Class of 2017!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!

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Guero said:
Ahhh, aye! Aye, aye, aye! 'Twas me intention! Dunno why it didn't hit me like a sheep runnin' from a wee Englishman! 😉
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Quoting the movie "Brave"


"If ye had the chance ta chehnge yer feht, woodjur?"

My response was "ermehgerd, I werd!"

😆
 
MedicalAuthor said:
So I have a 55 gallon tank I've upheld for about 2 years now. I have to figure out how to either transfer all my tropical fishies to NY or to find them good homes.

It'll probably be the latter (just return them to the fish store I bought them from - good place). Trying to carry them across country will most likely be either expensive or a pain and result in dead fish.
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I've had my 55 gallon for four years now and moving it has sucked every time. I really am hoping I will just have to move to western Washington. That would just require keeping the fish in buckets. If I have to go to Virginia or Nebraska, I will be selling the fish but keeping my plants in a bucket for the trip.
 
Raryn said:
You realize we'll actually be doctors in 6 months, right?

... and that this thread is still in pre-allo.
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Totally just saw this in the c/o 2013 thread. How would ya'll like to put on our big boy undies (and big girl panties) and move on over to the med student forum? I've got the thread drafted "Class of 2017: The Med School Daze," but don't want to get in trouble for posting a superfluous thread... I guess that'd be superfluous, huh?
 
Guero said:
Dear lord how this post hits home, same situation when I took cell bio. On that note, good 'Marnin everyone! Rise and shine!
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I forgot to set my alarm last night 😛 Woke up at 8am instead of 6:45... oh well. There are cupcakes in the office today!
 
Guero said:
Totally just saw this in the c/o 2013 thread. How would ya'll like to put on our big boy undies (and big girl panties) and move on over to the med student forum? I've got the thread drafted "Class of 2017: The Med School Daze," but don't want to get in trouble for posting a superfluous thread... I guess that'd be superfluous, huh?
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Is this allowed?! Lol.

Is it superfluous since we have been accepted and this is a premed thread?

And will us Osteo students get in trouble for posting in the Allo thread? Lol. Don't wanna rustle ya know. 😆
 
MoeMed15 said:
Is this allowed?! Lol.

Is it superfluous since we have been accepted and this is a premed thread?

And will us Osteo students get in trouble for posting in the Allo thread? Lol. Don't wanna rustle ya know. 😆
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LoL Exactly!

Tots, can you please help us out and let us know if this is okay? (PM also sent.)
 
Guero said:
I want cupcakes! 🙁 I'm jelly.
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They are chocolate stout cupcakes with whisky buttercream frosting. Our awesome secretary made them to celebrate March's bdays. But I was told that I had to wait until everyone is together to take one :/ I am usually not into cupcakes but I want one today!

I am thinking about brining cheesecake when is my turn.
 
Guero said:
LoL Exactly!

Tots, can you please help us out and let us know if this is okay? (PM also sent.)
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I wouldn't do it. We have this thread for a reason. People still post in their class threads even after matriculation. Further, you're not med students until day one. They'll be more than happy to remind you of this if given the chance.


Last, with the recent spam of stupid stuff there lately, I can't imagine a positive reception.
 
impermanence said:
They are chocolate stout cupcakes with whisky buttercream frosting. Our awesome secretary made them to celebrate March's bdays. But I was told that I had to wait until everyone is together to take one :/ I am usually not into cupcakes but I want one today!

I am thinking about brining cheesecake when is my turn.
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Ermagawd! Whiskey buttercream!?!? That's like wedding cake quality ingredients! I'm even more jelly now!

*pouting as I walk to the breakroom to eat my daily ham and cheese sammich garnished with nothing but mustard and olive oil mayo on 100% whole, hearty wheat, no sides* At least I'm losing weight. :cry:
 
Guero said:
Ermagawd! Whiskey buttercream!?!? That's like wedding cake quality ingredients! I'm even more jelly now!

*pouting as I walk to the breakroom to eat my daily ham and cheese sammich garnished with nothing but mustard and olive oil mayo on 100% whole, hearty wheat, no sides* At least I'm losing weight. :cry:
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no spinach or onions? You should at least have some fruit... perhaps baby carrots? Even though technically baby carrots don't exist 😱
 
impermanence said:
no spinach or onions? You should at least have some fruit... perhaps baby carrots? Even though technically baby carrots don't exist 😱
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Nope, I find that when I have sides they act as catalysts for my apetite rather than inhibitors. As I've said before, my metabolism (and appetite for that matter) is extraordinarily unique. Most people lose weight when they eat breakfast; I gain. :shrug: I found what works and am trying to stick with it.
 
CsHead said:
I wouldn't do it. We have this thread for a reason. People still post in their class threads even after matriculation. Further, you're not med students until day one. They'll be more than happy to remind you of this if given the chance.


Last, with the recent spam of stupid stuff there lately, I can't imagine a positive reception.
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Missed this originally. Thanks CsHead.
 
Doctor Strange said:
Not a fan of SCII, though if you manage to pick up some signed copies, send the extras over to me... I'm sure I'll be able to find some buyers for a small cut... :naughty:
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I've got an account on SCII, but I almost never play. Ill have to google this heart of the swarm thing.
 
impermanence said:
no spinach or onions? You should at least have some fruit... perhaps baby carrots? Even though technically baby carrots don't exist 😱
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TOP!!
😎

Guero, you should totally throw some veggies on that bad lil sandwich!
 
dudeliness said:
TOP!!
😎

Guero, you should totally throw some veggies on that bad lil sandwich!
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Stealthy, dude. :highfive: I used to, but don't have the patience to prep for the week. I might go back to it, though. I need to increase my veggie intake. And it'd taste AWESOME. I used to use toasted bread everyday, too. I should bring in a toaster and put it next to my coffee maker in the office, lol.
 
CsHead said:
I wouldn't do it. We have this thread for a reason. People still post in their class threads even after matriculation. Further, you're not med students until day one. They'll be more than happy to remind you of this if given the chance.


Last, with the recent spam of stupid stuff there lately, I can't imagine a positive reception.
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Sounds legit!

And it may be cool in 4 years to open this thread and see how naive we were. Lol.

And if you haven't joined the Facebook group yet, I highly suggest it!
 
Hey guys,

Anyone putting together graduation/White coat ceremony gift ideas for relatives and friends? Everyone in my family wants to "contribute" to my success and are asking me what kind of things I want/need. I already suggested a stethoscope but don't know what else, med school-wise, is needed. What are you guys hinting at your gift givers?

Already have...

Stethoscope
Coffee Machine & Thermos
Med School Hoody/Shirts/Sweats
Amazon/Target giftcards

Anyone else have some insight?
 
prado said:
Hey guys,

Anyone putting together graduation/White coat ceremony gift ideas for relatives and friends? Everyone in my family wants to "contribute" to my success and are asking me what kind of things I want/need. I already suggested a stethoscope but don't know what else, med school-wise, is needed. What are you guys hinting at your gift givers?

Already have...

Stethoscope
Coffee Machine & Thermos
Med School Hoody/Shirts/Sweats
Amazon/Target giftcards

Anyone else have some insight?
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Tuition?
2gs a month?
Moving Expenses?
Stripper (Roommates will love you)?
Fine wine/bourbon/single Or dbl malt?


I could go on.
 
MoeMed15 said:
Sounds legit!

And it may be cool in 4 years to open this thread and see how naive we were. Lol.

And if you haven't joined the Facebook group yet, I highly suggest it!
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I mean maybe I will... all of my pictures are blocked anyway... wait.. then you guys will know my real name :laugh::laugh:


Accountability ... Nooooo
 
prado said:
Hey guys,

Anyone putting together graduation/White coat ceremony gift ideas for relatives and friends? Everyone in my family wants to "contribute" to my success and are asking me what kind of things I want/need. I already suggested a stethoscope but don't know what else, med school-wise, is needed. What are you guys hinting at your gift givers?

Already have...

Stethoscope
Coffee Machine & Thermos
Med School Hoody/Shirts/Sweats
Amazon/Target giftcards

Anyone else have some insight?
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Even if you didn't have a stethoscope, don't ask for one. Some schools have required fees and sometimes include a stethoscope in those fees. Even if you have one the schools will require you use theirs. It is kind of lame, but oh well.

And I am not making a gift suggestion thing for my relatives. If they want to get me something then I won't complain about whatever it is. However, I doubt my relatives even know what a white coat ceremony is.
 
prado said:
Hey guys,

Anyone putting together graduation/White coat ceremony gift ideas for relatives and friends? Everyone in my family wants to "contribute" to my success and are asking me what kind of things I want/need. I already suggested a stethoscope but don't know what else, med school-wise, is needed. What are you guys hinting at your gift givers?

Already have...

Stethoscope
Coffee Machine & Thermos
Med School Hoody/Shirts/Sweats
Amazon/Target giftcards

Anyone else have some insight?
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Diagnostic Kit – A few options to consider (These diagnostic kits are not required, but are useful to own if you're in the Rural Track program or doing mission trips):
 Standard ophthalmoscope head vs. the PanOptic. The PanOptic is more expensive, but provides a better view of the optic fundus. If you opt to use only the PanOptic, you will be doing yourself a disservice, however, as most offices, including hospitals, still use the standard head. The PanOptic is a luxury, and it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with both models.
 Grip/Battery Pack: This is truly a personal choice. The lithium grips are smaller and lighter. They can only be charged by plugging them into the wall, but they charge faster and don't have memory. The NiCad battery grip is larger and heavier, but it is cheaper. Also it can run on two C batteries in addition to the battery pack, so if you plan on practicing in developing countries, this is probably the grip you want to purchase. 
o Stethoscope – This is the must-have piece of equipment. For quality of sound, you should purchase a cardiology-level stethoscope. The most commonly used brand by students seems to be Littmann (Cardiology III, Classic II S.E.).
o Pen light – These are made available for your use by the Physical Exam course, so you don't have to buy one unless you want one for your personal use.
o Blood Pressure Cuff – These are also provided for you, so there is no reason to purchase one unless you just prefer to have your own.
o Snellen eye chart, tuning fork, reflex hammer (a heavy one)– These items are also optional. A Snellen chart may be included with the purchase of a diagnostic kit.

As for what BABSstudend said, that's a great point. All of my schools are "BYOS" (stuff) and have no requirements regarding brands and such. The above was taken from a guide written by our upperclassmen at one school. So, if you can buy your own and don't have to meet some arbirtrary specifications set by your school, there go some major expenses! Enjoy!
 
prado said:
Hey guys,

Anyone putting together graduation/White coat ceremony gift ideas for relatives and friends? Everyone in my family wants to "contribute" to my success and are asking me what kind of things I want/need. I already suggested a stethoscope but don't know what else, med school-wise, is needed. What are you guys hinting at your gift givers?

Already have...

Stethoscope
Coffee Machine & Thermos
Med School Hoody/Shirts/Sweats
Amazon/Target giftcards

Anyone else have some insight?
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$$$$$$$$$$$$
 
Guero said:
Nope, I find that when I have sides they act as catalysts for my apetite rather than inhibitors. As I've said before, my metabolism (and appetite for that matter) is extraordinarily unique. Most people lose weight when they eat breakfast; I gain. :shrug: I found what works and am trying to stick with it.
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Still gotta get your fiber.
 
BABSstudent said:
Even if you didn't have a stethoscope, don't ask for one. Some schools have required fees and sometimes include a stethoscope in those fees. Even if you have one the schools will require you use theirs. It is kind of lame, but oh well.

And I am not making a gift suggestion thing for my relatives. If they want to get me something then I won't complain about whatever it is. However, I doubt my relatives even know what a white coat ceremony is.
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This.
No legacy here folks, I'm breaking free!
I doubt anyone will be getting me a present for entering med school, but my new computer and new clothes (gotta dress professunal-like), and new life in a new city are pretty big presents!
 
dudeliness said:
This.
No legacy here folks, I'm breaking free!
I doubt anyone will be getting me a present for entering med school, but my new computer and new clothes (gotta dress professunal-like), and new life in a new city are pretty big presents!
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This.

None of my family graduated high school. Lol. They know what a white coat is, but that's the extent. My grandmother did get me this for being accepted though. It's from Tiffany's lol:

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You don't need to have a legacy to know what a white coat ceremony is. I have no doctors in my family, but when anyone asked me about when I start, I told them about the white coat ceremony and explained that it's like graduation but in reverse. Naturally they've been asking my mother (her side) what I need/want.

I always felt wrong asking for money as a gift, never got the courage to do it, ever. We'll see if my expected $250k debt changes things :laugh:

*Thanks for the info about the required equipment, I'll be sure to check that out
 
prado said:
You don't need to have a legacy to know what a white coat ceremony is. I have no doctors in my family, but when anyone asked me about when I start, I told them about the white coat ceremony and explained that it's like graduation but in reverse. Naturally they've been asking my mother (her side) what I need/want.

I always felt wrong asking for money as a gift, never got the courage to do it, ever. We'll see if my expected $250k debt changes things :laugh:

*Thanks for the info about the required equipment, I'll be sure to check that out
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No prob bob.

Yeah, no legacy here either. I'm the first one to graduate from a 4 year university (but not the first with a degree). I'm definitely the first in the entire ancestry to pursue medicine (we're well aware of our ancestry since I'm the second born in the US). Back in Germany (paternal) they were all military officers and back in Ireland (maternal) they were all...well, I have no idea, but I'm sure it was far from aristocratic or medical. I haven't seen or heard from my mom's side since I was 3 years old. Typical Irish drama post-divorce.
 
MoeMed15 said:
This.

None of my family graduated high school. Lol. They know what a white coat is, but that's the extent. My grandmother did get me this for being accepted though. It's from Tiffany's lol:

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Nice pen! Is it a gel pen? Black or blue? I am a bit OCD about my pens.

This is my current favorite: http://www.jetpens.com/Pilot-Hi-Tec-C-Gel-Ink-Pen-with-Grip-0.5-mm-Black/pd/2802

EDIT: Nvm I checked, ballpoint pen. Still pretty but $$$
In other news, I am currently reading Pitch Dark by Renata Adler. She is awesome.
 
I still like those multi-colored clicky pens for the convenience of having multiple colors, but boy do they suck haha. Also it's hilarious during ochem when you're doing mechanisms and you hear the entire class clicking to change colors.
 
impermanence said:
Nice pen! Is it a gel pen? Black or blue? I am a bit OCD about my pens.

This is my current favorite: http://www.jetpens.com/Pilot-Hi-Tec-C-Gel-Ink-Pen-with-Grip-0.5-mm-Black/pd/2802

EDIT: Nvm I checked, ballpoint pen. Still pretty but $$$
In other news, I am currently reading Pitch Dark by Renata Adler. She is awesome.
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Yeah. It's a special pen that I will not use every day. I may even save it for the first time I sign my first chart or something. She was proud of me and splurged. I scolded her, but accepted.

For every day use, I use sharpie pens. LOVE them. I'm a sharpie and post-it type person.
 
Guero said:
No prob bob.

Yeah, no legacy here either. I'm the first one to graduate from a 4 year university (but not the first with a degree). I'm definitely the first in the entire ancestry to pursue medicine (we're well aware of our ancestry since I'm the second born in the US). Back in Germany (paternal) they were all military officers and back in Ireland (maternal) they were all...well, I have no idea, but I'm sure it was far from aristocratic or medical. I haven't seen or heard from my mom's side since I was 3 years old. Typical Irish drama post-divorce.
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Wow man strong ancestry. I have my own story but it stops at my grandparents, unaware of my family tree completely. I still want to see a pic of those tats so I know who not to mess with if we bump into each other 3rd year 🙂

And I wish all schools had one of those survivor guides. It would be so beneficial to the accepted students.
 
Goobs said:
I still like those multi-colored clicky pens for the convenience of having multiple colors, but boy do they suck haha. Also it's hilarious during ochem when you're doing mechanisms and you hear the entire class clicking to change colors.
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One of the reasons I stopped going to that class.
 
prado said:
Wow man strong ancestry. I have my own story but it stops at my grandparents, unaware of my family tree completely. I still want to see a pic of those tats so I know who not to mess with if we bump into each other 3rd year 🙂

And I wish all schools had one of those survivor guides. It would be so beneficial to the accepted students.
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I just looked up that amazing tat display and wow 😱 Looks good!
 
suuuperhuman17 said:
One of the reasons I stopped going to that class.
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Hopefully you weren't "that guy" that made it a point to let everyone know of his frustration by sighing as loud as he could when the clicking started :meanie:
 
prado said:
Hopefully you weren't "that guy" that made it a point to let everyone know of his frustration by sighing as loud as he could when the clicking started :meanie:
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Hopefully she was :naughty:
 
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