Comments on: Step 1 http://medicaljourneyliz.com/2010/05/17/step-1/ A blog documenting my journey as a medical student. Copyright © 2008 E. Baltaro Thu, 24 May 2012 16:46:20 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: jasmine http://medicaljourneyliz.com/2010/05/17/step-1/#comment-160 Mon, 31 May 2010 19:36:48 +0000 http://lizbaltaro.com/?p=422#comment-160 hey liz,

i don’t believe we ever met, but i am a guilford alum as well (i probably gave myself away by not using caps) and started reading your blog after you posted about tim, and his ALS.

i graduated nursing school last year, so i love reading your blog for some insight into what, for me, is quite a challenging part of my job : doctors. it helps me to think of people like you going to medical school, becoming doctors, and treating patients and co-workers with that quaker sensibility. it’s rare where i work, and that can be quite disheartening. your standardized test scores mean a lot, but i believe the impact you will have on your patients means more. you will do great with both, i’m sure of it.

thanks so much for writing, and best of luck with your exams.

]]> By: erin http://medicaljourneyliz.com/2010/05/17/step-1/#comment-157 Wed, 19 May 2010 14:01:27 +0000 http://lizbaltaro.com/?p=422#comment-157 Keep your chin up! You will do great…I just know it. And we can celebrate when you come out to Oregon!

And PS-Love the organizational system!

]]> By: Nina Fischer http://medicaljourneyliz.com/2010/05/17/step-1/#comment-156 Tue, 18 May 2010 01:45:58 +0000 http://lizbaltaro.com/?p=422#comment-156 Hi Liz,
Thinking of you at this time. I ftakinga s tudy break to go swimming is of itnerest to you tomorrw evenign let me know and I’ll give you the detalis of our family’s whereabouts for family swim.
Ben was swet about telling everyone at Meeting that you were studying. It sounds like you are incredilby disciplined and organized about this part of the medical journey. I’m confident that you will do well and it will be great cause for celebration to have this behnad you.
I’ll keep you in my thoughts. The exam does sound pretty grueling tog o through. Make sure you get outside and take walks, etc. I’m a real believer in moving to learn. And besides- it s such a beautiful,not to be missed time of year.
Here’s hoping you also have some study buddies. That was always an i9mprtnat piece for me.
take good care and I look forward to seeing you soon,
Nina

]]> By: Melissa Maloy http://medicaljourneyliz.com/2010/05/17/step-1/#comment-155 Mon, 17 May 2010 22:21:50 +0000 http://lizbaltaro.com/?p=422#comment-155 Liz, you are doing great. Remember to stay well hydrated. It is said to improve brain function, and take a few breaks to allow increased material absorption. Maybe the hydration will make you take a few little breaks anyway. Take a few deep breaths when you feel stressed or nervous. I just looked at your dad’s facebook page and saw the announcement about your book. How wonderful is that! I’ll be thinking about you as you prepare for Step 1. I know you will do fine!
Melissa

]]> By: Anne Collins http://medicaljourneyliz.com/2010/05/17/step-1/#comment-154 Mon, 17 May 2010 20:01:07 +0000 http://lizbaltaro.com/?p=422#comment-154 Good Luck, Liz!! Hang in there. All your friends and family are holding you in our thoughts and prayers these next few weeks. — Anne Collins

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