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Stanza 30: Medicine + Mindfulness
As I navigate the labyrinth of medical school, I find myself constantly oscillating between the structured rigor of clinical practice and the philosophical underpinnings that the study of life naturally evokes. Medicine, after all, is not just about diagnosing diseases and prescribing treatments; it is also a profound exploration of the human condition. Through this Continue reading
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Stanza 29: Echoes of a Medical Odyssey: Stanzas from a Prospective Physician
MINI STANZA SERIES Stanza 1:In the quiet corridors of the hospital’s embrace,I walk, a humble student in the realm of grace.With stethoscope in hand, and dreams in my eyes,I seek the mysteries that underlie life’s guise. Stanza 2:Anatomy’s cadence, a symphony profound,Each vessel, each nerve, a miracle unbound.In dissection’s dance, I find reverence anew,For the Continue reading
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Stanza 28: Navigating the Path to Becoming a Physician Scientist
As a current medical student and aspiring physician scientist, my journey thus far has been a tapestry woven with threads of discovery, resilience, and profound human connection. Each day, I find myself immersed in the intricate dance between scientific inquiry and compassionate patient care, crafting stanzas that capture the essence of this extraordinary voyage. From Continue reading
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Stanza 27: The Dance of Diagnosis: Navigating Uncertainty in Medicine
In the realm of medicine, certainty is a rare luxury. As a medical student navigating the algorithm of diagnoses and treatment plans, I’ve come to understand that uncertainty is not just an inevitable part of the journey; it’s a constant companion. In the pristine halls of Rocky Vista University, we’re taught to approach medicine with Continue reading
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Stanza 26: The Anatomy of Empathy: Lessons from the Heart
In the vast expanse of medical education, amidst the flurry of textbooks and lectures, one lesson stands out above all: the art of empathy. As a medical student on the cusp of a career in healthcare, I’ve come to realize that empathy is not just a skill to be learned; it’s a fundamental aspect of Continue reading
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Stanza 25: The Art of Healing: Embracing ‘Stanzas of Life’ as a Medical Student
In the quiet corridors of the hospital, where the scent of antiseptic mingles with the whispers of hope, there exists a realm where science converges with the art of healing. Here, amidst the beeping monitors and the hurried footsteps, resides a medical student, not just armed with textbooks and stethoscopes, but also with the power Continue reading
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Stanza 24: Medical Milestones
I started medical school last June at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, RVUCOM! I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity and honored to be a student doctor pursing my dream of caring for the next patient. Medical school has been a whirlwind of emotions, humbling patient encounters, and insightful discussions regarding medical ethics. Continue reading
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Stanza 23: Vocational Voyage
My interest in medical education began in high school. I was afforded the opportunity to attend the Inland Seas Education Association Great Lakes Discovery Camp (Boy’s Science edition). It was a 3-day trip on the 77-foot schooner Inland Seas collecting fish, plankton, and organisms from the bottom of the lake. I was fascinated to discover an Continue reading
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Stanza 22: Neurotic Neuroscience
As I concluded my undergraduate studies at Saint Louis University this past May, I have entered the “real-world” arena. Confronted with adult decisions, challenged at-home living in unison with my parents, and faced with bioethical considerations while at work in early therapeutic Phase 1 clinical trials, I have learned to adapt to chaos. As a Continue reading
Life is like a poem filled with stanzas of people who will change the way you think and view the world.
-Dawson Myers
A current medical student and prospective physician scientist who meticulously crafts “Stanzas” based on personal experiences.
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