Tuesday: Saw the dialysis unit and the plasma exchange machine. Then off to clinic and then lunch. The cafeteria may be smaller than the one at sick kids but I have to say it kicks ass. Great options and cheap. Yesterday I had a large helping of pasta with chicken, shrimp, and artichoke that was only 3.99$. Today I had grilled Thai chicken with brown rice pilaf… yummy and healthy.

Pimped: Twice (kind of... does 'what do you think' count as pimping?)

Dictated: 3 clinic notes

Addendum:

As I walked home I stopped by a small plaza. I had a few things to pick up. As I was heading to get some items at the next store, I saw a lady with an oxygen tank smoking in front of it. Let me tell you I quickly backed my ass up and took off home in the opposite direction. In the event that she blows the whole plaza down, I did not want to be one of the pieces. Thankfully as I was scurrying off, I looked back and she put out the cigarette. No one realized what danger they were in during those few short drags.

Scenic Walk to Work:

The walk to work takes me roughly 25 minutes door to door. It is a pathway through residential areas, and some grassy knolls. On my way home the first day I encountered a rabbit or was it a hare on my way home. (Don't wory Priya ... I never even thought about eating it :)

The Ottawa Elective Adventure begins:

Sunday: Arrive in Ottawa by train, which was surprisingly on time. My sister picked me up and drove me to my other sister’s place which is close to the hospital. As we drove there I realized I didn’t even know the number of the house…thank goodness for family. We took a quick walk to the hospital so I could learn the route and then went back to her place. We got some goodies on the way including real Arabic style shawarma, roasted potatoes, and my favourite cheese flatbread thingy.

Monday: I didn’t want to get up, and I didn’t want to go. I was scared like a schoolgirl on her first day. What if they don’t like me? What if they think I am stupid? What if they ask me questions? Grill me? Pimp me?

Well they were super nice and welcoming. They gave me a quick run down of the place and of the clinics. Oh and before I forget no call!! Some consults during the day possibly but no night call! There are only three nephrologists and they run a fairly busy clinic and dialysis unit. Currently one staff is away and the fellow does not start till next week. So for now just me and the two Dr. F’s.

Pimped: 0 times

Dictated: 2 Clinic notes (I hope I didn’t ruin them)