Heart Rhythm Ballet; Patient Secretly Recording Care; ‘Oh, Mama, There’s a Bleeder!’

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Heart rhythm 101, ballet edition? In a TikTok, two cardiology fellows performed renditions of heart rhythms with pliés and jumps.

“Months or years of research in one tube. You bet I’m guarding this thing with my life.” Alex Sundermann, DrPH, took to Instagram to highlight unsung heroes: poster tubes at academic conferences.

This doctor’s approach to recovering after a tough shift at the hospital? Jamming to Justin Bieber.

“Act like someone is recording you at all times,” said Lindsey Shelton, RN, responding to a dental hygienist’s story of unknowingly being recorded by a patient wearing Meta glasses.

What does a typical day look like between night shifts? Nurse @carolyncweber shared her routine, and commenters applauded her ability to get a full 8 hours of sleep.

“Even short periods of detention can affect a child’s sense of safety and long-term well-being.” A group of pediatricians teamed up to call for the closure of the Dilley Immigration Processing Center, citing the consequences of detention on children’s health.

Medical student @liciugh gave a shoutout to dermatologists while reminding the internet that not everyone is meant to be the next Dr. Pimple Popper.

Both Kenji Oyasu, MD, and nurse @1920.degreez opened up about the most heartbreaking sound you can hear in the hospital — and how it’ll stick with you throughout your career.

“Oh mama, there’s a bleeder behind you!” Sometimes the “Gen-Z” really comes through, as surgical resident @sheva_md proved this week.

“It’s all love though.” Nurse @nurseloveofficial reenacted the standard dynamic between doctors and nurses.

Pediatrician @dr.emzieees shared her reaction when asked if she plans on giving her child a vitamin K shot at birth: “How many times can I say YES before you all get them chunky thighs protected with some fresh vitamin K?!”

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