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How to become a brain surgeon?
I am a 10th grade student with weighted average 100.24
I play football, and participate in several other school activities including Student Government.
I'd like to pursue a career in the medical field with concentration on neuroscience and surgery.
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Moadh’s Answer
There are a few ways to become a brain surgeon. The one I know of and is the most common way is to first get into college and obtain a Bachelor degree ( in biology is preferred since brain surgeon is considered biology science). Try to get A's and B's in college so that you'll have a good GPA. (If you have not completed high school talk to your counselor to help get you ready for college)
Thus after your Bachelor degree which typically takes 4 years, then you'll apply to medical schools and this is where your GPA will help. Apply to medical schools in the US which are preferred but you also have Caribbean medical schools too, and you'll obtain your medical school degree there which takes another 4 years on average
Once you're done with both bachelor and medical school degree, you then apply for residency positions for brain surgeon, and basically start working as a resident Doctor. Finally you're done with residency you are free to practice medicine where ever you wish.
Thus after your Bachelor degree which typically takes 4 years, then you'll apply to medical schools and this is where your GPA will help. Apply to medical schools in the US which are preferred but you also have Caribbean medical schools too, and you'll obtain your medical school degree there which takes another 4 years on average
Once you're done with both bachelor and medical school degree, you then apply for residency positions for brain surgeon, and basically start working as a resident Doctor. Finally you're done with residency you are free to practice medicine where ever you wish.
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Suzanne’s Answer
Mert, these are great questions and it’s not too soon to begin to plan for a future in medicine. Be sure your guidance counselor knows that this is your plan so that your high school classes are preparing you for college. For example if you have the possibility of taking AP Biology as a senior, that would be great, You also want to take chemistry and college prep level math. Basically you are preparing yourself for a college where you will take and do well in the premed requirements.
Once you are in college be sure to check in with the premed advisor and the premed club on campus. You can major in anything that interests you AS LONG AS YOU TAKE AND DO WELL IN ALL THE PREMED CLASSES which medical schools require for admission. Some colleges offer neuroscience as a major but this is not required. Toward the end of college you will take the MCAT which is the admission exam for medical school.
Following medical school which typically takes four years you will be a doctor. Then if you are still interested in neurosurgery you will apply for a residency in this field which takes several more years. You start in general surgery and then specialize in neurosurgery. It’s a big commitment and a long haul but for those motivated and willing to work hard, a wonderful career where you can offer hope for those seriously ill or injured patients who need your help.
Make an appointment or email with your guidance counselor now to be sure your high school is aware of your goals.
If it is available in your area, see if you can take local community college classes while still in high school.
Once you are vaccinated for COVID see if you can work or volunteer in a health care setting.
Feel free to write back if you have more questions or want to update us on your progress.
Once you are in college be sure to check in with the premed advisor and the premed club on campus. You can major in anything that interests you AS LONG AS YOU TAKE AND DO WELL IN ALL THE PREMED CLASSES which medical schools require for admission. Some colleges offer neuroscience as a major but this is not required. Toward the end of college you will take the MCAT which is the admission exam for medical school.
Following medical school which typically takes four years you will be a doctor. Then if you are still interested in neurosurgery you will apply for a residency in this field which takes several more years. You start in general surgery and then specialize in neurosurgery. It’s a big commitment and a long haul but for those motivated and willing to work hard, a wonderful career where you can offer hope for those seriously ill or injured patients who need your help.
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Thank you so much Suzanne.
I will definitely follow up on your recommendations.
Mert E.
Mert