Handling Awkward Comments
It happened again over the holidays. Your Great-Aunt Bertha made another snide comment about “how ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 23, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
Medical Spouse Survival Guide
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Transitioning to “It Gets Better”
Have you heard of “IGB”? I wasn’t aware of this term until I joined the ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 23, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
Using Government Assistance During Medical School
The medical journey is filled with many new experiences and challenges. The financial commitment of ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 23, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
The Male Medical Spouse
The demographics of medicine are changing. Almost half of all graduating medical students are now ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated January 7, 2020 by Amy Rakowczyk
How To Cope With A Disappointing Match
Is it possible to find happiness after a disappointing Match? The resounding answer is YES! ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 23, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
Coping With An Overwhelmed Spouse
In last month’s article, we addressed the big elephant in the room during medical training: mental ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated January 7, 2020 by Amy Rakowczyk
Overwhelmed In Training
Recently, my husband’s residency class was required to take a “Risk of Burnout” questionnaire. At ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 23, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
New Year, New Beginnings
Happy 2019!! The beginning of a new year always brings about an air of reflection, ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 24, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
An In-Training Gift Guide
Yay! The holidays are here! Time to cozy up and enjoy some wonderful seasonal traditions. ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated August 21, 2026 by Amy Rakowczyk
Surviving Without A Medical Community
How to find friends outside of the medical world A big part of surviving medical ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 24, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
Self-Care Is Not Selfish
We’re a few months into the new medical year and wherever your spouse is at ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 26, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
How To Avoid The Comparison Game
When we matched for residency, our program brought us close to some good friends we ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 26, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
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
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated January 7, 2020 by Amy Rakowczyk
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
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 24, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
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
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 24, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
You, The Doctor’s Spouse
Welcome to the new you—“The Doctor’s Spouse.” Yes, you have had your own identity up ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 24, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
What To Expect: Intern Year
You’ve likely heard the rumors about the dreaded Intern Year. It’s the worst of the ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 25, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
How To Manage A Cross-Country Move
The medical journey offers many opportunities to make some big moves, whether it’s to start ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated June 26, 2022 by Amy Rakowczyk
A Day In The Life Of A Medical Spouse
Days Defined By The Medical Life Have you ever wondered what the day-to-day looks like ... Read more
Amy Rakowczyk
Updated August 21, 2026 by Amy Rakowczyk
