July 1 marked a monumental day for all first-year residents, also known as interns, across the country. All freshly minted medical graduates began the rite of passage of what purports to be the most challenging year in medical training. No longer medical students, interns suddenly must take up the mantle of responsibility and make real-life medical decisions. This transitional time is riddled with anxiety and stress. Two years ago, two interns working at reputable hospitals in New York commit...
