Author Archives: USG
Neuroscience and Learning
As a part of one of my summer courses, we are in charge of 15 hours of our own learning excursions. Since I’m still working full time, taking credits on campus, and tutoring, I decided to make these excursions web-based. … Continue reading
Gaithersburg Book Festival
As I mentioned in my last blog post, my 5th-grade class wrote a play with John Morigello, a member of Best Medicine Rep. This play was chosen to be performed by Best Medicine Rep at the Gaithersburg Book Festival, and … Continue reading
Thank you, Next
People do NOT notice this, but when you are about to graduate, you tense up and feel nervous. I certainly do! Did I forget to mention the cost of graduation? Yes, graduation costs $170, but this memorable occasion only happens … Continue reading
National Biking Month!
Yes, we’ve all heard: it’s the end of the semester, and for many, this is the last push before a glorious one or two months off of school work, exams, and long hours at the library. This final push can … Continue reading
The Faces of Depression
I work in a suburban hospital emergency room and each and every day, we care for at least two (oftentimes more) individuals who have attempted or are contemplating suicide, what we call “suicidal ideations”. Sometimes these patients come in on … Continue reading
Thank you and Good Luck!
I cannot believe that next month is May already! Also, since this is my last post, I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you and congratulations to all. For those graduating next month, congratulations on finishing your program! … Continue reading
Less than a month away
For those of us graduating this spring, reality is starting to set in for us. What am I going to do after graduation? Where can I find a job after graduation? Should I pursue a master’s degree? What have I … Continue reading
The Value in Arts
While I’m tired, groggy, and in a consistent haze due to allergies, here we are, back in the classroom from our short-lived spring break. In all honesty, some days, it takes careful thinking and mindfulness to remember the positives that … Continue reading
What I Learned This Week…
Last week was my first full week in the emergency department. What a wild ride! In reflecting on the 36 hours, there are certain things that bubbled up to the surface. Here they are: I love the ER; The more … Continue reading
Overcoming ProcrastinationÂ
Most of you are probably starting to study for your final exams and working on your final papers. Some of you are probably starting to feel the pressure and stress of finishing up your assignment. I am also in the … Continue reading