As usual I enjoyed my VA "tour of duty". We saw a reasonable variety of clinical problems with the notable exception of female patients. We had some interesting decisions to make that required high level considerations.
I tried to find time to teach each day. I actually am always teaching, but students and interns appreciate time set aside for "chalk talks". Fortunately, I really do enjoy those sessions.
After almost 30 years of ward attending, I see something new each time I lead a ward team. Medicine has breadth and variety that never seems to end.
I will return to the VA on December 16. I need the readers to advise me on whether I should return to this format for those 2 weeks. So please provide your opinion.
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Found your daily snippets engaging. Looking forward to hearing about your next stint at the VA.
Please do! Excellent format.
I think you should continue this format, coz it makes floor intresting .
Please continue this format. I was just wondering, what to expect till December 16?
I echo the sentiments above, I've been greatly enjoying these. Very helpful.
Definitely. It is an excellent idea. I will do so in my blog (well, will try now to convert it in a blog instead of a resource).