I Almost Didn't Graduate Medical School

In this episode, Dr. Moss shares a deeply personal story of almost being dismissed from medical school multiple times for USMLE STEP failure, Leave of Absence, and "Professionalism" before finally graduating with her medical doctorate. Dr. Moss, now a psychiatry resident and co-chief resident for medical student education, recalls the academic and emotional challenges faced, including failing USMLE & Medschool exams, and dealing with the hidden curriculum of medical education. The video emphasizes the weaponization of 'professionalism' and the need to redefine it to promote growth and empathy among future doctors. This candid narrative aims to support others facing similar struggles and advocate for a more understanding medical education system.My Doximity Article on Professionalism is Used as a Weapon in Medicine: https://www.doximity.com/articles/91110401-a728-410e-b7c7-8bee7e81c2faVisit website at https://medpsycmoss.com for transcripts, blog posts, and resources for medical students, health care professionals, and patientsLet's Connect: @stephmossmdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephmossmd/Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/medpsymoss⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephmossmd?_t=8kS9kVfKjUc&_r=1Listen to Podcast "Life as a Patient-Doctor:Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUfheMZYKjA8xJN3_tzjvvCWGn8HKh_Rt&si=erIIirgQyAsEkBR4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/685WDhQHXulbCmh2siIOp3Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-as-a-patient-doctor/id1719637283***This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All opinions voiced are the opinions of the speakers and not reflective of any institution or University. Please follow up with your health provider and therapist for any additional questions or support.*** Chapters:00:00 Introduction: Almost Kicked Out of Medical School02:00 The Struggles Begin: Failing Exams03:07 Leave of Absence (LOA)03:43 Facing the Committee of Promotions 04:36 Emotional Impacts05:45 The Weaponization of Professionalism07:12 Doximity Op-Ed Article08:25 Response to My Article09:26 Hidden Curriculum10:28 Redefining Professionalism in Medicine11:48 MedEd Do Better13:07 Managing Expectations14:34 Being Human is not a Bad Thing15:48 Redefine Proffessionalism 17:31 MSPE & Residency18:18 Next Episode#medschool #medstudent #usmle #medicalschool