8 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE MED SCHOOL

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  • @drjennale
    @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I forgot to mention - INVEST IN A ROTH IRA IN RESIDENCY! Max it out. It would grow exponentially in the years to come. You know cause we have mountains of school loans 🥴 Let me know if I missed anything!

    • @MsCharlene87
      @MsCharlene87 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are a gem

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awww thanks 😁

    • @gingerjuice4053
      @gingerjuice4053 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale sorry I'm just found your channel but what is that you said to invest in? Pre med here. Imma binge watch though..

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gingerjuice4053 ROTH is a investment account where you can invest post tax dollars - so anything that grows within that account will not be taxed in the future. You want to do this when you’re making less money because you’re getting taxed at a lower tax bracket

    • @gingerjuice4053
      @gingerjuice4053 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale ok, thanks for getting back, will definitely remember that. Congratulations on your certification🙃🙃🙃

  • @jesjes496
    @jesjes496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Jenny, I can't tell you enough how valuable and inspiring to see someone like me, a Vietnamese-American woman, share her experiences throughout her medical journey. You really feel like the big sister I've never had! Starting med school this fall and will definitely take this advice into consideration :)

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Congratulations on medical school! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 this big sis is so proud!

  • @lalala36710
    @lalala36710 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am starting PA school in the summer. Very good advice on aspects that I never even thought about. Thank you!

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congratulations Meredith!!

  • @ThatMedic
    @ThatMedic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Working together is literally key

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I lived by myself in med school and if I could go back, I would have tried to live with other students

  • @TheDarkS1deOfTheMoon
    @TheDarkS1deOfTheMoon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love your videos Jenny! I’m struggling with residency, it’s hard to keep a balance between caring about your patients, studying and still maintaining your personal life. Stress is literally killing me. Also read some of the books you mentioned. One that helped me a lot was “What doctors feel - How emotions affect the practice of medicine” by Danielle Ofri, MD.
    Thanks for keeping it real in your videos, they help a lot 💪🏼 wish you all the best ☺️

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Residency is tough. The time commitment can be extreme at times. I look forward that one day off or that vacation. My coresidents were a big help too. Struggling together made it feel little bit easier.

  • @ReclusiveMountainMan
    @ReclusiveMountainMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Congrats on your Board Certification! You make a good point. It's really important to remember who we are pre-DO/MD/PhD/etc. As people move up the ladder, it's easy to lose sight. People can get caught up on their title or the degree (achievements and prestige) and forget the most important concept--what Mr. Rogers tells four year-olds: you are likable/special just as you are. You, inherently, as a person are worthwhile. A healer will help lift up those around them or offer them the tools. To do this you have to be able to value your patients as an equal and relate to them on the human level. Having empathy for the struggles of others means that you can readily admit to yourself that you have been there and endured a similar pain/struggle. Sounds like you get THIS. You're a good doc/person in my book. My .02$, not that you asked for it. lol ;p Great vid as always. Looking forward to the next...

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Matt! You are like my Hype Man 😭 don’t know what I did to deserve you. I also feel like you’d give it to me straight if you disagreed with me. I appreciate that and you ❤️

    • @ReclusiveMountainMan
      @ReclusiveMountainMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale Glad I can facilitate the hype. lol Thinking about this stuff and writing it out helps me, too. So thank you. You videos ignite my neurons and help me focus on what is important in life.

  • @aniac4943
    @aniac4943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You’ve got the MOST gorgeous hair!!!!

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks 😁 I’ve used Pantene Pro V since forever!

  • @hyokyunkang1951
    @hyokyunkang1951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Jenny!! I am premed student and I will definitely try your tips :)

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yess!! Good tips for life basically 😊

  • @andreinaahrens4243
    @andreinaahrens4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This video couldn’t have come at a better time. I’m starting DO school this summer and I’m so scared. Thank you for posting this!

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Congratulations Andreina! The most exciting things in life can also seem scary. You got this!

    • @andreinaahrens4243
      @andreinaahrens4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale you’re so right. Thank you!! ❤️

  • @medicineandmatcha
    @medicineandmatcha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great points! about to start PA school and a lot of these can be applied too :-)

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congratulations!! Yes - things I wish I knew for life in general 🤓

    • @ara_aja
      @ara_aja 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is PA means?🤔

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Physician Assistant!

  • @teaganwasserman94
    @teaganwasserman94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved all the points you made. I would love to hear more about the books you have read and loved or ones you found really helpful. I am really trying to add reading for fun in my routine even though sometimes it seems hard with so much studying and never enough time. I always struggle with finding the time for myself and taking just a little time away from studying and stressing for me, so I think reading is a good way to do that.

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! I feel like in medicine we are constantly overworked and compare ourselves to others and feel like we need to do more 😭 it’s a vicious cycle. Making time for ourselves and being in a better headspace can actually boost productivity

  • @julianachaves8757
    @julianachaves8757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was the best video ever. Thanks

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Juliana! 😊

  • @mimiri1000
    @mimiri1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dr. Le for the win!!! 💯

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Pamela 🥰

  • @lauritagr09
    @lauritagr09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Jenny. Very good video. Can you do a video of things you wish you knew before starting residency? Can you share tips and apps that are useful in residency? Any advice in how to take good patient notes, update charts, etc. Thank you for your time.

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What EMR do you use? We have EPIC and there are lots of things you can do like note template, dot phrases, and dragon that help with efficiency

    • @lauritagr09
      @lauritagr09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale I haven't started yet. I don't know what EMR they use. Sorry.

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s ok! Well congratulations on matching. You’ll figure it out fast!

  • @chloehanrahan435
    @chloehanrahan435 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Starting medical school in September; thank you for these great tips! x

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations on med school! So exciting

    • @chloehanrahan435
      @chloehanrahan435 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale Thank you so much! I've found your videos so inspiring these past few years so this means an awful lot. Love your passion and genuine dedication to helping your followers succeed x

  • @Snoopyyyyy17
    @Snoopyyyyy17 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re a beautiful human inside and out. Thank you for the videos 💖

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching 🥰

  • @rizalukman7982
    @rizalukman7982 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think understand what you are talking about.I had a male relatives who takes doctor's degree. After 6 years of education he graduate and become general doctor.By the time he graduates he is already 24 years old and only had one more years to get married because he wanted to marry young.Fortunately he met his future wife in ini and he got married at 25.After getting married he started to take ssurgery specialisation and it took him almost 6 years.So he became specialised doctor at 31 years of age.I respect what he did but I think that he has done a lot of sacrifices for himself especially the time that he should have with his friend while he was young.He has just realised that hisbtime is never go back

  • @kenmcphersonn
    @kenmcphersonn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re amazing, thank you for all these tips! 🤍

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Ken 🥰

  • @ciararobb8049
    @ciararobb8049 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    NOTION is LIFE

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am determined to get started this week - hearing all so many love it

  • @Drawingdreams23
    @Drawingdreams23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you make a video on how to study or be prepared for med school for those who English is their second language. I moved to the US 5 years ago and I still on the learning process.

  • @sanadurrani9998
    @sanadurrani9998 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you could please share a video on things you knew before FM residency, that'd be so helpful! Thank you. I'm about to start FM residency and would love to learn from you

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay!! Congratulations matching FM!! It’s going to be amazing

  • @TinaOnEarth
    @TinaOnEarth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much, I really appreciate this video. Is there a way that you can make a video about opportunities after med school graduation for those that didn’t match or are taking a gap year?
    I am graduating soon, but have been stressing out about what to do while I am preparing for the next match.

  • @teasmile3479
    @teasmile3479 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My name is Tessa, been here since you were a med student. Thank you very much for the advice! Love your videos!

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tessa! You are the real MVP 😭 where are you in your journey now?

    • @teasmile3479
      @teasmile3479 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale I’m a med student now 😊 I’m from Europe, med school is 6 years here in Croatia and I’m in my 5th year now. After that comes 5 years of Specialty. Not sure yet what specialty I’ll choose. I like internal medicine, especially Endocrinology and Nephrology. You inspire me a lot 😊❤️

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations! These are the two smartest specialties I know! I think in the US it’s only 3 year fellowship after 3 years of internal medicine ... so still 10 year journey 😅

  • @keilaarroyo7941
    @keilaarroyo7941 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just such a great video 😊 thank you

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Keila 🥰

  • @jagrititaparia2031
    @jagrititaparia2031 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Dr. Jenny😃. You're truly an inspiration❤️

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Jagriti - how are you

    • @jagrititaparia2031
      @jagrititaparia2031 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pretty good😅... Studying for finals & trying to practice "preventative" lifestyle habits 😁 (discipline is hard!😭)

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You got this! Good luck!!

    • @jagrititaparia2031
      @jagrititaparia2031 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale thank you:))❤️

  • @minamaeve4424
    @minamaeve4424 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes on those books ☺️

  • @MsEllie20
    @MsEllie20 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved the last one re understanding politics! - Elahe

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can’t enact change if we don’t know who or laws are made! I did not truly understand until I started medical school

    • @MsEllie20
      @MsEllie20 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale totally! Following the news/politics/economics is something I enjoy. Opens up your eyes so much to how society operates. Makes you a better Dr. Let’s you hold your own when people start talking nonsense ;)

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It also bring on a lot of anxiety for me 😅 but you know - balance LOL

  • @ciararobb8049
    @ciararobb8049 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use notion as my second brain and I could not go one day without it. Maybe I'll make a video just for you going over my set up 😘😘 I'll tag you in it if I do!!

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yasss Ciara! Would love that 😍

    • @ciararobb8049
      @ciararobb8049 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drjennale challenge accepted!!! Will probably be posted this weekend ;)

  • @ms.penguin6252
    @ms.penguin6252 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello I am Melissa.
    I am about to begin an ASN program.
    I am considering that in 4.5 years I'll go back to college to fill in my 2 semesters of missing credits; therefore, I can apply to the medical school I want.
    It's pretty scary.

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some of the most rewarding experiences in life can be scary. You got this! 💪🏽👩🏻‍⚕️

  • @kelly1827
    @kelly1827 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My username is my first name and my certification number when I was a paramedic (before becoming disabled after developing RRMS)

  • @1kushal776
    @1kushal776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love From Nepal Jenny.........

    • @drjennale
      @drjennale  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hii! And thank you 🥰