Things have been quite eventful these last few weeks to say the least. About a week ago, I was involved in a serious car accident and by the grace of God, other than...
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A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to get back into the Operating Room and it could not have been more satisfying. To read all about my experience, click here. ...
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." From rides to the doctor's office to work to school, the car that I drive has provided a way for me to reach...
This past Sunday, I had the opportunity to help put together stockings filled with all sorts of goodies to be distributed to patients at Children's Medical Center on Christmas Day. Now, some people...
Sweaty palms. Clammy hands. Dry throat. Just a few of the numerous things I was feeling right before I was about to give this speech. Personally speaking, I was not entirely happy with...
My last few research assessments focused heavily on brain tumors and the reason for that is because my Original Work is more than likely going to focus on the growth and spread of...
Brain tumors are a significant portion of cases that pediatric neurosurgeons treat and as such it is crucial to have a thorough understanding as to what exactly tumors are, the various types of...
Over the past 50 years, the field of pediatric cardiology has evolved quite dramatically, particularly in regards to procedures such as cardiac cauterization. To read my analysis on these procedures, click here. ...
Last Tuesday, I had the privilege of going to visit Dr. Weprin and from our conversation, I am so excited for the upcoming year. When I initially went in, Dr. Weprin actually offered...
It is so easy to get overwhelmed by the business of life. This past week was extremely busy for me from having 2 interviews to the Teacher Appreciation Breakfast to running a blood...
Pediatric rheumatologists, a subspecialty of rheumatologists, diagnose and treat childhood arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and other rheumatic diseases of the joints, soft tissue, and connective tissue. To read more of my summary of...
And now comes the time when things really start going by quickly in ISM. This past Friday was Business Symposium - a huge networking opportunity for many ISM students. Essentially this an event...
My first interview was with Dr. Gopi Shah. To read more about my interview with her, click here. ...
My first interview as this past Friday and I feel like my motivation to get back into the swing of things is increasing exponentially. Because of last year, I knew in my head...
Now that we have gone through the first few weeks of school, we have been given the go ahead to start calling and emailing to schedule interviews. Not to sound like I was...
Getting caught up in the routine of ISM and simply going with the flow is a very common predicament. I'm not going to lie -- it's hard to stay committed to something (even...
As I mentioned in my previous post, there are so many specialties within pediatrics. But, what exactly is the difference between these? To read my analysis about the difference between neurosurgery and neurology,...
As we began assembling our list of potential contacts to interview this year, I quickly ran into an issue. I had intended on continuing with pediatric neurosurgery as my field this year and...
It is crazy to think that it about a year has passed since I first began my journey in ISM last year. I've not only learned so much about the field of pediatric...
As I look back upon this year, I cannot help but be incredibly grateful for all that unique and amazing opportunities I have had under the mentorship of Dr. Bradley Weprin. My favorite...
Final Presentation Night is in 3 days. From the very first day of school in August, all ISM students have been working towards this day and the fact that it is so close,...
In preparation for Final Presentation Night, we have been working on our speeches. Below, I have shared both parts of my speech. They are extremely rough and I have not practiced them extensively...
Creating a children's book is something that is much easier said than done. After putting it off for quite some time, I finally got around to sitting down and writing out my story....
With Final Presentation Night just around a month away, things are getting intense and quite quickly. I have been hard at work on my Final Product, which is going to be a book...
During my second surgery, I was able to witness a unique collaboration between pediatric neurosurgeons and pediatric neurologists. The patient suffered from surgeries and the doctors were ressecting a part of the brain...
My Original Work and Final Product are both specializing in hydrocephalus. During my first official mentor visit, I was able to see 2 spinal tap procedures, but in very different scenarios. To read...
After completing my Original Work, I was compelled to further understand how doctors and insurance companies work in collaboration with each other to organize and sort the vast amount and types of surgeries...
Craniofacial abnormalities, more commonly referred to as CFA, refer to a diverse group of deformities in the facial plates and head. To read my analysis about various craniofacial abnormalities, click here. ...
This past week has been quite hectic, but for reasons unrelated to ISM. One thing I am starting to realize is that unless I prioritize my time, the next few weeks are going...
It is crazy how Final Presentation Night is less than two months away. It seems the time has just flown by and the end is in sight. This past week I focused on...
It never ceases to amaze me how much I learn from each mentor visit. Originally, this past Wednesday, I had a mentor visit scheduled and I was supposed to watch my mentor in...
This past Monday I was able to go on my first actual mentor visit and it is safe to say I was blown away. I am not a morning person and I usually...
This past week we were required to give a 20 to 25 minute speech regarding Original Work, and it amazes me how quickly time seems to go once I get in front of...
After quite a busy and hectic week with Original Work, last week was somewhat of a break -- something that is supposedly indicative of how the next few weeks are going to be...
This past has been insanely stressful as we had to finish our Original Work. After meeting with Dr. Weprin the week before, we finalized what exactly I should do for Original Work and...
Depressed skull fractures in newborns are caused mainly by the compression of the head during labor, and in the cases of infants, they are caused primarily by the head trauma. Depressed skull fractures...
This past week in ISM has been kind of a lull. With Original Work due in just a few weeks, other students in my class have begun researching and surveying but I have...
After a long, but well-deserved, winter break, it was exciting to come back to school and get started on my mentorship again. After a few canceled meetings and no response from my mentor,...
Final Display Board at Research Showcase Research Showcase took place on December 16th and I think it is safe to say that it was quite a success. Although my mentor was unable to...
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