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Hospital Essentials (Medical Student Version)
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items As a medical student nearing the end of her clinical rotations, here are things I take with me to the hospital every day to help me survive my shift!
I have had my adidas backpack for all 4 years of medical school and it has held up SO well. It is comfortable, has exactly the right amount of pockets, and can hold as much or as little as I need it to. I will probably be using this backpack through ...
Backpacks: Up to 50% Off
When I finish talking to patients and writing my note, I get looks of amazement when I fold my clipboard into three compartments and then tuck it into my scrub pocket! Has been a lifesaver during my clinical years of med school.
Foldable Clipboard
Get yourself a badge reel that goes with the season or matches your personality! Currently, I have a Spongebob Squarepants themed reel. My patients and their parents love it and it helps me feel more individualized in the sea of conformity. I recomme...
Badge Reels
You're going to need a trusty ole stethoscope to get through the clinical years. Littman is where it's at!
Littmann
Papermate inkjoy gel pens are my favorite pens to use while taking a history from my patients. They write so smoothly and don't smudge or smear.
Gel Pens
I LOVE fabletics scrubs. They are comfy, flexible, and have a wide variety of fits and colors to match your hospital's dress code. I am 5'2 and 130lbs and wear a size small on the bottom and a size petite medium on the top. They also offer embroidery...
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Patagonia jackets are super popular amongst the medical team. While they are a little pricey, the quality is great.
Women's Fleece Jackets & Vests
My mom got me a stanley water bottle for Christmas a few years ago and it has been the best thing to happen to iced water in a long time. I went out and got another style almost immediately after. These water bottles keep your drinks cool (or hot) fo...
Stainless Steel, Insulated Water Bottles
I keep my hot tea in a tervis mug in the side of my backpack during every morning (or realtively early afternoon) shift. It keeps my drink hot and there are so many cup designs you can choose from, like Jurassic Park or Disney's UP!
Classic Insulated Tumblers