By Abhilash Thatikala
In the realm of neurons firing, life’s a constant race,
A neurology resident’s world, an unrelenting pace.
With each dawn’s early light, a new day begins,
In the labyrinth of synapses, where discovery always wins.
In scrubs of dedication, I step into the fray,
To decode the mind’s mysteries, come what may.
A schedule filled with patients, their stories to untwine,
In the busy life I lead, in the realm of the mind.
The ER’s a battlefield, where crises unite,
In the chaos of trauma, we strive for the light.
A stroke’s swift intervention, a seizure’s reprieve,
In this whirlwind of life, we battle and believe.
Behind computer screens, I scrutinize tests,
Searching for answers, to put minds at rest.
From EEGs to MRIs, the images unfurl,
Revealing the secrets of this cognitive world.
Yet in the midst of chaos, a bond’s sweet refrain,
With patients and families, through joy and through pain.
Their trust, a privilege, as I guide their way,
Through the labyrinth of neurons, come what may.
But life’s not all work, there’s laughter and tears,
In the camaraderie of colleagues, conquering fears.
Late-night rounds, sharing stories, and dreams,
In this busy existence, we’re a vibrant team.
My restless nights spent studying, books at my side,
Seeking knowledge and wisdom, in neurology’s tide.
For in this field, the learning never does cease,
A lifelong journey, in pursuit of inner peace.
So as a neurology resident, my days may be long,
But the beauty of the brain keeps me strong.
In this busy life, I lead, with the dawn of every day,
In the world of neurons, I find my purpose and my way.
Abhilash Thatikala is a resident (PGY-3, Neurology) at UAMS.