July 1st: You got this, interns!
July 1 is a big day in the medical world because it is the day new interns begin. 🥼 An intern is a brand new doctor who has completed 4 years of undergrad and 4 years of medical school, about to embark on their first year (of 3, 4, or 7!) of on hand training.
It's been a minute since I started my internship (any guesses? ) but advice I would give to new doctors (or anyone starting a new job really):
1. Be on time - This is a no brainer.
2. Be excited to learn and help. - While you may not know much at the beginning, your team will appreciate your enthusiasm and attitude. This appreciation will translate to increased camaraderie and teaching.
3. Don't be afraid to ask questions - As an intern, this is kind of your job - learn as much as possible. And trust me, a clarifying question is much easier than trying to fix a botched job down the line.
4. Most importantly: You deserve to be there. Don’t let imposter syndrome take you down before you start. Even though you are new, there is a reason you were hired/given the position. They see your intelligence, grit, dedication, great attitude... etc. So own it and rise to the occasion. You got this.
