An Internship in Orthopedics

An Internship in Orthopedics

Through my experience with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Borrow, I have realized that in this particular office the behavioral protocol is simple.  As an intern, I am expected to be polite and respectful at all times. I follow Dr. Borrow around as she sees patients and I am to observe.  My job is to follow and help Dr. Borrow and other associates with any task needed. There is a clear hierarchy system in the office as well.  Dr. Borrow is the head of the business, followed by the PA, Sam, then the nurses and other associates, and lastly me, the intern!  As the rank of personas in the office is recognizable, it is in terms of leadership; however, everyone is free to speak and suggest advice, etc. regardless of rank.  Communication is free in the orthopedic office as everyone talks about their children, family, plans and other things involved outside the office.  This is free for me to talk about as well.  Everyone cares about each other and their well being.  Dr. Borrow and the other associates talk freely on matters concerning patients as well when it comes to how to treat or diagnose the patient.  Everyone has and gives respect. In my great favor, Dr. Borrow also informs me of specifics on certain injuries and explains with detail how the injury occurred, what happened to the body, and how to fix and treat it.
Each associate dresses in scrubs everyday; however, the PA and Dr. Borrow wear scrubs on certain occasions and other occasions they wear professional attire such as nice pants, closed toed shoes, and a nice shirt.  The professional dress demonstrates the that the two take their job and their patients very seriously. This dress does not really affect much of the behaviors in the office because the majority of the associates are in scrubs.  There is always a high level of respect for the PA and Dr. Borrow.
I constantly follow Dr. Borrow as she sees patients, determines how to treat them, views X-Rays and many other tasks involved in orthopedics.  I have been able to apply my skills by being able to recognize malfunctions of each patient and see how Dr. Borrow acts and treats them.  This further develops my knowledge and helps me understand the body on another level.