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Dr. Polar Platypus: Relationships as a source of self-medication
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Tuesday, April 6, 2010. Relationships as a source of self-medication. Well, you can't, really. So, I've decided to stay single for now. Not actively necessarily, but rather to not actively seek out relationships as I have previously. I think it's only fair to myself and to any future loved ones. I'm not saying that I regret anything from the past, but rather that I just want to remain true to myself and to others. How's this been working for me? Sep 15 - Sep 22.
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Dr. Polar Platypus: AMSA Meeting with Health Ministers Produces Results - Favourable for Internationals?
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Monday, February 15, 2010. AMSA Meeting with Health Ministers Produces Results - Favourable for Internationals? The Australian Medical Students' Association (AMSA) welcomes the announcement from Friday's Health Ministers' meeting that Commonwealth-funded medical graduates from Australian universities will be guaranteed an intern place, however notes that some locally trained doctors are not covered by this guarantee. Australian medical students who are in full-f...
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Dr. Polar Platypus: Change of Plans
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Monday, January 4, 2010. So, the original plan for me was to leave on the 8th of January to do some pathology work in Tamworth. It looks like that isn't going to end up working out. It was a little disappointing at the time, however, it seems like it may have turned into a blessing. Anyways, I'm doing well and getting excited for Australia. It was -25* Celsius here today. ouch. Can't wait for the sun! I have a quick question, if thats alright? Sep 15 - Sep 22.
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Dr. Polar Platypus: Ethics...
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Monday, January 18, 2010. Why do I want to talk about this? Well, I recently watched the movie “The Cove”. I highly recommend it. Unless you would rather be ignorant of the consequences of your actions, it is a must-watch movie. Time to start breaking down the logic. I start by talking about some basic points that I believe are difficult to refute. These are simple points that I don’t believe can be ignored and upon which I will base my arguments. How is it that...
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Dr. Polar Platypus: Flinders - an overview
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Monday, May 24, 2010. Flinders - an overview. To come in a future post. Hey Dr. Polar Platypus,. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us via your blog! I am a prospective student for the next cycle (just had my interview). Being from the US I do not know a ton about the school.Is it still going well? Are you still happy you choose Flinders? May 26, 2010 at 6:31 AM. Good luck and hope the interview went well. will possibly see you next year? Sep 15 - Sep 22.
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Dr. Polar Platypus: The pros of a small school
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Thursday, September 16, 2010. The pros of a small school. As for the post below. I think the demotivation would have happened regardless of where I was/am. Now to find me some non-meddy buddies that share my point of view on life. :). Hey there.chance upon ur blog. I am about to start flinders next year! Wats a good place nearby to live? October 16, 2010 at 11:02 PM. Good luck and look forward to meeting you! October 18, 2010 at 3:21 AM. Sep 15 - Sep 22.
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Dr. Polar Platypus: An internship is confirmed
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Saturday, September 21, 2013. An internship is confirmed. And the long road, the stress and the difficulties associated with not having any security in my future, has finally been put aside. Last week, I heard from SAIMET that I have a job at Flinders Medical Centre next year. It is over. Good luck to my fellow international students waiting around the country. I am hoping for you. Any new insights you care to share? January 27, 2014 at 3:16 PM. This year at lea...
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Dr. Polar Platypus: Eye on the prize
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Thursday, September 16, 2010. Eye on the prize. I've been losing motivation lately. I don't know why. Maybe it has to do with my peers and a lack of connection with those around me. My own motivations for medicine don't seem to line up with those around me. It feels isolating sometimes and makes me wonder whether I was supposed to do this. My friends and family and loved ones and patients reassure me that I am, but what about myself? What does my heart say?
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Dr. Polar Platypus: First Impressions
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A Canadian studying medicine in Australia. Friday, February 12, 2010. Let me say this first - Australia is awesome. The weather, the people, the ecology, the air, the freedom. I have no complaints thus far (well, maybe a few but those are mostly $ related and that's not something that actively bothers me, it's just something I have to deal with). It's been a great week and a bit so far (I've already been here for a week! At school so I can do this. If not, then pics will be coming in early March whic...
