My First 6 Months as a Doctor (what it's really like)

[@MrReese]

I have mad respect for everyone who is working in the health sector, especially in hospitals. I don't know how you guys do it, but I wanna thank you for it.

[@maggiejumphighintothesky5526]

@@homecomingday I'm still working 😭

[@oldgoodays4291]

They are heroes for mw

[@user-bi5jz1sj5c]

they're heroes. My mom is a nurse working in a hospital and honestly mad respect, her work isn't easy at all. I could never mentally stand it. It is exhausting

[@gerardwell8247]

Be strong sis

[@TheTraveler2222]

Why? they get paid don't they?

[@Jelinaas]

Sometimes we unconsciously dehumanize doctors neglecting how stressful their occupation is both physically and mentally. Thank you for enlightening us brining up your extraordinary experience and telling the tale from your own lens.

[@acs1990]

They are the real G!! Only people who are physically and mentally strong💪,Rest are just showoff😅

[@aspiknf]

I have never dehumanized doctors in my life. Also, my parents are doctors. I hope you did not mean a literal 'we' because not all of us unconsciously dehumanize doctors.

[@jiv779]

@jelinaas. just stop. never did it occur to her through many years of going to school that her literal efffin job will involve death? thats like me going through pilot school and getting to the airliners and literrally crying about having to land the damn plane. you dont say......

[@aspiknf]

@@jiv779 You make a good point.

[@Judgeman-f3q]

This chick only got to be a doctor because she's pretty. She's the type that repeat the book so if it's covid clot shot then she push for covid clot shot.

[@joellebral3612]

As a retired female French doctor, listening to you, l want to say how much l l appreciate your video and your dedication to your mission. l remember feeling the same 40 years ago but sometimes overwhelmed by the task of being a good and empathetic doctor. You have all the qualities to be an excellent practitioner. But Don't forget that if medecine is an important part of your life, it is not all your life.... Becoming a mother at 40 was the most important event of my life and the beginning of a new happy life and l began working part time. Don't focus only on this wonderful but demanding job! All the very best for you and congratulations for what you have achieved. Dr Vauthieu Bral Joëlle

[@All.About.Health]

My sister is doctor in NHS as well. As she share stories, its really tough work to deal with life death situations often. People dont understand doctors are also human and most of them try their best

[@truthseeker4084]

How can anyone think doctors are not human?

[@All.About.Health]

@@truthseeker4084 it happens. There are situations when a patient dies and yet you need to focus on other emergency situation. And if things don’t happen as planned, people blame doctors on face. These are real life situations. Any doc can conform it

[@alseb931]

@@All.About.Health There are some individuals who are deliberately cruel to certain patients, I've witnessed intentional harm and it was brushed aside, I've heard from various victims expressing the same cover ups and similar cruelty, some of it reaches the media, but a lot of cases are methodically and systematically buried. And it's happening to victims up and down the country.

[@Rainbow_Task_1A]

The fact that you became emotional is a testament of your genuine dedication and vocation to be a doctor. The tears might have been triggered by stress but they origin in a deep care for what you are doing and for whom you are doing it.

[@vblake530530]

I’ve been a practicing physician for almost 40 years and I STILL have emotional , tearful moments. The day it stops will be the day I decide to do something else.

[@nenyeo6090]

@@vblake530530 thank you for your service !

[@grandma460]

Sweetly said 💜

[@alanjaysoncuaycong4002]

Doctor Vasari ℹ introduce my self 💬🎎

[@eternaltann]

@@vblake530530 thats honestly so sweet and inpiring almost?? i wish nothing but good for you

[@johnjacobs5766]

Dear. Dr. Izzy Sealey, I am a M.D. in the US. I am sure you doing your best. Be kind to yourself. Your patients are lucky to have you.

[@ellieyu4734]

I can't imagine the amount of courage it took to hit that publish button and I want to applaud you for it. Watching it was inspiring as a med student and I want to thank you (even though you'll probably never see this comment) for all the motivation and information that you have given me. It gets hard sometimes but an amazing person like you will definitely make it! It won't be easy to transition but you've already made it this far and that itself is awesome. That message goes out to everyone

[@YYogurt-wh8cu]

Yeah they are, all doctors including GP work well for their patients so she should get used to it. Welcome to the working world, she sounds like this was not to be expected. Once you're an adult, you start working and you work those long hours. It's called life unless you are a bum like those aristocrats with castles etc that can't afford them and steal off the public purse, this castle landlord stole furlough, it was for your workers not you when you have income from your castle WTF search the title daily mail: SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Why IS the moneybags boss of The Lady on furlough?

[@JAZZECIE]

❤

[@wjlin1]

it is perfectly OK to vent your steam and emotion!!! Don't feel embarrassed! 30 years ago, I worked as a medical lab technologist in a STAT lab at ER. It was my first job. Very stressful and extremely high pressure to make sure all the test data had to been reported within 30 min because of ER. A lot of yelling from some critical patients' family members because the reports of lab test data were delayed, especially when patients were under CPR. ER doctors were in great need of knowing the patient's blood chemistry!! After 3 years, I quit and pursued my PhD degree in Pathology. Now I work as a professor in one university. Every time, when I had a nightmare while sleeping, the dream was always mainly about my life in a STAT lab at ER. I feel you!!

[@gogogolyra1340]

I dont blame ya.

[@JustinLinMD]

Dear Dr. Sealey, We appreciate your hard work, dedication, and compassion. Your willingness to share your experiences so openly and honestly is a true testament to the kind of doctor and human being you are. You put your heart and soul into every patient encounter, and you genuinely care about positively impacting their lives. Your commitment to continuous learning and growth is also inspiring, and we have no doubt that you will continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients for many years to come. Thank you for all you do, and please know that you are genuinely appreciated. Keep up the great work! Warmly, Justin

[@post-hardcoreGuy]

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[@Emmiee114]

I’m a resident doctor and I have been crying all the time I can’t even hide it at work anymore. 7 critically ill patients have just been thrown at me and I’m expected to know their hospital course etc!! I’m tired, very tired on a cellular level...Sometimes I just don’t know what’s going on and everything is fast paced and I just wanna cry. What am I doing with my life

[@GalexZ-]

Thank you for all you do. This puts into perspective that we all need to take better care of our health & wellbeing to avoid getting ill. We know there are many opposing factions that can cause harm or illness. It's our personal responsibility to prevent that and not to overwhelm others to take care of it for us ❤

[@animekings888]

This is why I TOLD MY SON NOT to BECOME A DOCTOR.. IT WILL BE BAD FOR HIS HEALTH N SANITY ...!!!!!!!!! GOOD THING HE LISTEN TO ME ..!! THROW your son dream of becoming a doctor not worth it.. choose a career that will be less stress and less earning is OK just be thrifty and you will be fine in your retirement ...!!!!!!!!!!! 2nd Option since you are already a doctor is to Go to a Tropical Paradise Philippine Islands you can practice being doctor there with less stressful patient ...(LESS pay for sure but it is ok less stress9LOWER PACE) good for your health, you can do other side hassle to earn money ) !!!!!!! GET OUT NOW BEFORE your cancer cells starts multiplying fast because of TOO MUCH STRESS .. it is just my opinion you can ignore or follow up to you - it is your body & mind .... not mine take care

[@RSwrightMD]

It is hard to be a physician especially early in your career. I suggest you both considering seeing a psychologist for coaching and help with re-framing the stress associated with your residency training and career challenges. The stress of the COVID-19 pandemic has hammered all in healthcare, and many in healthcare (MD's, NP's, PA's, RN's and others) have needed mental health support. It is also important to think about all of the positives you encounter daily with helping people. We work in a wonderful profession but "even doctors cry" as a colleague has said.

[@SiggyMe]

Confusion is the gateway to learning. Without confusion there is no learning. I was told that remember that you aren't the hurting one, the person you are to help needs you to realize the difference. They need you at your best and clear head. Being in that state doesn't mean you don't care it actually you place them before you because you care. Switching empathy positions is imformative yet professionally its not jumping into the river its more dipping you toe in to understand the current to use as part of treatment. The empathy switch is natural and is unconscious, however developing your observing self which you have should already been doing is going to allow you to give yourself emotional space to get the work done. All I had to take a couple of breaks after the situation to collect myself. Did I have some tears you bet, sometimes it was anger. It can vary. You will do well because you are talking about it and that is yourself working through those issues. One of my duties I was the doc that for years place people on suicide watch and took people off suicide watch to discharge. No pressure there. Right!

It's unnerving to read you saying how you're crying all the time and how 7 critically ill patients got thrown onto you. I mean I fully understand how doctors are human but to read how stressed a doctor is while caring for extremely ill patients is not comforting. Maybe speak up and ask for help. Never knew doctors felt like extremely ill patients were merely "thrown" your way?! Maybe placed in your care sounds better. Wouldn't want to upset your day. That is, if you know what's going on.

[@NormalAndBoring]

I am an experienced nurse in the states who recently changed department to ICU and i can really relate to how you want to just find someplace to sit down and cry after some very stressful or very sad event. I tell myself that someone needs to do this, someone needs to be here for these patients and i can push on. I am grateful that i am doing work that is meaningful, but yes, sometimes it is so hard. *hugs and support *

[@helen4ic]

❤

[@piboonmanatpon133]

Keep on and on. Things have black and white.

[@ONEPIECE1997]

Respect! Working in the ICU is hard，because everyone is worried about the uncertain patient

[@FelixForex]

That's why for me I decided to be a doctor of forex trading. But I salute all responsible health workers

[@gogogolyra1340]

I dreaded being assigned to ICUs and ERs

[@perrysrawsoul]

Crying and sobbing is the absolute best thing we can do when we feel like we need to ... thank you for being open and honest, I am crying and sobbing just watching this video

[@JoSh-oo-Ah]

As Kidney Transplant Recipient, and patient to the most wonderful nephrologist (now retired). I'd like to thank you, as I once thanked him. He okayed my transplant when, and gave me the opportunity to raise my 3 year old (now 19). If people like you did not exist, I believe I never would've ever been able to do all those things a Dad should do with his son. Thank you for you, and yes, it's perfectly fine to cry. You hold a very-very tough career. Stay strong, carry on to new horizons. Much Love from Arizona, U. S. A. ❤.

[@YYogurt-wh8cu]

Yeah they are, all doctors including GP work well for their patients so she should get used to it. Welcome to the working world, she sounds like this was not to be expected. Once you're an adult, you start working and you work those long hours. It's called life unless you are a bum like those aristocrats with castles etc that can't afford them and steal off the public purse, this castle landlord stole furlough, it was for your workers not you when you have income from your castle WTF search the title daily mail: SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Why IS the moneybags boss of The Lady on furlough?

[@princessbutterfly3622]

Your 3 year old is around my age ( I was 19 too, last year 2023 at the time of this video being published lol) WTF Omg lol & I work/I worked in the health sector/medical field especially while I was going to school & I'm a Law student and child of 2 Doctors Wow Um U just reminded me how time flew so fast & now we are all big teens/young adults Omg lol!?~😱😒🤨🤧🤩😤🤔🤭🙃🙂😊☺😆🤣😂😅🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻💀☠

[@JoSh-oo-Ah]

@@princessbutterfly3622 Yep! Time does fly. Hearing from you is a blessing, I'm glad to still be here to watch him establish himself, and begin his life. Thank you for writing. GOD bless. ❤️😌

[@JoSh-oo-Ah]

@BearyBoo-tv4vx GOD bless you too. ❤️☺️

[@nguyenpopg0706]

The fact that Izzy's patients are cured by her sweet smile. Keep it up Izzy we are proud of you.

[@ZeroFX1]

I always have respect for people in your field. The amount of pressure and anxiety throughout those moments would be tremendous. Good for you and your perseverance, speaks volumes of character.

[@vanninquine3636]

I was a nurse. You will make an amazing Dr in my opinion. We depend on the medical profession to keep us alive... so take care of yourself and your colleagues. You aren’t a robot so stay strong and find time to eat & drink! I admire you all and thank you for all you do for us! Also, your emotions will inform you. You are clearly overwhelmed and understandably so! You will do just fine😉. Good Luck!

[@Terminator2310]

Izzy, bless you, you brought me almost to tears. You are so honest and open in sharing your experiences and feelings with us, such a beautifully genuine person. We are so proud of you.

[@romanstaszak244]

The sad thing is that many people do not appreciate the doctors' hard work bring involves itself. You are marvelous doctor ❤❤😃😃👍👍 Never give up 😃👋👋❤️❤️

[@hspurr5922]

You have a position of great honour, dealing with people at some of their worst and most vulnerable points. It is okay to recognise that it also has great repercussions. I've been in army reserves, taught in tough schools, helped with embalming in a funeral directors and now training to go either into prison officer or coronial work. One thing that really helped with my PTSD was understanding that stress and upset at the time of an event or when remembering it are reasonable reactions to unreasonable situations. The pressures on the NHS and the fast-paced environment of your work, and being around ill, dying or recently deceased people are all unreasonable, unnatural situations to be in. We're not evolved to like it! Add the pressure of wanting to get it done well for the patients and your colleagues and your own self-drive, then feeling overwhelmed and finding it upsetting is perfectly reasonable, natural and normal. I hope this helps you. Whenever I felt myself feeling swamped by negative emotions like sadness or panic I repeated - these are reasonable emotions, they are natural. This situation is not normal, but I can do what I can to cope with it. My heart truly goes out to you. Great respect for your choice of career, and great respect for conscious choices in your life regardless of where it takes you. You are strong.

[@IzzySealey]

Thank you, this really means a lot ❤ I'll try your tip next time with remembering that these emotions are reasonable and natural, and can be accepted as normal responses to abnormal situations ❤

[@puneetyadav9112]

@@IzzySealey wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

[@josedelgado7145]

​@@IzzySealeyis not easy being a doctor you have to be emotionally neutral

[@anonix4078]

Wow. Great advice to remember.

[@annejia5382]

reading this comment feels like a warm hug ❤

[@jrgingerninja]

omg I just found you on youtube and you have inspired me so much... I've been so unmotivated but your such a bright spark in a dull day. Thanks lots!!

[@th17-cell45]

As a new medical student starting in a few months, my heart sank halfway through this video but then slowly your words of encouragement brought it back to life. I appreciate you posting this video so much and I hope you continue to transition smoothly. I can tell you will be one of the best doctors in any trust you work at!

[@nickschiffers7803]

Seeing this video I just want to give you a big hug. You have my deepest respect for filming yourself at vulnerable moment. Keep up the good work and love your videos!

[@roselynnr]

Izzy, I love how honest and open you are about your experiences as a new doctor. You handle the stress and pressure with dignity and grace. We’re all rooting for you!

[@michaelgregory6883]

You are to be commended for choosing this honorable path. CARING is not the gift of all. THANK YOU.

[@nicolacurtis9440]

I have so much respect for you. It’s completely understandable that you have felt overwhelmed at times. As a society we should value Drs, Nurses and teachers the most. It sounds like you are doing a brilliant job xx

[@DuongThuyTran-q5j]

Thank you Izzy and everyone who is working in the health sector if you see this. Give you a huge respect.

[@blue-xd5et]

Hello Dr Sealy! Thank you for being so transparent and vulnerable, it really truly means a lot. As someone who aspires to go into medicine in the near future, this was really emotional to watch. I really have so, so much respect for you and all other doctors. I aspire to be like you one day, and have the same amount of courage and grace as you ❤️

[@dabi_]

Oof, Ortho as a first rotation is super rough in terms of workload 🥺 I remember my toughest intern shift being 18 hours long and then having about 3-4 hours of sleep, with an hour drive each way. The stress is really tough. If it’s comforting at all: crying in the bathroom is something that I feel like every doctor, including myself, has done. So you’re not at all alone in this feeling. :) One thing I reflected on during my junior doctor years that served me well, is that you should never worry about where you are at the moment in terms of skill. It’s tempting to think stuff like, “I’m not a good enough doctor”, “I’m going to make mistakes”, and “why can’t I seem to do anything right?” But: don’t worry about where you are, “absolutely” speaking. Just focus on your rate of learning, because it’s the only thing you can change. You mentioned in your video that you almost didn’t feel ready to record this video. Even after being a doctor for 7 years, I still find situations which I don’t feel all that ready for, yet am put in the position of having to deal with them. The thing is, you don’t have to do things perfectly in order to be extremely helpful for people. Just do the best you can. ❤ The last thing: as a fellow content creator/doctor, you’ll eventually figure out the balance between those things too, but don’t be afraid to do things in an unconventional way. Everyone’s gonna want to do stuff like specialise and there will be a lot of pressure there. Just carve your own path from first principles and try not to compare yourself to others. These days personally, I spend 2 days as a GP and the rest of my time on KZbin-related stuff, so there is a path forward. 😇

[@alionessprincess]

Why the heck is it legal for the doctors to work almost 24 hrs a day with a few hours of sleep!!! That's so insane. Whoever made those rules should be prosecuted!

[@uploads1964]

@@alionessprincess yeah go for it, it's called the government

[@YYogurt-wh8cu]

Yeah they are, all doctors including GP work well for their patients so she should get used to it. Welcome to the working world, she sounds like this was not to be expected. Once you're an adult, you start working and you work those long hours. It's called life unless you are a bum like those aristocrats with castles etc that can't afford them and steal off the public purse, this castle landlord stole furlough, it was for your workers not you when you have income from your castle WTF search the title daily mail: SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Why IS the moneybags boss of The Lady on furlough?

[@리아-h9e]

Your openness in sharing your life is incredibly valuable to me. It greatly enhances my understanding of others.

[@bpang]

You're a perfectionist which makes things hard on yourself when you feel that you've let yourself, your team or your patients down, totally relate to your outpouring, my last F1 call was in 2004, housemanship was horrible at the start. Lost 10kg by the third month, 5kg in the first. Was chewed up by seniors for really fundamental blunders. Eventually, I somersaulted out of the busiest hospital in March 2004, turned consultant 6 yrs later after passing FRCPath miraculously, felt like a consultoid (imposter syndrome never stops). Life's a journey, not a destination... take time to smell the roses.

[@lydialarson327]

What is F1? :)

[@malcolmkoh7602]

@@lydialarson327Hi, I did a search and it basically means a postgraduate doctor’s program in the UK! About 2 years

[@robynking-oq7kc]

RN for over forty years, absolutely agree that imposter syndrome never stops, that is why you never stop with the ongoing education. Have now retired and still am reading medical/health journals. Why! I have no idea, maybe habit.

[@saqib7173]

I’ve been a doctor now for over 30 years and your experience brought back memories of my time as a newly qualified junior doctor. It seems that nothing has changed. It’s the system that is flawed and not you! The workload needs to be reduced. Take a step back each day and think about the great things that have happened to you as well! Hang in there! Best wishes.

[@aakanshathinks]

Thank you for being so vulnerable and open about your time as a doctor so far. As a first year medical student it’s always great to hear from new fy1s. I wish you the best for your future years as a doctor :)

[@faleiria]

I am a retired radiologist now, started to work in 1978 as xray tech before graduation, get residency from 1980 to 1983 , made military service at operational level, started 3 parallel works and stopped at 2023 , 42 years of work. I hope that your carrier get well paid, with good ambient, at last that you have health! Peace , Honor, Luv to survive!

[@Wolverine999]

I've got a friend who had just graduated from med school for about 1.5 yrs & is now working at one of the hospitals in London... she had told me all the tears & joys she had.... It's a tough job that you do. We're all grateful with all the sweats & hard works you put in. I believe all of us, including all your all subscribers are all proud of you Izzy! You're amazing & you will definitely will become a brilliant doctor & will save a lot of lives!!!!❤ 谢谢你,妳是最好的醫生! Keep up with your good works!!!

[@mstrudacoach]

I feel you Izzy! That's exactly how I felt when I was working at a hospital. I constantly felt inadequate and almost illiterate when the senior colleagues discussed the clinical stuff with all of us. And I know you have already toned it down a lot in this video and tried to stay elegant before us, but the truth is we love you no matter what! This is your channel, your home and you can let all your emotions out and we are here for you! It's perfectly fine to be vulnerable xxx

[@johnsonjo8454]

Hi 💋💋💋🤎🤎

[@med.writer]

In persian we have a proverb which says "Everything would pass" and I use to tell myself when I'm in hard situations. It really works❤

[@igp808]

Aloha from Hawaii Izzy! I believe your destiny is to become a medical school professor. You are not only intelligent, you explain things well, and you naturally have charisma. A career as a professor will provide you the precious time to enjoy life outside of the medical profession, and give you the time to work on creating content which can be utilized by your students. Life is short therefore you must live your life to its fullest.

[@iantran4359]

Izzy, I commend you for your courage in being so vulnerable with all of us. I feel so inspired by what you've shared here as I'm pursuing a vocation in this space as well. Thank you for your work, your compassion for those ill and recovering. Thank you Izzy.

[@juanperdomo1]

Hi. I imagine that many sick people got better just by seeing your smile. It is an environment full of unexpected events that require quick and accurate responses from you. Each patient must be a different experience with emotions that are hard to describe when they are cared for by an angel like you.

[@sarahaitham73]

girl, despite all the pressure you're experiencing, remember that you're serving a massive favor to humanity! some people don't bother to leave a footprint in their lives, and through this video, you already did place a stamp by helping people relate & not feel alone, which is one of the best ways to cope with daily life situations & move on. remember we aren't robots, we aren't emotionless, the escalated sensations inside of us need to be expressed every once in a while, & that without the sorrow we face in life, we wouldn't be able to feel the joyfulness of happy experiences, the same way we feel the excitement & rush of roller coasters because of the low pace it goes with at first.

[@Godblesstaiwan2025]

I adore this doctor sharing so much of her journey and taking on so much responsibility with hard work to dedicate to her medical mission , I can tell her patients are lucky! Best wishes to her 😊

[@samellis04]

The courage this must've taken to post is crazy Izzy, no matter how many kind words or praise Doctors are given it is not enough. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@alecgonzalez3582]

Dear Dr. Izzy, This video clip touched my heart !. It made me feel very vulnerable, human and compassionate to Dr's in general. We as patients usually come to you ( Dr's ) and expect to be fixed but we forget you are also human and have feelings just like anyone else. I am glad you were and are able to get emotional support ( as you did by calling some one ) . I wish I had that ( Some one to call ) . Thank you for sharing your six months of experience as a Dr. I wish and hope you are doing well as of this comment. Oh ! and Congratulations on your 200 K, KZbin Plaque

[@jeremyl.1667]

You are a kind and courageous doctor with a good heart, and your patients are extremely lucky to be taken care by you. Keep shining, the NHS needs you and so do we, God bless ,Dr.Sealy.🙏❤

[@defariase]

In my humble opinion, someone who gets emotional about their decisions, mistakes or consequences of their acts is a person who cares. That is a part of what makes good person and a great doctor. Thank you for sharing your experiences with honesty. You are awesome and I wish you could be my doctor. Lol!. I wish you all the best on your journey. Cheers! 🙂

[@halchen4296]

As a resident in paediatric for 3 years, I really can get into your shoes. Especially, the first working day, we should become mature immediately and deal with tedious tasks and paperworks. It is quite stressful, as if we are still medical student just few days before. Even the first night shift was also remarkable and memorable. Learning how to order precisely, apply procedure accurately and timely, and absorbed piles of knowledge, somehow make us exhausted. Nonetheless, seeing patients recover and discharge soundly whatever we did is priceless. Every cloud has its silver lining. Hope us get stronger. Best regard from Taiwan

[@mumdiaries]

I’m not practicing in the medical field and I only have my phlebotomist license, but I am a patient from time to time, and seeing you express your emotions means so much to me because a lot of times doctors are so medical and it feels detached from their humanity. I’m so happy to see there are doctors like you who truly care about their patients wellbeing, if that’s where the emotions are partially stemming from. 💌

[@ymhktravel]

Sometimes, I think up to a point when one has seen too much deaths and pain and demanding patients, one also chooses to become desensitised by it all in order to preserve the sanity. However, I feel if medicine practice has ever come to this point (or for any other profession), then it'd be better to quit and find a new path that'd energise you.

[@Veracityseeker7]

Amen.❤

[@jothamdaledejesus2708]

I'm not going into med... but I am going into the military as and officer. I still have to go through the selection board etc, but hearing what you've said in this video, though it is about med, it really helped me realise a few things. So thanks, and from what my parents have told me, working as nurses in hospitals, helping out both senior and junior doctors, it'll get better. Especially with your insanely good attitude and enthusiasm for your job. Good luck! And thanks again 😁.

[@philtheo]

The first 6 months of internship or even the entire year are brutal. It's arguably a bigger shift from med school to residency than even from undergrad to med school. But once you make it past the first year, it gets much better. Every year gets a little bit better. Attending life is awesome.

[@noraaa8479]

Thank you I needed to read this I’m struggling so bad

[@internetstranger3686]

​​@@noraaa8479same, not even in internship yet (lol) but comments like this calm me down a lot, there's light at the end of the tunnel after all

[@iflguns]

I’ve always had a great respect for nurses and doctors, especially in times of war. Their work is so important, taxing and critical to military operations and society in general, yet it’s often overlooked. Much respect to the work your doing and the journey your on. Thoughts and prayers. 🕊️

[@danushkafernando9991]

This video is absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, it captivated my attention and left me wanting more. The content was engaging, well-presented, and highly informative. The visuals were stunning, with crisp and vibrant imagery that brought the subject matter to life. The editing was seamless, ensuring a smooth flow of information and keeping me hooked throughout. Additionally, the audio quality was superb, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the video's message. Overall, this video was a true delight to watch, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an enjoyable and enriching viewing experience

[@fahadrahman8996]

It's okay to feel emotional. Moments like this happen in such a field but always keep moving forward and never give up. In all honesty, you are a huge example for many people and students out there. I have my A levels in a less than a month. Preparation is difficult however you have always helped me push forward as your an example of positivity and happiness in this difficult world. The role you undertake is special and not many people can do what you do, so know that your someone of great capability. My father is a psychiatrist who works for the NHS and he always mentions the hardships that come with being a doctor. Alot mostly stress but I think your someone unique and amazing because you always have that beautiful smile at the end of the day. What matters is that your getting through things really well. Your strong lizzy and no one can change that ❤️. With you every step of the way.

[@iknowtheending324]

Thank you so much for posting this video, it is rare to see an honest perspective on working in the NHS on social media/online (which is probably the reason why This Is Going to Hurt was a bestseller) and seeing that you, a Cambridge medical graduate, also struggle is really inspirational to me. Thank you again Dr. Izzy!!!

[@dreamer.on.cloud..]

I don’t know what to say but I hope everything is going well with you. I have a huge respect to doctors and nurses. I myself have been admitted to hospital and had surgery multiple times. The last time was few months ago when I had to have surgery for my cancer, the doctors and the nurses took a very good care of me. They were extremely gentle and supportive. They helped me went through every difficult phase of my treatment. That helped me a lot when I was in my lowest, physically and emotionally. I’m very grateful for everything they’ve done for me. You and others working in your field are doing a very good job helping people. I know it’s hard sometimes, but I hope you can overcome it. Wish you the best.

[@ThePortmaccer]

Izzy, what a lovely humane human being you are, thank you for showing it!

[@dannyb016]

All you guys in the medical profession especially within the NHS are heros doing what you do. I used to work shifts as an IT engineer which was bad enough... I've no idea how you guys cope making those sorts of decisions through the haze of exhaustion and stress. Seeing the toll the first 6 months has taken on you, you deserve all the praise in the world for pursuing a career like you have. Wish nothing but success for you in the future and who knows maybe the government will start coughing up some more £££ for you sometime soon as god knows you lot deserve it!

[@DieterduToit]

That sounds hectic, Izzy! This resonates with me, even though I'm in another field of work. It was quite helpful. Thanks for posting and God Bless!

[@sanytee4557]

I can't imagine the emotion and the challenges you are going through as a first year doctor but one thing for sure, you have my respect. As you said "The Journey Is The Destination". Have faith in what you do and never never surrender.

[@toshichamu9533]

Ever heard doctors story before. Just a lot of respect, appreciation and blessings. Somebody over there please give her a biiiiig hug man!!! Wish your success and sending love from Japan🇯🇵

[@jimweiss4019]

Being emotional is perfectly ok. It's human. You are human. Don't ever lose that! You are a talented, caring, compassionate professional. No one rises to the occasion. We all fall to the highest level of preparation. You are trained and prepared. You got this girl! Don't ever forget that. You are kind and caring. The profession needs you. This is your calling and you deliver. Job well done!

[@rubiirae]

Aww thanks for sharing your vulnerable side with us. Trust me it'll get easier and being a doctor is such a rewarding career. My husband is also a doctor and has shed some so many tears throughout his residency, even every now and then as attending physician because you're never fully prepared for what cases that are being thrown at you. It's very emotional and physically taxing. Please remember to give yourself grace and don't be afraid to ask for help when needed, you don't have to put all the burdens on yourself 🌸🌺

[@lucieyoo5662]

This is the most touching and inspiring video you posted so far. Thank you for sharing your experience, Izzy. You’re my favourite KZbinr, my role model and my source of inspiration. If there are angels on earth, you’d definitely be one of them. Thank you for the lovely you! I’m so grateful for you! ❤️🥰

[@C.E.A.B.]

Thk you, genuinely, for being an NHS Dr. Everyone remembers how your Dr treats you in frightening and stressful circumstances. My sister recently had a hugely positive dialogue with a specialist Dr (epilepsy) a few months ago, which basically saved a family member’s life… whereas just before NY another Dr told her “Don’t you know how busy we are at the NHS?!” when she had a simple (but significant) request. Pls always remember how you feel now as a Dr and don’t get battered by the system to become someone who shouldn’t have anything to do with sick people.

[@albertguerra6615]

Hi Izzy, many of us feel stress and get overwhelmed not because we're taking on too much, but because we're taking on too little of what strengthens us. God bless you izzy.

[@Alldayanyday1OnThePS4]

Careers/Jobs where you have to deal with people is generally the worst but also the best. It's the worst because a lot of people tend to dehumanize you, they treat you as if you're a machine that shouldn't make any mistakes. It's the best because you're in a position of being able to help people and meet some amazing people. It's a tricky work position, I work as a teacher and it's such an uphill battle with it's occasional rollercoaster dives.

[@colleenm9188]

I hope many young physicians as well as many people who aren't in the medical profession watch your video. Your compassion and your humanity is really touching. I also see how much you love your training and your work in a team. That's inspiring! Your advice about self care and boundaries are very helpful, too. Thank you for this video.

[@DavidMussington]

I think that your courage and self knowledge is extremely impressive. In other words, you are and will undoubtedly remain, an impressive medical professional.

[@meimeix1202]

this actually makes me feel better, whenever I feel stressed about my job then I think of some others who have a much more stressful job than me😅

[@huagrey7668]

Wow - An amazing video. You are an incredible person. Please, absolutely, absolutely no need to apologize. (But we have come to know that being polite and courteous is a wonderful and genuine part of your nature.) It is so, so clear that you are an incredibly compassionate, skilled, and caring physician. If all physicians had the heart and skills that you have, NHS, and the profession would be so much better off. I really hope that you had family and friends there nearby to give you a big hug, support, and console you when you needed it. Thank you for having the courage to share. You are an incredible role model and the best of humanity.

[@yingzhousoo4855]

Thank you Izzy for your most heartfelt reflections :) I'm a pharmacist practicing in Singapore and I can totally relate to how it felt when I first transitioned from a student to a professional. It was really tough back then as a newbie at the height of the pandemic. One day I was a student with no responsibilities, and the next day I was in charge of a full ward of patients. I felt like I wasn't enough all the time. I felt like I was making more mistakes at work than in my exams. The pressure was real. Every day was a new battle that I had to give my 101% effort. Eventually things did get better with more experience. I am really grateful to have supportive peers go through that baptism of fire with me :) If there was one thing I learnt from the training, it's that I still have a lot to learn. Truth is, school can never fully prepare us as there is only so much our professors can teach us. I am still learning as much as I can today for myself, and perhaps more importantly for the patients I serve. They are what keep me going everyday :) Healthcare is a tough but rewarding profession. It only gets better with time. Stay strong my dear ❤

[@gogogolyra1340]

I blame the hospital for cutting costs tbh. The nurse to patient ratio in my hospital is 1:5

[@ozpinoy]

My sister loved being in Ortho, it was no surprise that when she was head hunted to work for a small group. She accepted and she is so much happier now.

[@mdislam9869]

Hey Izzy I am senior physician, working in Saudi Arabia. I wanna tell you we all physicians suffer such pressure. But still it is worth being a physician- you are serving ailing humanities. God bless

[@namis2841]

How is it like working in SA? Do you work long hours?? How many days a week? Do they have primary care over there?

[@guy7su929]

I just have so much admiration for you and your dedication, don't be hard on yourself - your patients are really lucky to have you. Thank you for this perspective - we now know.

[@kahhengyeong7947]

Those are aspiring to be a medical professional, especially for those who are going to be the difference between life and death, should watch this and be prepared. There is no way I dare to to be in this line even if I get paid a huge load. Respect and salute for what you do!

[@masoncusack]

And they definitely don't get paid a huge load. Quite the opposite in the UK. It's a miracle anyone wants to do it.

[@YouStillNeedToSleep]

The training at school takes you step by step. But in the real job it's a BiG jump!!!

[@wstan3927]

Remember, being a doctor is not just a job; it's a calling and a noble pursuit. Your dedication to the well-being of others is commendable, and the impact you make is profound. Keep up the excellent work, and take pride in the difference you are making in the lives of your patients and the broader community.

[@davidcox4662]

Very open and honest video. Takes a lot of courage to be that introspective and more so to verbalise your inner thoughts . It’s now my 44th year in healthcare as a paramedic but I remember my early years only too well and ‘terrifying’ they felt. Well done on this video 👌👌👍👍

[@Kate-ko2fy]

i’m currently a final year medical student in new zealand and in this attachment my house officers have been really pushing me to undertake more responsibility, and it’s been quite hard and it’s really hard not to feel inadequate. i graduate in december and i still feel like i’m not ready to be a doctor. i completely understand how you feel :( i know pgy1 will be challenging and seeing you show your true feelings on camera make me feel like i’m not alone. thanks for sharing this :)

[@Alina2366]

You are very hardworking and gorgeous woman 😍

[@thivyahthayaparan6313]

you're honestly amazing and so talented! God bless you and i'm praying for you

[@Re-Booter]

Angelic people like you are ESSENTIAL for the health sector to work, I'm sure it is hard not to feel like you're losing parts of yourself in the process at times? But seeing all the trauma brands a person in some way. Keep it up we all owe you BIG THANKS, we depend on people like you.

[@ausi009]

Thank you for sharing your personal experiences as doctor. You are amazing person and empath and you will be a great doctor.

[@delinaland]

Thank you for your story Izzy. I’m graduating med school next year and I honestly can’t imagine if I’m able handle the transition of becoming a junior doctor. I feel so unprepared and inadequate even as a final year student. I don’t even know if I want to become a doctor or not after I graduate.

[@charleswalters5284]

So don't worry, the people you're taught to respect turn out to be hacks, you can't do any worse than them.

[@zensupplies8248]

Its normal to breakdown once in a way since you're new to the job but with time you'll get used to it and become a super successful Doctor. Good Luck!!

[@martinripka6898]

A) I thank God for this dedicated young doctor. You have a hard but great future. As a patient I would ba glad to experience such effort and competence. B) Am I the only one left to notice, that there is a genuine difference between women and men? And what a wonderful one.

[@foylebutler8952]

I cant imagine how stressful being in health can be . Bless you all . I just had a 5 hour eye surgery . The Dr. removed an artificial lens that had came loose and installed a new one . She did it all through a very tiny hole in the side of my eye with very tiny tools . Amasing skill . Nerves of steel .

[@nv35853]

Being a doctor, I can understand how other doctor will feel the pressure and the hectic work we are going through

[@pinkmangooooo]

Do u regret it. I have an offer from medical school but I rlly don’t know if I want to do it anymore

[@christineferreyra1695]

It's refreshing to see a compassionate doctor & sharing your experiences. ❤

[@JJW27324]

I felt the same way during my first year teaching, too many responsibilities and not even enough time to eat or go to the toilet sometimes. Needless to say I left after the first year to find something more humane. Honestly the system is a joke (NHS sounds no different, and tbh probably much worse) and until something is done about it, it doesn't deserve you. But if you do decide to stay then you have nothing but my respect for doing such an important job. All you can do is what's right for you ❤️

[@lona0540]

I’m watching your video for the first time. I’m seeing you as a New Physician & As a young woman. I could not be more impressed to see a woman in your position so freely (& I know this was not easy to expose your innermost feelings, well, much of your emotional self) express how challenging & demanding, stressful & taxing, requiring you to perform, as a Doctor, on real living people. I hope the public viewing this, learn that Do tors are real people too. Thank You Dr Izzy, (by the way, I love your name. It is shared by my beautiful granddaughter. You, Dr. Izzy, are the personification of a BEAUTIFUL PERSON WITH EXCELLENT CHARACTER PERFORMING THE MOST DEMANDING OF ALL TASK, KEEPING PEOPLE HEALTHY, & COMMUNICATING HEARTFELT FEELINGS TO US, THE PATIENTS, & SHOWING US YOU ARE ALSO HUMAN.

[@yoshifumimiura4913]

Watching ur video, I remembered my first year. It was very hard and thought I cannot continue. Actually I place a resignation on the boss’s desk. He persuaded me to take a week off. Coming back, I realized I became a strong person even to help my colleagues. You can make it.

[@vanessa-ig2jr]

your emotions are valid and you should be so proud of yourself for moving forward and learning from your mistakes, even though it is difficult journey!

[@lathifahyasminwulandari272]

hi doctor Izzy ! I'm Yasmine from Indonesia and i also went to medical school and currently just passed my board exam after 6,5 years of struggling to achieve my degree. Watching your video makes me feel that I'm not alone for dealing with stress in my medical work especially during my clinical clerkship. Thank you for your comforting video ! You are such an angel and your patient will be grateful to have you as their doctor..

[@YYogurt-wh8cu]

Yeah they are, all doctors including GP work well for their patients so she should get used to it. Welcome to the working world, she sounds like this was not to be expected. Once you're an adult, you start working and you work those long hours. It's called life unless you are a bum like those aristocrats with castles etc that can't afford them and steal off the public purse, this castle landlord stole furlough, it was for your workers not you when you have income from your castle WTF search the title daily mail: SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Why IS the moneybags boss of The Lady on furlough?

[@sinlich]

Thank you for being vulnerable and sincere with us! And thank you for your hard work, thanks to all the health workers 🙏🏻

[@ivy.noppanica]

Thank you for sharing this with us, i really respect and really apprecieate the things you do and share with us. I'm currently a med student learning chinese and i've been watching your videos and inspired by them for a year now i believe. you are my idol and a big part of my motivation. i hope your experience keep getting better and better. love to hear from you

[@GerardfromMS]

Thank you! I'm a physician as well. I know the feeling well. Many don't know how much it takes to care for the suffering - you sacrifice your time and so much of your life just to help. Then when we are there on the wards all we want to is to help and never harm. I'm grateful for you and I'm praying that you keep going with strength! So so proud of you. Warmly - G

[@andreasfreyaldenhoven5785]

Your way of distancing yourself from work for a few minutes and letting yourself feel the pain of the stress is very healthy. Remember that this happened. I am sure you will. Good luck.

[@robynking-oq7kc]

Dear Dr Izzy, I think what you are experiencing is quite normal and there are plenty of young doctors and nurses out there feeling the same. I was an RN for over 40 years, the health systems both locally and at an international level have become more complex, more litigious over the generations, placing immense pressure on the health carers. I noted that each generation adapted, survived and still continued to be innovative. You have just begun your journey, you will adapt, you have already recognized some of your supports/coping mechanisms. Be assured that you will retain that very human compassion, there will still be plenty of tears, but there will be times of great joy that will continue to motivate you to be a great doctor.

[@queenieshanix]

I am imagining you being a princess rather than a doctor. :) Imagine her alongside Princess Kate.

[@ogieocampo2243]

The most GORGEOUS doctor I’ve ever seen …. !!! Good Luck Doc … 💐💐💐😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@natman2005]

Dear Izzy, and fellow Dr. You are a credit to the world and to our NHS. We are all so lucky to have you. Inspirational, warm and a genuinely lovely person. Your messages radiate to your subscribers and everyone else watching. The world is a better place with you in it. Thank you