I’ll never forget my nurses and doctors when I spent 5 days in the ICU after a near death motorcycle accident. They were some of most caring and special people I’ve ever met. Thank you for all of your hard work, caring demeanor, explanations, and giving a face to the doctors who are seeing these patients. I was very lucky and thankful for my care. You are a very special person, especially for how busy you are and yet still able to film and take your time to share your days with us.

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Holly - thank you for sharing, i'm so happy to hear you recovered from such a severe accident! ❤️

@dodide4156

4 жыл бұрын

I am rich i am millionare my mansion is being built

@markoneill8628

4 жыл бұрын

Wow

@laraterry2929

2 жыл бұрын

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@laraterry2929

2 жыл бұрын

Ruee

I am a radiology student and I was surprised at how calm it was up in ICU. Everyone was so nice and helpful. You're right, it's definitely a team sport. All the nurses were there to assist with rolling a man on life support so we could get the cassette under him for a chest and KUB x-ray. So different than ER and general hospital ward!

When I was pregnant with my son I was in ICU for 2 weeks. I had 12 abscesses on my brain. Which was causing my brain to swell and I had seizures. Long story but the staff in the ICU was amazing and they along with all the wonderful doctors saved my life and my sons.

@meganotoole3079

6 жыл бұрын

Omgoodness. How did that happen? I had a bad abscess in my gum once that was so very painful. It was from a really decayed tooth. But I couldn’t imagine that on my brain. Glad your okay though

@stephaniestamper3959

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have two holes in my heart(as you can see I am not a doctor LOL) but when I go to dentist I have to take medication my OB/GYN at time told me I did not have to be premedicated because the odds of anything happening were so rare I would be ok(his words). I did not want to take medicine because I was pregnant and it made me ill. Got teeth cleaned. Started having severe headaches. Eventually went to ER for headaches they admitted me overnight and I had my first seizure. Did MRI. Saw all of the abscesses. Finally they learned it was because I was not medicated when I had my teeth cleaned and bacteria had settled in my heart and broke free and traveled to my brain causing abscesses. Took 4 months of IV meds to clear all of them. I suffer from Aphasia now. I am much better but no where what I was. My ICU staff was incredible and if it wasn't for a brilliant neurosurgeon who lives in my area(he was a consulting doctor when Christopher Reeve first was injured) I would not be here today. So bravo to any doctors & nurses. You have a forever fan!

@meganotoole3079

6 жыл бұрын

Oh goodness! That had to of been scary especially being pregnant. It’s a miracle you and your little one is here. It’s always a blessing when hospital staff are great. Bc being in the hospital let alone the ICU is scary. And it helps when you have a supportive kind staff to get you through. .

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Stephanie - thank you for sharing your story! I am so sorry that happened to you and that you continue to suffer with aphasia... that being said, it's wonderful to hear about your recovery!!

@lterry523

Жыл бұрын

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As someone who has a major fear of hospitals and all things medical, I just want to say that it makes me feel so much better knowing that there are doctors like you out there! I love watching all of your videos :)

@lterry523

Жыл бұрын

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@lterry523

Жыл бұрын

Eyyeeye Christmas 1:01

I also love that you ask if the nurses have any concerns because it just helps with communication. We don’t always like to blow up the pager but sometimes it is hard just to get a response so that’s such a good quality in a doctor, don’t ever lose that !

Love your vlogs! New grad ICU nurse here and one of my favorite things about the unit, like you said, is the teamwork. We all are so supportive of one another and I absolutely enjoy when the MDs take the time to sit down with me to talk about common diagnoses that we see on our unit/patho/and treatment. Keep up the awesome vlogs!!!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new job - yes the team work is amazing!! So glad you are enjoying the ICU!

The fact that you decided to be a doctor, makes you amazing! You are one of the best.

Good luck, Siobhan! You'll do great (and by the time you're reading this, I'm sure you already have). *My top tips for the ICU would be:* 1. the CVP monitor is your best friend, 2. never brush off an escalating pressor requirement, and 3. there are a million ways to keep yourself organized - pick what works with you and then stick with it :)

@mamaci910

6 жыл бұрын

The Nicom cheetah monitor is far more accurate than a cvp for pressure management. If your facility does not have a nicom I would highly recommend looking into it. It’s noninvasive and can easily be used on a medical ward and possibly prevent many patients from requiring an ICU transfer and/or invasive lines.

@kylamarie6036

5 жыл бұрын

I'm super late, but as an RN we hate CVPs. Lol, I understand the need for it but they're wildly inaccurate. You can get a fluctuating CVP on a cadaver, for reference.

You’re so charismatic , it’s wonderful ! Thanks for the informative videos .

@michellesunshinestar

6 жыл бұрын

My neighbor is named Charisma!!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks Skylar!

@katie4335

4 жыл бұрын

@@ViolinMD thanks for being so kind. You must asked for a lot if a person is admitted to the ICU if you were ever doing a shift in the ICU.

@sophiaterry5962

3 жыл бұрын

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@laraterry2929

2 жыл бұрын

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You are so very positive. I was glad to see the arterial line...sounds really scary. But, I know I'd always do better if the Dr. Were enthusiastic and calm and positive like you. You must be a blessing to your patients.

after spending 2 weeks in the ICU last year (at age 19), this video was surreal to watch. you seem to bring light, energy, and kindness to a really scary place. i would love to see more ICU related videos!!

You are an amazing doctor! I love your attitude, your willingness to work with the team, and take input from the other caregivers- especially the nurses- as an RN this is so important in being able to give the best care we can to our patients! There is nothing worse than a doctor who has an arrogant attitude! You are going to be great and I'm jealous of the staff that get to work with you!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

I completely agree - thanks so much!

I have never had someone impact my life so much through the internet. No matter what kind of day I am having, you always manage to brighten it up and make everything seem like its going to be okay. Thank you soo much and keep up the vids!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Bryan - wow this has really made my day! Thank you so much for taking the time to tell me what a positive impact these videos have had on it... that means a lot! ❤️

Watching you and your videos just make me want to do my best at life, you're so inspiring!

@RandyMullis1

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's it! I've thought about why I like these so much and you've nailed it, @LiveLoveLightly!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

wow thank you - that really makes my day!

this is so cool to see this in real life. I see all these medical shows and I always wonder how similar they are

You're awesome!!! The medical field needs friendly doctors like you! I wish I could work with you someday.

@andrewcarey5359

Жыл бұрын

Same here lol wished she was my doctor lol.

I actually love the fact that you're not dependent on coffee. It's really refreshing to see that. Maybe in one of your videos you can get someone to hold the camera and follow you around!?! I know that's a lot to ask for! but I feel that would be a really cool different insight. Even if it's just one minute of footage!

When I was a nursing assistant, I sat with a 30 year old woman who had just had an aneurysm. It was quite intense because she was trying to yank all of the tubes out. She then went into my normal unit (neurology,) and I got to help her for the next month as she healed. It was great seeing her get discharged. She came up to me and thanked me for taking such good care of her. Thinking of her makes me wonder if I should have become a doctor like I planned, but then I enjoy what I do now better, I think!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi RainWanders - that sounds so rewarding getting to follow a patient through their recovery... that's something we don't get to often see while working in ICU - patients get discharged up to the ward and we don't always find out what happens to them! It's great to hear how much you care about your patients! Thanks for sharing!

You are an inspiration. Many doctors have a jaded view of medicine. I love your ambition and drive to do the best you can. And also how focused on pt care.

Wow, this is really fascinating! You must be absolutely exhausted on the rounds etc as a doctor, but we really appreciate your videos and what you get to show us! Amazing!

can’t even express how much i love your videos!! i’m an EMT currently with the hopes of becoming a nurse in the future, so you videos are so fun, informative, and exciting for me!!

I remember my ITU days! Long hours but loved it! And the satisfaction after getting an art line/central line or vascath!! Glad to see you like it!

I realize this video was posted a long time ago, but I wanted to say that I really needed to hear the beginning of this video. Tomorrow is my first day of clinical fieldwork of OT, and I’m feeling exactly how you described. To see you (Whom I admire for how intelligent and positive and caring you always seem in your videos) articulate exactly how I’m feeling about the new setting I’ll be in tomorrow has made me feel a lot better. Thank you!

Thank you for being so candid! I am nowhere near your position, I'll only be starting med school next year but your videos make me a little more comfortable to see a doctor as a human!

As an RN, I love your vlogs!! Thanks for always being so informative.

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Elizabeth - that's so wonderful to hear!

I enjoy you so much!!! You have a great heart and always so positive and super caring!!

great video! I love when you explain how to use things in the hospital and for procedures. I would love to see more of that! Thank you :D

You will do great at ICU Doctor!! We will help tons of patients there! Thank you for sharing your lovely videos!!❤️❤️

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Paula!

You are incredible, you have inspired so many of us to try and become doctors. Your positivity and smile is so contagious. Thank you !

Love this video Siobhan! You're so amazing for vlogging your shifts for us. You deserve all the subscribers you're gaining. Love following your journey as a Resident!! 💖

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

thank you so much Florence!

You are such a wonderful physician. Nice, calm, and articulate. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us!

I love watching all the content but I feel so bad when others are sick I'd wanna hug them ..I do believe we are meant to do certain jobs / careers your awesome thank you for sharing and having a caring heart

I love these videos and love how honest you are! Keep it up girl! God Bless

Your videos inspire me to continue with the MD dream so much!! I have always been curious of the ICU, so thank you so much for this!! xx

I feel so empowered now! As a child and still now (teenager) I have always always wanted to work as a CCP in the Emergency room or ICU. I looked this video up and really took my time listening to what you had to say and the video itself, really astonishing!

Love your videos so much! Look forward to you posting !! ♥

Not only do I now know what those mystery scars on my wrist are from but I've been educated and shown what it looks like 😁 thanks for the info on the arterial line!! Love your vlogs!

I LOVE your videos! I just sat here and watched them all today lol. This is extreme motivation for me thank you so much for vlogging in the hospital not a lot of ppl do that.

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much!!

You are AMAZING!!!! I absolutely one these “a day in the life” videos. Ugh. You inspire me hehe but for real, watching your journey is so rad!!!

I'm so glad I found this channel! Always look forward to your videos!

Wow I love how honest you are with the audience!

It’s so true that icu are the experts. I’m a step down nurse but every now and then I’m like ok this person needs more than I can give with 5 other patients and it’s so cool to hear about what happens when we send our patients off to the unit after an rrt.

I like how we get to see your day and we also learn something in the video. More of these please!

i like how you explain everything, makes it a lot easier to understand your day

Hi Siobhan, thank you so much for making this amazing video! I love your enthusiasm and this has made me feel less anxious as I'll be having my FIRST rotation in 2 weeks and I will be in ICU too! Could you please make a video on how to do the most common procedures in ICU and what to read on before I start my rotation, like the must knows and if you have time to make a video on ALS or ventilation? Thank you and hope you enjoy the rest of your ICU rotation. 😊

Oooh!! So excited for the ICU vlogs!!;) sending well wishes to you!xxxx

Very informative. Love the insight once again!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Precious - always great to hear from you!

I’ve been binge watching these blogs and I’m like obsessed!! I love them and their so informative! And I 100% think you should do storytimes about crazy things you’ve seen or have been through working in so many different areas of medicine!! And just an FYI I hope you know that you’re amazing girl!! I mean as I said on the first video i ever watched (last night) I could never ever ever do anyyyyyythingggggg in the medical field!! Anything gross makes me nauseous, needles make me lightheaded (idk how I’ve ever gotten any tattoos or piercings) and blood.... even the word beyond grossed me out!! Now doing FX makeup, having pencils in eyes, plexiglass through heads, missing half your face .... love it. Fake doesn’t bother me even if it looks real asf cause I love doing it but real, no way can I handle that 🤢🤢🤢 so I give you doctors && nurses etc so much credit! I’d die if my life depended on doing even the most simple thing! And again I totally wish you lived in the states preferably eastern Long Island NY!!! I’d bring my son && daughter to you anyyyyytimeeeee!!

i absolutely love how positive you are

You are always special. A bless Doctor. With good heart ♥. Keep up the good work 👏 👏. Be safe 💐

Finding myself humming along to your theme tune at the beginning! I’m Irish and an aspiring med student, I looooove your videos!❤️❤️❤️

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

hahah Amazing Sinead hehe!

Hey there! I’m an ICU Nurse and I’m always happy to teach an intern/resident as they teach me so much in return. I’d love to be on the same team as you!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Giovanni - i'm sure the residents that work with you really appreciate that!! I know that i've had some phenomenal ICU nurses and i'm so grateful to them!!

Seeing this made me happy that u explained how it kinda works in the ICU I'm from Australia and I have to much love for ICU stuff my aunty was in icu 3 times but she didnt make it back out after the 3rd time the staff was not only amazing at making her last couple hours as comfortable as possible for her but they helped support us while we said goodbye

I love getting a glimpse into Canadian medicine. It shows that socialized medicine is just fine. Yes, you may not have big, fancy facilities like we do here in Cleveland. Those don't effect the level of care. It's passionate Dr's. like yourself that make the excellent level of care.

I love your vlogs. I always wanted to become a doctor but life happened and I at least made it far enough to become a lab scientist. It’s really cool. But it is even more amazing to see what someone in your shoes deals with on a daily basis.

Loved this video! I would like to see more videos about the ICU because it's really interesting and you get to see very cool procedures! ps: you have almost 50k subscribers, keep it up!

I think it would be interesting to see how you work with the different professions at the hospital e.g. nurses, respiratory therapist, etc...

I love your videos! You have such a positive attitude about everything! :)

I love all the knowledge you share in your videos

How do you always look amazing, You never look tired and never have bags under your eyes

Hey doll, just wanted to say you have thee most brightest, most beautiful personality a girl could have. I admire you so much and wish all the girls were like you, a true lady ! ❤️❤️😘😘💖💖

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Simone - wow thank you!

Love everything about your vlogs. Way to go Dr

I really want to become a doctor just like you .... Love you loads... keep up the good work!!!😘

I love watching all of your night shift videos!!!!❤️

Honestly love this channel.

Love the way you involve us in everything you can!❤️

Talk more about ultrasound being used in the ICU more if possible!!! I’m in school for sonography so it’s awesome to hear it mentioned! Love your videos!!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

oh cool Hannah - ultrasound is such fantastic tool! yeah sure i'll try to bring it in more :)

@yair7227

6 жыл бұрын

Violin MD hi! Is there a lot of male ultrasound technicians?! I’m going to start school for sonography this fall!! And I’m so nervous.

Hiiii Siobhan! Your vd is so inspiring (every time I watch your videos I am motivated to study better lol). And you are so lucky to have such a great environment with everyone being so nice and supportive! Keep going and love from Beijing China!!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Hi YunoAnta!!

I cant stop bing watching, Siobhan! 🤗💜🤗💜🤗

@noahhabbershaw8177

Жыл бұрын

Sammeee

You make it look so effortless! Another amazing video :)

Wow. I idolize you girl. You take in information so well and soak it up so fast. I’m a sophomore in high school and I’m so scared to go through this year. I wanna go to med school but I don’t know if they will accept bomb becuase I have shallow scars from self harm on my left arm. But I’m going to try no matter what. I watch your blogs to hype me up for school.

how can you smile always even when you're exhausted, i admire you!

Love your vlogs girl keep up the great work! 💖 😙😙

Love how informative you are! ❤️👏🏻

I love the ICU, most nurses are are so friendly and don't mind helping out.

This was so helpful. You’re the best

Congrats on 50K! :) Love your videos!

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks MISHTI - i'm excited for that exciting milestone!

You must love those heated blankets ! Such a great idea !

@ViolinMD

6 жыл бұрын

YES best discovery... i always tend to get colder as a get more tired!

Ok I’m legit SO excited for this

Your vlogs are so interesting! I'm really excited to go into the medical field ^.^

My dad is currently in the ICU from a brain aneurysm.. really enjoyed this!

You're amazing. I love your input.

I spent a lot of time in ICU or hospital in my lifetime it’s kinda cool seeing it from a different Medical POV. Hope you are doing well. Good luck!!!

Love your videos! 😘 you’re a great doctor!

Those supplies are so organized 😍

LOVE your videos! So intriguing

As a respiratory therapist who works with medical residents in the ICU on a regular basis, it’s very interesting to see a video from your point of view! You seem like you would be great to work with 😊

I had spent 1 month in the ICU at Detroit's Children's Hospital of Michigan MI due with heart infection I had. It was my longest ever in the hospital stay I ever had. Almost died during that time too so I had total of 5 open heart surgeries. I might probably have more in the future since my pig valve I have last 10-11 years they were inserted in 2020. Good thing about the renovated ICU in the 4th floor of Detroit Children's Hospital of Michigan is I had my own room instead of sharing with another patient which can be pain in the ass but part of getting some care from awesome nurses and doctors. A lot of my doctors and nurses I had are Catholic which is awesome.

I genuinely wished someone like you worked in the ICU at my cities hospital when my mother was on life support. It would've made the tragic situation so much easier. 😕 the Doctors and nurses there.. While I'm sure are great at what they do and are only human.. Weren't that nice. Anyways.. You seem so wonderful! I adore how much you smile! 😊

My mother was admitted into a hospital near my home town, she would have four seizures a day and they didn’t know what would caused them so they sent her to fresno and had her in the ICU and omg those doctors and nurses were so nice even though they looked exhausted they always had a smile and the ones who came to the room when I called because my mother was having a seizure, she was amazingly nice and tried to calm me down because I tend to panic while she’s in it, but they calmed me down and did what they had to do and they helped my mother and i have a great amount of respect for those doctors and nurses out there who put their life on the line to save someone else’s.

You explain things so well ☺️ you make me learn a lot more about doctors 😚

Yay, Siobhan! (or Dr Siobhan!)

You got this! Your a smart cookie!! ❤️❤️

I love your vlogs! My dream was to be a doctor but my health got in my way. It’s always Interesting to see things on the flip side of being the patient. xo

I have been waiting for this video

You're doing great Siobhan!

You’re very beautiful! Even when you wake up from that 4am page lol Keep up the good work, you seem to really enjoy your job ☺️❤️

I wanna be a nurse and you inspire me so much to peruse my dream!!❤️

Your videos are awesome!! I love seeing on the “inside”. I’m curious how you take care of yourself? Like when your working verses when you’re not working? What do you eat during a day? Skin care regiment? 😀

Keep going girl!! These vlogs are great! And I was wondering if you could post some violin videos

@catherine5128

6 жыл бұрын

Fancy seeing a hamfan here!! We have the same profile pic too!