I'd say our first activity was a big success. For a Thursday evening after a long week, we had a good turnout. Dr. Jared Strote shared with us some common reasons why people choose or don't choose EM. Here's a quick synopsis:
Pros about EM:- Diagnostician
- Energy/Excitement
- Patient Relationships
- Schedule
- See everything
- Public health/safety net
- Procedures
- Cool extras
Cons about EM:- Generalist
- Patient Relationships
- Schedule
- Intensity/Social ills
Myths:
As you probably noticed, some of the pros are also cons. It all depends on who you are and what appeals to you. Also, I found the burnout thing interesting. Dr. Strote suggested that although people will tell you about the "burnout" after you've told them you're interested in EM, burnout really isn't seen among EM trained physicians. Much of the myth is perpetuated from surgeons and medicine physicians who left their field and decided to do EM.
The other thing he emphasized is "
Don't go into EM for the lifestyle!" Do what's best for you and what fits your personality.
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