I’ve unknowingly used the term “mnemonic” incorrectly my entire life. I equated it with any acronym that helps you remember stuff, which is correct except for the entire part about it being an acronym. Mnemonics, really, are anything that helps you remember something–they’re not limited to cheesy acronyms like “RTDCB = Randy Travis Drinks Cold Beer.” And a mnemonist, a …
(I know, it’s a compass, not a watch. Did it get your attention?) Yes, it would be serendipitous if we could all flick a switch and suddenly be able to stick to disciplined schedules and complete our entire To Do list after work each day. Unfortunately, that’s not how the life of a medical professional goes. We spend all day …
So you made it through school and you’re finally in your first year of residency. You’re psyched to play all of the knowledge cards you spent years acquiring, to have a paycheck, to finally be called that most respectful of terms, “Doc.” Then intern year hits you, and within a week, you feel like every likable character at the end …