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What is the medical career really like? What are doctors reluctant to talk about? Subcutaneous means under the skin. And SubCut is a show that does just that. Whether you're a student looking at a career in medicine, a training medical student, or a work

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    • Dec 20, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 30 EPISODES


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    My Parents Want Me To Be a Doctor, What If I Don't?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 47:41


    Did you choose to become a doctor? Or was it something your parents have always dreamed you would be? Are good intentions enough? These are some of the many questions we tend to ask ourselves when we are faced with a dilemma with different levels of parental pressure and shaping our lives. In today's episode, we discuss common scenarios we can find ourselves in with our parents, and how can we overcome the pressure from expectations and pursue our dream career paths and life goals. Disclaimer: We are not experts on this topic, so any advice we offer in this episode is based solely on our own experiences.

    A First Year's Premed Experience ft. Niket and Karmveer (Premed students)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 36:45


    We are back with an episode bound to give you some flashbacks

    Day in the Life of A Medical Registrar (ft. Dr Bo Jiang)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2021 48:35


    Through our show we aim to educate future doctors about the medical field as in-depth as possible. In today's episode, we interview Dr Bo Jiang, a medical registrar who runs us through what a day looks like for him, the difference to a surgical registrar, and his advice for students. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    A Medical Perspective on The End Of Life Choice Bill (Ft. Dr Art and Dr Nic of IMreasoning)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 64:58


    In our previous episode, we brought to light the political perspective on the End Of Life Choice Bill that is currently in question to the public during the 2020 NZ election. Today, we are joined by Dr Nic and Dr Art (from IMReasoning), who will be providing an in-depth medical perspective on the concept of euthanasia, as well as their opinions about the proposed bill. This episode is not sponsored, and is in NO way a means for us to push our political views onto anyone. This is simply a discussion we thought would be valuable for those interested in the topic. Share with us your thoughts on our Facebook, Instagram or YouTube channel.

    A Political Perspective on The End Of Life Choice Bill (ft. Adriana Christie)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 55:01


    The NZ general election day is nearing and one of the current referendums in question is the legislation of assisted dying (The End Of Life Choice Bill). Today, we are joined by Adriana Christie (MP for TOP in Epsom), who provides us with the political perspective of the bill, so that as voters, we are all given a well-rounded insight into what assisted dying is, what are the current laws around it and why the bill (in topic) was proposed in the first place. This episode is not sponsored, and is in NO way a means for us to push our political views onto anyone. This is simply a discussion we thought would be valuable for those interested in the topic. Share with us your thoughts on our Facebook, Instagram or YouTube channel.

    I Fainted During My Paediatric Surgery Run | 4th Year Med Student Story Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 20:25


    In today's episode, Niel shares his experiences during his paediatric surgery run, the importance of scrubbing in and how he ended up becoming the patient... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    Is $50,000 A Year Enough To Be Happy? Money and Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 46:36


    Can money really buy happiness? It's important for us to first address what defines happiness for us before we can answer that. In this episode, Emma, Justin and Niel discuss the topics of choosing a career based on the financial return it will give, and whether money can really "buy" us happiness. Disclaimer: We are not financial advisors. Any advice or information shared in this episode is merely based on our own personal experiences. You should seek professional investment or financial advice before making any decisions.

    Life of a Surgical Registrar and Creating Healthcare Chatbots (Ft. Dr Sanjeev Krishna)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 39:02


    With the growth of our episode numbers comes the progression of incredibly special guests that we have on our show. Today we are joined by the amazing Dr Sanjeev Krishna, who is an Orthopaedic Registrar and Co-Founder of Ark Discovery Health. Sanjeev's work spans across working as a surgical registrar in NZ, to creating the world's first measles chatbot. Tune in to hear about his journey! Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    The Uncomfortable Truth About Being A Māori and Pacific Doctor (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 43:05


    If you want to be a GOOD doctor, especially in New Zealand, you NEED to watch this episode. We continue our conversation with Dr Coralie Takuira and Georgia Whitta today, on the topic of Māori and Pacific representation within the medical career. In our episode today, we talk more about the deep rooted issues, taken effect from the days of colonisation, that affect the Māori and Pacific peoples - as doctors, patients, and as human beings. We crack down on these myths and misconceptions that will change your perspectives ENTIRELY and you will leave this episode with a lot more awareness - which also happens to be VERY timely. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    The Uncomfortable Truth About Being A Māori and Pacific Doctor (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 43:48


    Here's an episode that was highly requested by our listeners. In this first part of the episode, we are joined by Georgia Whitta, and Coralie Takuira to discuss the topic of Maori and Pacific background within the medical career. Today's topic is an under-looked yet FUNDAMENTAL part of NZ's deep rooted history and culture that is incredibly relevant for all those looking to pursue a medical career in NZ. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    If This Is Why Your Patient Died, Are You Incompetent?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 37:53


    Doctors see many patients, and make many decisions in their daily work. Some are bound to make mistakes, which amounts to the question of whether they are incompetent or not. Ethics, processes and outcomes when making decisions in the medical field are all topics we discussed in this episode, so join us and share your thoughts with us! Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    Did Being A Nurse Help Me Become A Better Doctor? (Ft. Dr Elizabeth Berryman)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 52:34


    Can I be a nurse, a doctor, an entrepreneur AND a mother all in one lifetime?

    Is Sleep Really That Important?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 31:39


    How good is your sleep hygiene? Are you the kind of person who falls asleep watching YouTube videos? Or are you someone who lies awake in bed for hours wondering why the sky is blue? Today we decided to talk about sleep and its importance not only for those who work in healthcare, who unfortunately have irregular sleeping schedules, but also just as a general topic of caution. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    Is Being a Doctor Genuinely Worth It? (Ft. Dr Art and Dr Nic of IMreasoning)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 36:36


    WE'RE BACK! And in this week's new episode we are joined by general consultants Dr Art Nahill and Dr Nic Szecket from IMreasoning podcast! We asked some of our students what they would like to ask doctors, and Art and Nic were kind enough to answer their questions. We talk to them about burnout, whether you can be a doctor if blood makes you squeamish, and many more! We also released a YouTube exclusive with them last week - so head to our YouTube channel if you haven't already watched it. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    The Culture Of Perfection In Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 31:58


    "Do I have to be perfect to be a good doctor?" Perfectionism is a trait that many of us in the medical community have, and at times struggle to deal with. We've had countless conversations with students and professionals about this topic, so we decided to cover it in our discussion today. We hope that this episode enlightens some of you that are in the process of dealing with the pressures of perfectionism. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    Did Quitting Medicine Make Me Happier? (1 Year After) [Part 2]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 20:06


    What is the reality of life after leaving the medical career? In today's episode, we continue our conversation with Justin about his life one year after leaving his job as a doctor to pursue his social enterprise work. Tune in to hear all about whether Justin was able to continue with his goal of creating impact, finding fulfilment, and his bonding with pigeons (Nikolas Tesla is that you?)... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    Do I Regret Leaving Medicine? (1 Year After) [Part 1]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 20:19


    The road to becoming a doctor is a long, tiring but rewarding process; in fact, it's a career that some strive for but fail to even make it through the first cut. So leaving the medical career is an unconventional story that many find risky, bizarre, and difficult to grasp. In today's episode, we asked Justin about what his life has been like since he quit his job as a doctor - 1 year ago. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    How COVID Affected Medical School

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 23:02


    New Zealand went into a nationwide lockdown at the end of March and most of us were given so little time to really prepare. Practical classes stopped, medical placements were halted and it brought forward a whole lot of stress, anxiety and uncertainty.  Today's episode covers our update on how we adapted and accepted the changes that came with eliminating COVID-19.  Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and on our website.

    My First Month Working At The Hospital (4th Year Med Student)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 28:08


    Today we talked about Niel's first few weeks working at the hospital; valuable learnings, pros and cons, and the reality of “applying” classroom learning into real-life experiences. Join us as we discuss the truth about this huge milestone for those who go through the medical pathway.  Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    To Be A Doctor, Or Not To Be (Feat. Emma Gomes)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 18:37


    A person tends to be shaped by their experiences and encounters in life. So how does one decide on a career at a very early stage where they don't know who they even are yet? Today's episode explores the world of career decision-making and how to overcome decisions that will impact the rest of your life... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    Doctor Turned Clinical Psychologist (Feat. Dr James Fisk)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 20:11


    In today's episode, we interview Dr James Fisk about his journey through the medical pathway and his decision to shift towards a career that focuses more on mental health. Tune in to find out more about James... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    The Reality of Work-Life Balance as a Doctor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 15:23


    "How much free time do I have as a doctor?" In today's episode, Justin and Niel debunk the misconceptions about what it's like to live the life of a doctor. Tune in to hear more about what they don't tell you about the "secret lives" of doctors... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    SMART People Make BAD DOCTORS???

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 19:54


    In today's episode, Niel and Justin discuss the topic of EQ vs IQ; which of the two types of intelligence matters most in being a good doctor? A smart doctor vs. an empathetic doctor - tune in to their conversation to learn more... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    Why You Should Invest In A Side Hustle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 15:54


    We're no experts on this topic, but today's episode discusses the importance of side gigs and overcoming fears of failure. If you're looking to earn an extra $10,000 a year, listen in and see how you can achieve that. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    Why I Quit Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 33:50


    In today's episode, Justin reveals the major turning points that led to his decision of quitting his job as a doctor to pursue his 'side-hustle-turned social-enterprise'. Listen in to hear the very details of his journey... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    My Psychiatry Boss was a FRAUD

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 31:05


    In today's episode, we'll hear about Justin's VERY odd encounter with a psychiatrist (ironically) in his 5th year of Med School. And I mean, the title says it all really. This will be one to perk up your ears... Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    Myths About Medical Students

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 23:10


    Med Students are geniuses that can't be in relationships. DEFINITE MYTH. Today, we talk about some of the many myths and misconceptions about Med Students and debunk them with the truth. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    What is Med School Really Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 27:54


    "If you're not sorted, how can you sort other people out?". In this episode, we discuss the overlooked facts and truths about the journey through Med School, as well as the importance of self-care, especially as doctors. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    Mistakes People Make in Premed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 17:27


    In this episode, we discuss the main struggles and mistakes many students experience during their pre-medical year, and how they can be overcome. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

    Competitive Eating YouTuber Turned Doctor?! (Feat. Nela Zisser)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 25:09


    We interview Nela Zisser, a competitive eating YouTuber with Dyslexia... who is now studying to become a doctor! Let's explore what drove her to this decision and her fascinating story leading up to it. Check us out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and on our website.

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