Dreams coming true

Everybody has certain dreams, some of them last, some not. Due to the fact that I have been only to a few countries yet (Well, at least compared to most of my fellow students. It seems, some of them study only as a sideline to travelling…) and th…

Going into research

I think I already mentioned it: I‘m going into research. Yeah, you didn’t misread, I‘ll do some research that‘ll conclude into a scientific result.
I am not talking about a doctorate, my curriculum wants me to go into research for four weeks (or even more if you like to spend your holiday in the lab). The […]

If job ads were honest (II)

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Translation:
Endocrinologist wanted
The country council of Norbotten, Sweden seeks energetic doctors on the subject of Endocrinology for Kiruna Muncipality. Come to Sweden and benefit from the advanced Swedish health care system!
Kiruna is situated only 145km north from the arctic circle and captivates by its copious winter landscape. We will help […]

You know it’s New Year’s Eve when…

People throw stuff at you that goes with a big BANG.
People around you throw stuff that goes with a big BANG-BO-BA-BANG.
You spend more time on your way to all those parties than actually at the parties.
You meet more friends and acquaintances on your way than at said parties.
Your evening plans change constantly – you‘ll eventually […]

Insights not included in the curriculum

Studying medicine means to learn quite a lot things about this and that, basically things you‘re constantly wondering to what this might be relevant. They teach you a lot but beyond any curricular knowledge there are some worthy insights that could simplify your life as a medical student. Here are ten you won’t want to […]

Babylonian confusion

Well, Swedish lessons still are the most motivating part of my week – I really adore the course, the language, everything! Every week I wonder what progress I made. Jag älskar Svenska!
However, did I already write about my plans for the practical year („PJ“) in the 11th and 12th term? I would really like to […]

Christmas mood

Christmas is coming. It’s only one week until Christmas Eve. I hope, it will be a lovely christmas time this year.
The christmas mood find it’s way into the apartment: Right now, I am in the warm living room, resting on my couch. Some candles gleam, the fluffy fur on the warm, boarded floor invites to […]

Motivational crisis

I‘m lacking motivation. Seriously. Regarding my current effort and achievements I cannot imagine to pass the exam taking place in february. Well, it’s not that it is too difficult for me; it’s almost the opposite. I don’t know why, but I cannot spur myself on to actually take some time and learn some of the […]

A step further

The preparations for my ERASMUS year get more and more tangible. (I already wrote about it, didn’t I?) About half a year ago I made the decision to study abroad for one year, Sweden was one of my options. Later on I was sure it‘ll be Sweden so I started my preparations. In order to […]