Home again!

Well I'm back home for one day before I have to go back to work - though as you could probably tell from my prior posts, this month is not that stressful. Next week, I'm taking my third round of licensing board exams known as "Step 3". I've been preparing for it by studying here and there but really have not put forth a concerted effort to hit the topics I've missed out on during residency. I'll be trying to play catch-up this week to get where I need to be. Right... that's it!

Neal Anson, MD

Vacation Amazin!

It's been far too long since I've updated the blog site. I'm out of the NICU and on Dermatology. What a great rotation. I'm learning a lot of good information about rashes and other diseases that will be useful in private practice. At the same time, I'm not having to work all that hard because this is my "call free" month. Currently, I'm in Pittsburgh, PA enjoying my vacation with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law. It's just nice to be able to go to bed and wake up on my schedule...

I'll soon be starting my first month as a supervisor. It'll be on hospital medicine also which makes me a little nervous. I'll be responsible for all the codes in the hospital - scary. I'll be studying up on my ACLS cards before then. I know other residents go through the same anxiety and soul searching I am before they supervise other interns, but that doesn't really make it any easier. I think it just takes practice to really feel comfortable in the role.

Neal Anson, MD