Brain Doctors

Over the last two Wednesdays, I've been watching a series called Brain Doctors, which covers some of the cases that neurosurgeons treat and care for. I've been really interested in it, as it gave an insight into the tough working life of a doctor. However, I am not put off, in fact it has even motivated me further to achieve and succeed. I was particularly fascinated by the way the doctors and long term patients build up a relationship. Although it is obviously not a desirable situation, I felt that this would make the patients more comfortable in hospital, as they are able to recognise a face or two in a constantly changing atmosphere. The main surgeon followed by the program seemed like a really nice person, I thought he had exactly the right attitude for the job, serious and thoughtful at the necessary times, such as helping parents decide how to treat their children, but jovial and friendly when suitable, for example he played music on speakers while performing operations. This is important, because I believe that if you get too caught up in being sad and sombre all the time, you can lose focus and forget why you are doing anything.
I think I have learnt more about life as a surgeon after watching these programs, such as the fact that it takes 6 years after medical school to become a fully qualified neurosurgeon. I will definitely be watching the rest of the series!