@@nxtgenmd No way, that's my first McMaster item too! I have a picture of high school me holding the mug and grinning outside the campus store. Moment of pure joy when I realized this was gonna be my school :)
Hi to the gf! Wow 👏 u made it through your busiest week so far! You were still so positive! Kudos. Loved the mustash on u!! Just your outlook on life is awesome alone. Then add everything else! Super man! Flying high. Thank u for fitting time in for us. Have a great week! 😊
Aha Nikki says hi back :D Thanks so much, we all get busy sometimes but we find ways through it 😎 And thanks for the moustache compliment! I could always use more of those during this month 😂
Regarding research, I was wondering if you're pursuing research in a specialty that you would potentially like to get a residency matched in or just general interest? I'm just wondering how much of the research sways residency matches, if any. Aside from that, great video - makes me more motivated!!!!!
Hey Arani :D I'd say that the majority of us are doing research in fields that we are interested in, however, many projects are relevant to multiple specialties. A case report on a ruptured abscess for example can be used to show interest in general surgery, emergency medicine, and even internal depending on how you sell it. From what I'm told, research is very important to some programs and not at all to others. However, I think that in the very least, a few projects can help make you a well-rounded applicant for residency matching. But there are other ways to stand out too. Glad to hear it - keep it up 🔥💪
Me, a final year bio student complaining to myself about workload and stress, then watching you and realizing this is what I'm going to have to do to achieve my dreams 🙈😄 Does the stress ever get so bad you doubt your decisions, or are you always motivated?
For med school research, do you have to be involved with the writing or just the experiment and stuff like that? Cause idk how you still got time for research in an accelerated program 😫
I definitely need to be involved with the write up 🥺😅 I really don't do "experiments" anymore in terms of wet lab work. For the most part, research for me has been systematic reviews, case reports, chart reviews and other things of that nature. Other people definitely can do lab experiments if they're interested in that, but its all about finding the time 💪
Hmm good question 🤔 - are you a Canadian IMG currently studying abroad or did you graduate already? Also does your school not offer research opportunities?
I can barely prepare for a presentation in 24 hours 😬 i dont know how you do it but keep grinding! also how tall are you because i just realized how tall you are compared to your houses ceiling😭
Hi Gianluca! Seeing you working on your research in the vlog really reflected my position right now! :) Currently, I am also doing research for the 1st time and I'm about to start it with a researcher very soon this week. I have a question and that is, how can you approach your researcher about your interest in being part of the publication or in the acknowledgement section? Do you have to work with them for a year or do you have to show them your skills to be eligible? How can I go about this as I'm really interested to be a part of a research publication in order to contribute something valuable. My 2nd question is: your work ethic and time-management skills amazes me! When you study, how can you keep your mind focused and be "present" solely on that task? Personally, my stamina or attention span is weak and my mind get distracted quickly by outside thoughts. This is something that I struggle with very often. I know there is a advice which to say focused and be at the present moment but doing it is really hard for me and I want to focus on efficiency since my exams are starting from next month.
Hi Arpita, that's awesome :D I hope it's on a topic that you enjoy. The standard is that if you've contributed to the research in any meaningful way (you've conducted experiments, you helped with the final paper write up, etc.) then you need to be included in the publication. Normally though, students won't be given major roles on projects for their first time (speaking from personal experience 😅) However, if you're aiming for a publication, be very honest with your supervisor. Sit with them for a brief meeting and explain what you're looking for and ask if they can help - if that's not possible with the current project, the might be able to help out with another one. Regarding your second question, a lot of it comes down to personal experience and the right mindset. With years of "practice" studying for long hours, I've gotten quite good at clearing the distractions from around me and getting to work. The second most important thing though is to remember what's at stake. If I don't study... bad things are going to happen 😅 both to myself, but also to others at this point. Once you frame it correctly, you should feel much more motivated 💪 Good luck!
Your work ethic is quite inspirational!
Thank you :D We all just get a little better every day 💪
Your vlogs are so motivating! I think I have the same McMaster mug sitting on my desk right now
Thanks Donna! It was one of the first McMaster items I owned when I started here 🔥
@@nxtgenmd No way, that's my first McMaster item too! I have a picture of high school me holding the mug and grinning outside the campus store. Moment of pure joy when I realized this was gonna be my school :)
You got this king
Thank you bro 🔥
Hi, I'm a MS1 in Ontario and I just wanted to say how much I appreciate you posting these videos! Awesome job on handling med and life so well!
Thanks so much Sara :D I also really appreciate the support. Hope MS1 has been treating you well so far 🔥
Killing the game !!
💪 Thanks Emily :D
Hi to the gf! Wow 👏 u made it through your busiest week so far! You were still so positive! Kudos. Loved the mustash on u!! Just your outlook on life is awesome alone. Then add everything else! Super man! Flying high. Thank u for fitting time in for us. Have a great week! 😊
Aha Nikki says hi back :D Thanks so much, we all get busy sometimes but we find ways through it 😎
And thanks for the moustache compliment! I could always use more of those during this month 😂
You mental health really is important. You are doing great! Keep it up! #YouGotThis!
You're awesome, thanks so much! Just trying my best :D
You’re very inspiring. These corona times are hard. Especially for med students!
Thank you Vidusha, and it's definitely been rough for everyone. We just gotta stay focused and remember to take care of ourselves and others 💪 :D
@@nxtgenmd yep true. Ultimately it comes down to how much we take care of ourselves.
Musical genius gianlu!!
Ahah we've come a long way from the community centre piano days 😂
I love your vlogs man! They're so inspiring as a highschooler to see someone else aspiring to do what I wanna do.
Thank you Sameer, I'm really glad to hear that :D Keep pushin' on 💪
Love this vid! So inspiring!! Thank YOU! 🙏😊💓
edited: nice movember there!!
Ahah you're very welcome! And thank YOU for the moustache compliment 😎 I sure could use more of those 😂
A man with a Halo poster, now I know I'm belong here, good man thumbs up and subbed. Greetings from Germany.
Ahah that's awesome... glad to know I'm in good company while we wait for halo infinite 😎 And thank you :D
So inspiring 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I agree!
You're the best :D
ayyyy gianluca, you got to keep your eyes on the prize. you got the MD sitting at the corner of the block!
YES!!
100% 🙌😎 One eye on the prize, the other on my Anki cards LOL. Thanks Zainab!
@@nxtgenmd AYEEE keep the foot on the gas pedal, you are almost at the finish line, and we are all here to support and cheer you on!
@@zainabfarrukh7041 Can't even describe how much I appreciate you guys 🔥
Regarding research, I was wondering if you're pursuing research in a specialty that you would potentially like to get a residency matched in or just general interest? I'm just wondering how much of the research sways residency matches, if any. Aside from that, great video - makes me more motivated!!!!!
Hey Arani :D I'd say that the majority of us are doing research in fields that we are interested in, however, many projects are relevant to multiple specialties. A case report on a ruptured abscess for example can be used to show interest in general surgery, emergency medicine, and even internal depending on how you sell it. From what I'm told, research is very important to some programs and not at all to others. However, I think that in the very least, a few projects can help make you a well-rounded applicant for residency matching. But there are other ways to stand out too.
Glad to hear it - keep it up 🔥💪
I am trying to work out a life/pro balance. Still haven’t got it lol! I have crashed every year 😅
The best predictor of future success is a present day ability to get back up and give it another go 💪 You can do it!
@@nxtgenmd That’s beautifully phrased! Thanks for the kind words! I am excited to take on that challenge for the year to come!
New subs here
Thanks for stopping by 🙌
Me, a final year bio student complaining to myself about workload and stress, then watching you and realizing this is what I'm going to have to do to achieve my dreams 🙈😄 Does the stress ever get so bad you doubt your decisions, or are you always motivated?
You can TOTALLY do it! Good luck!
@@sim_aware Thank you! Staying optimistic is the hard part🙈
@@RockieAtlas And it will be for a long time. Keep your eye on the prize!
@@sim_aware Thank you, means a lot😊
@@RockieAtlas @Sim_Aware This interaction was so wholesome 🥺 aha
For med school research, do you have to be involved with the writing or just the experiment and stuff like that? Cause idk how you still got time for research in an accelerated program 😫
I definitely need to be involved with the write up 🥺😅 I really don't do "experiments" anymore in terms of wet lab work. For the most part, research for me has been systematic reviews, case reports, chart reviews and other things of that nature. Other people definitely can do lab experiments if they're interested in that, but its all about finding the time 💪
So do you know any research opportunities for canadian IMGs that i can apply fir or how to get into shadowing .. I just dk where to search or how to
Hmm good question 🤔 - are you a Canadian IMG currently studying abroad or did you graduate already? Also does your school not offer research opportunities?
I can barely prepare for a presentation in 24 hours 😬 i dont know how you do it but keep grinding! also how tall are you because i just realized how tall you are compared to your houses ceiling😭
It gets easier the longer you've been at it 🙌 But thank you :D And I'm 6' 1 but the house does have fairly low ceilings 😅
@@nxtgenmd being atleast 6 feet is great but being over is an amazing feat dont worry 😂😂
Hi Gianluca! Seeing you working on your research in the vlog really reflected my position right now! :) Currently, I am also doing research for the 1st time and I'm about to start it with a researcher very soon this week. I have a question and that is, how can you approach your researcher about your interest in being part of the publication or in the acknowledgement section? Do you have to work with them for a year or do you have to show them your skills to be eligible? How can I go about this as I'm really interested to be a part of a research publication in order to contribute something valuable.
My 2nd question is: your work ethic and time-management skills amazes me! When you study, how can you keep your mind focused and be "present" solely on that task? Personally, my stamina or attention span is weak and my mind get distracted quickly by outside thoughts. This is something that I struggle with very often. I know there is a advice which to say focused and be at the present moment but doing it is really hard for me and I want to focus on efficiency since my exams are starting from next month.
Hi Arpita, that's awesome :D I hope it's on a topic that you enjoy. The standard is that if you've contributed to the research in any meaningful way (you've conducted experiments, you helped with the final paper write up, etc.) then you need to be included in the publication. Normally though, students won't be given major roles on projects for their first time (speaking from personal experience 😅) However, if you're aiming for a publication, be very honest with your supervisor. Sit with them for a brief meeting and explain what you're looking for and ask if they can help - if that's not possible with the current project, the might be able to help out with another one.
Regarding your second question, a lot of it comes down to personal experience and the right mindset. With years of "practice" studying for long hours, I've gotten quite good at clearing the distractions from around me and getting to work. The second most important thing though is to remember what's at stake. If I don't study... bad things are going to happen 😅 both to myself, but also to others at this point. Once you frame it correctly, you should feel much more motivated 💪
Good luck!
I dont know how you do it but go you 🙏🏾
YES!
Thank you buddy 🔥 good luck to you too :D