Back from a mini-blog hiatus after a busy few months on the inpatient side of my hospital's comprehensive acute rehabilitation unit. I'm here to share a trick I learned to keep up with the fast-paced life of a resident physician. Working a mix of 12 and 28-hour shifts can be exhausting not just mentally but also physically. Luckily, we have an on-call room to catch some shut-eye during downtime. In addition, we have a fun furry co-worker who helps keep us sane when Epic (our electronic medical record) refuses to cooperate.

Meet our therapy dog - he brings a pawesome attitude wherever he goes!

That being said, since I am often on the go, I need something quick to keep me full throughout the day. Between rounding, doing discharges, preparing admissions, writing progress notes, answering pages, and addressing patient needs, it's a challenge to find time to eat. Instead of grabbing a crinkly-wrapped granola bar filled with added sugar and processed grains, I found a meal that would keep my energy up and prevent those "hangry" attacks.



Omelets were my first thought because they are my go-to weekend breakfast. Packed with protein and curated to feed whatever I'm craving for the morning, they're the perfect blend of wholesome and delicious. While they keep me full, I could not ignore the time it took to make them just right. I knew there were lots of quick tips for microwaveable meals and a simple Google search led me to the One Minute Omelette.




I soon became "avidinly" addicted (hehe that's a silly medical pun).  This simple recipe is nutritious, inexpensive, and fast. You can add or subtract whatever ingredients you wish. I think Antoni Porowski would definitely approve.



One Minute Omelette

Ingredients:

• 1-2 chives
• 1 to 2 eggs (microwave for one minute per egg)
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 slice of ham or turkey
• 1/4 tomato
• Salt/pepper
• Sriracha (optional)
• Oil (to grease the mug)