Hello all,
I am a current 4th yr medical student who is currently participating in this years match. I am struggling to decide between anesthesia or surgery. I was always interested in surgery and have done several elective rotations. I love the adrenaline when you are first assist and not retracting the entire time. I hate the dreadful hours and being treated as a peasant by your seniors.
Then anesthesia caught my interest. I did a 4th year elective as well and I enjoyed it. The hours were great. If i stay late one day i was the first out the next day. Everyone was super friendly. Got to do a few hands on procedures and intubate, however sometimes it was a little boring.
I applied to both specialties and have a great opportunity for each, however I cant seem to decide which I want more. Ive read several forums from the past but would like to hear if anyone has some new input. It would be greatly appreciated.
I am a current 4th yr medical student who is currently participating in this years match. I am struggling to decide between anesthesia or surgery. I was always interested in surgery and have done several elective rotations. I love the adrenaline when you are first assist and not retracting the entire time. I hate the dreadful hours and being treated as a peasant by your seniors.
Then anesthesia caught my interest. I did a 4th year elective as well and I enjoyed it. The hours were great. If i stay late one day i was the first out the next day. Everyone was super friendly. Got to do a few hands on procedures and intubate, however sometimes it was a little boring.
I applied to both specialties and have a great opportunity for each, however I cant seem to decide which I want more. Ive read several forums from the past but would like to hear if anyone has some new input. It would be greatly appreciated.