Tips for First Year Medical Students (resources, supplies, mental health)

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Hi guys! This video is for my first year medical students! AH! So excited for you guys. In this video, I share HIGH YIELD RESOURCES that I used during my first year, supplies, electronics, and I also discuss mental health during medical school.
Enjoy!
Resources Mentioned:
Boards & Beyond
Osmosis.org
Ninja Nerd - / @ninjanerdofficial
Dr. Najeeb - www.drnajeeblectures.com/
Costazno - Physiology
BRS - tinyurl.com/yygfzrkf
Anatomy Resources
BlueLink - sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/...
Netters - tinyurl.com/y2b29bnm
Cadaveric Atlas - tinyurl.com/y5v39cqq
Complete Anatomy App
Supplies Mentioned
MacBook Pro 13”
iPad mini
Noise Cancelling Headphones - I have Beats (do not recommend)
Ergonomic Things Mentioned
Laptop Stand - tinyurl.com/yxcbw27g
If you're still reading this, comment "yuuussss."

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  • @kelsievans7236
    @kelsievans72364 жыл бұрын

    “All I want in life is for you to do well..” can a person literally get more wholesome? This is why she is going to be a great doctor

  • @RachelSouthard
    @RachelSouthard4 жыл бұрын

    A lot of you are starting medical school this year and I'm SOOOO proud of you for your accomplishments. I want you to do well both academically AND MENTALLY! On a scale of 1 to nervous, how excited are you for starting medical school?! ;) Comment down below. edit: anyone that dislikes=dis-i-like (we know that's what you meant)

  • @gayaneaghababyan807

    @gayaneaghababyan807

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m so excited but very nervous at the same time!

  • @khanmedz4319

    @khanmedz4319

    4 жыл бұрын

    Im super excited, i start on monday. Will be taking a leaf out of your book and starting my own channel as well ;)

  • @rxnx91

    @rxnx91

    4 жыл бұрын

    so excited! but especially nervous about learning how to study and take classes from home 😭

  • @toddfernandez6288

    @toddfernandez6288

    4 жыл бұрын

    10. I’m scared 😖

  • @oliviagruver5613

    @oliviagruver5613

    4 жыл бұрын

    FIRST exam on Monday! I need all the tips I can get!

  • @minye_8252
    @minye_82524 жыл бұрын

    I just finished orientation today and this is definitely what I needed! You seem to know my needs all the time

  • @arianettecampos4662
    @arianettecampos46624 жыл бұрын

    Rachel, you emanate goodness :’( you care so genuinely for everyone, and it is so great to see!!! You make ME emotional.

  • @lennyintrona659
    @lennyintrona6594 жыл бұрын

    I am a second year medical student and Rachel you rock! I go to school on the complete other side of the country and every feeling and emotion you had during your journey I felt the exact same (so first years you are literally not alone). Your advice is spot on for everyone entering into this journey. As far as resources I would also add in SketchyMedical. It is more boards focused but its really the only resources I used for micro and some parts of pharm (anti-microbials mostly for first year). Its amazing how much it allows you to remember and how enjoyable it makes micro. To all first years reading this comment... Enjoy the journey your about to be on. If you constantly resent having to study or keep reflecting on how hard it is you will be miserable and it will reflect in your performance as a student and physician. You are about to chase your dreams and its not something many people can say they have the privilege to do. So reflect on that each day and it will keep you humble and motivated. So work hard and remember to take the time for yourself, whether its video games, a hike, painting, planting etc. take the time to do it because it will make your more productive in the long run.

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awh thank so much for this comment! to respond to the sketchy part, yes! However sketchy and Pathoma is didn’t include because that’s more for second year (at least how my school does the curriculum). We do path and pharm in year two :) I think what I included is plenty to get them out on the right foot.

  • @basantilmadhoun6523
    @basantilmadhoun65234 жыл бұрын

    I really didn’t expect to feel such a bond with a person I have never met but the kindness I saw in you made me feel some type of way

  • @oluwabunmi106
    @oluwabunmi1064 жыл бұрын

    Definitely agree with this, don't let anyone belittle you into thinking that you don't belong. You are where you are meant to be. Everyone is an expert in something it may be in a different field/subject but that does not make you less then. Love you Rachel and your inspiration for many of us so keep up the great work❤️

  • @dananaser1296
    @dananaser12964 жыл бұрын

    you're phenomenon you're always kind , honest and helpful i hope you stay happy , positive and have all the good stuff i wish you the best Rachel always

  • @milsbeaury213
    @milsbeaury2136 ай бұрын

    i watched this video when it first came out almost 4 years ago. and here i am today, starting med school next thursday, rewatching this video and so many more of yours. you have a huge impact on so many peoples lives, i love your videos so much.

  • @jcsb9940
    @jcsb99404 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for all of your transparency and thoughtful advice! The grind is about to start for me and your videos really do help calm my nerves!

  • @amph8mine
    @amph8mine Жыл бұрын

    “All I want in life is for you to do well” is really what I wanted to hear. Thank you Rachel, being in healthcare we are taught to keep taking care of people, it takes so much effort and mental capacity, it gets overwhelming. Someone has to remind us to take care of ourselves too. Thank you again.

  • @mariamvlogs6224
    @mariamvlogs62244 жыл бұрын

    Anyone else keeping themselves entertained during quarantine by watching Rachel? :) And Dr Mike?

  • @kristenortega4329

    @kristenortega4329

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes! They are my two favorite medical youtubers!

  • @mariamvlogs6224

    @mariamvlogs6224

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@kristenortega4329 Me too!!

  • @hritvikjain__3594

    @hritvikjain__3594

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kristen Ortega watch KharmaMedic once

  • @glysenelcarmela4436

    @glysenelcarmela4436

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yup. Plus KharmaMedic and America Revere, MD hehe

  • @mariamvlogs6224

    @mariamvlogs6224

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@glysenelcarmela4436 me too, I love them as well hehe!!

  • @Kendra_KG
    @Kendra_KG4 жыл бұрын

    I am a nursing student and this video was very informative. There are some resources that you provided that has helped me along my journey so far. Sidebar: I admire your authenticity and your heart. PROUD to be a part of the herd. ♥️

  • @solomonawobem8420
    @solomonawobem84204 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoy Rachel's videos, but I swear it seems like she's always close to bursting out into tears.

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    I just get passionate and emotional when i think about you guys (i think you're referencing the end)

  • @MaddyLee99
    @MaddyLee994 жыл бұрын

    Not a med student, but a nursing student who is starting a BSN program in the fall. This was still helpful and I can even share this with my pre-med friends thank you!

  • @claysatherlie6047
    @claysatherlie60474 жыл бұрын

    even though I am not going to medical school the end of the video helped a lot!

  • @alicenengler766
    @alicenengler7664 жыл бұрын

    I just finished my first week of med school and the workload is definitely an adjustment!! I’ll definitely be checking out all of these resources 💕💕💕

  • @rosyreverie
    @rosyreverie4 жыл бұрын

    My first day of med school was 3 days ago and nothing could have prepared me for everything that’s been thrown at me in a few short days. This made me feel a little better, so thank you :)

  • @emilykong5887
    @emilykong58877 ай бұрын

    Hi! First year med student here at a DO school! Stumbled across your KZread and have been binge watching all of your videos over winter break! So happy to have found your channel because you have amazing advice to give and I’ve made similar changes to my learning style like the tracker you mentioned in this video! We start our renal block tomorrow and I was lacking motivation to study😅but you were exactly what I needed to get me up and started! Love your videos and hope your mental, physical, and emotional health is high starting off the new year!! Good luck with rotations and keep up the awesome work😊🎉

  • @anissajohnson6977
    @anissajohnson69774 жыл бұрын

    Just had my first exam today!! Thank you for all of your tips :)

  • @myleene4536
    @myleene45364 жыл бұрын

    Thx for this video! I just ended my 1st year in medical school. I’m studying in Russia! I just wanted to say that your videos are super close and emotional for me, because I’m feeling same things. And your speech to audience is helping me to analyse my own thoughts. Also want to note that it’s really interesting to mention differences between your studying system and mine. I wanted to pass USMLE in my nearest future, so you motivate me a lot! Thank you again and good luck! P.S. sorry guys if you find mistakes, I’m not really well at English 🤧

  • @jeena3557
    @jeena35574 жыл бұрын

    the “okay byeee!” from rachel always makes me feel better lol

  • @amnadahik1797
    @amnadahik17973 жыл бұрын

    Yuuusssss, i rly love u, the way you talk to us n the way u’re comforting us is just heartwarming

  • @whitecoatsandcorgis
    @whitecoatsandcorgis3 жыл бұрын

    This is such a helpful video - I have already watched like 3 times!!! I can't wait to start documenting my own journey through medical school

  • @Emily-ku5bw
    @Emily-ku5bw4 жыл бұрын

    This is awesome! I started medical school at the beginning of June and this is wonderful advice. Up until a few weeks ago I was stressing and not paying enough attention to my physical/emotional wellness. You should do a video on different small things medical students can do to keep mentally and physically healthy for 20 mins-1 hour throughout the week.

  • @francesmarin8412
    @francesmarin84124 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so so much for all of your insight and resources!! I love your videos so much because it really feels like I'm not alone going into this crazy, overwhelming world of medical school

  • @sabrinabelfi3283
    @sabrinabelfi32834 жыл бұрын

    The end made me so emotional. Thank you for the advice. It really helps🤗

  • @priscillarodriguez9677
    @priscillarodriguez96774 жыл бұрын

    When you said, "It was not a mistake" that hit close to home because I was already feeling that imposter syndrome, I teared up! I am super excited to start med school but so nervous, thank you for making this video :)

  • @taylorscutari3689
    @taylorscutari36894 жыл бұрын

    Starting med school in 12 days and I’m so happy you made this video!!! Thank you so much!!!

  • @nataleighmessimore8614
    @nataleighmessimore86143 жыл бұрын

    Starting medical school in January. Have watched this video like 6 times now. Love when you go into how admissions searched for us and chose us.

  • @aquamarina6908
    @aquamarina69083 жыл бұрын

    this just made me so happy and decreased my anxiety for first year, thank you so much!

  • @LaurenJewel
    @LaurenJewel4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this. I love you! starting my second year of pre med on monday and i’m so nervous. thank you so much for sharing. Love u💖💖💖💖

  • @mariamvlogs6224
    @mariamvlogs62243 жыл бұрын

    I got accepted to your school Rachel and I'm so excited!! I have been watching your videos for a while and I love all your videos, it makes me so excited to start medical school! You are going to make an amazing doctor!!❤

  • @WittyKitten
    @WittyKitten4 жыл бұрын

    this makes me so excited to get into med school right away! I'm sure I'll need this in the future

  • @itsdwish
    @itsdwish4 жыл бұрын

    staring orientation on monday! thanks for your help rachel- definitely going to get some of these resources!

  • @celinehoward6218
    @celinehoward62184 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing these resources. The anatomy resources are so helpful esp. for neuroanatomy. ❤️

  • @kimsunsuhan1524
    @kimsunsuhan15244 жыл бұрын

    I love you Rachel❤️❤️❤️😭😭😭 I was having imposter syndrome today (it’s been 3 weeks since I started med school) and girllll I just really needed to hear this. Love u xoxoxo

  • @emilyovermyer9207
    @emilyovermyer92074 жыл бұрын

    Not a med student, but a 2nd degree, 1 year accellerated BSN student (graduate in Dec. woohoo!), and I love watching your videos. Your study tips alone have gotten me to adjust to such a fast-paced program, and I whole-heartedly agree on your points about mental health and imposter syndrome. Mental health is super important for students in high-stress programs- can't take care of patients if you can't take care of yourself !

  • @Tg-de1bh
    @Tg-de1bh4 жыл бұрын

    Yuuussss, btw I got the laptop stand because of you and it has been life changing for my studies. Thanks so much for all of your advice. hope you are feeling better!!!

  • @keerthiaddepalli1362
    @keerthiaddepalli13624 жыл бұрын

    really amazing content than anything else. i have ever seen on youtube....thanks rachel and all the best for ur second year

  • @AllieUmana
    @AllieUmana4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video! Very excited to start my first year!!

  • @nycoledale2573
    @nycoledale25734 жыл бұрын

    I’m not even a med student but I love all your motivation! 😂 It helps me in life and my classes!

  • @gossippage
    @gossippage4 жыл бұрын

    Starting my very first college class in a few weeks and will be majoring in psychology but taking the premed path, I’m so excited to start this journey

  • @hafsamohamud4912
    @hafsamohamud49124 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing Rachel! I'm starting med school later this week and am both excited and nervous.

  • @fernandamorales3017
    @fernandamorales30174 жыл бұрын

    This video came in the right time. Two days ago i completely fucked my first anatomy test and was feeling very defeated and like a huge failure. Thank you for this Rachel, hope your second year is just as good

  • @gayaneaghababyan807
    @gayaneaghababyan8074 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the resources! Will definitely make use of them❤️❤️❤️

  • @mimiiii4
    @mimiiii4 Жыл бұрын

    starting first year of med uni this september and i really needed this, thank you!

  • @holaitspaola4063
    @holaitspaola40634 жыл бұрын

    soo happy you uploaded 🥳💓

  • @shanonkeen6620
    @shanonkeen66204 жыл бұрын

    Loved this video! Needed this. Starting Med School tomorrow

  • @InspiredLifesyle.
    @InspiredLifesyle.4 жыл бұрын

    You never fail to inspire me ..love you so much!💞😊

  • @sruthynsatheesh6794
    @sruthynsatheesh67944 жыл бұрын

    My best motivation.!! Believe it or not , i watch her videos every single daayy.!!❤💕 Such an inspiration.💯#trueherd

  • @andressacortes6245
    @andressacortes62454 жыл бұрын

    I’m brazilian and student of first year of medicine and even if i’m not american , i love your tips and your videos. God bless you !

  • @hannahcook9477
    @hannahcook94774 жыл бұрын

    aww love you thank you for the advice! This was my first week :)

  • @Mediacriti
    @Mediacriti3 жыл бұрын

    yuuussss It's about to go down for me. Thank you for this!!!

  • @abturahmankawasmi8101
    @abturahmankawasmi81014 жыл бұрын

    HATS OFF to you and to ur hard efforts you've put in this 🌹

  • @manu-raghavan-pv
    @manu-raghavan-pv4 жыл бұрын

    yuuussss! There you go. And if you're reading this Rachel, thanks for all the content. Keep going girl.

  • @yashvishah1684
    @yashvishah1684Күн бұрын

    I love the way you have been so honest with everything you say in the video and also its a really helpful video for a first year med student really very thankful for this video Rachel!! ❤❤

  • @rachellllhines
    @rachellllhines4 жыл бұрын

    yay love this !!! haven't even gotten in yet both hopefully this video is still relevant to me in a year ;)

  • @inexorablehan3823
    @inexorablehan38232 жыл бұрын

    I'm feeling emotional for the last words from her heart 💫

  • @cindynativi8701
    @cindynativi87014 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Rachel! Love your videos!❤️

  • @omienoble
    @omienoble4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Rachel! I don’t know if you’ll see this, but I wanted to leave a quick note. I’m a relatively new subscriber and just got caught up with all your videos around a week ago! I’ll be starting med school in August, so it’s been so nice to have such a detailed and unfiltered look at what my first year might be like. It takes away a lot of uncertainty and I know I’ll be much more prepared than I was before I discovered your channel, thanks to your tips on studying, living a balanced life, mental/emotional/physical health, etc, and just knowing what to expect. Thank you for that! I will enjoy continuing to watch you on your med school journey. From what I’ve seen so far, I can tell you are so empathetic, thoughtful, resilient, and smart -- I know you’ll be a great doctor! Wishing you all the best as you start your second year. :)

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awh thank you! Best of luck!!

  • @veronikalatifi7852
    @veronikalatifi78524 жыл бұрын

    I just want you to know that you are my fav youtuber. I love watching your videos. You motivate me so much ❤️

  • @valeriaruiz8792
    @valeriaruiz87924 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I’m starting med school on Monday and this video is just what I needed to get back and know that everything will be okay 💕

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yay! Good luck. You will do great :)

  • @nagisadavis
    @nagisadavis4 жыл бұрын

    Ugh you are so sweet and kind!!!

  • @stubborn_med5048
    @stubborn_med50484 жыл бұрын

    I started med school about 1.5 weeks ago and these tips were extremely helpful. Thank you so much Rachel!

  • @brookekrause9521

    @brookekrause9521

    3 жыл бұрын

    How's it going??

  • @rileyquinn1942
    @rileyquinn19424 жыл бұрын

    Sooo excited!!!!!!!!!!

  • @akshitasingh3618
    @akshitasingh36184 жыл бұрын

    So relatable Rachel, thank you for being there always xD

  • @zoeocallaghan611
    @zoeocallaghan6114 жыл бұрын

    I'm not even a med student, I'm a nursing student from Australia hahaha but I find you and your videos so inspiring and motivating. I'm so invested in your journey

  • @johnmurphy1708
    @johnmurphy17084 жыл бұрын

    Hey Rachel! Hope u are good... im applying to med school next year and im struggling with motivation... thank you so much for helping motivate me 😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ you are such an inspiration❤️

  • @faezehsdq7511
    @faezehsdq75114 жыл бұрын

    l am starting med school the next year and l am so excited thanks for sharing your experiences.

  • @mollykat5378
    @mollykat53784 жыл бұрын

    I loved your advice it made me feel like you’re my big sis😄thank you for this video ♥️

  • @haileykonisky9674
    @haileykonisky96744 жыл бұрын

    I start med school next week and all I needed to hear was your bit about imposter syndrome because some days I’m still like DID I FOOL THE ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE so thank u

  • @highsun76
    @highsun764 жыл бұрын

    I'm not doing medicine, but I still lovee you're content. You're such a loveable person!

  • @taylortaylor1032
    @taylortaylor10324 жыл бұрын

    Love complete anatomy!! Gonna try the rest though :)

  • @PaulGarthAviation
    @PaulGarthAviation4 жыл бұрын

    Very motivational and inspirational video, which captures everything needed for success.

  • @amberw9467
    @amberw94674 жыл бұрын

    Not a med student but I will be starting my first year of a Ph.D. program and I already know your advice at the end is going to echo through my head when I need it most! ❤️

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    You got this Amber!!!💕

  • @HasanAlkhammash2000
    @HasanAlkhammash20004 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for these tips I really like it 💙

  • @chrisharrell58
    @chrisharrell584 жыл бұрын

    Dr. Mike is amazing!!! He’s the GOAT

  • @ahmadalsubaihi6452
    @ahmadalsubaihi64524 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos.❤ Very informative.

  • @jacobkutun2986
    @jacobkutun29863 жыл бұрын

    i have an anatomy coloring book from when i took anatomy in high school and i loved it.

  • @JVTomas
    @JVTomas4 жыл бұрын

    I love this video, I am doing a series now that's like this HAHAHAHA. You always inspire me.

  • @EmilyMusic2003
    @EmilyMusic20034 жыл бұрын

    Hopefully i will be starting med school in september probably and i’m so nervous thank you for thinking of us I love you

  • @charmimodi6266
    @charmimodi62664 жыл бұрын

    omg aweee you're literally the sweet soul ever!! I love my time with you during these videos; its like hanging out with my bestie. Can't wait for your next video! p.s. I'm a junior pre-med neuroscience undergraduate student and was wondering if you have any advice for someone like me pursuing medicine. Any tips & tricks?

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awh thank you :) Hmmm, check out my “how I got into medical school” video! Has a lot of good info!!

  • @Netthoscopes
    @Netthoscopes4 жыл бұрын

    Love this! Very helpful 💪🏽❤️

  • @kristenortega4329
    @kristenortega43294 жыл бұрын

    Yuuuusss! Thank you for this video!

  • @Msjjangful
    @Msjjangful3 жыл бұрын

    Yes! A laptop stand!!! Such a great investment! I was a couple weeks into med school when I realized my neck problems could be solved with this simple solution

  • @abbeydwinnells1254
    @abbeydwinnells12544 жыл бұрын

    Yuuussss! I start Monday so this video came at a perfect time!!

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Best of luck!

  • @ronsyp
    @ronsyp4 жыл бұрын

    Another Great Vid !! You're such a caring, good hearted person ! One of the lights shining upon some of the darkness in this world. 🙂 I know you look up to Doctor Mike but you are your own Special kind of Greatness. Thank you for the inspiration and tips since I'm going head first into the PTA program this Fall.

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Wahh thank you!

  • @FSFishing23
    @FSFishing234 жыл бұрын

    Hi Rachel thank you for the tips you’re so awesome

  • @kseniaanna7217
    @kseniaanna72174 жыл бұрын

    A rising junior this year, super nervous about getting into med school, but I hope I can make it!

  • @apun_korg
    @apun_korg4 жыл бұрын

    M Super anxious! Thanx for the video nyway. yuuussss

  • @reemmasri9274
    @reemmasri9274 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the resources

  • @rebeccabaker2897
    @rebeccabaker28974 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for posting this 🙌🏼🙏

  • @amyding7732
    @amyding77324 жыл бұрын

    Yay! Go Blue!! There is also an Anki deck for the Bluelink pictures (I believe it's on reddit somewhere)

  • @MrJordan3980
    @MrJordan39804 жыл бұрын

    Wish I saw this video at the beginning of the year :( Great Video!

  • @nogadaniel7200
    @nogadaniel72004 жыл бұрын

    Dr Mike and Rachel wow

  • @wendy-hq3qu

    @wendy-hq3qu

    4 жыл бұрын

    What do you meaannn?

  • @nogadaniel7200

    @nogadaniel7200

    4 жыл бұрын

    w e n d y if they gonna do a video together that will be wow

  • @wendy-hq3qu

    @wendy-hq3qu

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@nogadaniel7200 that would be so coolll I just wanted a doctor Mike vidd

  • @Viviesp1234

    @Viviesp1234

    4 жыл бұрын

    noga daniel ly

  • @dhruvpassi3167

    @dhruvpassi3167

    4 жыл бұрын

    We need a collaboration!!!!

  • @4444jackie
    @4444jackie4 жыл бұрын

    If you can please make a video about changing from PT to med path 😭 that would be so helpful!!!!! Love watching your videos ❤️

  • @enaamdomi6139
    @enaamdomi61394 жыл бұрын

    You are an incredible person 💙

  • @nd7086
    @nd70864 жыл бұрын

    I have been following your med school journey for over a year now and I can’t believe you’re already a second year med student!! You inspire me every time you post to work harder!! Keep up the great work/content!

  • @juannolasco1221
    @juannolasco12214 жыл бұрын

    I was legit gonna buy that chair tomorrow on amazon, I’m glad I watched the video.

  • @RachelSouthard

    @RachelSouthard

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hahah your body will thank you!