Staying up all night with patients on duty, growing from patient cases: The journey of a 6th-year medical student at Dai Nam University.

Beyond classroom lectures, medical students at Dai Nam University embark on their graduation internship with real pressure, real cases, and real responsibilities. Initial awkwardness transforms into confidence when facing patients; this journey not only hones their skills but also nurtures medical ethics, character, and a desire to contribute to the medical field.

When each case is a living lesson

Teachers, leaders, and doctors from Vinh Phuc General Hospital pose for a photo with medical students from Dai Nam University at the graduation internship closing ceremony.

Entering the hospital environment, Year 6 medical students at Dai Nam University are trained according to the "1 doctor - 1 student" model, where every professional procedure is closely and directly supervised.

Looking back on his three-month internship at Phu Tho Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital, student Tran Hai Dang feels he has matured a great deal. From the early days of entering the hospital environment with its high workload, future doctors inevitably felt a sense of bewilderment at first.

The pressure from workload, differences in living environment, and responsibilities pose numerous challenges for the sixth-year medical students at Dai Nam University.

At the closing ceremony, students of the Faculty of Medicine - Dai Nam University had the opportunity to reflect on their own growth after each encounter with "special" cases.

"In the early days away from home, I was worried about adapting and the pressure of the job. But thanks to the support of my teachers and the guidance of the doctors, I gradually got used to it and became more mature," Tran Hai Dang shared.

Tran Hai Dang and other medical students from Dai Nam University had the opportunity to gain clinical knowledge at Phu Tho Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital.

After three months of internship, many students, who were initially hesitant in applying theory to practice, have become more confident in their skills in examination, procedure execution, and handling clinical situations.

Beyond professional knowledge, the students also acquire the "art" of communicating with patients – a crucial element of the medical profession.

Memories of the internship are not just about clinical classes, but also about unforgettable moments in the journey of saving patients' lives amidst the threat of death.

The teachers and doctors are always there to encourage, guide, and teach the future doctors.

Student Tran Hai Dang recounted a memorable shift at the Obstetrics Department, when a pregnant woman experienced a dangerous complication: placenta previa invading the bladder. The surgery, which lasted over an hour and involved a team of experienced doctors, was successful, leaving him with deep admiration for the profession.

As for student Nguyen Thanh Tam from the Faculty of Medicine, Dai Nam University, her internship at the Obstetrics Department of Vinh Phuc General Hospital is considered a special memory in her journey to becoming a doctor, with the Faculty of Medicine at Dai Nam University as her "launching pad".

Student Nguyen Thanh Tam - Faculty of Medicine - Dai Nam University, interning at the Obstetrics Department - Vinh Phuc General Hospital, expresses gratitude to her teachers and doctors for the extremely beneficial internship.

Student Thanh Tam recalled, "There were sleepless nights on duty, participating in emergency care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and chest compressions to save patients' lives. After those stressful hours, there were heartwarming moments with words of gratitude and reassuring smiles from the patients; that alone was enough to make us happy all day, becoming a great motivation."

Sleepless nights on duty, participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and emergency surgery are invaluable lessons for sixth-year medical students at Dai Nam University.

Pham Van Minh, a 6th-year medical student at Dai Nam University, interning at Phu Tho General Hospital, also stated that directly participating in his first clinical cases and receiving guidance on even the smallest details, such as suture techniques and treatment procedures, has significantly improved his progress and strengthened his confidence in pursuing a career in surgery.

Dedicated support from teachers and doctors.

A crucial support system that helps students overcome pressure is the close attention from the school and the medical staff at the hospital.

Student Nguyen Thanh Tam emotionally shared: “The teachers and doctors always monitor, listen to, and support us in even the smallest things. We feel cared for as if we were family.”

Faculty members of the Faculty of Medicine - Dai Nam University are always ready to support students at any time.

The graduation internship has come to an end, but what the 6th-year medical students of Dai Nam University have gained is not only professional skills, but also intellectual growth, confidence, and a positive attitude.

People's Physician, Associate Professor, Dr. Hoang Duc Hanh – Head of the Faculty of Medicine, Dai Nam University, assessed the internship as a memorable experience for the sixth-year medical students of Dai Nam University.

Sharing his thoughts and offering congratulations on the successful internship, at the closing ceremony of the Faculty of Medicine's internship, People's Physician, Associate Professor, Dr. Hoang Duc Hanh – Head of the Faculty of Medicine, Dai Nam University, assessed that the graduation internship is of special importance, helping students accumulate professional skills, cultivate attitudes and communication skills in the medical environment. This is practical preparation for them to confidently enter the profession.

Professor Hoang Duc Hanh, Head of the Faculty of Medicine, Dai Nam University, interacted closely with and inquired about the students' progress during their graduation internship.

People's Physician, Associate Professor, Dr. Hoang Duc Hanh emphasized that the experiences and dedicated guidance from teachers and doctors during this period will be an unforgettable mark, accompanying students throughout their professional careers.

Medical students from Dai Nam University have become more mature and confident after their internship at three first-class hospitals in Phu Tho province.

With a solid foundation in practical training, a hands-on approach to education, and dedicated support from the faculty, Year 6 medical students at Dai Nam University are gradually demonstrating their capabilities, ready to enter the professional healthcare environment and contribute to the care and protection of community health.