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My science class is having us explore careers for an assignment. Do doctors actually use science like biology and chemistry and physics, or do you learn what you need to know in medical school?

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Sofia’s Answer

Following to Richard's and Rachel's reply, I would like to add that many medical doctors are also conducting (basic and/or applied) scientific research, and have their own labs. In that case, not only will you need solid chemistry, biology, and physics knowledge but you will use those on a daily basis to design experiments and for the biological interpretation of the results.
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Richard’s Answer

Biology and chemistry are the foundations for what you learn in medical school classes like biochemistry. Without them it would be difficult or impossible to complete the first year of medical school. However, I don't use that information during my daily practice. In fact I don't use much medical school knowledge daily either. Residency ( the 3-6 years after medical school) is the time when I learned how to be a practicing physician.
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Rachel’s Answer

Bio, chem, and physics were all part of the pre-med requirements and were useful in passing biochemistry in medical school. As a surgeon, I do not habitually use any of the chemistry or physics information that i learned.
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Husseina’s Answer

Hello Robert,

Those three subject mentioned in your question are just basic science courses. They provided extremely valuable preparation for medical school, not as much for the knowledge contained therein, but rather more for the mental discipline required.


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