I write this article during my final afternoon in the house where I’ve spent much of my early 20s. Earlier, I had visited The BMJ offices in London and said goodbye to some of the friends and colleagues who have made this job so special. For many of my friends from medical school, today was their last day at university. Some of the BMJ Student team are, literally, tomorrow’s doctors.My gap year seems to be making my medical school experience last forever, however, I’ve learnt that this is a fleeting period. Three years ago, I sat in the same empty attic bedroom that I now write in, a lonely and directionless 20 year old. This evening, I will leave the same room having gained some marvellous memories, proud of what I have accomplished, and excited for what lies ahead. It has taken five years, including this one at The BMJ,…
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