It's fantastic to be back in NOLA for the home stretch! I still can't believe it's already been an entire semester, how is the program already halfway over? Even though January is over now, we've already had a month of class and completed a block exam! And now on top of the regular coursework, we're all starting to prepared for the USLME Steps that we'll specifically be taking in Pharmacology come March! I've also continued volunteering at the Children's Hospital which is continuing to be a rewarding experience.
However, the most exciting thing about this semester thus far has been my time with my fellow pharmacology phamily. While last semester I spent getting settled into the program, I've been able to spend much more time with my friends this semester! We've been exploring the city and going out a lot more now, we've even started a Friday post-seminar happy hour weekly date at Borgne, one of our favorite restaurants right by the med school!
On top of all of this, Mardi Gras is extra early this season (Feb 17th) and I'm so excited to show all my friends in the program what Mardi Gras in New Orleans is like! After all, being a Mardi Gras veteran (this will be my 5th year), I can impart all my wisdom (from experience of course) of the do's and don'ts of Mardi Gras!
Total Volunteer Hours: 10
Countdown to Mardi Gras: 15 days!
