Anaesthesia Coffee Break Exam life balance with Dr Uri
Jul 15, 2025
Dr. Yuri Harrington, an Australian rural generalist and language-savvy clinician, shares his unique journey from military and physiotherapy to rural anaesthesia. He discusses his strategic exam preparations, emphasizing daily routines, effective study methods, and the mental resilience required during preparation. Yuri reveals the importance of making clinical learning relevant and offers practical tips for balancing family and study responsibilities. His insights on failure and peer learning provide a refreshing perspective on tackling medical exams.
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Use Core Texts And A Schedule
- Prioritise core texts and structured schedules like Mac95 rather than relying on others' notes.
- Stick to a regular study plan and synchronise reading with scheduled programs to build understanding.
Study Small, Prioritise Deep Topics
- Limit study to what you can sustain: aim for focused, consistent sessions rather than marathon blocks.
- Prioritise topics by depth: superficial, deep, and very deep to allocate time efficiently.
Be Comfortable Being Wrong
- Embrace vulnerability and be willing to be wrong in group practice to accelerate learning.
- Use mock sessions where you answer on camera to desensitise embarrassment and improve performance.