5 Things in Residency That I Didn’t Expect to be Hard (But Were)
I knew residency was going to be hard. I had anticipated the long hours, weeks ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: February 23, 2017
I knew residency was going to be hard. I had anticipated the long hours, weeks ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: February 23, 2017
The path to becoming a doctor can feel daunting. For those of us that don’t ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: August 17, 2016
1. 2 Days off in a row = Vacation! In high school, I looked forward ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: July 10, 2015
I had a certain level of (I thought well-justified) terror anticipating the start of intern ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: June 26, 2015
It has been nearly a year now since I walked across the stage at Carnegie ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: June 12, 2015
The days are long, the nights short – unless you’re on call or night float, ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: June 5, 2015
Dear Incoming Interns, Congratulations on matching and reaching the end of medical school! I am ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: May 22, 2015
My stomach sunk. The results of the biopsy were back and it was not good. ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: April 20, 2015
I am about 45 minutes from the end of my night float shift, that dangerous ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: February 27, 2015
When did you know you wanted to be a doctor? the pre-med asked. Maybe it should ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: February 13, 2015
“To sleep, perchance to dream – ay, there’s the rub” ~ Hamlet The irony of ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: December 5, 2014
On Thanksgiving, while many my friends and family gather around the table with roasted turkey ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: November 27, 2014
“Go forth and do great things.” – Anonymous No one gets into medical school without ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: November 24, 2014
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” – Aristotle Even at the time, I ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: November 17, 2014
Part apology, part advice and explanation, from a resident to medical students.
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: September 15, 2014
There is no simple solution to physician suicide, but it begins with awareness and discussion.
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: September 8, 2014
Whether your goal is education or entertainment, there is likely a medically oriented podcast out ... Read more
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: July 23, 2014
Taking steps to prepare for your interviews will reduce stress and strengthen your performance.
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: June 13, 2014
Writing a personal statement is challenging, but these tips can get you headed in the right direction.
Written by: Megan Riddle
Published on: June 2, 2014