Handling Awkward Comments
It happened again over the holidays. Your Great-Aunt Bertha made another snide comment about “how ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: January 6, 2020
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What’s an Internal Medicine Residency Really Like?
Are you considering going into Internal Medicine? Let’s take a look at what IM is ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: October 15, 2019
Transitioning to “It Gets Better”
Have you heard of “IGB”? I wasn’t aware of this term until I joined the ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: September 30, 2019
Using Government Assistance During Medical School
The medical journey is filled with many new experiences and challenges. The financial commitment of ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: August 2, 2019
The Male Medical Spouse
The demographics of medicine are changing. Almost half of all graduating medical students are now ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: June 8, 2019
What Is An Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Really Like?
Orthopaedic surgery is a specialty that has an intense reputation. It’s known for being competitive, ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: May 6, 2019
How To Cope With A Disappointing Match
Is it possible to find happiness after a disappointing Match? The resounding answer is YES! ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: April 5, 2019
Coping With An Overwhelmed Spouse
In last month’s article, we addressed the big elephant in the room during medical training: mental ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: March 1, 2019
Overwhelmed In Training
Recently, my husband’s residency class was required to take a “Risk of Burnout” questionnaire. At ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: February 6, 2019
New Year, New Beginnings
Happy 2019!! The beginning of a new year always brings about an air of reflection, ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: January 3, 2019
An In-Training Gift Guide
Yay! The holidays are here! Time to cozy up and enjoy some wonderful seasonal traditions. ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: December 6, 2018
Surviving Without A Medical Community
How to find friends outside of the medical world A big part of surviving medical ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: November 1, 2018
Self-Care Is Not Selfish
We’re a few months into the new medical year and wherever your spouse is at ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: October 4, 2018
How To Avoid The Comparison Game
When we matched for residency, our program brought us close to some good friends we ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: September 6, 2018
Living In The Unknown: Part of Life As A Med Spouse
Can you recall moments in your adolescence when you were completely living in the moment, ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: August 2, 2018
5 Rules for Protecting Your Family’s Financial Future, Part II
You and your spouse are investing a significant amount of time, energy, and money into ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: July 5, 2018
5 Rules for Protecting Your Family’s Financial Future, Part I
Medical training is a significant investment for both you and your spouse. It’s an investment ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: June 7, 2018
You, The Doctor’s Spouse
Welcome to the new you—“The Doctor’s Spouse.” Yes, you have had your own identity up ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: May 3, 2018
What To Expect: Intern Year
You’ve likely heard the rumors about the dreaded Intern Year. It’s the worst of the ... Read more
Written by: Amy Rakowczyk
Published on: April 6, 2018