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What path do I need to take, which is as short as possible to become a neurosurgeon, currently I'm doing a bachelor's degree in Biomedical engineering ?

I'm a level three biomedical engineering student at the University of Zimbabwe

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Hello Clive,

I must start by saying that if you are thinking in terms of "as short as possible", this would not be conducive to becoming a Neurosurgeon, given the long time, intensive training, and dedication that one must be mentally prepared for every day for years.

You are already in college so I will defer discussion of pre-medical education.

In the United States one has to spend 4 years in medical school to become an MD.

Then, if you choose Neurosurgery as your medical specialty, Neurosurgery residency [training] is .......... 7 years. And this entails many many more hours of work per week, including frequent all night call, than a Monday through Friday 9-5 endeavor.

I will also defer discussion of board certification.

It must be similar in your country.

I hope this helps.

Perry
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