Summer 2021

What should I do if a patient refuses treatment that could save their life?

When a patient takes an overdose and refuses treatment, the attending FY1 doctor calls the MDU for advice.

In focus

Ethical issue

Am I self-medicating with alcohol?

One foundation doctor calls the MDU after fatigue almost leads them to make a dangerous mistake.

Feature

Time management tips for medical students

We asked medical students to share their favourite time management tips. If you feel time slipping away when you need to complete your tasks, take some inspiration.

Ethical issue

When can I work as a crowd doctor?

In this fictional scenario, one FY1 contemplates whether it’s wise to work as the crowd doctor at a sporting event.

Interview

Three children and ten years later, I qualified as a doctor

Ten years after completing her first degree, Zoe Blofeld had a big choice to make. Should she return to school to pursue her ambition?

Student dilemma

Social media backlash – what should you do?

It’s important to consider the pros and cons when posting content online as a medical professional.

Feature

You're not the only one anxious about starting FY1

In fact, research confirms this. Dr Clare van Hamel has researched the anxiety and preparedness of newly qualified doctors for several years. She shares her top tips to help prepare for practice.

Interview

Volunteering in a COVID-19 ICU as a medical student

Medical students across the country supported the health systems, with some volunteering in hospitals when called. One student tells us what it was like on a COVID-19 ward and why she’ll take that experience with her in the future.