronicles]

Why can’t you go if you don’t get a scholarship? Are student loans not an option for you?

[@princess287love]

@@WhiteCoatChronicles Yes, student loans are an option but I’m just afraid of debt and how long it’ll take me to pay it off 😩 But it’s always been my dream to be a physician, so I’ll most likely go if I get accepted 😂

[@theupdatebySwashy]

Financially, is it worth it? I mean if you wish to be a wealthy person and all that.

[@antoinetteg.7151]

You can have wealth in most fields if you live below your means and invest saved income. Most doctors, after student loans, make wages comparable to those in the tech industry and engineering. As Dr. Precious mentioned, the number 1 reason to become a doctor is the desire to serve your patients and lead a team of health professionals. Regardless of the profession, it is all about how much you save and invest if the goal is wealth.

[@MNP208]

Don’t go into medicine just because you want to be wealthy. You will be miserable. It has to be your passion.

[@theupdatebySwashy]

@@MNP208 it’s a major determinant for me, not here to sing all those passion stuff, coz passion dies when it doesn’t provide your needs and wants while at the same time giving a freedom of time , which varies from person to person and for me, my passion is to accumulate wealth while having the freedom of time. But I guess medicine is for the most part of it a profession of Passion rather than wealth accumulation.

[@MNP208]

@@theupdatebySwashy working in medicine will not give you “freedom of time”. Most MDs (not ER) take their laptops on vacation to address the hundreds of inbox messages that would accumulate otherwise.