After Hours at Laj's

Dr Kegbe graduated from Igbinedion University, Edo State.  He recounts being convinced by friends to start HJ at FMC Owo and living in the call room for a couple of weeks. During this time, he had roommates and fell in love with paediatrics. He also shares insights on the importance of finding the right mentorship to navigate the medical career and balancing content creation with his medical responsibilities. He served as the director of socials for the 2024/2025 House officers set.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Faniyi, a business-oriented doctor with an unusual love for markets, graduated from Lagos State University. She mentioned turning down an offer from the Lagos HSC, the predominance of Okadas in Owo, and having to deal with the constant reminder that she started from the chill rotation. During her first rotation, she discussed learning about the expectations of an SHO. We also discussed our mental health struggles and how we managed to navigate our internship year.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Okhuoya graduated from Ambrose Ali University and is the first friend I made during my house job. She juggles baking and being a house officer very well. She shared her experience with Lassa fever and expressed her love for paediatrics and emergency medicine.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Onoja graduated from UNILAG. He discusses being the only HO in general surgery during his rotation, being SHO in paediatrics and delegating responsibilities. He also mentions how to carry patients and their relatives along with the treatment plans.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Babalola graduated from UNILAG. He discusses being different, the fun parts of paediatrics, and not enjoying the overall HJ experience. He also shares what he has learnt about dealing with patients' deaths and just getting the job done.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Metajuwa graduated from UI. He discusses participating in various activities, including organising the children's Day event, giving back to the hospital community, being a part of the HO's Rep election, and his passion for surgery.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Omugo graduated from Benue State University. While at the FMC Owo, he contested in the HO Rep election and was part of the Representative Council.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Osho graduated from the University of Ibadan and is the co-founder of West Side Ibadan and resident socialite.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Dr Jenyo, fondly called 'Jenyo baby', graduated from the University of Ibadan. He talks about starting house job in paediatrics, EMS calls and the day-to-day of being in FMC Owo. Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creativesSubscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Guest: Dr AdebiyiDr Adebiyi graduated from the University of Ibadan and was the HO representative for the 2023/2024 batch. Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creatives Subscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

Guest: Dr. OlorunfemiDr. Olurunfemi graduated from the University of Ibadan and wears multiple caps as a partner at Àaló, a graphic designer, and a medical doctor. Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creatives Subscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com.

Guest: Dr. AdenijiDr. Adeniji returned to Nigeria as a foreign-trained doctor. Join us as she shares how she came from Russia to FMC Owo.Follow us on Instagram @aalo_creatives Subscribe to our newsletter at aalo.substack.com

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