What to Expect During Your Third Year Rotations

In this episode, my good friend and senior Alex Frangenburg and I talk about clerkship rotations and the transition of going from your year 1 and 2 didactics to being in the clinic and hospital. What you can expect, how you can set yourself up for success, and how to make the most of your time as a rising physician.

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Chapters:

0:00 Introduction

1:04 Alex’s Introduction

2:36 How long are clerkship rotations?

8:56 How is the transition from year 1 and 2 didactics to clerkship rotations?

12:45 How do clerkships vary from specialty to specialty?

21:09 What does it mean to be pimped on rotation?

23:08 How do I ask the right questions at the right time on rotations?

30:15 What is an elective rotation, and how do I go about securing one?

32:02 What am I allowed to and expected to do on a rotation?

36:39 What is a Shelf/COMAT Exam, what does it entail, and how should I prepare for one?

39:27 What can I do to hit the ground running on day 1 of my clerkship rotations?

44:54 Final words of wisdom… 

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