A Week in Med School Vlog

Aug 22, 2024

Med School Vlog Notes

Introduction

  • Good morning everyone! Hope you're all doing well.
  • Busy week ahead in med school with dissections and clinical skills tutorials.

Weekly Schedule Overview

  • Tuesday:
    • Dissections
    • Clinical skills tutorial
  • Wednesday:
    • More dissections
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) training
    • Several lectures
  • Overall:
    • Expected to be the busiest week in med school so far.

Dissections

  • Purpose:
    • Gain strong grasp of human anatomy.
    • Involves making incisions and exposing various anatomy layers (epidermis to muscles).
  • Cadaver Use:
    • Dissections conducted on preserved cadavers donated to science.
  • Assessment:
    • Precision of dissections and understanding of physiology/anatomy will be tested.
  • Week 2 Goals:
    • Remove superficial fascia to expose pectoralis major/minor muscles.
    • Group work (12 students) required for shared tasks.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • Learn procedures for responding to medical emergencies:
    • Doctor's ABC: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
  • Training includes using defibrillators and performing ventilations/compressions.

Clinical Skills Tutorial

  • Focus on cardiovascular system.
    • Reviewed cases of myocardial infarction and unstable angina.
    • Importance of identifying symptoms and performing physical examinations.

Anatomy Learning

  • Topics Covered:
    • Thoracic cavity anatomy, including key muscles and nerves.
    • Important structures discussed: pectoralis major, pectoralis minor, related arterial and nerve supplies.
  • Study Tips:
    • Utilize flashcards and visual aids.
    • Practice physical examinations regularly.

Additional Activities

  • Meetings planned for school community course modules.
  • Continued study and preparation for upcoming tests and lectures.

Personal Reflections

  • The importance of balancing study with rest and fun.
  • Acknowledgment of the demanding nature of medical training.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement for students to join community for support and additional resources.
  • Reminder to take breaks and practice self-care despite busy schedules.