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-b7c7-8bee7e81c2fa

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Listen to Podcast "Life as a Patient-Doctor:Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUfheMZYKjA8xJN3_tzjvvCWGn8HKh_Rt&si=erIIirgQyAsEkBR4

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***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 School

02:00 The Struggles Begin: Failing Exams

03:07 Leave of Absence (LOA)

03:43 Facing the Committee of Promotions

04:36 Emotional Impacts

05:45 The Weaponization of Professionalism

07:12 Doximity Op-Ed Article

08:25 Response to My Article

09:26 Hidden Curriculum

10:28 Redefining Professionalism in Medicine

11:48 MedEd Do Better

13:07 Managing Expectations

14:34 Being Human is not a Bad Thing

15:48 Redefine Proffessionalism

17:31 MSPE & Residency

18:18 Next Episode

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