Becoming a Surgeon: a Profession or a Mission | Valentin Calu | TEDxCambridgeSchoolofBucharest

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  • An emotional talk on the power of motivation and hard work and dedication. Becoming a surgeon can be both a challenge and a blessing.
    Ph.D., M.D., Elias University Hospital, "Carol Davila" University, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest.
    This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

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  • @naturallysharon749
    @naturallysharon749 6 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    Aspiring surgeon here and I love these kind of videos

  • @RevoltTragic
    @RevoltTragic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    “You’re not God, you’re an instrument of God”

    • @Purebeautyluv
      @Purebeautyluv 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @kayceenicholson4535
      @kayceenicholson4535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen

    • @icheryricardel3366
      @icheryricardel3366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with you no one is as perfect as God . But God can use someone to be a blessing and to be a blessing

    • @alejandrae5605
      @alejandrae5605 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m an operating room nurse, some surgeons think are God!

  • @hafsayusud5924
    @hafsayusud5924 6 ปีที่แล้ว +491

    who is here being med. student

  • @Wiseguy248
    @Wiseguy248 6 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I am not in a path to being a surgeon but this applies to anybody that has a dream to achieve a career that requires study and discipline.

  • @TheGreyKitchen
    @TheGreyKitchen 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Felt like I was in the room and he was talking to me directly! Brilliant talk, so motivated

  • @khaalidelmi517
    @khaalidelmi517 6 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Proud to be a doctor.

    • @munaabdullahi4947
      @munaabdullahi4947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Khaalid Cilmi Nuur I bet you’re Somali

    • @musashileo2517
      @musashileo2517 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Muna Abdullahi So?

    • @spedup8146
      @spedup8146 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@munaabdullahi4947 lol what

  • @salmarechid9356
    @salmarechid9356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    not only a great surgeon but a great speaker too!
    a great person !!!!
    so glad to find your video and to watch it . Im medical student from ALGERIA and your speech inspires me a lot to acheive my dreams
    thankyou from the deepest of my heart !!!!!!

  • @eladioalbornoz2422
    @eladioalbornoz2422 6 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    Who here is premed !

    • @bobboberson7684
      @bobboberson7684 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eladio Albornoz what’s a premed?

    • @Supadubya
      @Supadubya 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bob, it's someone who wants to become a doctor. Often, it just refers to students- but there are unconventional pre-meds too...

    • @itsnicolefactor3097
      @itsnicolefactor3097 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Proud biomed here a.k.a premed

    • @durgavedwal1203
      @durgavedwal1203 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are too pre med. student ?

    • @ifrahrizwan1396
      @ifrahrizwan1396 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yayy me!

  • @hangaosiile6612
    @hangaosiile6612 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    As a med student... I'm inspired by this video

  • @Supadubya
    @Supadubya 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Looked at the list of descriptions of what it's like being a surgeon, and realized that already perfectly describes what it's like being an EMT. The only part that gets me is "dealing with tough people"- I don't mind it from patients, but I hate it when those people are my co-workers at times. Otherwise, that I love being an EMT, specifically for those reasons listed, is a good indication I'll love being a surgeon if I make it...

  • @tybear00
    @tybear00 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I don't care how hard the process is to become a surgeon. It's time is temporary anyways. And the job can last forever.

    • @standerlc
      @standerlc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Tyler Holliday nothing lasts forever my friend

    • @miavnavarro
      @miavnavarro 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And have mandatory retirement by 65

    • @isida509
      @isida509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@miavnavarro LOL you heard of private practice? Only death can retire you from being a doctor.

  • @2beolivia
    @2beolivia 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you, for your amazing inspiration for any path in life. Well, said!!!

  • @FrenchieDamsel
    @FrenchieDamsel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    this was beautiful! future general surgeon over here

    • @audreymattson5127
      @audreymattson5127 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Optimistic Brenda Same. can't wait to become a General Surgeon

  • @paulvarn4712
    @paulvarn4712 6 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Trying to be profound, found ambiguity instead. Glad he loves his job. Being operated on by someone who hates his job is a pain.

  • @farahalkandry190
    @farahalkandry190 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    That was one of the amazing speech i have heard its really helps in discovering myself better and knowing what i want from life thanks a-lot

  • @m.n.3306
    @m.n.3306 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A surgeon in the making 😘😘very much inspirational.

  • @BlushFlower
    @BlushFlower 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm here as a resident of surgery feeling happy after my last 24hrs shift, because I helped a man with my own hands. That's a beautiful job, I really recommend it - but remember - it is a very demanding job when it comes to your personal life, it demands a lot of devotion.

    • @devonzoller-fo2rc
      @devonzoller-fo2rc 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not many people can become surgeons no matter how hard you try people’s brain isn’t wired that way

  • @anilpanditanilpandit7458
    @anilpanditanilpandit7458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    "If you choose a job you love, you have to never work a day in your life":👏👏👏

  • @ezzel-bendary8762
    @ezzel-bendary8762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hats Off for you doc, Brilliant Presentation

  • @nombla1111
    @nombla1111 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Before you undergo the long and dreadful path of becoming a physician, I think you should evaluate whether it is actually your dreams or your parents. It will matter a lot during the stressful training moments that inevitably lead to the dreadful question, "Why am I here?"
    I don't know how I feel about the cliche, "I want to be a doctor because I wanted to ever since I was 4 years old", type of stories. Realistically, a four-year-old doesn't know what a doctor is until their parents put the idea in their head. Often times, it's not that you wanted to become a doctor, but it's that your parents put it in your mind that they want you to become a doctor. There's nothing wrong with it, but I guess it's just one of my pet peeves...

    • @ZahdShah
      @ZahdShah 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I come from a middle Eastern / Asian household. My parents always had very high expectations of their children. My mother wanted me to be a dentist. I went with it to appease her but I never succeeded. I didn't care about teeth enough to commit to studying towards entering dental school.
      Now i think of changing careers to study medicine. I think winning my parent's approval is an important factor into my decision but fundamentally, I want to travel to impoverished areas as a doctor and provide healthcare to those who need it the most. I was deeply inspired and moved by David Notts' story.
      I'm good with my hands, I can draw well and play guitar beautifully. My ambition is to be a surgeon though I'm not sure which specialty.
      I have yet to even sit the med school entry exam nor apply. But one day I'll make it so I'm a doctor when I'm not too old.
      I'd have to sacrifice much for this but I want to. I'm eager for my future 😊

    • @nombla1111
      @nombla1111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shah Zad Unfortunately, or maybe somewhat fortunately, I was not privileged to have parents that pushed me to do anything prestigious. I decided that I wanted to become a surgeon based on my own intrinsic desire. That has helped me a lot because I actually enjoy what I am doing. I don’t mind the 80-100 hrs a week schedule because I myself has chosen this path.
      Be careful. The many people that complain are the ones doing surgery for the prestige. There are other fields in medicine. That aren’t as rigorous and even more rewarding ( financially and spiritually). Just make sure you are doing it for the right reason. You’re going to be a doctor! I see you as one. That in itself is impressive. Work hard. You will get it. I believe in you. When you finally do get to that point in your medical career, I trust that you will make the right decision.
      There is a popular saying that goes, “If you could see yourself doing anything other than surgery, please do that.” I couldn’t and so I am here now. I am happy. Hopefully, you will be too! I hope one day you will be a future colleague!

    • @ZahdShah
      @ZahdShah 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@nombla1111 thanks for the reply. I appreciate your support.
      One unrelated quote that resonates with me is "The ship is safe in the harbour but that's not what ships are built for".
      Best of luck in your endeavours.

    • @dhishansivadas8227
      @dhishansivadas8227 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nombla1111 Hi! I'm a med student. May I know how you are doing now?

  • @faziarain5455
    @faziarain5455 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you... For your inspirational speech Sir...

  • @Oracle842
    @Oracle842 ปีที่แล้ว

    🦋 Thank you for your testimony. 🦋

  • @bhavanatiwari9194
    @bhavanatiwari9194 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm listening to this everyday ! Please make more. Please.

  • @marwanhamameh618
    @marwanhamameh618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! You just motivated me

  • @tymtyqueen08
    @tymtyqueen08 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    You are just the instrument of God ! Yes I love it. So inspirational

  • @anmoludeshi2902
    @anmoludeshi2902 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Thank you future neurosurgeon here (hopefully)

    • @neigeepierrot4694
      @neigeepierrot4694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey second future neurosurgeon here also

    • @viviankestler6423
      @viviankestler6423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello there future neurosurgeons, 3rd future instrument of God in the OR here

  • @studytoreachsuccess
    @studytoreachsuccess ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this marvelous talk, one of a kind

  • @ZVMed
    @ZVMed 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was inspirational, thank you!

  • @madhavivele3895
    @madhavivele3895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a 13 year old who wants to be neurosurgeon such videos gives me a lot of hope. The man is really cool and inspirational. I hope I will live up to the goal which I have kept for myself.

  • @sysamanthahope9033
    @sysamanthahope9033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "You can have it all. You just cant have it all at once"

  • @elenib6069
    @elenib6069 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So inspirational😍🔝

  • @khaliddurrani6432
    @khaliddurrani6432 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I take the pleasure to have been a surgeon even with endless days and sleepless nights. Given another life I would still choose to be a surgeon, only a surgeon and a better surgeon.

  • @christinagaseusetogapura6607
    @christinagaseusetogapura6607 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best motivational speaker for surgeon ever..

  • @don329
    @don329 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANKS YOU

  • @sakshipagariya1473
    @sakshipagariya1473 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you sir 😄😄😄

  • @alexrodriguez204
    @alexrodriguez204 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely the best way i can choose. Future neurosurgeon here 👀

  • @luisferreira3398
    @luisferreira3398 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "Endless days and sleepless nights" isn't Guns n Roses, it's "I Remember You" from Skid Row

  • @hammadnowshed6557
    @hammadnowshed6557 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Totally in love of this video no doubt about that just a small mistake which I just couldn't keep to myself at 2:46 "plain" spelt incorrectly totally understand as 'plane' and 'plain' are homophones.
    Everyone please have a good day and Thank You.

  • @simakharrat8698
    @simakharrat8698 6 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    the plane crash immediately reminded me of greys anatomy

  • @gaelledusunceli3557
    @gaelledusunceli3557 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bu yola çıkan gençlerin ve kızımın yolları açık olsun. Dilerim bir gün amacınıza ulaşırsınız. Herkesin kalbine göre versin mevlam.😊🌹

  • @malaraju87
    @malaraju87 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's better to say doctor profession as a service of mankind than job😊

  • @woutermalcorps9662
    @woutermalcorps9662 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video

  • @lachiuvi8427
    @lachiuvi8427 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I super want to become a surgeon. But evething i have experienced was pretty difficult as well as challenging. I actually feel lost and really need someone give me a hand😶

  • @Irene-vz1ok
    @Irene-vz1ok 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm 16 about to enter senior high school
    I want to become a Cardiothoracic Surgeon. I just love to help people and be used by God as an instrument to help them. I watched this because I'm doubting myself atm, idk why but I know in my heart I still want to become a Surgeon and help people

    • @hamzatariq4037
      @hamzatariq4037 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lmaooooo high school? but why would you want to become a cardio surgeon? just because its cool? you havent even started medical school yet so how do you know you like surgery?

    • @alenaatoutlemonde4036
      @alenaatoutlemonde4036 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hamzatariq4037It’s good to have an idea. It’s nice for motivation. and yes, it’s not set in stone obviously. When you go to med school, you’ll do rotations.

  • @apriliaadelinabarus
    @apriliaadelinabarus 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You can get all, but not at once

  • @nothing80400
    @nothing80400 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    value of an open exchange SOME TIME ALSO WITH BILL

  • @sysamanthahope9033
    @sysamanthahope9033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God uses doctors to treat but we should not be too boastful. And we should always pray that God guide us in healing

  • @ismailhafsatmd2282
    @ismailhafsatmd2282 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awake trying to find inspiration.

  • @ParichehrJahani
    @ParichehrJahani 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best ted talk I’ve ever watched

  • @sysamanthahope9033
    @sysamanthahope9033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want to be an otorhinolaryngology surgeon but my grades are hanging on a thread, Pls pls Lord

  • @joshuamorales1113
    @joshuamorales1113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I will become a surgeon; and when I do I will come back to this comment and update you guys.

  • @hussainAli-vn4kd
    @hussainAli-vn4kd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I stepped the first step in my life wish me luck

  • @swaywithmusic290
    @swaywithmusic290 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The craze of being surgeon is strange
    Sometimes i think a doctor not a surgeon is not a doctor.. thats craze

  • @arkachakraborty5489
    @arkachakraborty5489 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Last line by Steve Jobs.

  • @anisharbanashvili8507
    @anisharbanashvili8507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    💖 I'm 14, my dream is become a neurosurgeon, I'm from Georgia.l believe in my dream👩‍⚕️💖

    • @e.a.y.a3452
      @e.a.y.a3452 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow that also my dream and am 16 year

    • @neigeepierrot4694
      @neigeepierrot4694 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best of luck to you both I wish you the best in your journey

  • @PoojaPooja-oc9yq
    @PoojaPooja-oc9yq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I also want to become a surgeon doctor please pray for me

  • @denisaandrone6977
    @denisaandrone6977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this video makes me less embarrassed to say that I'm Romanian

  • @sharhanalhassan7352
    @sharhanalhassan7352 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @musashileo2517
    @musashileo2517 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Future neurosurgeon ih here ❤️

  • @kaleb3329
    @kaleb3329 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1. The song isnt by Guns N Roses. Its by Skid Row haha
    2. Very inspirational. I want to be a surgeon as well. The part about the calling was helpful!

  • @definitely_not_an_athlete1714
    @definitely_not_an_athlete1714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2:49 I bet that you are a character from Grey's Anatomy 😯

  • @TheMotivationWorkshop
    @TheMotivationWorkshop ปีที่แล้ว

    Did he spell plane wrong? 2:49

  • @Naoweemeh
    @Naoweemeh 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏

  • @geokouassi9771
    @geokouassi9771 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @blackchina6142
    @blackchina6142 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a Romanian, I can attest that our medical school is way superior to many. Greek , Iranian and many young guys are coming and study in RO. I can trust with my life any doctor there . Si acum, sa vorbim serious domnule doctor, engleza mai trebuie lucrata. Nu se spune “ any mistake I could do” Cu “ any mistake I could make”. Multi dinette “ Citate” le-am recunoscut din speak-urile altora de aici din US. Nothing wrong, I understand. Iar modestia, v-a dat afara de pe scena. Just kidding. Love ya

  • @bkritika77
    @bkritika77 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ritika is my best friend 🤷🏻‍♀

  • @tkelgo3053
    @tkelgo3053 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    also l want to be surgery
    I can do it ,,,,,,,,no any things can stop me

  • @bendago1000
    @bendago1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If it was for a medical students it is ok

  • @oferteunu3780
    @oferteunu3780 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Un chirurg de exceptie!

  • @Abu.abdirahman3928
    @Abu.abdirahman3928 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Doctor really you don't know GOD, he never been busy, he can hear every time every where are and all languages, even if you don't talk God knows what you thinking and worrying. ALLAHU akbar

  • @itsnicolefactor3097
    @itsnicolefactor3097 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    BS MEDBIO STUDENT HERE

  • @phy29
    @phy29 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You know teleportation will change the job of surgeon no more butcher you have to adapt the position with the strenght of lorenz and the magnetic field ....

  • @brandotmedina
    @brandotmedina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Who here is pre pre-med (highschool)? 😁

    • @neigeepierrot4694
      @neigeepierrot4694 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was a few years ago but good luck on starting your mission

  • @alimbo9436
    @alimbo9436 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I didn't find much value in this talk, all I could hear was "I am a surgeon... surgeons are cool... surgeons have surgical personalities...you must like being a hero if you want to be a surgeon....

  • @margaretteannerosales5975
    @margaretteannerosales5975 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    raise your hand if you're a random procrastinater

  • @user-qt7yb1bn6w
    @user-qt7yb1bn6w 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    한국인1등

  • @bendago1000
    @bendago1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He is egotistical

  • @bendago1000
    @bendago1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Useless

  • @peanut12345
    @peanut12345 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    He can screw 1000's and never go prison for disable and death patients/cattle.