Blog | As Per Harry

Dec 12

How I Built a DIY Laparoscopic Trainer for Under $300

Learn how I built a DIY laparoscopic trainer for under $300 using a Tupperware container, a USB camera, and a bunch of random stuff

Dec 8

Reflecting on My First Year as a Doctor

Looking back at my first year as a doctor feels like watching a reflection of myself learning, growing, and figuring it all out.

Dec 5

Doctor’s Work Schedule: What a Month Looks Like

Curious about a doctor’s work schedule? Here’s a breakdown of a full month as a surgical registrar, including hours and shift types

Dec 1

3 Things I’d Do Differently as a Medical Student

Looking to make the most of med school? Here are three things I’d do differently to make life easier as a medical student—and set myself up

Nov 28

A Day in the Life: Weekend Cover Shift as a Surgical Resident

weekend cover shift as a surgical resident: chaos, quick calls, and infinite raisin toast. Here’s what really goes down.

Nov 24

A-Z Tax Deductions for Medical Professionals in Australia: Your Ultimate Guide

guide to tax deductions for healthcare workers (from the ATO). Save money where it counts. #Tax #Healthcare

Nov 21

How I Became a Doctor in Australia

From footy to scrubs 🩺—my journey to becoming a doctor was full of twists, hard work, and late-night study sessions. Worth it!

Nov 17

Navigating the Night Shift: Admissions, Task Prioritisation, and Code Greys

Night shifts in a hospital are all about prioritising tasks, quick decisions, teamwork, and finding small wins in the chaos. 🩺 #NightShift

Nov 14

What I’ve Learned After Two Years as a Doctor

Two years as a doctor—what a ride. From embracing the unexpected to juggling work, study, and finding mentors, here’s what I’ve learned. 🩺

Nov 10

How Much I Earn as a Second-Year Doctor

Here’s a breakdown of my second-year doctor payslip: base pay, holiday perks, overtime, and deductions. What junior doctors really earn! 💰

Nov 7

What I've Learned After 13 Years of Study: My Top Takeaways

After years of trial and error, I’ve learned studying isn’t one-size-fits-all. From flashcards to multitasking, here’s what really works. 🎓

Nov 3

Doctor’s Journey – GP Registrar (Episode 1: Nani)

Kicking off Doctor’s Journey, I sat down with Nani, a GP registrar, to talk med school, burnout, and finding her path in General Practice.

Oct 26

hi i'm harry: origins, purpose and intention

Sharing what life as a junior doctor in Australia is really like—from med school to hospital shifts and finding my path in surgery. 🩺

Oct 20

calling in sick, locum rates, and imposter syndrome

First Doctor’s Diary entry: calling in sick, negotiating locum rates, and battling imposter syndrome as a junior doc. Let’s get real. 🩺