Something Old, Something New
Life for me lately has been pretty quiet but nice. I am on a 2-week hiatus from rotations. I have 4 more residency interviews in the next 2 weeks, and then 15+ more in the coming months, depending upon how many I am able to make it to. My life lately has been very secretarial. I spend my day faxing documents, printing stuff, filing, etc., all in the name of residency interviews and elective rotations applications. Kind of a drag, but sometimes this is what you gotta do.
I went on a super duper long run yesterday over the Brooklyn Bridge and into Chinatown, Manhattan. The weather was gorgeous, and it made me so happy and relaxed. In fact, the weather is supposed to be super nice the next 2 days. I might run every day since this is likely the last of the nice weather for a while and I’m on a pseudo-vacation.
Anyway, I was just thinking yesterday about how much I miss Dominica. I enjoyed the beauty and simplicity so much (even though I did complain sometimes).
I can’t believe that I’m about to graduate medical school in a few short months. I’ve already been getting snail mail and emails to the name “Dr. Campbell,” which still seems incredibly strange. I feel like it was only a few short days ago that I was taking the above photo for my new website, which was going to document my experiences through med school. I also can’t believe I’ve managed to maintain this site the whole way through. It’s something that I’m very proud of. Thanks to all of you out there who have sent me many supportive emails over the past few years. You make it all worth doing!
Soon, I will have to figure out what to do with this site. I will no longer be a med student. islandresident.com? Maybe, we shall see…
My name is Kendra and I am a newly minted doctor about to begin my residency in Psychiatry at 
Kendra, Good luck with all of your interviews. Just be your positive beautiful self and you will do well. : )
You are amazing! I know I speak for many when I say thank you for this site.
Hello!
I am frequent reader of your site, and it has been a pleasure to witness your growth during the past few years. Keep it up
I know that you were interested in emergency medicine, and I’m not sure if I’m sending you this too late, but…I work in Inova Faifax Hospital’s ED in Falls Church, Virginia which is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a GREAT teaching hospital – I really suggest that you look into residency opportunities there (George Washington University has a wonderful residency in EM, with many shifts completed both at Inova Fairfax and GWU).
Just thought I’d share
It’d be so cool to see you around our ED!
How about just http://www.islandmed.com? That way you won’t have to change it again after residency.
I enjoy the blog and look forward to reading it during your residency and beyond.
Hello!
Thanks for the wonderful email! It always brings a huge smile to my face to hear from readers.
I am very familiar with Inova! I used to volunteer there many years ago. I also worked at NVMHI, which is right behind the hospital, for several years.
Actually, I have applied to the EM program, but haven’t heard back yet. I’m keeping my fingers crossed though. Also, thanks for giving me the tip, I’m going to try and see if I can set up at elective there (that can also increase my chances of getting an interview).
Thanks again!
Cheers,
Kendra