tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post8232623119652836132..comments2024-02-10T02:14:39.898-05:00Comments on Buckeye Surgeon: J.D. Salinger and the Doctors of TomorrowJeffrey Parks MD FACShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15650563299849196122noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-69052743467843934832013-10-13T16:56:56.381-04:002013-10-13T16:56:56.381-04:00Thank you is all I can say. I am a 4th year medica...Thank you is all I can say. I am a 4th year medical student preparing for my next journey: family medicine residency.<br /><br />You really hit 'the nail on the head' with this one. Medicine is truly the greatest profession. I am honored each day that I have the opportunity to do what I do.<br /><br />Again, thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-91753482926977865922013-03-12T22:12:33.961-04:002013-03-12T22:12:33.961-04:00I'm not a doctor, but soon to be nurse and thi...I'm not a doctor, but soon to be nurse and this post was very powerful for me. You are a fantastic writer, thank you for sharing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-17984010171669326892012-05-08T03:23:54.209-04:002012-05-08T03:23:54.209-04:00An accidental tap and I was back at your site and ...An accidental tap and I was back at your site and instantly captivated by the title...excellent timing and an uplifting piece of writing. I am a GP up in Canada, one of those in danger of becoming a cog in the wheel of the primary care system and having a number of those days so well expressed by the phrase "How did I get here?"<br /> <br />No one goes into medical school (I hope) thinking about debt, how much they will make or many of the things I now find myself thinking of. Rather, I suspect most have clear skies and are looking to serve their fellow humans. What I most liked about your blog (and the was a lot to like) was the reminder that we, the doctors, must remember the the way the patients trust and open their lives to us is an honour and a privilege. We are the lucky ones, not them. It is this thought that will come with me into the next day, week, months and years to come as I polish my 2 feet of hallway railing over and over again. Thank you for the excellent reminder of what it is to be a member of this most challenging but excellent field.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-70996761869684298942012-02-19T08:16:34.697-05:002012-02-19T08:16:34.697-05:00I'm a MD/PhD student writing (or, more accurat...I'm a MD/PhD student writing (or, more accurately, procrastinating from writing) my PhD thesis right now. I've been feeling burned out, with little motivation to continue. I've been reflecting on what I've accomplished during my PhD and it seems like not much (although maybe that's just the burnout rearing its head). <br /><br />One of the things I had been putting off was reading this blog post after a friend recommended it. I've literally had the tab open in my browser for over a week and haven't been able to summon the motivation to read it.<br /><br />This morning I read it. For the first time in a long time I'm neither burned out nor bitter.<br /><br />This post reminded me of why I'm doing what I'm doing. It reminded me of the view I had on the world after my first time reading Franny and Zooey in college. It reminded me to do it for the Fat Lady.<br /><br />So thank you. It's somewhat amazing to me that a chance reading of a blog post could be precisely what I needed to read at this moment (but I guess that's why the "Unbearable Lightness of Being" sold so many copies).<br /><br />As I re-enter third year med school, I'm going to try remember the perspective I now have thanks to what I've read here (which reminded me of how I was and felt before). And I'll try to remember at the toughest times in my training and practice to keep my stars shining and to do it for the Fat Lady.A Studentnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-83178578225781808932011-12-02T18:08:58.434-05:002011-12-02T18:08:58.434-05:00This is truly an inspired post, Catcher in the Rye...This is truly an inspired post, Catcher in the Rye is such a good book and this post is very poignant.<br /><br />Great job. I found your site through Oprah!Sallyhttp://med-assistant-certification.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-59023272279719854772011-05-15T20:18:13.000-04:002011-05-15T20:18:13.000-04:00Dr. Parks: I am a nurse practitioner student, but ...Dr. Parks: I am a nurse practitioner student, but I also raised three children and worked in nursing for many years before deciding to return... For almost 10 years I had the privilege of working for two general surgeons in private practice; from them I learned a great deal. Though neither could write or express what you have in your Salinger post, I thought of them while reading. It is my humble opinion that general surgeons (i.e.,good ones) are unsung heroes, quietly "doing their job" 24/7. And, I will fill in for your Aunt and tell you that you are special;the pt who enters the Ohio ER when you have call is fortunate indeed. Thank you for taking the time to share your ideas and thoughts; the internet is a bit better for it.DDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-13814178200373398302011-02-13T11:22:15.252-05:002011-02-13T11:22:15.252-05:00Awesome read! It really makes me step back and ob...Awesome read! It really makes me step back and observe what I have done, and what I plan to do. Right now, I am cracking away at the MCAT and pre-med frenzy of 3rd year. At times I feel overwhelmed and get the feeling of "what's the point?" However, this reminded me why I haven't quit and won't ever quit.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-30012909721879683002010-09-28T23:19:55.421-04:002010-09-28T23:19:55.421-04:00I tried like hell to find a typo - couldn't. ...I tried like hell to find a typo - couldn't. Tried like hell to find something I didn't like about this post - couldn't. Wish I had a vocabulary like yours and realized as a former engineering student-turned doctor - couldn't say I'll ever have such.<br /><br />Damn you. <br /><br />Still, it was a joy to read.DrWeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17438019699222125477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-43536867432099859062010-04-19T08:55:24.022-04:002010-04-19T08:55:24.022-04:00My dear friend,
this piece was recommended by my c...My dear friend,<br />this piece was recommended by my colleague and i cannot thank him enough!This is probably one of the most insightful pieces of writing, i have ever come across.<br />You are blessed with a depth of understanding and wisdom far beyond your years not to mention an enviable talent as a writer.<br />I am grateful, you have given form to those many thoughts i share privately with friends .<br /><br />What a surgeon you could be ,if you were even half as good as you think or write.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-69195863818521553152010-04-18T07:44:12.928-04:002010-04-18T07:44:12.928-04:00Dear Sir,
I am a general surgeon in Bangladesh. 28...Dear Sir,<br />I am a general surgeon in Bangladesh. 28 months back my only child, 20 yr old son, who was a medical student died from hepatitis. He was a brilliant student, topping in all exams in school and college. He was selected to study engineering in Rutgers Univ USA. But after one semester he chose to return to Bangladesh. We were all surprised, even so when he wanted to study medicine. He was as usual doing very good in all exams in Rutgers, having lot of friends and enjoying life. When I asked him why he wanted to become a doctor in Bangladesh and give up his good life in USA. He looked at me and said, "Abbu (Father), I want to be like you. I want to do good and enjoy doing it." I never understood what he meant, because I am just a simple gen surgeon going through life as best as I could. After reading your blog, I now really understand what my son meant and what he wanted to become. Thank you.<br />My son fell sick very shortly after enrolling in a medical school and died after being in a coma for 11 days. <br />You can have a look at his life in the facebook http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=21623516576Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10710998141701112615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-11732610644863611972010-03-18T15:44:02.561-04:002010-03-18T15:44:02.561-04:00As a MS1, I understand how the naivete and feeling...As a MS1, I understand how the naivete and feeling of being 'chosen' can turn a rough corner with an intense workload and mounting debt. At the same time, it is so unbelievably important to keep the Gaze of which you speak held firmly in the mind...<br /><br />Thank you so much for this wonderful post. It speaks volumes for that which I cannot put into words!Mamboserahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05487497637003033259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-59367792338478911582010-03-08T22:21:51.235-05:002010-03-08T22:21:51.235-05:00I'm a final yr student in Australia, love yr b...I'm a final yr student in Australia, love yr blog:) thx for sharing yr insight n experiences wf us!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-34851068678892122102010-03-07T15:56:12.783-05:002010-03-07T15:56:12.783-05:00One last anonymous comment. This was a great post....One last anonymous comment. This was a great post. It is amazing how fast we lose sight of what matters in medical school. Third year at my schools is the first time we are really graded, and all of our hyper competitive type-A-ness comes out of the woodwork. It is also the first time we have patients. It made me sick on my medicine clerkship when I realized I could get more scut done and get better evaluations if I spent about 30 seconds per day with my patients. <br /><br />It's hard to keep perspective but occasional reflection is key. Glad to have you around Buckeye.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-71613412638713659412010-03-03T23:13:10.711-05:002010-03-03T23:13:10.711-05:00clap.........
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We are preparing for our worst med1 exam...Hey Jeff,<br />We are preparing for our worst med1 exam. Reading your posts makes studying less horrible, because it reminds me why I am learning the material.<br />Thanks for the inspiration,<br />RachaelUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13501385004300473852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-67833738396554662182010-02-27T21:58:42.628-05:002010-02-27T21:58:42.628-05:00Another anonymous reader and paeds resident in Aus...Another anonymous reader and paeds resident in Australia. An absolutely brilliant post!Janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09413389302060195582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-7995196153683836072010-02-27T20:59:17.147-05:002010-02-27T20:59:17.147-05:00Inspiring stuff, but I think I'm still going t...Inspiring stuff, but I think I'm still going to resign. I think psychiatry is where I belong. The connection with patients and families in their most acutely trying and vulnerable times is all I really like about surgery anyway, well, that and taking time to conscientiously explain medical things to them like a person. Sounds like you can relate. <br /><br />Great post and thanks for pointing out the amazing and rewarding daily drama of the human condition.gs residentnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-53879127345888514422010-02-27T10:28:03.567-05:002010-02-27T10:28:03.567-05:00Great post, another anonymous MS3 reader. It help...Great post, another anonymous MS3 reader. It helps put things back into perspectiveGranthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08050866398929695171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2760353953251845523.post-14114527854531354472010-02-26T11:45:05.395-05:002010-02-26T11:45:05.395-05:00What a well-written, thorough post. Fantastic and...What a well-written, thorough post. Fantastic and insightful and funny and poignant. Thank you.StorytellERdochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14371229500424449124noreply@blogger.com