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Joslyn
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How should I prepare my self in highschool for working in the medical field ?
I'll be a sophomore in highschool in August
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Erickah Opoku
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Columbia
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Erickah’s Answer
Hey Joslyn,
I strongly recommend you start as soon as possible!! The great thing about the medical field is how vast it is. Therefore, you can find a personalized job pertaining to your interests. Begin researching to get an essence of what you would like to pursue. Also, participate in activities in and out of school based around the medical field. These include volunteering in a hospital, joining clubs or making a club educating on the medical field, doing internships, and shadowing a doctor. It provides you with invaluable practical experience. Although the medical field is demanding, the result is rewarding and fulfilling!! Best wishes!!
I strongly recommend you start as soon as possible!! The great thing about the medical field is how vast it is. Therefore, you can find a personalized job pertaining to your interests. Begin researching to get an essence of what you would like to pursue. Also, participate in activities in and out of school based around the medical field. These include volunteering in a hospital, joining clubs or making a club educating on the medical field, doing internships, and shadowing a doctor. It provides you with invaluable practical experience. Although the medical field is demanding, the result is rewarding and fulfilling!! Best wishes!!
Paul Goetzinger MPA
Academic and Career Consultant and Freelance Writer
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Seattle, Washington
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Paul’s Answer
Start taking courses in the natural sciences, including biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology and other relevant courses.
Also, check local hospitals and senior care facilities, to see if there are volunteer opportunities, where you can obtain more experience.
Also, check local hospitals and senior care facilities, to see if there are volunteer opportunities, where you can obtain more experience.
Christina Hamm
Physical Therapist
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Clovis, New Mexico
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Christina’s Answer
Hello,
I would suggest considering employment with a healthcare provider in an area that piques your interest. For instance, before enrolling in Physical Therapy school, I gained experience as a physical therapy technician and spent time shadowing Physical Therapists. Similarly, my sister, who is a nurse, had the opportunity to converse with various individuals in her field before she chose to pursue nursing school.
It's important to dedicate time and effort to your science courses and identify the ones that captivate your interest the most. This will aid in uncovering your true passion. In my case, I found exercise science, anatomy and physiology, and kinesiology particularly intriguing. These subjects played a significant role in guiding me towards my chosen field.
I would suggest considering employment with a healthcare provider in an area that piques your interest. For instance, before enrolling in Physical Therapy school, I gained experience as a physical therapy technician and spent time shadowing Physical Therapists. Similarly, my sister, who is a nurse, had the opportunity to converse with various individuals in her field before she chose to pursue nursing school.
It's important to dedicate time and effort to your science courses and identify the ones that captivate your interest the most. This will aid in uncovering your true passion. In my case, I found exercise science, anatomy and physiology, and kinesiology particularly intriguing. These subjects played a significant role in guiding me towards my chosen field.
Marshall Main
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Raleigh, North Carolina
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Marshall’s Answer
Joslyn-
Science classes will be your friend. Do as much as you can.
Also on your own time, you can read medical journals or watch videos online from conferences to keep up on what is happening in the industry. You may not understand everything yet, but you will hear terms and possibly get to know names of people that are leaders in their field. This can then lead you to further research on their studies or successes.
Science classes will be your friend. Do as much as you can.
Also on your own time, you can read medical journals or watch videos online from conferences to keep up on what is happening in the industry. You may not understand everything yet, but you will hear terms and possibly get to know names of people that are leaders in their field. This can then lead you to further research on their studies or successes.
Bo Kim
Health Administration
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Springfield, Missouri
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Bo’s Answer
Hi Joslyn,
I suggest volunteering at your local hospitals to get a feel for what part of medicine you'd like to pursue. You will get to learn the benefits, drawbacks and exciting opportunities that are available. These include clinical (i.e. doctor, nurse, radiology staff) or clerical/leadership (i.e. coding, revenue cycle, healthcare administrator).
Since you are located in KC, I suggest the University of Kansas or St. Luke's, as they are some of the top hospitals in Missouri. Best of luck!
I suggest volunteering at your local hospitals to get a feel for what part of medicine you'd like to pursue. You will get to learn the benefits, drawbacks and exciting opportunities that are available. These include clinical (i.e. doctor, nurse, radiology staff) or clerical/leadership (i.e. coding, revenue cycle, healthcare administrator).
Since you are located in KC, I suggest the University of Kansas or St. Luke's, as they are some of the top hospitals in Missouri. Best of luck!