I think vivas were always a horrible incident for me but once my medicine professor actually helped us to remember all the wrong questions and that made me realise how that such a small thing can help us to grow together as a community.
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My medical journey was unexpected and I am glad that it did happen, which helped me to understand the actual ongoing process of any patients treatment. It also showed me that the entire medical system which is set up till now has been beneficial for 99% of the time in the treatment of patients and provided and earning potential for the medicos
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The most valuable lesson is that learning never stops in medicine build strong basics, stay curious, and never hesitate to ask questions.
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Being a medico , coming from dental field , over the years ive understood that medicine isnt just about grades and assignments ,its about consistency , emotional resilience and and humility . I learned that now matter how hard you study there still wilk be days when you feel inadequate and overwhelmed. It doesn’t mean you are failing , it just means you are human . The biggest growth happened for me when I tried to prove to be the perfect and instead focused on learning new things daily and kept myself open for exploration….
A practical tip for juniors would never wait till the perfect time arrives for exploration ,asking questions & being curious . Be careful to not limit yourself to textbooks only , because that can lead to burnout, but instead try finding joy in learning and growing .
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As a medical graduate I’ve learned that spending 5 years of theory was a waste of time and genuinely believe that the only learning I got was in the final year and my internship, rest was a complete waste of time and frankly I don’t even remember the subjects.
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In dentistry there is a vast gap between things that are in textbook to what is encountered in clinical practice. Your seniors, mentors and real life experience are the ideal guide to learn clinical practice effectively.
White coat journey never ends, its continuing medical education, learning daily, dedicating you 100% to your patients, acquiring new skills everyday and gratifying your heart when you see that bright twinkle in the eye of your patient when he is cured and is grateful. It’s the most satisfying moment in life, believe me.
As a b pharma student , I learned that Adaptation Is a key and continues learning is very important
Being a Medical Graduate sure does seem like dream come true but for obvious reasons journey is nothing dream like. Every exam to every deadline, the whole chaos then you are just thrown into internship starting from scratch all over .But all through that something will make you keep going, for everyone it is different. I would advice you to hold on to that reason, You are definitely going to survive the chaos.
Professionally I understood how important is the Teamwork and communication in building a dynamic Health care system.And make a Habit of studying everyday, whatever happens you have to sit at least for 1-2 hours for studying. Trust me this is going to help you in a long run for anyone who is just starting out.
As a former NEET aspirant and now a B.Pharm student, my journey has taught me adaptability. Wearing the white coat represents discipline, responsibility, and lifelong learning. Every challenge in medical education shapes us into more compassionate and patient-focused healthcare professionals.
My white coat journey started on Dec 2022 from then each day has been challenging but gods grace and efforts have held me … looking forward to more !!
As a medical scriber, I have come across conversations between the patient and the doctor, at which time, the patient would be worried and confused about their health, especially in the critical stage. Doctors would convince and console the patient, and give a complete explanation and guidance about the treatment and make them feel comfortable. It made me understand that good healthcare is not only about treatment but making patients feel heard, understood, and supported.
As a student I’m learning that progress isn’t always linear Some lessons build skills, others build patience—and both are equally important early on
My journey in pharmacy began with the curosity of finding out that how medicines actually help the patients.Studying in London has shown me the impact of evidence based practice and innovation.Each lecture reminded me of how important the pharmacists are in healthcare .
The lesson I learned from the white coat is that learning each and every day is the most valuable addition to your knowledge. Being able to communicate and clearing the patient’s doubt is the most satisfactory thing in this profession.
COVID-19 was the time when my perspective towards pursuing clinical medicine changed. I decided to pursue bioengineering. The most valuable lesson for me is patience and skipping the idea of not giving up, though failure may come as failed results during practicals or a delay in internship opportunities, the key is to be determined and think positively through all the lows.
The white coat journey is a marvellous one. Each day brings new challenges. Every observation and clinical case, whether a success or a struggle, shapes me and my perspective in ways no textbook can teach.
This extraordinary journey taught me to turn my setbacks into strengths. The white coat comes with responsibilities. It is not just about resilience; it is all about continuously learning and embracing challenges as stepping stones for a better, wiser, and more impactful future in healthcare.
Have faith in yourself and give yourself sometime
success is not about competing with others and making one self the better
but to prove it to yourself honestly that you can definitely make an impact in someones life either by making your self worthy and accomplished providing your parents content and happiness
or else by just passing a smile to others after an explanation about the treatment plan.
Ironically, I learnt the most valuable professional lesson in becoming a good doctor by becoming a patient. I faced serious health challenges during MBBS and to say that being on the other side of the OPD was humbling would be an understatement.
I consulted very senior, renowned doctors who had medals, years of experience, fancy clinics with lavish interiors. Sounds like they had it all right? But they lacked one thing- Empathy! I left every appointment with tears in my eyes, fear in my heart as a result of uncertainty, feeling unheard, neglected and with a hefty bill that didn’t improve my quality of life one bit.
So my one advice to every youngster out there who dreams of doning that white coat would be to be a great listener and an empath at heart. Oftentimes when medicine alone ceases to help a patient, a kind doctor can provide insurmountable support to a patient in need.
I still remember that emotion of wearing white coat for first time on my first day of college , I was a hostelite while i walked out of my room wardon greeted me with honour of ‘Doctor to be’ . I shared my image to my parents , they were super proud and happy as it was a dream come true beginning for them too. It was pure bliss and satisfaction that yes I’m holding a responsibility of treating well being and have to stay strong with dignity and pride .