What People Think Medical Students Do Vs. What We Really Do

We all know how tough it is out there. Especially when you’re studying medicine, which is 5 years long. But then again, does everyone really know what it’s like to study medicine?

Here’s what goes down.

1. What My Parents Think I Do



“When I told my parents about studying medicine, my parents were super happy. They actually said ‘THANK GOD!’” – Alyssa, 18

2. What My Friends Think I Do



“My friends call me a nerd because they think medicine is for smart people only… they also sometimes tease me to start working out so I can be the next Dr. Mike.” – Asyraf, 22.

3. What My Lecturer Thinks I Do



4. What I Think I Do



“To be honest, I sometimes imagine myself to be like House or Dr. Strange when I’m in the operation theatre. *tee hee *” – Ravi, 25

5. What I Really Do



“There are times when I just wanna flip the table and give up. There are just too many things to remember and I can’t ‘brain’ it.” – Adlina, 21.

But then again, is it really like that? Being a doctor is a reputable occupation. Going through hurdles during your long years of medical studies will definitely be worth it!

“The housemanship was tough, I won’t lie…2 years! But I’m finally a full-fledged practising doctor now, and I can’t wait to start specialising.” – Kian, 30

“I think only in the medical field you’ll see all sorts of things. It makes for great stories at the dinner table – as long as it doesn’t involve dismembered body parts or blood. Jokes aside, for every person you treat successfully, makes every hardship you had to go through a lot more worth it.” – Fara, 28

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