In EM residency switching.

[kitja1965]

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Hey guys, this is my first time posting on this site. However I have utilized SDN in the past for advice looking for through old threads.

A little bit about me, I graduated medical school in 2018 and started a EM residency. I always thought I wanted to do EM but now that I am 6 months in I have come to realize that I made a mistake. I don't want to go into all the reasons why I dislike EM at this time. An opportunity has presented itself and I may be able to switch into Psychiatry. I really like psych and think that psychopharmacology and physiology is fascinating. I just wanted some perspective and see what you guys thought of this move?

 

[el_duderino]

What do you expect us to say? If it's what you want to do, do it.

 

[sayednabd]

I believe the best way to manage "speciality dysphoria" is to try the specialty that you are planning to switch to before making such a huge move. I don't know how can you try psychiatry while in EM residency.
Also, it would be beneficial to set a realistic list of pros and cons for each speciality. Counseling ppl who have been in your situation would be helpful too.
Wish you a Goodluck!!

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[FlowLimited]

Intern year sucks. Take a step back and talk to someone about this if you haven't already. Make sure you're doing it for the right reasons or else you may find yourself in a similar predicament as a psychiatry resident.

 

[jhamaican]

EM sees half psych anyway.

 

[Ironheme]

I believe the best way to manage "speciality dysphoria" is to try the specialty that you are planning to switch to...

EM sees half psych anyway.

If EM resident still wants psych after months in ED...he/she definitely likes the specialty.

 

[visceral0775]

Hey guys, this is my first time posting on this site. However I have utilized SDN in the past for advice looking for through old threads.

A little bit about me, I graduated medical school in 2018 and started a EM residency. I always thought I wanted to do EM but now that I am 6 months in I have come to realize that I made a mistake. I don't want to go into all the reasons why I dislike EM at this time. An opportunity has presented itself and I may be able to switch into Psychiatry. I really like psych and think that psychopharmacology and physiology is fascinating. I just wanted some perspective and see what you guys thought of this move?

Hello,

I just started my EM residency and I am in the exact same predicament in that I am also considering a switch to psych. Did it end up working out for you?

 

[kitja1965]

Hello,

I just started my EM residency and I am in the exact same predicament in that I am also considering a switch to psych. Did it end up working out for you?

Yes it did. Glad I made the switch. You can message me if you have any questions.

 

[visceral0775]

Yes it did. Glad I made the switch. You can message me if you have any questions.

Hello,

I messaged you. Please let me know if you would be able to provide any feedback.
Thanks!