(Part 2) Best products from r/Residency

two of the best books I've ever read on this subject are Talking to Patients: The Theory of Doctor Patient Communication Vol. 1 and Talking to Patients: Clinical Technique Vol. 2 by Dr. Eric Cassell. Can't recommend them enough. Another extremely valuable book on clinical empathy is Dr. Jodi Halpern's book, "From Detached Concern to Clinical Empathy." Fantastic read but I think the Cassell may be more of what you are looking for since it is more focused on technique whereas Halpern is more focused on theory.

https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Patients-Vol-Doctor-Patient-Communication/dp/0262530554/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1479875523&sr=8-2&keywords=talking+with+patients+cassell

https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Patients-Vol-Clinical-Technique/dp/0262530562/ref=pd_sim_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=N0FGJ4R4KN84DCM2NFYA

Surgical critical care fellow here, but residency-trained as Emergency Medicine so had the pick up some of the surgery-specific stuff quickly. Some of the resources I’ve found useful:

Top Knife: a trauma surgery text but very readable for the non-surgeon and helps you to understand the methods behind trauma surgery and damage control resuscitation
https://www.amazon.com/Top-Knife-Craft-Trauma-Surgery/dp/1903378222

I’m a big fan of the Pitt critical care series. A couple titles I’ve found particularly useful for my fellowship:
https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Intensive-Pittsburgh-Critical-Medicine/dp/0199777705/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1541130631&sr=1-1&keywords=Trauma+intensive+care&dpID=41zw8hjbxfL&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch
https://www.amazon.com/Abdominal-Transplant-Patients-Pittsburgh-Critical/dp/0199768897/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1541130686&sr=1-1&keywords=Intensive+care+abdominal+transplant&dpID=51OYzWrd59L&preST=_SY291_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&dpSrc=srch

Hope this helps! I know we do critical care differently in some ways than MICU docs but I like to think we can all learn from each other.

I worked as an MA in derm for 2 years before medical school and we always recommended [Neutrogenia Norwegian Hand Formula](Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Moisturizing Hand Cream Formulated with Glycerin for Dry, Rough Hands, Fragrance-Free Intensive Hand Cream, 2 oz (Pack of 6) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JKQE8JO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FoCPCb9A4M3YT) to medical professionals with DE! The stuff is expensive but works really nice. If you wanna save some cash you can just pick ip some glycerine and use a drop or 2 instead.

I've recently found a book for Internal Medicine that I have shared with some people in my residency program, as well as medical students I work with. We all have had great experiences with this book thus far. It's called:

Guide to the Most Common Internal Medicine Workups and diseases: An evidenced based guide for all healthcare providers regarding common hospital based workups and diseases seen in Internal Medicine Link here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1521544913/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1498094977&sr=8-10&keywords=Internal+medicine+residency

It covers the most common things seen on the wards, and is very succinct, yet detailed in those topics. It cites landmark clinical trials so you can quote them in your assessment and plan during rounds or in your notes. It does not cover all topics seen in pocketbook, but is more detailed than pocketbook is on the common things you will see. Highly recommend it. The paperback version fits into your whitecoat well, and it also has a cheaper kindle version available.

It depends on what you like to eat at work. There are a bunch of different recipes.

I initially started off with sandwiches, which is basically deli meat, cheese, and bread. I liked it initially, but it got really boring after a bit of time. If you end up going with the sandwiches, I'd suggest getting the Deli cuts of meat and cheese(Like the ones they cut in front of you). If you get them cut decently thick, it'd makes it more filling. I liked them because they were super quick to eat, which was really helpful in the beginning. I'd just make 10-20 sandwiches on my day off. Just grab one or two on the way out the door.

Now a days, I take curried rice or pasta. Same deal with the prep. Make it the week before and store in tupperware (which is why I like to have the glass tupperware - no grime). If you'd like recipes, let me know.

Couple things:

• If you're taking the sandwiches or pasta, make sure you have access to refrigerator. The meat can (will) go bad and get you sick.
  
• Alternative to this is to get a solid lunch box, that keeps things at a decent temp. I use this one.
  
• Take snacks. My favorites are rice crispies, chocolate pudding, or granola bars. Toss a few of them in there for your mid morning munchies.

First, excellent name.

Second, you only need one pen. It's the Pilot G2 in your desired line thickness. I like 0.38 mm. But some people prefer thicker

Thirdly, efficiency = (the shit you gotta do)/(the amount of work+time it takes you to do it). Efficiency comes. With time. The nice thing about residency is you'll be doing so much of what you have to learn that it will crystalize into memory for you. The process works.

Fifthly, your job is to learn. You aren't expected to be particularly functional from day 1.

Lastly, a list of tips:

• Take your history the same way, every time. You'll be able to weed out what you don't need.
  
• Do your exam the same way, every time. Eventually you'll be able to weed out what you don't need.
  
• Depending on your EMR, a lot of the documentation is automated. Don't re-invent the wheel. Steal templates.
  
• Med students take thorough histories (usually) and buy you time

Sounds like you may be a "nice guy," or someone who expects to "get by giving."

Highly recommend:
https://www.amazon.com/No-More-Mr-Nice-Guy/dp/0762415339/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522951534&sr=8-1&keywords=no+more+mr.+nice+guy

I liked the Kaplan USMLE flashcards by Conrad Fisher. I have 3 different sets (diagnostic tests, diagnoses, clinical presentations) which have been great reviews for rapid studying.

https://www.amazon.com/Kaplan-Medical-USMLE-Examination-Flashcards/dp/1607149036/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1466176927&sr=8-2&keywords=conrad+fisher+flash+cards

These are my OR shoes. I found them more comfortable than the popular Danskos. Birkenstock womens from Polyurethane Synthetic-Clogs http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000XDMHKK

Incoming EM intern here. I tried to read up a bunch about this, and I settled on the Birkenstock Professional clogs. They're popular with healthcare personnel in Europe and chefs (who also stand all day) love them. You can remove the inner footbed and wash the outers at up to 160F to disinfect them. No problem using the hospital disinfectant wipes to clean them, and you can even use bleach on them if need be. The footbeds mold to your sole and you can order replacements when the time comes. They're also slip resistant.

http://www.amazon.com/Sockwell-Circulator-15-20mmHg-Graduated-Compression/dp/B00OUP0NMG

I have several pairs of these and love them!

Zebra multicolor ballpoint pen. I have sworn by this pen since med school. I've probably gone through at least 8 of them by now and none were stolen. That's saying something for 2 full years of clerkships and writing multicolor notes for weeks on end. They are ultra smooth, fine tipped ballpoint and write forever. And they also come with a pencil built in. For whatever reason, I've found these are way smoother and better quality than all of the other zebra pens.

You need the Pilot Hi-TecC-Coleto. You can find it on amazon or Jet Pens or something. I attached a link for the one on Amazon. These used to be cheaper, but idk what happened. Just be mindful that on Amazon, some places are selling the body and ink refills separately. This one I included seems to package it together

Pilot Hi-tec-c Coleto 5 Color Multi Pen Body Component, Navy, Rubber Grip, 0.3mm 10 Color Ink Refills, Sticky Notes Value Set

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0773HTHHD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.rHhDb3XSHP5S

the 3min MSK exam is a tiny little book with super concise exam maneuvers + pictures, godsend in clinic when I can't remember what I'm supposed to do for my next patient coming in with knee pain.

I got tired of drawing the fishbone a million times a day, so I bought a fishbone stamp. Best $18 spent in residency. I donated it to my program's call room when I graduated.

Most people think its a genius idea, and at the very least, its a cool conversation starter.

alternative gift idea - https://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-Raptor-Shears-Compatible-Holster/dp/B019EN87H6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1536672235&sr=8-3&keywords=raptor%2Btrauma%2Bshears&th=1

Littmann is the standard. Anything from a II to IV (Cardiology) level. I liked the Classic II SE that I had through med school, they now seem to have replaced it with the "Classic III" which is very reasonably priced.