Last week, my wife and I did something decadent. We went to this place in town called The Salt Cave. Here’s the premise: you go into this dark, quiet room with these unbelievable massage chairs. This lovely relaxing music is playing and then they saturate the air with salt. You hang out in this … [Read more...]

TAKE THE DAY OFF! I don’t think I can be any clearer than that. Do not use it as a catch-up day. Do not use it study a little extra. You’ve been sleeping at your desk, ignoring the calls from your mother, and altogether ignoring the outside world. Your brain needs a rest. … [Read more...]

A few days ago, I got an email from Julie asking which question bank I recommend using. My general feeling on test banks is that you should 100% sign up for one. Practicing full-length test questions before your exam is a must. Not using one would be like practicing ping-pong without a … [Read more...]

Yesterday, we talked about transferable skills. One skill you should be trying to build is the ability to simplify. The ability to take complicated subjects and break them down into easy-to-understand components. Being able to do that is one reason why students should always be teaching. You should … [Read more...]

When I interviewed for my current position, I interviewed with the Chief of Surgery since he was going to be my supervising physician. During that interview, I expressed that I had some concerns about taking the position should it be offered to me. ( I think honesty is endearing. Contrary to … [Read more...]