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Mercedes
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Sedro-Woolley, Washington
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What made you choose your specialty?
Why did you choose your specialty? Were you simply drawn to it or was there something else to it?
How did you decide what school you went for what you desired and how many years did it take for you to complete it?
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Laura Castaing
Speech Language Pathologist
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Riverview, Florida
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Laura’s Answer
I am a Speech Language Pathologist (also referred to as Speech Therapist). I knew I wanted to do something that helped people in some way. So my first year of college I researched all the jobs that involved helping people heal, the income from those jobs, the job stability and then the Majors for those careers. I took Intro courses for the ones I was most drawn to and after my Intro course for Communication Disorders, I fell in love.
I was lucky enough that in FL, if you are able to score a certain level on the SAT, you could get most or all of your tuition paid for with a scholarship if you went to a state school. So I applied to all of the state schools and was accepted at Florida State. For my field, I had to get a Master’s degree. I went straight from my Bachelor’s to my Master’s, so 6 years total.
I was lucky enough that in FL, if you are able to score a certain level on the SAT, you could get most or all of your tuition paid for with a scholarship if you went to a state school. So I applied to all of the state schools and was accepted at Florida State. For my field, I had to get a Master’s degree. I went straight from my Bachelor’s to my Master’s, so 6 years total.
Malcolm Higgins
Purchase Agreement Underwriter
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Detroit, Michigan
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Malcolm’s Answer
Hello Mercedes!
To be fully transparent, I found my current role out of necessity. I went to college with aspirations of getting into TV and Radio thus I worked to obtain a degree in Broadcast Journalism. However I didn't finish school and thus my passion had to be put on pause once I left school to enter the work force. Thankfully my gift of gab and professionalism has landed me roles with Penske, GM, and now Rocket Mortgage, but I still have plans of getting into the media/entertainment industry.
I chose my passion for the entertainment industry due to my love of music and movies. I also was infatuated with the lifestyle lived by entertainers which were different than the standard 9-5 role. I also watched the show Entourage a lot while growing up and thought everyday life was like that for everyone working in the entertainment industry. I ended up choosing my school based upon finances as my HBCU gave me an academic scholarship that afforded me the best opportunity at an education, so I would recommend choosing the school that financially offers the best flexibility. Unless you're going to a school specializing in the field you're trying to pursue your career within, I believe you can choose any school given the landscape in the workforce today. Most employers are looking for hands on experience and skills within the given field rather than someone whom has plenty of knowledge but has never applied it before. I would focus on internships while also working on certifications, bootcamps or licenses to further enhance your skillsets and use those opportunities to locate a better pathway to achieving your goals.
To be fully transparent, I found my current role out of necessity. I went to college with aspirations of getting into TV and Radio thus I worked to obtain a degree in Broadcast Journalism. However I didn't finish school and thus my passion had to be put on pause once I left school to enter the work force. Thankfully my gift of gab and professionalism has landed me roles with Penske, GM, and now Rocket Mortgage, but I still have plans of getting into the media/entertainment industry.
I chose my passion for the entertainment industry due to my love of music and movies. I also was infatuated with the lifestyle lived by entertainers which were different than the standard 9-5 role. I also watched the show Entourage a lot while growing up and thought everyday life was like that for everyone working in the entertainment industry. I ended up choosing my school based upon finances as my HBCU gave me an academic scholarship that afforded me the best opportunity at an education, so I would recommend choosing the school that financially offers the best flexibility. Unless you're going to a school specializing in the field you're trying to pursue your career within, I believe you can choose any school given the landscape in the workforce today. Most employers are looking for hands on experience and skills within the given field rather than someone whom has plenty of knowledge but has never applied it before. I would focus on internships while also working on certifications, bootcamps or licenses to further enhance your skillsets and use those opportunities to locate a better pathway to achieving your goals.
Rebecca Tang
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question. Many students have similar question. Different colleges have strength on different subjects. The most important is to find out what careers you have interest. Then you can shortlist the colleges you can focus.
Below are my suggestions:
1. Think about what you have interest, eg your hobbies, favourite subjects, etc and identify the related careers
Eg if you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, engineer, banker, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc
If you like music, would you like to be a musician, singer, musical artist, music composer, music producer, etc
2. Find out more on these careers and determine what you have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counselor, your parents, etc
4. Shortlist 1-2 careers you would like to pursue. The relevant subjects are the major and minor you can focus
5. Explore the college review I .these subjects and find out the entry criteria
Hope this helps! Good luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Below are my suggestions:
1. Think about what you have interest, eg your hobbies, favourite subjects, etc and identify the related careers
Eg if you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, engineer, banker, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc
If you like music, would you like to be a musician, singer, musical artist, music composer, music producer, etc
2. Find out more on these careers and determine what you have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counselor, your parents, etc
4. Shortlist 1-2 careers you would like to pursue. The relevant subjects are the major and minor you can focus
5. Explore the college review I .these subjects and find out the entry criteria
Hope this helps! Good luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
James Constantine Frangos
Consultant Dietitian-Nutritionist & Software Developer since 1972 🡆 Optimization Of Human Performance: jim.frangos@gmail
6774
Answers
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Updated
James Constantine’s Answer
Good Day Mercedes!
MY TAKE ON YOUR QUESTION:-
My father wanted us to move to Sydney so he could set as up another liqueur factory.
There I did form 3 and 4 at Mosman High. There the kids were from rich families,
but their behavior was cruel and rough as guts. New South Wales students also had
less mathematical and scientific acumen, so I found that not much effort generated
academic awards for me in science. I had proved to my parents that I had academic
acumen, and had the potential to excel at science.
My parents had bought me telescopes as presents. Impressionable me then wanted to
be an astronomer. My obsessive-compulsive nature ensured that I often observed the
heavens with my telescopes. I formed a friendship with school associates with their
own telescopes. It was not long before I got to forming an astronomy club at the
tough school Mosman High.
After two years our family moved back to Queensland, because my father had finished
setting up the liqueur factory. My parents decided to enroll me at Saint Peter's
Lutheran College, because they had a Physics class. The future looked sewn up for me.
I had started building larger telescopes, which were quite expensive. I was restricted
with available funds, and had to grind the larger curved telescope mirrors by hand.
I used to visit a retired Dutch policeman who taught me how to grind big mirrors
accurate to one-millionth of an inch. Soon my uncle had a heart attack that killed
him at just 38 years of age. That surely made waves with me because I did not know
what to do! God has the power to intervene in lives, and God had taken Michael,
my uncle! What was I to expect? That dad would be next ... because uncle Michael
was his brother. They were both Greek, and had familial hypercholesterolemia,
leading to early deaths from heart attacks.
God did not stop there! In 1960 my uncle had worked with Professor Colin Masters, a
biochemist and a researcher at Queensland University. Colin turned up at our new
Brisbane university lecturing in biochemistry. I liked his style of teaching,
and left the STEM subjects for someone else. I majored under Professor Masters.
As I had expected, my dad died next. I had enough of early bereavement by that
time and I kept studying nutrition. Then I became a dietitian.
I was fortunate enough to get instructed in computer programming in 1972, grade 11
Physics class. In 1994, I was consulting patients at an outback hospital in Miles,
Queensland. A client got angry. Not at me, but at other dietitians who had given
her a one-day sample menu. Her situation had not changed because she still did not
know what to eat for most of the time!
I told the lady thank you for her feedback! It was then that I commenced writing
nutrition education software as a dietitian in the Australian outback. I would see
clients by day and program computers by night. I wrote DIET WIZARD and started using
the software in my nutritional practice. I would take the nutrition education software
which I had created the night before to work with me on the health department laptop.
The Australian Aboriginal clients really liked being given actual food menus, instead
of one-day sample menus which had left them in the dark! The computer printed food
shopping lists for the personalized food menus. The software was not just for obese
patients, but also diabetics, because it had carbohydrate-apportioned meals. I added
more to the software to cater for other different medical problems in clients. For
instance the software could scan the Australian nutrient database NUTTAB 95 for foods
low in a certain substance. For instance in Chinchilla I consulted a renal failure
patient who wanted a list of low phosphate foods to eat.
It was not long before the health department executives wanted a free copy of my software.
The Chinchilla Hospital nursing manager wanted a free copy. She got nothing! Not content
in sitting still I have started a YouTube Studio page with 1,400 movie shorts, mostly of
the Diet Wizard software in action.
https://www.youtube.com/user/yimi90125/videos
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE'S TAKE ON YOUR QUERY:-
Choosing a Specialty in Medicine
Choosing a specialty in medicine is a multifaceted decision that often involves personal interests, experiences, and practical considerations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the factors influencing this choice:
1. Personal Interest and Passion
Many medical professionals are drawn to their specialty due to a genuine interest in the field. This passion can stem from various sources:
Personal Experiences: Many doctors have had significant health experiences themselves or within their families that inspire them to pursue a particular area of medicine.
Exposure During Training: Medical school typically includes rotations in different specialties, allowing students to experience various fields firsthand. This exposure can ignite an interest in specific areas, such as surgery, pediatrics, or internal medicine.
2. Influence of Role Models
Mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping career paths:
Mentors and Professors: Students often find inspiration from professors or mentors who demonstrate enthusiasm and expertise in their specialty. Their guidance can help students envision themselves in similar roles.
Professional Networks: Engaging with professionals already practicing in the field can provide insights into the day-to-day realities of the specialty.
3. Lifestyle Considerations
The lifestyle associated with different specialties can significantly influence decision-making:
Work-Life Balance: Some specialties may offer more predictable hours or less on-call time than others (e.g., dermatology vs. emergency medicine).
Job Market and Demand: The demand for certain specialties can affect job security and opportunities post-training, which is an important consideration for many students.
4. Educational Pathway
Deciding on a medical school and completing training involves several steps:
Medical School Selection: Factors influencing this choice include location, reputation, curriculum structure (such as problem-based learning), and available resources (like research opportunities).
Duration of Training: After completing medical school (typically 4 years), graduates enter residency programs that vary in length depending on the specialty chosen. For example:
Family Medicine: 3 years
Internal Medicine: 3 years
Surgery: 5 years
Subspecialties may require additional fellowship training (1-3 years).
In total, it can take anywhere from 7 to over 10 years after undergraduate education to complete medical training depending on the chosen path.
5. Decision-Making Process
Ultimately, choosing a specialty is often a culmination of self-reflection and exploration:
Self-assessment: Evaluating personal strengths, weaknesses, values, and long-term goals helps clarify which specialty aligns best with one’s aspirations.
Consultation with Peers: Discussing options with fellow students or professionals can provide diverse perspectives that aid in making an informed decision.
In conclusion, choosing a specialty is not merely about attraction; it encompasses personal interests, mentorship influences, lifestyle considerations, educational pathways, and thorough self-assessment.
Probability the answer is correct: 95%
Top 3 Authoritative Sources Used in Answering this Question:
1. American Medical Association (AMA)
The AMA provides comprehensive resources regarding medical education pathways and insights into various specialties within medicine.
2. Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
AAMC offers data-driven insights into medical school admissions processes and trends related to specialty choices among graduates.
3. National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
NRMP publishes reports on residency match statistics which reflect trends in specialty choices among new physicians entering practice each year.
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|=========================God Bless You, Richly!===========================|
|===========================James Constantine===========================|
|==================THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK DIETITIAN===================|
|===============Programming For Your Nutrition Education=====================|
|==========================~ Since 1972!================================|
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MY TAKE ON YOUR QUESTION:-
My father wanted us to move to Sydney so he could set as up another liqueur factory.
There I did form 3 and 4 at Mosman High. There the kids were from rich families,
but their behavior was cruel and rough as guts. New South Wales students also had
less mathematical and scientific acumen, so I found that not much effort generated
academic awards for me in science. I had proved to my parents that I had academic
acumen, and had the potential to excel at science.
My parents had bought me telescopes as presents. Impressionable me then wanted to
be an astronomer. My obsessive-compulsive nature ensured that I often observed the
heavens with my telescopes. I formed a friendship with school associates with their
own telescopes. It was not long before I got to forming an astronomy club at the
tough school Mosman High.
After two years our family moved back to Queensland, because my father had finished
setting up the liqueur factory. My parents decided to enroll me at Saint Peter's
Lutheran College, because they had a Physics class. The future looked sewn up for me.
I had started building larger telescopes, which were quite expensive. I was restricted
with available funds, and had to grind the larger curved telescope mirrors by hand.
I used to visit a retired Dutch policeman who taught me how to grind big mirrors
accurate to one-millionth of an inch. Soon my uncle had a heart attack that killed
him at just 38 years of age. That surely made waves with me because I did not know
what to do! God has the power to intervene in lives, and God had taken Michael,
my uncle! What was I to expect? That dad would be next ... because uncle Michael
was his brother. They were both Greek, and had familial hypercholesterolemia,
leading to early deaths from heart attacks.
God did not stop there! In 1960 my uncle had worked with Professor Colin Masters, a
biochemist and a researcher at Queensland University. Colin turned up at our new
Brisbane university lecturing in biochemistry. I liked his style of teaching,
and left the STEM subjects for someone else. I majored under Professor Masters.
As I had expected, my dad died next. I had enough of early bereavement by that
time and I kept studying nutrition. Then I became a dietitian.
I was fortunate enough to get instructed in computer programming in 1972, grade 11
Physics class. In 1994, I was consulting patients at an outback hospital in Miles,
Queensland. A client got angry. Not at me, but at other dietitians who had given
her a one-day sample menu. Her situation had not changed because she still did not
know what to eat for most of the time!
I told the lady thank you for her feedback! It was then that I commenced writing
nutrition education software as a dietitian in the Australian outback. I would see
clients by day and program computers by night. I wrote DIET WIZARD and started using
the software in my nutritional practice. I would take the nutrition education software
which I had created the night before to work with me on the health department laptop.
The Australian Aboriginal clients really liked being given actual food menus, instead
of one-day sample menus which had left them in the dark! The computer printed food
shopping lists for the personalized food menus. The software was not just for obese
patients, but also diabetics, because it had carbohydrate-apportioned meals. I added
more to the software to cater for other different medical problems in clients. For
instance the software could scan the Australian nutrient database NUTTAB 95 for foods
low in a certain substance. For instance in Chinchilla I consulted a renal failure
patient who wanted a list of low phosphate foods to eat.
It was not long before the health department executives wanted a free copy of my software.
The Chinchilla Hospital nursing manager wanted a free copy. She got nothing! Not content
in sitting still I have started a YouTube Studio page with 1,400 movie shorts, mostly of
the Diet Wizard software in action.
https://www.youtube.com/user/yimi90125/videos
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE'S TAKE ON YOUR QUERY:-
Choosing a Specialty in Medicine
Choosing a specialty in medicine is a multifaceted decision that often involves personal interests, experiences, and practical considerations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the factors influencing this choice:
1. Personal Interest and Passion
Many medical professionals are drawn to their specialty due to a genuine interest in the field. This passion can stem from various sources:
Personal Experiences: Many doctors have had significant health experiences themselves or within their families that inspire them to pursue a particular area of medicine.
Exposure During Training: Medical school typically includes rotations in different specialties, allowing students to experience various fields firsthand. This exposure can ignite an interest in specific areas, such as surgery, pediatrics, or internal medicine.
2. Influence of Role Models
Mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping career paths:
Mentors and Professors: Students often find inspiration from professors or mentors who demonstrate enthusiasm and expertise in their specialty. Their guidance can help students envision themselves in similar roles.
Professional Networks: Engaging with professionals already practicing in the field can provide insights into the day-to-day realities of the specialty.
3. Lifestyle Considerations
The lifestyle associated with different specialties can significantly influence decision-making:
Work-Life Balance: Some specialties may offer more predictable hours or less on-call time than others (e.g., dermatology vs. emergency medicine).
Job Market and Demand: The demand for certain specialties can affect job security and opportunities post-training, which is an important consideration for many students.
4. Educational Pathway
Deciding on a medical school and completing training involves several steps:
Medical School Selection: Factors influencing this choice include location, reputation, curriculum structure (such as problem-based learning), and available resources (like research opportunities).
Duration of Training: After completing medical school (typically 4 years), graduates enter residency programs that vary in length depending on the specialty chosen. For example:
Family Medicine: 3 years
Internal Medicine: 3 years
Surgery: 5 years
Subspecialties may require additional fellowship training (1-3 years).
In total, it can take anywhere from 7 to over 10 years after undergraduate education to complete medical training depending on the chosen path.
5. Decision-Making Process
Ultimately, choosing a specialty is often a culmination of self-reflection and exploration:
Self-assessment: Evaluating personal strengths, weaknesses, values, and long-term goals helps clarify which specialty aligns best with one’s aspirations.
Consultation with Peers: Discussing options with fellow students or professionals can provide diverse perspectives that aid in making an informed decision.
In conclusion, choosing a specialty is not merely about attraction; it encompasses personal interests, mentorship influences, lifestyle considerations, educational pathways, and thorough self-assessment.
Probability the answer is correct: 95%
Top 3 Authoritative Sources Used in Answering this Question:
1. American Medical Association (AMA)
The AMA provides comprehensive resources regarding medical education pathways and insights into various specialties within medicine.
2. Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
AAMC offers data-driven insights into medical school admissions processes and trends related to specialty choices among graduates.
3. National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
NRMP publishes reports on residency match statistics which reflect trends in specialty choices among new physicians entering practice each year.
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|=========================God Bless You, Richly!===========================|
|===========================James Constantine===========================|
|==================THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK DIETITIAN===================|
|===============Programming For Your Nutrition Education=====================|
|==========================~ Since 1972!================================|
✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯
James Constantine Frangos
Consultant Dietitian-Nutritionist & Software Developer since 1972 🡆 Optimization Of Human Performance: jim.frangos@gmail
6774
Answers
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Updated
James Constantine’s Answer
Good Day Mercedes!
Choosing a Specialty in Medicine
Choosing a specialty in medicine is a multifaceted decision that often involves personal interests, experiences, and practical considerations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the factors influencing this choice:
1. Personal Interest and Passion
Many medical professionals are drawn to their specialty due to a genuine interest in the field. This passion can stem from various sources:
Personal Experiences: Many doctors have had significant health experiences themselves or within their families that inspire them to pursue a particular area of medicine.
Exposure During Training: Medical school typically includes rotations in different specialties, allowing students to experience various fields firsthand. This exposure can ignite an interest in specific areas, such as surgery, pediatrics, or internal medicine.
2. Influence of Role Models
Mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping career paths:
Mentors and Professors: Students often find inspiration from professors or mentors who demonstrate enthusiasm and expertise in their specialty. Their guidance can help students envision themselves in similar roles.
Professional Networks: Engaging with professionals already practicing in the field can provide insights into the day-to-day realities of the specialty.
3. Lifestyle Considerations
The lifestyle associated with different specialties can significantly influence decision-making:
Work-Life Balance: Some specialties may offer more predictable hours or less on-call time than others (e.g., dermatology vs. emergency medicine).
Job Market and Demand: The demand for certain specialties can affect job security and opportunities post-training, which is an important consideration for many students.
4. Educational Pathway
Deciding on a medical school and completing training involves several steps:
Medical School Selection: Factors influencing this choice include location, reputation, curriculum structure (such as problem-based learning), and available resources (like research opportunities).
Duration of Training: After completing medical school (typically 4 years), graduates enter residency programs that vary in length depending on the specialty chosen. For example:
Family Medicine: 3 years
Internal Medicine: 3 years
Surgery: 5 years
Subspecialties may require additional fellowship training (1-3 years).
In total, it can take anywhere from 7 to over 10 years after undergraduate education to complete medical training depending on the chosen path.
5. Decision-Making Process
Ultimately, choosing a specialty is often a culmination of self-reflection and exploration:
Self-assessment: Evaluating personal strengths, weaknesses, values, and long-term goals helps clarify which specialty aligns best with one’s aspirations.
Consultation with Peers: Discussing options with fellow students or professionals can provide diverse perspectives that aid in making an informed decision.
In conclusion, choosing a specialty is not merely about attraction; it encompasses personal interests, mentorship influences, lifestyle considerations, educational pathways, and thorough self-assessment.
Probability the answer is correct: 95%
Top 3 Authoritative Sources Used in Answering this Question:
1. American Medical Association (AMA)
The AMA provides comprehensive resources regarding medical education pathways and insights into various specialties within medicine.
2. Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
AAMC offers data-driven insights into medical school admissions processes and trends related to specialty choices among graduates.
3. National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
NRMP publishes reports on residency match statistics which reflect trends in specialty choices among new physicians entering practice each year.
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|=========================God Bless You, Richly!===========================|
|===========================James Constantine===========================|
|==================THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK DIETITIAN===================|
|===============Programming For Your Nutrition Education=====================|
|==========================~ Since 1972!================================|
✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯
Choosing a Specialty in Medicine
Choosing a specialty in medicine is a multifaceted decision that often involves personal interests, experiences, and practical considerations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the factors influencing this choice:
1. Personal Interest and Passion
Many medical professionals are drawn to their specialty due to a genuine interest in the field. This passion can stem from various sources:
Personal Experiences: Many doctors have had significant health experiences themselves or within their families that inspire them to pursue a particular area of medicine.
Exposure During Training: Medical school typically includes rotations in different specialties, allowing students to experience various fields firsthand. This exposure can ignite an interest in specific areas, such as surgery, pediatrics, or internal medicine.
2. Influence of Role Models
Mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping career paths:
Mentors and Professors: Students often find inspiration from professors or mentors who demonstrate enthusiasm and expertise in their specialty. Their guidance can help students envision themselves in similar roles.
Professional Networks: Engaging with professionals already practicing in the field can provide insights into the day-to-day realities of the specialty.
3. Lifestyle Considerations
The lifestyle associated with different specialties can significantly influence decision-making:
Work-Life Balance: Some specialties may offer more predictable hours or less on-call time than others (e.g., dermatology vs. emergency medicine).
Job Market and Demand: The demand for certain specialties can affect job security and opportunities post-training, which is an important consideration for many students.
4. Educational Pathway
Deciding on a medical school and completing training involves several steps:
Medical School Selection: Factors influencing this choice include location, reputation, curriculum structure (such as problem-based learning), and available resources (like research opportunities).
Duration of Training: After completing medical school (typically 4 years), graduates enter residency programs that vary in length depending on the specialty chosen. For example:
Family Medicine: 3 years
Internal Medicine: 3 years
Surgery: 5 years
Subspecialties may require additional fellowship training (1-3 years).
In total, it can take anywhere from 7 to over 10 years after undergraduate education to complete medical training depending on the chosen path.
5. Decision-Making Process
Ultimately, choosing a specialty is often a culmination of self-reflection and exploration:
Self-assessment: Evaluating personal strengths, weaknesses, values, and long-term goals helps clarify which specialty aligns best with one’s aspirations.
Consultation with Peers: Discussing options with fellow students or professionals can provide diverse perspectives that aid in making an informed decision.
In conclusion, choosing a specialty is not merely about attraction; it encompasses personal interests, mentorship influences, lifestyle considerations, educational pathways, and thorough self-assessment.
Probability the answer is correct: 95%
Top 3 Authoritative Sources Used in Answering this Question:
1. American Medical Association (AMA)
The AMA provides comprehensive resources regarding medical education pathways and insights into various specialties within medicine.
2. Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
AAMC offers data-driven insights into medical school admissions processes and trends related to specialty choices among graduates.
3. National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
NRMP publishes reports on residency match statistics which reflect trends in specialty choices among new physicians entering practice each year.
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|=========================God Bless You, Richly!===========================|
|===========================James Constantine===========================|
|==================THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK DIETITIAN===================|
|===============Programming For Your Nutrition Education=====================|
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Godfrey Magawe
Clinical officer nephrology
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Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
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Godfrey’s Answer
Having worked as a general PA for more than 10 years,I saw the need in non communicable diseases specialization more so as a renal specialist due to the many patients who need renal care which has few specialists so a to bridge the gap within the medical field.