My First Week As An ICU Resident Doctor

[@ShaunAndersen]

If you’re watching this… GOOD MORNING AND HAVE AN AMAZING DAY! 😋 Also make sure to leave a LIKE and COMMENT on this video! It helps the algorithm so much and I would really appreciate it ❤️

[@Janet175]

I was in ICU in October 9th apparently I pulled out my tube from my throat. I only remember them yelling at me no Janet no!! Lol shit happens. I had a soar throat for 3 weeks. As a patient I only ask Doctors to be honest and not beat around the bush. Never sugar coat the truth. I have SPC and it's 100% terminal. I will not survive and I will be signing a DNR. I'm prepaid for my funeral. This is life.. all comes to and end

[@camillebl9041]

Aireooooelelor loyal

[@camillebl9041]

Tenue serre oe revoir en revanche, grosrl

[@dberr1509]

I admire your dedication to learning how to be the best doctor 😊

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you! 😃

[@thelittleone920]

Ive been watching ur vids every week for about 3 months, and i just have to say you have the best most contagious smile ever. keep being you and goodluck with this rotation!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Awhhh thank you so much 🥺

[@pablodejesus1373]

You' er welcome friend 🤝✋🙏🏻🙏🏻👍❤

[@emmanuelle8032]

​@@ShaunAndersenA great smile and amazing eyebrows 😊

[@janegotshalk6105]

Shaun, this rotation too shall pass. You're working with the sickest patients in the hospital and they need you. I would imagine that anesthesiologists spend some time in the ICU as many patients have been through life changing surgeries. Good luck. You'll do fine.

[@ShaunAndersen]

You're totally right, and yes anesthesiologists are in the ICU and some even do fellowship in critical care! This is a very good rotation for my learning :)

[@thepedestrian0]

" first ICU rotation today" queue the music "Highway to Hell" HAHAHAHA

[@ShaunAndersen]

LMAOOOO it’s the vibe for sure :p

[@kade7102]

I’m a new graduate RN, and I’m near full time student, majoring in biochemistry for medical school. I began working in the MICU about 5 months ago, such a humbling experience. I still get nervous going into work every day. Good luck on your ICU journey!

[@soqqzrty]

I like Shaun and his enthusiasm towards life and medicine. Cute dimples and sunshine like warm, infectious smile.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much :’)

[@JennyFromThePark]

Worked as an ICU nurse for 23 years. Every day was an adventure… loved it!!

[@lenagrace406]

Your attitude and sincerity keeping me coming back for more. All you can do is your best and I have zero doubt you will tackle this rotation and boards one day at a time.

[@ShaunAndersen]

That's so nice of you :) thank you!

[@rahulnadig9873]

My guy is on one of the toughest services, and still has the time to vlog. Thanks so much for putting out the content Shaun. Enjoy your day off :)

[@ShaunAndersen]

its not easy but im getting it done haha :P thank you so much!

[@susanchristineknisely3546]

Don't sweat it, be nice to the ICU nurses and we will walk you right through it. You might even decide to get out of the OR full time and do some ICU Intensivist shifts someday. Good luck!

[@judyl.6550]

Your motivation is palpable! I’m glad you recognize the drain on your emotional and physical energy; if being a doctor was easy, more people would be trying to enter medicine. Truly enjoy your videos and the honesty you bring. Thanks for what you do!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@GlendaHalstead]

I have been watching your videos for just a short time and I just have to say that your kindness and understanding is going to make you a GREAT Doctor. I can only imagine how challenging the ICU rotation is but it sounds like you are learning so much and evolving which is awesome. Keep up the great work, you're doing great. Rest as much as you can and just keep being YOU and Awesome.

[@ShaunAndersen]

thats so nice of you :) thank you so much

[@dbn9874]

After emergency surgery for a PE, I was in ICU overnight and I have to say I never even imagined such a level of care existed. After what I'd just been through, that team really helped me calm down and feel like I was going to be just fine. I can't imagine the stress of that job but certainly you'd have to feel like you accomplish a lot every day. Perhaps more than most other roles in the hospital.

[@21yroldmedstudent]

Hi Dr. Shaun, I know I've probably typed this a number of times under your comment section but I want you to know that your videos give this Nigerian med student here hope that one day I'll experience this too. So I shouldn't give up yet. Wishing you all the best in this rotation.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@MichelleLibamba]

Wow, it's so amazing to see that you are not only learning medicine, your becoming more resilient, courageous and positive even on bad days 😊... Can't wait to see you as a board certified doctor because I know youll make a great one 😊

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@AWWx2]

This was one of your greatest vlogs and you have so many great ones !! Really like your summation section and I hope most of your fans stay through the vlog to hear that part.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@JoseBarrios-bn7nx]

Great work Sean, keep it going. Incredible have seen you grow from a premed student interviewing for medical school to now a full fledged doctor saving lives in the ICU. What a journey

[@ShaunAndersen]

thanks for joining me on this long journey! :)

[@miguelmaqueda9073]

Dr. Shaun your doing such an amazing job. Keep up the great content. I know you are going to do great things in this new rotation!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@Stargazer771]

Good luck with the new rotation Dr Shaun, you'll slay it, just do you! ❤

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you!!🙏🏻

[@boyslikemelo]

I've spent most of my social work career in different ICUs and I absolutely love it and enjoy working on those teams!

[@daleharris6159]

Shaun, it is tough at times but very rewarding. I've been retired for a while from medicine but it was a great journey for me. I started out in the Navy as a general duty Corpsman and in that role I rotated first into Urology then Internal Medicine and then ER. I attended many sub-specialty schools while in the Navy....Emergency Medical Technician then the Navy sent me off to school for Paramedic. While in the hospital setting I worked in the ICU and you are correct, it's a very tight knit group and I loved it. Hang in there Shaun! You're doing well!

[@CoolsBreeze]

I think this is the first time in the 4+ years I've watched where I've actually seen the tiredness in your face, this rotation must be hectic. Glad you made out of it and got this vlog out.

[@ShaunAndersen]

its so hard to hide the tiredness 😂😂

[@michele0317]

I agree. Dr Shaun I really felt for you when I saw that amount of tired in your eyes. I hope that you ultimately had time to sleep on your day off.

[@bellarox27]

I am a non-trad pre-med student who got started in a background in the arts, much like you! Your content is so refreshing. You keep it real but upbeat, and it’s wonderful to see the passion even through difficult times :)

[@dreadreaundrea]

You’re amazing! You’ll get through this rotation and your boards! You got this!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!!

[@Triisane]

“Am I mad that I am leaving late? Absolutely not.” Is so badass Much respect shaun best of luck with the rest of the month 💪

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@leonduplessis]

I am glad that you were able to do this vlog, it is much appreciated. I know how busy the medical team is in ICU and wish you the best in this department, and if you need to rest and not able to do a vlog, do that, your health is more important. Hope you have a nice restful day off!

[@boggoff69]

Coolest nicest guy I've ever seen on KZbin grounded intelligent and on a great journey,well done world needs more doctors like this

[@ShaunAndersen]

Wow, thank you so much :)

[@loricardenas958]

Hi Shaun, I've been watching your videos for quite some time now. I absolutely enjoy them. You are an amazing man. Reach for the stars! I am a mother of a special needs daughter. She was in the ICU with double pneumonia. The care she received was amazing. I appreciated all the hard work all the medical staff put in. Hang in there. You've got this. Have a great week!

[@dcdc-w8c]

Great video as always! Best luck on your step 3! Are you able to take some time off for step 3? Make sure take good care of yourself first in order to care for patients!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Unfortunately no time off :( it is going to be rough. & yes I totally agree!

[@michele0317]

Dr Shaun, it was really interesting to hear about all your icu successes this week. Most especially I liked how you stressed the importance of daily communication with the icu families. Making sure their questions and concerns are addressed. Btw I always like hearing your first tune on the drive to work ✌️

[@fencer1979]

Wow that was fast… I remember watching ur first day of med school 😭next yr I start the premed track!!!

[@aubreyknox3935]

thanks for consistently posting even though you are so busy!

[@ShaunAndersen]

I try my best! :)

[@amandaw2200]

Have you seen the show The Resident? He’s a resident in the ICU so this vlog reminded me of it

[@ShaunAndersen]

my mom is literally watching it right now hahaha

[@LindaTurner-m7n]

Thanks so much for your caring attitude. This rotation for you will be draining, but as you said you will be learning a lot.

[@ShaunAndersen]

That’s the goal! :)

[@apechap]

I have my second and third med school interviews today and watching this is just so inspiring. LETS GOOO BBY!

[@Scientist]

God bless as you continue your journey; thank you for looking over the critically ill this rotation!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@marlaf1545]

Hi Shaun , i have no doubt you will do wonderful in the icu . The lack of sleep i do think will be the hardest. I definitely remember those hours. Good luck, and i wish you well.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@vickumadat9563]

My weekly motivation video! All the best in another week of ICU rotation and your studies. :)

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@francodimarco0318]

It’s amazing to watch a parallel life that I could’ve lived when deciding to go to medical school myself back in 86 at the naval Academy. I chose to be a builder because I fell in love with it on my off time from Navy med school but often wonder what my life would’ve be like had I taken that path. From the AC/DC, you play in your car to me wanting to get involved in pediatrics definitely and look at what may have been. But I do fully enjoy my life and what I do. I’m enjoying your journey thanks and best to you Frank .

[@Jakethebear2021]

yes, I remember my son who's has passed in 2021 but back in 2018 when jake was in ICU I stayed with him and sleep in a chair for three days. the nurses were so kind to me as well and yes, I too was invited while they did their rounds, changes also and asked me if i had any questions.

[@chicajpg]

fire vvid so far, appreciate your vlogs

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much :)

[@jasonleong6580]

I love hearing anesthesia residents say they're consider CCM, its a great career. Consider doing the dual fellowship of cardiac and CCM - CVICU and CV anesthesia is the best combo

[@Itzz_JY]

I’m a senior in high school and recently started reconsidering trying to become a doctor, these videos give a lot of great insight, thank you!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Best of luck! 🙌🏻🥳

[@ray19088]

Shaun we understand do what can much respect

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@chillwavezneuroscience2547]

ICU is where it is at brotha! Love to see you posting more bro!

[@sarthaksharma7971]

thanks for putting up the great content!

[@ShaunAndersen]

My pleasure!😋

[@thebelissima64]

Yay, ACDC! Shaun, you've got this! 💪

[@ShaunAndersen]

thank you!!!

[@Futurelawyerjosh]

SHAUN, A.K.A.- DR. Andersen! Been on this entire journey with you!!! You’re doing amazing. Keep up the positive attitude, it’s going to be hard at the beginning, but the end goal is going to be worth it. I’m EXTREMELY proud of you buddy!!!!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@kimmypayne2559]

My ex was in ICU for 4 months and 2 months in nursing home..he wasn't expected to live...but he did even though he developed chronic neuropathy from being bed bound so long. It was 3 hours away but I tried to visit every weekend. I NEVER got used to all the machines and wires and overall creepiness of ICU

[@billyjordan5291]

Your'e doing a fine job Shaun,,,, keep pressing on

[@ShaunAndersen]

will do! :)

[@MexicanChiliPepper_1]

Wish you of luck Shaun!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@zytpxx5311]

Good luck Shaun ❤

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@hiv3278]

Awsome work!!!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much 😀

[@putnamdesign1072]

i love these vlogs

[@ShaunAndersen]

I love that you love them :)

[@tammyhaley9876]

Good luck Shaun on your rotation. You’re a fantastic person. ❤️

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!😊

[@LJStability]

I've noticed each vlog that "Highway to Hell" is your theme song before work. Love it!

[@ShaunAndersen]

It should just be the first song of every vlog tbh 😂

[@relaxworld7486]

Love it Shaun! What would you say is most important pre-med pre-req outside of the classroom?

[@ShaunAndersen]

Probably clinic experience to really make sure this is the path for you!

[@Coolabbygirl]

Omg it made me happy hearing you ask who the dietitians are. I’m a eating disorder dietitian and when i worked in the ICU, normally no one cared about the RDs 😂

[@patriceogrady9763]

Don’t worry about us! Just do what you have to do!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@Tenjayy]

0:55 love the not-so-subtle foreshadowing 😭

[@Tenjayy]

Hope ICU isn’t hell for the whole month. U got this

[@ShaunAndersen]

LMAO this might be the opening theme for the whole month LOL

[@uditkrishnasai]

I love watching your videos at the end of each week just waiting for when I am in the same position as you!! You are so inspiring

[@ShaunAndersen]

You got this! You’ll be in my shoes someday soon :)

[@tiptoeing]

Really look forward to your weekly vlogs

[@paulleikin3803]

Another good vlog. Take care of yourself!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@Justinr-12r]

good luck man! You worked hard to get where you are, be proud of that.

[@ShaunAndersen]

I appreciate that! :)

[@Tyrese37]

Dr Anderson, your doing a great job in the I. C. U.

[@erinsummerfield236]

keep up the incredible work

[@connoramato8717]

As an RT , shout out to my ICU nurses!!! Love yall!

[@ElaineSharon358]

Your dogs are everything ❤❤❤❤

[@ShaunAndersen]

They’re my whole world :)

[@mytube785]

Lol, the award is given “one more patient” ?! 😂😅 18:11 “ICU is medicine at its BEST” - a great quote! ❤ Great insight about ICU, love your spirit, too ❤🎉 How many patients are per resident on average?

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hahah its a crazy reward for doing well :P & I usually carry 4-6 patients in the ICU!

[@mytube785]

@ I don’t know if this is too much to ask, but I’m sure a lot if people would be interested: have you witnessed patient death? How do you cope with its aftermath?

[@TheCube_Vibe]

Great doctor🎉

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@boredsoonyt]

You got this!

[@ShaunAndersen]

thank you!!

[@june3536]

ICU bravo! Love your perspectives. 😇

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you!

[@sherrydawson6253]

Oh my you were really looking tired in the begining. Yea ICU is a very tight ship. I loved how u talked about families as well. You will get to do a slot there. At the end u looked so much better 😊have a great day off.❤❤❤

[@ahmadtaher4459]

Hey there Shaun , I’m a resident also from Kuwait , nice vlog 😍

[@sillyz9578]

much respect to you my friend. one day at a time.

[@ShaunAndersen]

I appreciate that

[@darriontunstall3708]

Great video man, I learned a lot! You can do it! I really enjoy donating to the anesthesiologist Foundation, since it was hard for me to go to college because of my cerebral palsy

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks for sharing!🙏🏻

[@darriontunstall3708]

@ you welcome, that thanksgiving dinner looks delicious

[@kazookid4357]

your content is immaculate 🫶 i’ve been on a shaun binge and i’ve concluded that you’re one of my new favorite vloggers!! 🫶🫶

[@ShaunAndersen]

Wow, thank you! 😊🙏🏻

[@dk-._.-]

Good luck!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you!!

[@emiliap1694]

Thank you for another vlog. Much appreciated

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@NikkiNasty]

crazy that residents work 6 days a week for 5 weeks when attendings work like 14 days a month and is why a lot of people choose the specialty

[@ShaunAndersen]

I totally agree!

[@hannashamilsaadon284]

congrats 😍

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you!! :)

[@katodan0611]

More patients in my opinion = respect. Recharge your mental battery as much as you can. Not going to lie, I adore Chewie and Chippie. ❤

[@ShaunAndersen]

That's probably true :) and I adore them too

[@HEINERN7]

great vid broooooo! Cheers from Oslo, Norway

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much! :)

[@carmenlaurapiorno5389]

Wishing you the best!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you! You too! 🙏🏻

[@inculcatetobemaudlin2943]

tough thanks

[@DW-bc2gl]

Great job. Thank you

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamesdavis2455]

I like the cyber trucks too🤣💯

[@ShaunAndersen]

Glad I’m not the only one 😂

[@linnsoltwedel]

Can you explain about scrubs in the ICU? Do you clean them at home? Or do you get new once when at work? With intense care and the infection risk I would think wearing them outside the hospital could be a risk?

[@ShaunAndersen]

I typically grab fresh ones from the hospital and drop off dirty pairs!

[@mr.bananaman197]

The song fits the rotation lol

[@apoorva_rawat]

Hello Doctor! Absolutely love your vlogs ❤ Cheers! 🎉

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks so much!🥺

[@GulRukh-sr9wp]

Not Shaun blasting highway to hell on the way to the ICU 😭

[@ShaunAndersen]

LMAOOOO it’s so fitting 😂😂😂

[@ChrisRRT]

Hell yeah! I'm a ACCS RRT yeah the ICU is the best place in the hospital to work it's a tight knit community

[@ShaunAndersen]

yoooo love that! totally agree

[@JustnCas3]

That is terrible that residents get paid $60k a year with all the schooling doctors go through. I know 19 year olds making $75k doing almost nothing. Why would they screw residents so bad?

[@herryfogel472]

Keep up your good videos

[@tristabella2297]

Watching from Australia before I go to sleep (1am).

[@ShaunAndersen]

Have a good sleep!! :)

[@Janet175]

What would be the best pain medicine for cancer? I need to manage my pain, I don't think I can handle going to the ER and sitting for 12 hours waiting to get in. My ER is horrible!

[@ShaunAndersen]

I would definitely talk to a primary care or pain specialist :( sorry to hear about your cancer and pain. I am sending my prayers

[@Janet175]

@ShaunAndersen thanks Shaun your going to be a great caring Doctor. Please stay as an ICU Doctor, you'll make a difference in so many people's lives.

[@Orangemom6851]

Hope you get to do a rotation in a non-teaching community hospital to see how the team works in that environment. That as a totally different learn8ng experience.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Honestly my hospital is a community hospital!

[@Orangemom6851]

@ I found you got to do more procedures in a smaller hospital so hope you get to really get lots under your belt. It’s the best feel8ng to do them. Glad you got to do the chest tube insertion.

[@tenaheffernan1368]

Sounds like the ICU is your kind of medicine!

[@ShaunAndersen]

i think so too 👀

[@pablodejesus1373]

Good luck Shaun 👍👍🙏🏻❤✋🤝💪💪

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!

[@pablodejesus1373]

🤝✋🙏🏻🤝