Moving on
5 things I hate about Ortho- There's just too many calls per month
- Everyday is the same. Doing changes non-stop.
- I really don't learn much academic stuff.
- Referring to too many other disciplines.
5 things I like about Ortho
- Doing backslabs make me happy. Doing traction makes me happier!
- Managing a patient's medical problem on my own.
- Good nurses who aid in my work.
- Patients who appreciate my hard work.
- Seeing patients get better after a fracture.
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I'm in a love-hate mood.
With the current workload, I can't wait to change posting. Just imagine 4 calls/month in SGH GS.
But then again, the people in CGH ortho are quite nice.
Haiz, 2 more calls to go. They better be good. I'm starting to tire.
Just came; Now gone
My annual leave just started this Tuesday, and now it's ended. Good times really flies.
But amidst the rainy days and occasional sunrays, I've managed to fulfill some pre-leave must-do-stuff.
Getting some much needed rest, especially since the weather makes it so inconducive to go out.
Get a makeover, of sorts. Went on a shopping spree. Only regret is, I could have spent more.
Win some moolah at mahjong.
Discovered karaoke is expensive during festive periods but went for it anyway.
And stayed at a really really nice local hotel. And really lived the high life, for a weekend.
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But as with all holidays, I didn't manage to do the following:
- Clean my room
- Get new working clothes
- Spend more time with my family (it's never enough)
- Go climbing
- Lose weight, tone up (it's always harder during the hols)
- Read up
I've so got to do those before the new year comes.
Morbidity & Mortality
The Death TestAccording to our research, you'll be dead by
January 2065 at age 82- probable cause ->
heart attackYOU DIE: 82.3 years
AVERAGE MALE LIFE SPAN:
72.5 years
As you can plainly see, you have more health & vitality than the average man.
You have 21249.8 days left on this earth.
You've already lived 29% of your life.
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Flu-filled Christmas
Got the flu bug, seems like everybody's getting it.
And being on call with watery eyes and runny nose is really horrible.
Luckily it was a good call.
Thanks to those who offered me tissues, or asked if I've been crying.
It's just the flu.
Quiz 3/3
The Slow Dancer Deliberate Gentle Love Dreamer (DGLDm) Steady, reliable, and cradling her tenderly. Take a deep breath, and let it out real easy...you are The Slow Dancer. Your focus is love, not sex, and for your age, you have average experience. But you're a great, thoughtful guy, and your love life improves every year. There's also a powerful elimination process working in your favor: most Playboy types get stuck raising unwanted kids before you even begin settling down. The women left over will be hot and yours. Your ideal woman is someone intimate, intelligent, and very supportive. While you're not exactly the life of the party, you do thrive in small groups of smart people. Your circle of friends is extra tight and it's HIGHLY likely they're just like you. You appreciate symmetry in relationships. ALWAYS AVOID: The Battleaxe CONSIDER: The Maid of Honor or The Sonnet | | |
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Practicality
This posting has been quite an experience of its own.
Not that it has been fun the whole time, although it has been mostly enjoyable; but rather that this posting has been more of a hands-on posting than academic posting.
In terms of orthopaedic knowledge, I don't think I've amassed much more knowledge than I started the posting with.
But in terms of picking up practical skills, I'll probably never forget how to do a backslab or straight leg traction ever.
Now if only I got to scrub up to do something more major...
Quiz 2/3
Nearing the end
The new year is just round the corner. With the new year also means the end of another HO posting.
I still remember the last time I changed posting. I really missed the department and hospital and everyone who have touched a part of my life.
And I had such a tough time settling into the new environment.
But almost 4 months down the road, I'm beginnning to feel a sense of deja vu again.
I'm beginning to feel that I'll miss everyone in CGH, from the senior doctors to the nurses to the allied health staff.
Christmas gets me into the emotional mood...
Quiz 1/3
You are The Hermit
Prudence, Caution, Deliberation.
The Hermit points to all things hidden, such as knowledge and inspiration,hidden enemies. The illumination is from within, and retirement from participation in current events.
The Hermit is a card of introspection, analysis and, well, virginity. You do not desire to socialize; the card indicates, instead, a desire for peace and solitude. You prefer to take the time to think, organize, ruminate, take stock. There may be feelings of frustration and discontent but these feelings eventually lead to enlightenment, illumination, clarity.
The Hermit represents a wise, inspirational person, friend, teacher, therapist. This a person who can shine a light on things that were previously mysterious and confusing.
What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.
Frustration
Dammit! I'm a doctor, NOT a plug setter!
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I'm suffering from call fatigue again.
There comes a time when the phone rings too many times.
I was this close to screaming my head off if another call comes in to ask me to set a plug.
I just need to vent.
I just need a break.
