In this episode of Dean's Chat, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen welcomes three fourth-year students from the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine to discuss the Residency match process, where they are going for 3 years of Residency Training, the clerkship experience, 3rd-year rotations, and preceptor Shout-Outs.
Dr. Jeffrey Jensen invites Morgan Shano, Kaitlin Thompson, and Wyatt Thielman on Dean’s Chat to discuss their upcoming graduation and the start of their three-year surgical residency training programs. Dr. Jensen also talks about the recent match day, where students were matched with residency programs all over the country. Tune in to hear more about the exciting journey ahead for these aspiring podiatric physicians!
Dr. Jensen and his students talk about how the general medicine track at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine is highly regarded and provides comprehensive preparation for students pursuing a career in medicine.
During the episode, the students discuss the stress encountered during the initial years of medical school and how it becomes normalized for students. Wyatt, one of the speakers, explains that this stress actually contributed to the development of resilience and the ability to handle constructive criticism. He describes how the stress became a regular part of their lives, extending into the later years of their medical education.
According to Wyatt, the stress experienced in the first and second years of medical school gradually compounded, fostering the development of grit. This resilience and capacity to handle stress and criticism became invaluable skills that they carried with them into their clinical rotations and beyond. Wyatt suggests that the intense stress they faced during the early years of medical school prepared them to confront challenges and setbacks in their future careers as doctors.
Kaitlin underscores the value of these interviews in establishing connections, assessing mannerisms, and showcasing personal growth. She also highlighted the camaraderie among interviewees, as everyone was in the same boat and could vent and alleviate stress together. The interview process fostered a sense of community and support among the students.
Dr. Jensen and the students also dive into clerkships and what part of podiatry they have all enjoyed the most so far, including the highlights of their education and experience at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine.
