I did this 2 years ago & think it's a good time for a refresher for all the new soon to be attendings! #MedTwitter please add your additional advice!
My personal thoughts & advice as a still fairly new attending (3 years in!): A๐งต 1/
#VascSurg #SoMe4Surgery @FutureVascSurgn
My personal thoughts & advice as a still fairly new attending (3 years in!): A๐งต 1/
#VascSurg #SoMe4Surgery @FutureVascSurgn
2/ The support of your partners is paramount! From bouncing off ideas, to operative help, to debriefing after a tough day... make sure you have a supportive group!
3/ What we do is really hard! It's OK to not have all of the answers. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Maybe it's a phone call to a partner, a former attending from training, or a friend. Remember: you are NOT alone!
4/ Your 1st job will likely not be your last but happiness is important! Make sure you are going to a place you will be happy both professionally & personally. What is important to you? Jobs differ - $, call schedules, time off. Find the balance you need.
5/ Training may be over but remember: you are a life long learner. Figure out how you will stay involved & connected! Join your local & national societies, volunteer for committees, review for your journal, etc. AND never stop reading! ๐
6/ Being an attending is hard work! Some days are amazing - "Hell yes that pedal bypass is pulsating & gorgeous"... yet others can suck! Its ok to get angry or cry. Don't let those bad days take away the good ones. Remember: Only surgeons who don't operate have no complications!
7/ If you are involved w/ trainees - this may be the hardest part initially. Knowing what you can let them do / not do... it will take some time to feel this out. Start with... if this goes wrong, can I fix it? I credit that one to @mhumphriesmd!
8/ when you get to your new place... take the time to get to know the people. The clinic staff, OR staff, floor nurses, etc. You will need their help and they yours. Start off on the right foot!
9/ get involved in the hospital - help when asked, join a committee. Its a great way to get your name out there & have a say in how things progress & change
10/ it's also ok to say NO sometimes. I am still learning this. Take on the projects that excite you... but also don't feel guilty to say no thank you. Better yet, give the name of a colleague who may be a good fit for the role!
11/ that's all I have for now! Would love for others to continue to add in their thoughts!
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