Question and Answer (surprise news, marriage, patient care tips) | Dr. Rachel Southard

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  • čas přidán 11. 07. 2024
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Komentáře • 125

  • @RachelSouthard
    @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +19

    Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to DrinkLMNT.com/RACHELSOUTHARD to get your free sample pack with any purchase. P.S. LMNT is offering all of you this link to apply with any purchase! Not just your first purchase!

  • @erinsmeraldo9008
    @erinsmeraldo9008 Před 2 měsíci +42

    the fact that you're even making content while actively in residency is beyond amazing. im grateful for ANYTHING you upload, so thank you for all the effort you put into this:)

  • @rihabhadjam
    @rihabhadjam Před 2 měsíci +105

    IT'S NOT EVEN SATURDAY AHHHHHHHHHH

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +14

      I KNOW🥳🥳🥳🤠

    • @lewiskent550
      @lewiskent550 Před 2 měsíci

      @@RachelSouthard hi how are you feeling at the moment and my friend thinks your 5'7"
      How tall are you

  • @bethanyjowers3133
    @bethanyjowers3133 Před 2 měsíci +42

    "if you disagree that's fine, go off in the comments" lmaoo
    All jokes aside, thank you for the video! Loved it very much 💙

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +5

      😂 just keepin it real
      Thank you Bethany!

  • @tanisamahalingam7670
    @tanisamahalingam7670 Před 2 měsíci +48

    thank you so much for being an advocate for residents / medical students and pushing for changes to the status quo of over-working residents. i'm not a medical student myself, but my sister and many friends are. it's ironic how the field of medicine treats burnout, sleep deprivation, etc. yet continues to enable residents to develop these same conditions through inhumane working hours. You speaking up and promoting changes will have an impact and help a future generation of doctors!

  • @viancazavala4560
    @viancazavala4560 Před 2 měsíci +21

    "He's a little podcast" is such a cute comparison! I'm so happy for you Rachel

  • @boxerloverkz812
    @boxerloverkz812 Před 2 měsíci +11

    I work for a very large medical facility. I feel like calling doctors by their title is out of respect. Even though they always introduce themselves by their first name, I can't call them by their first name. Kind of like when I run into a teacher I had in HS. I can not call them by their first name, it is always Mr. or Mrs, Ms. Thank you for all of the content you provide, it is nice to know what my residents go through and why they may be short with their words when they are on their 24+ hour shift and they're also "on-call" to take patient calls for their service. Your videos give me some understanding and grace for them. I completely understand where ur coming from as well. Thank you for all you do for us, your patients, nurses and fellow doctors.

    • @owlofathens3288
      @owlofathens3288 Před měsícem

      I feel you! As a recent graduate from residency, I cannot help but call my colleagues (especially older ones) by their last name + Dr. title, just like I would call an attending as a resident, because it felt weird calling them by their first names. On the other hand, people call me by my last name because my ethnic first name is spelled too weird for people's pronounce

    • @owlofathens3288
      @owlofathens3288 Před měsícem

      I also remember when I was so tired and frustrated and sad while on-call, that once or twice my words got short with the nurses. Afterwards I always feel so bad and spend lot of time apologizing. Your understanding is definitely appreciated by the residents.

  • @novaly6293
    @novaly6293 Před 2 měsíci +32

    Omg what a treat it’s not even Saturday

  • @aleksandra4720
    @aleksandra4720 Před 2 měsíci +47

    yay to moving in together !! Here's to the new exciting chapter!! So happy for you!

  • @gdaymates431
    @gdaymates431 Před 2 měsíci +13

    Im a first year med student who is repeating first year. The pressure is a lot. A few days ago, I got bit by a dog, and my first thought was "i need to study." That really made me realise that I need to stop putting so much pressure on myself. It's hard to take a step back from school, especially as a repeating student. But it can't be my entire life, which it currently is.

    • @LaMarieOne
      @LaMarieOne Před 2 měsíci +1

      I hope you heal up quickly! Take some time for yourself when you can

  • @2011Starrmom
    @2011Starrmom Před 2 měsíci +19

    Those smiles when talking about Patrick - so, so sweet! Thanks for sharing that part of your life!

  • @faariasamnani8001
    @faariasamnani8001 Před 2 měsíci +7

    As an R1 in Family Medicine, I have to say that I COMPLETELY resonate with not talking about medicine outside of work. It’s so hard when family ask for advice but I joke (not really) that my work hours are from 9-5 M-F and anything outside of that will be charged. That always seems to do the trick and gets a little laugh lol

  • @anorw27
    @anorw27 Před 2 měsíci +8

    I love how you advocate for exercise! It’s so important and it seems majority of people don’t understand that. You have motivated me to try and move more

  • @betsybabf748
    @betsybabf748 Před 2 měsíci +8

    I've written thank you cards to my OBs, but we always ordered a giant basket of goodies to be delivered to the nurses' station of the maternity ward.

  • @bettyhernandez7061
    @bettyhernandez7061 Před 2 měsíci +20

    This video made me tear up. You’re such a good human and motivate me to work hard☺️

  • @arigrande2647
    @arigrande2647 Před 2 měsíci +7

    Can’t wait!!!!❤❤❤

  • @katyrogers5282
    @katyrogers5282 Před 2 měsíci +17

    💍💍 surprise video!! so happy to get to hear from you extra this week!

  • @aleksandra4720
    @aleksandra4720 Před 2 měsíci +8

    What a treat!!! 🎉🎉❤❤

  • @pilarrodriguez5133
    @pilarrodriguez5133 Před 2 měsíci +2

    So happy for you guys!! 💗

  • @juliemiller4288
    @juliemiller4288 Před 2 měsíci +3

    I needed one of your videos today!! Love you ❤❤❤

  • @robertaluniute8351
    @robertaluniute8351 Před 2 měsíci +12

    So excited!!!💍💍💍

  • @lucynak.2477
    @lucynak.2477 Před 2 měsíci +4

    The way you talk about your partner is so beautiful❤
    It's so important to have That kind of person in your life. I'm so happy you have That support. Love you and wish you all the Best!❤

  • @mlocey9
    @mlocey9 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Yessssss, love to see new videos posted. I love watching your videos. It’s always relaxing and comforting, like I’m hearing about my big sisters day or something 🥹

  • @amyc4406
    @amyc4406 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Watching this video at work during my half an hour break. Your so sweet and down to earth❤. Love youuu.

  • @teeresagai
    @teeresagai Před 2 měsíci +2

    Very happy for you and Patrick!!!!. I so enjoy your vlogs and you are such a humble person. Thank you for taking the time out of you more than busy residency life to share your journey with us. You are spot on life is too short enjoy and experience it to the fullest. 🤟

  • @nicasolinap1146
    @nicasolinap1146 Před 2 měsíci +4

    ur humility >>>

  • @pinkrose372
    @pinkrose372 Před 2 měsíci +3

    You are so humble I love that about you❤

  • @jesss8942
    @jesss8942 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I am SO HAPPY for you!

  • @jennysong99
    @jennysong99 Před 2 měsíci +1

    as always, i appreciate your transparency about residency. i feel more mentally prepared as a student! thank you!!

  • @tamarasears5318
    @tamarasears5318 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you Rachel for the best advice.

  • @BrianHornak
    @BrianHornak Před 2 měsíci +2

    Congratulations..glad to hear Patrick is moving in..Enjoy each other and this new chapter

  • @orangeblossom1712
    @orangeblossom1712 Před 2 měsíci +2

    thank you for the advice on boundaries with co-workers, how you spend your time out of work... really helpful❤

  • @fernandebranch1699
    @fernandebranch1699 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Great video!

  • @HelloMoto_
    @HelloMoto_ Před 2 měsíci +4

    Me watching this with a 2 month old and starting PA school 😆 I don’t remember the last time I slept well. We got this! It could be worse haha

  • @PinkLadyDaria
    @PinkLadyDaria Před 2 měsíci +2

    You’re just amazing!! ❤

  • @joshuaeben
    @joshuaeben Před 2 měsíci

    Sending you so much love, thanks for your openness...things are hard sometimes, thanks for sharing that. I am a new nurse, not exactly the same but also huge and steep learning curve, lots of stress and long hours. I can so commiserate!

  • @sarahlouise564
    @sarahlouise564 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Honestly this has cheered me up so much from the worst day. Love updates from you ❤

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Keep your chin up, Sarah! We’re here for you.

  • @fatemetoliat7222
    @fatemetoliat7222 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Just wanted to come here as one of the red ants for 3 years of watching your videos and you being the great role model you are. I am proud of you, I hope your happy and relaxing days come, I hope you take care of yourself realizing how much you have done not only as a doctor but as hope to so many medical fluid students and professionals. you are truly a legend. I hope for you to take care of yourself be kind to yourself and all that and stuff. Ok Bye

  • @nattywe
    @nattywe Před 2 měsíci +1

    This channel is amazing keep it going! It’s important to understand what it’s really like the system needs to change!

  • @emilymolloy953
    @emilymolloy953 Před 2 měsíci +3

    When you already know the video is going to be fantastic so you like the video before it even finishes! I am a nursing student in Belgium! Thank you for everything :)))

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Woooo! Thanks Queen♥️
      Keep up the good work!

  • @monicasalinas3348
    @monicasalinas3348 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I love your videos

  • @ashlydaney3585
    @ashlydaney3585 Před 2 měsíci

    I just love you!😊

  • @finalmenteliza07
    @finalmenteliza07 Před 2 měsíci +8

    Hey Rachel! I love your channel!! It's such a great source of honest, accurate information about being a doctor. We know you are doing your best. Keep going, do whatever you can whenever you can.

  • @JordynLynnia
    @JordynLynnia Před 2 měsíci +1

    I'm so excited that Patrick is moving in!!! I think it'll be so helpful to help you decompress and I can't wait until I can have that with my boyfriend

  • @user-yj7es4iv2i
    @user-yj7es4iv2i Před 2 měsíci

    we want more rachel !

  • @angel8223
    @angel8223 Před 2 měsíci +5

    This is greeaaat. I love this nice surprise video. And I love ur outlook on life, your talk and your advices. You're awesome. Take care. Love you:)

  • @tiffanypollock6582
    @tiffanypollock6582 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I love your relationship with your partner. I can see the love you have for him. Congrats on the big move!!!

  • @kellyvergara4546
    @kellyvergara4546 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Exactly what I needed today! Thank you Dr. Southard, oop I mean Rachel 😊

  • @Ohdeyummm
    @Ohdeyummm Před 2 měsíci +3

    Time to grab my snacks 📺🎉

  • @ElaineSharon358
    @ElaineSharon358 Před 2 měsíci +2

    If you are thinking about going to medical school you should watch these videos, because she tells the truth on the medical training life. I could never do this but she is sooooo amazing. I love her ❤️👏 I would so love to be her patient…..

  • @balala-lk2wd
    @balala-lk2wd Před 2 měsíci

    Our favorite girl❤

  • @jackmaiers7729
    @jackmaiers7729 Před 2 měsíci +1

    What does Patrick do for work? I love that he’s so supportive of you!

  • @sarapurdy6468
    @sarapurdy6468 Před 2 měsíci +5

    💍💍💍💍💍💍 eeeee so excited!

  • @mz8618
    @mz8618 Před 2 měsíci +6

    the way you talk about him is soo cute my heart

  • @stephanieoregan
    @stephanieoregan Před 2 měsíci +2

    Holy smokes what a nice surprise seeing your lovely face today ❤❤❤

  • @gloriac9994
    @gloriac9994 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I LOVE YOUR SCRUB COLOR SO MUCH 😢!!!!!

  • @chopartovklb2729
    @chopartovklb2729 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Hi, when you said nurses call you doctor Southard I realized that people are gonna call me doctor mylastname in a year when I finish the school and it sounds a little scary. 😂It´s really nice that you and your boyfriend are happy together, congratulations on that 🥰. You are absolutely glowing. 😍 It you were searching for some recommendations for your future videos, I would love to hear about some of your childhood experience or the place where you grew up.

  • @Louballa
    @Louballa Před 2 měsíci +2

    yes yes yes about first & foremost Rachel... I'm an FY1 in the UK (equivalent of an intern) and I ALWAYS introduce myself as Hello Im Louise, I'm one of the doctors' and cringe when ppl insist on calling me 'Doctor' (unless ppl genuinely don't know my name!)

  • @katienolan9266
    @katienolan9266 Před 2 měsíci

    Love this & love your attitude - I'm newly qualified and I personally would prefer to be known by my fitst name too, I've been told that is unprofessional etc, but I really don't believe that I'll be a worse doctor just simply by deciding against enforcing a specific title! Congrats Rachel, I'm also the first person in my extended family to go to university & then become a Doctor 🥰

  • @BrianHornak
    @BrianHornak Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hello Stranger..Always a Pleasure to see you..... Thank you for all you do but..please take care of you my dear friend❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @andreakirkpatrick7802
    @andreakirkpatrick7802 Před měsícem

    Oh my gosh, literally me when I walked into a coffee shop yesterday before my overnight shift thinking the exact same thing😂 Word for word you’ve read my mind. 😅

  • @fran0162
    @fran0162 Před 2 měsíci +2

    What a great Q & A!!! So happy Patrick is moving in!!!

  • @zhuzhupetlover6673
    @zhuzhupetlover6673 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Oh I’m assuming you took Dr out of your instagram profile because as you mentioned, you aren’t just a doctor? That would make perfect sense. Love you Rachel. Keep doing you!

  • @graced665
    @graced665 Před 2 měsíci

    These scrubs are soooooo pretty

  • @ashleylynn1925
    @ashleylynn1925 Před 2 měsíci

    It's almost July \o/ Would love to see a video reflecting on your past year and your growth.
    Thanks for the bonus video.

  • @zhuzhupetlover6673
    @zhuzhupetlover6673 Před 2 měsíci +2

    OMGGGG 💍💍💍💍💍

  • @nanafordwuo9835
    @nanafordwuo9835 Před 2 měsíci +2

    So excited for this new chapter for y’all! It was a treat getting another video from you!🫶🏿💍

  • @mckenzieburian7314
    @mckenzieburian7314 Před 2 měsíci +2

    You and your partner are so cute. It makes me so happy for you!!! You are so deserving of an amazing person.

  • @deloracomfort8960
    @deloracomfort8960 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Post what you want
    we just like to see you

  • @tovielmcvay6455
    @tovielmcvay6455 Před 2 měsíci

    Hey Rachel! Great video as always and not even on a Saturday what a treat Lol! Just wanted to make a kind suggestion about ur hair thinning: have u tried the product called Nutrafol? They have a whole host of vitamins to help with hair thinning and other stuff. I think it was founded by a med student. I haven’t used any of their products but have seen the commercials and heard great things abt it. And another product called Curology for ur skincare/acne (again haven’t used it myself but have heard great things)😊. Hope this helps and I wish u great continued success ❤

  • @jennifernelson83
    @jennifernelson83 Před 2 měsíci +3

    I think it’s fantastic and so important that you value work/life balance but I’m wondering how feasible that is in such a demanding speciality such as OBGYN. I remember when I was pregnant with my first and my treating OBGYN said yeah, I don’t deliver anymore, I need sleep!

  • @marianne-p
    @marianne-p Před 2 měsíci +1

    Super cool of you to be humble about being a doctor. On the opposite side, how do you feel about other medical professions saying they're doctors cuz they have a doctorate?
    While i agree it's an accomplishment, I believe there's a time and a place for referring yourself as a doctor so depends on context.
    Like I have an OTD, but I feel uncomfortable with being called a doctor because it's out of respect for those doctors of medicine like my sister who is also a DO and a Rachel.

  • @jackmaiers7729
    @jackmaiers7729 Před 2 měsíci +1

    How much is taught about endometriosis in med school? Have you seen much of it in your residency so far?

  • @mireillelevy9748
    @mireillelevy9748 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I love that you actively normalize crying =)

  • @melissa_xm
    @melissa_xm Před 2 měsíci +2

    💐💐💐

  • @Nadya5
    @Nadya5 Před 2 měsíci +1

    It’s sad that there aren’t laws for residents to only work 12 hr shifts

  • @juliasell7287
    @juliasell7287 Před 2 měsíci +3

    💍

  • @IK-fg4gw
    @IK-fg4gw Před 2 měsíci +2

  • @DaltonsFriendswood
    @DaltonsFriendswood Před 2 měsíci +3

    Ugh my husband is a teacher and coach and ends up making like $5 an hour if you convert it to how many hours he works. 😢😢. Unfortunately he has no light at the end of the tunnel for a big salary after a few years. I don’t know how he keeps his motivation.

  • @iloveu5362
    @iloveu5362 Před 2 měsíci

    what made you decide on obgyn ?

  • @evamutavchieva5313
    @evamutavchieva5313 Před 2 měsíci +4

    How are you almost a second year resident. I remember when you were a first year medical student 😭😭

  • @BrianHornak
    @BrianHornak Před 2 měsíci

    If I may...ask a question...I have prostate cancer ..which I'm taking at face value..aka..letting nature run its course... along with hard to manage orthostatic hypotension. . Fatigue and energy dips seem to be calling the shots ...even gearing up ...setting up my leg bag and knee braces are mentally and physically exhausting....is this normal????

  • @stacylein2448
    @stacylein2448 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hi, Rachel. I'm Stacy, I think you're great.

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci

      Oh thank you!I think you’re wonderful, Stacy!

  • @linnsoltwedel
    @linnsoltwedel Před 2 měsíci

    PEople saying they are Dr this and that and you are at work then fine, but when you ar not, no one gives a shit :P
    I agree with you!
    It's just a sprofesianal to say Nurse Jones to me.

  • @flavinhaluiz4147
    @flavinhaluiz4147 Před 2 měsíci

    I feel like I aged so much during residency! My skin texture, dark circles, wrinkles and overall tiredness lol

  • @pilarrodriguez5133
    @pilarrodriguez5133 Před 2 měsíci +6

    Ummmm 💍💍💍

  • @catwoman7102
    @catwoman7102 Před 2 měsíci +1

    16:30 💍💍

  • @slothassasin1055
    @slothassasin1055 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Such a baddie

  • @ahoward3819
    @ahoward3819 Před 2 měsíci

    I am not asking this in any kind of bad way. Knowing that obgyn is an intense specialty have you considered doing something else? Like dermatology tends to be much more quiet. Rarely is there ever a dermatology emergency in the middle of the night. I am sure there are other specialties that are less intense ways to be a doctor. Can you see yourself still doing this 20, 40 years down the road?

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +1

      OBGYN is the only field I am interested in. It’s my calling 😇

  • @avaelysedo25
    @avaelysedo25 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Omg is she ENGAGED???

  • @Lalaloveme2024
    @Lalaloveme2024 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I hope he’s faithful to you because he wasn’t to me

  • @dorimolnar4414
    @dorimolnar4414 Před 2 měsíci +2

    omg??🥹🥹💍💍💍💍💍💍💍

  • @Toogaytoofunction
    @Toogaytoofunction Před 2 měsíci

    Does obgyn residency get better or is it all hard lol you seem so tired 😴

  • @Uhhit67
    @Uhhit67 Před 2 měsíci +6

    AAAAAAH IM GOING TO LOSE MY MIND IF IT IS WHAT IT IS, so happy for youuuu🥹🥹🥹🥹😭😭🫂

  • @savannahbrooke444
    @savannahbrooke444 Před 2 měsíci +3

    when you get married do you plan on changing your name? i know there’s a ton of discourse between doctors changing their names! what are your thoughts? 🩷

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci +11

      I won’t be changing my name. And that’s no offense to my partner! I just want to honor my dad’s family name. And “Southard” went through medical school😊

    • @JewelsScarlet
      @JewelsScarlet Před 2 měsíci

      @@RachelSouthardqueen!

  • @carlyyusko441
    @carlyyusko441 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I think it would be great if you chatted with a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist 🤍 I’m a PT and I know a big goal is for pre/post partum PFPT to be a standard. I’d love to know your take.

    • @RachelSouthard
      @RachelSouthard  Před 2 měsíci

      Oh man! I’d have to find one first. I don’t know any personally. But I’ll keep it in mind :)

  • @1200kevin1
    @1200kevin1 Před 2 měsíci