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How do I become a neurosurgeon ?

I have always wanted to become either a cardio surgeon, neurosurgeon, cardiologist or neurologist since I was like 9 and have never changed. I'm almost in grade 11. I need a step to step of the process on the neurosurgery journey, thanks

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It is not clear if you plan to complete your education in Norway or in the USA. I cannot help you with medical education if you are not in the USA, but if you are, the path is clear, and it is much the same whether you wish to be a surgeon or an internist. First, you must go to college, where you can major in any field you wish so long as you take courses in chemistry, biology, and physics. Studying math through calculus is also helpful. It is also important that you develop good study habits, because there is much to learn, and you need to get good grades in order to gain admission to medical school. Medical school in the USA is another four years. The first two years are basically advanced science classes. The second two years are devoted to learning the clinical aspects of medicine; learning how to take medical histories, do physical examinations, and learning about medications and basic surgical procedures. During medical school, you will be able to decide on what specialty you really want to pursue, and you will be able to meet and get to know doctors who work in that specialty and can advise you on where you might go to do what is called a residency in that field. In your case, that would mean finding and applying to an appropriate training program. You might be able to continue at the facility where you are doing medical school, or you may need to apply and go to another facility. A residency in a surgical specialty is at least four years of further training, but may be as long as seven years or more if you want to pursue a more complex specialty. Another thing you need to consider that I am not able to advise you on is how you will be able to afford to pay for all this education.
Paul S. Treuhaft, MD, MA
Thank you comment icon I appreciate this, thank you for the advice. Sue
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