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What activities should I engage in to so I can learn more about medicine?
I am still in 8th grade but I want to start studying about anything I can about medicine at the moment
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Madison’s Answer
Shadowing, finding local doctors or emailing your hospitals, volunteering at the hospital/nursing homes/cancer centers, become a scribe
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Shafeen’s Answer
There are already some excellent suggestions here, but it would be beneficial to connect with someone in the medical profession who can answer your queries. Consider shadowing them to gain firsthand experience. It would be ideal to find people who work in a clinic, a hospital, or performs surgeries, as this can expose you to a broad spectrum of potential career paths.
Remember, becoming a doctor is not the only way to contribute to the medical field. It's important to be aware that medical school and residency can lead to significant debt and many years (at least seven after college) of not earning to your full potential.
There are other rewarding roles in the medical and healthcare sector to consider, such as Physician Assistant (PA), Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Psychologists, and Mental Health Counsellors.
Don't overlook the role of Social Workers, who are a crucial part of the healthcare team, providing assistance to those with limited resources. So, make sure to thoroughly explore all your options.
Remember, becoming a doctor is not the only way to contribute to the medical field. It's important to be aware that medical school and residency can lead to significant debt and many years (at least seven after college) of not earning to your full potential.
There are other rewarding roles in the medical and healthcare sector to consider, such as Physician Assistant (PA), Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Psychologists, and Mental Health Counsellors.
Don't overlook the role of Social Workers, who are a crucial part of the healthcare team, providing assistance to those with limited resources. So, make sure to thoroughly explore all your options.
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Mohamed !
It's never too early to start a good knowledge base for the field of work you want to go into !
For the rest of your time in high school, take many courses in the sciences: chemistry, biology and anatomy, especially. Take these courses every year until you graduate. Also, while in high school join any clubs or groups that have to do with health or human sciences and stick with it until you graduate. Colleges like to see that a student had a few years affiliated with an organization, club or group.
Highland Hospital where you live may have some opportunities for volunteer work or internships, but visit them and ask about the age requirements. Sometimes internships are offered to students in the summer. They can provide exact information to you. Being around a hospital can also help you figure out exactly which area of Medicine you'd like to go into. Try to familiarize yourself by reading books and websites and learn about the history of medicine as well as updated information about the latest developments in health care.
Another activity you can do is look for medical videos on line. Watching some can give you an idea about various illnesses, careers, techniques, etc.
Another exciting thing you could do that will be very beneficial to you would be to contact the Youth Employment Partnership where you live. They assist young people aged 14 to 24 with education and employment. You can complete a Youth After School Employment Program on their website for which I have left the link below.
So, you see, there are many things you could engage in now. Continue to ask questions and advice, also. I wish you all the best in your journey !
https://www.yep.org/ YOUTH EMPLOYEMNT PARTNERSHIP
https://www.yep.org/how-you-join/after-school-jobs-application/ YEP APPLICATION
It's never too early to start a good knowledge base for the field of work you want to go into !
For the rest of your time in high school, take many courses in the sciences: chemistry, biology and anatomy, especially. Take these courses every year until you graduate. Also, while in high school join any clubs or groups that have to do with health or human sciences and stick with it until you graduate. Colleges like to see that a student had a few years affiliated with an organization, club or group.
Highland Hospital where you live may have some opportunities for volunteer work or internships, but visit them and ask about the age requirements. Sometimes internships are offered to students in the summer. They can provide exact information to you. Being around a hospital can also help you figure out exactly which area of Medicine you'd like to go into. Try to familiarize yourself by reading books and websites and learn about the history of medicine as well as updated information about the latest developments in health care.
Another activity you can do is look for medical videos on line. Watching some can give you an idea about various illnesses, careers, techniques, etc.
Another exciting thing you could do that will be very beneficial to you would be to contact the Youth Employment Partnership where you live. They assist young people aged 14 to 24 with education and employment. You can complete a Youth After School Employment Program on their website for which I have left the link below.
So, you see, there are many things you could engage in now. Continue to ask questions and advice, also. I wish you all the best in your journey !
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Kenni’s Answer
Hello!
You already received a great answer but I’d love to add one more thing. Learn latin! It’s easy and so helpful when test taking in the sciences. I start learning latin at 12 years old and stayed fresh until college. So many of my correct answers on tests were a direct result of my language skills.
You already received a great answer but I’d love to add one more thing. Learn latin! It’s easy and so helpful when test taking in the sciences. I start learning latin at 12 years old and stayed fresh until college. So many of my correct answers on tests were a direct result of my language skills.