In our training we are told to have a low threshold for calling for help. The emergency call bell in theatre and recovery here is nicknamed The Buzzer of Shame.
Hampered
Having to ride on the slow side of the cycle lane at the moment, with all Continue reading “Hampered”
Strict
Made to take off my watch as an infection risk yesterday by a bossy Continue reading “Strict”
Uniformity
No scrubs my size in the theatre changing rooms today. Someone had to sneak into the mens for me to grab a pile. Made me feel quite homesick.
Surgical time extended by at least two hours
The neurosurgical registrars here have discovered Stealth for drainage of chronic subdurals as well as placement of intraventricular drains! Way to make two tiny acutes fill your entire day.
Brash
In case any of you were wondering – I never did include the University’s vice chancellor into my parking correspondence. They’re all quite busy at the moment – keeping our campuses safe from free speech.
Balance
Anaesthetic rooms may be an archaic hang over from the past – but they do give you a place to put your bag.
One of us
Can’t decide whether to claim Ben Stokes as a Kiwi – cricketing hero vs probably a bit of a dick, personally.
Everyone loves a good parking story
Long day in theatre today, lots of fun but I’m tired. Also, normal Continue reading “Everyone loves a good parking story”
NHS musings – cont (have to be careful about that spelling!)
This idea of colour coded hats is quite clever. This way, everyone knows Continue reading “NHS musings – cont (have to be careful about that spelling!)”