ClinicalTRACK - Dr. Chaithanya Sai Vuyyuru Venkantagiri

I am applying for this year's match cycle in the US.

It’s more like team-based learning, and learning how to evaluate patients. I would say it’s thrilling and an adrenaline rush.

Certainly. While I was doing psychiatry in-patient rotation, I was with my attending in a room when he was evaluating a male patient. For some time, it was going smoothly, but suddenly the patient got up from his chair and punched the attending so hard that security had to come to tackle him. It was a very horrific situation and unforgettable for me.

find OPD enjoyable, as I like to talk more to the patients and help them tackle health conditions before they get worse.

Inpatient wards are challenging because you never know what might happen. You have to constantly check up on patients. I appreciate nurses and staff for their dedication to patients' recovery. The challenging part is when patients come with conditions that are difficult to diagnose, but these challenges motivate me to work harder for the patients.

I like to gather as much information as possible about the patient before my attending comes for rounds. Being well-prepared ensures efficient rounds.

I enjoy every procedure that I'm able to do because I imagine how the patient will feel once they get relief from the pain and discomfort they were experiencing.

I don't have a specific procedure or activity that I dislike. I try to approach each task with a positive attitude.

I had a great experience during my clinical rotations. I rotated through various departments, and my favorite was Gastroenterology. This was largely due to the attending I worked with, who taught me a lot and made me feel like a doctor, not just a student on rotation.

Night shifts are not my favorite, but when they are necessary, I go through with them without compromising patient care. Being more outspoken as medical students during rotations could help us learn and improve.

I believe medical students should be encouraged to be more outspoken during rotations to enhance their learning experiences.

I don't particularly like night shifts, but when necessary, I carry them out with dedication. I make sure not to let the quality of patient care suffer. In-house calls are part of the profession, and I handle them professionally.

I don't complain about food. I focus on my duties and patient care.

I'm a movie buff and enjoy dancing. I also engage in various household activities to relax.

I don't have strong dislikes, but night shifts can be challenging.

I've always had a passion for dance, but I wouldn't switch careers. I enjoy medicine and aspire to have my own practice to help people.

I haven't thought about it in detail yet. My ideal workplace will align with my life's purpose and future goals.

My ideal workplace would be one where I can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. It should provide opportunities for continuous learning and growth. A supportive and collaborative team, as well as access to the latest medical technologies, would also be important factors for me.