Career questions tagged hospital
Are there any certifications, programs, or experiences you recommend for an aspiring nurse/doctor?
I want to go to college to get my BSN, then apply for med-school. I just want to know some good qualifications that would help with my future endeavors.
Midland
Does the value of saving lives outweigh the emotional burden of losing patients on a daily basis?
I am a high school senior currently enrolled to be a freshman at Boston College this fall. I interned at a hospital this summer, and saw the tragedies of the healthcare field. I am still interested in becoming a surgeon, but realize the emotional and physical toll it can have and wanted advice from someone in the field.
Miami
How does one get used to the hospital ER environment?
I am a Pre-Radiography student, intending to apply for my college's Radiography program later this year. I do plan on doing a hospital tour before applying, but those I've talked to have said that you "just get used" the the various things that happen in an ER environment. I know that not everyone is capable of handling the fast pace and intensity of an ER environment, so I would like to know how someone can know that they can before investing fully in a program that includes being in a hospital and ER environment as part of clinicals. Thank you!
Merrillville
Does your workplace offer enough support for mental health and well-being, cardiologists?
Please tell me how and share a personal story if possible.
CardiffWhat would help you have a better balance between work and personal life as a cardiologist ?
e.g more staff, less paperwork etc. please explain in detail. thank you :)
CardiffWhat stops you from using new medical technology more as a cardiologist ?
you can talk about cost, Training time, and others please specify and write your answer in detail, i need it ASAP for my project - thank you so much for you time <3
CardiffWhat has been the biggest challenge in growing your career in cardiology ?
Open-ended response please explain your journey in detail. i want to use the answers as a survey for my project. thank you :)
CardiffDo you feel you were properly trained for all parts of your job as a cardiologist ?
please explain how did you realise that and if not then how did you overcome the gaps?
CardiffHave you ever struggled to give the best care due to a lack of resources as a cardiologist If yes, what happened??
Please tell me in detail, and what you did to overcome it?
CardiffWhat motivated you to pursue a career in cardiology?
I am looking for a current cardiologist background, their motivation and passion for this career. I need a simple answer. Thank you :)
CardiffWhat made you guys choose the career you chose? What motivated you to continue to strive towards that goal and why do you still do it to this day?
I'm currently 17 and I will be heading into the neuromuscular system field(Neuroscience) to pursue my life long dream job of being a neurosurgeon so I can save lives.
San Josewhen working in the health sicence field what are the most positive aspects?
I know there is a lot of them I just want to know a little bit more
HopewellWhat does the work environment look like when working as a social worker in a hospital or school.?
I want to work with children so I am deciding if I want to be a social worker for a hospital or school. But I also wonder how a day to day would look like. I have talked with the few social workers I know but most of them work for the state rather then the field I want to go to though it might be the same I still want to know in what ways its different and what could be similar with work load, hours and more.
San Fernando
how to be successful in the medical field?
how to be successful in the medical field?
United States
Would it be possible for me to keep a full time job while studying for my radiology program?
I never thought myself to smart enough for a health care, my program only accepts 20 people every year but this is something I've always wanted to do.
United States
What can I do to pursue a career in the field of medicine?
What can I do to pursue a career in the field of medicine? I've been thinking deeply about what I'd like to do after highschool. Maybe becoming a general surgeon, but I'm completely lost on where to start, people have been telling me all different things. Can someone give me some advice? What universities / colleges should I go to?
United StatesHow do I know what I want to be because I am currently so confused.?
I want to be something in the medical field, but I don't know what exactly it is. I want to be want to be a surgeon, but then I am not sure about the years it takes, and if it is worth it, but I also wanted to be a dermatologist but looking at those years I feel like I can just become a surgeon because they require the same amount of years and I also don't know if that's worth it. Lastly, I was thinking of becoming a nurse, but I'm not sure because I'm split between all of it and I'm so confused.
Brampton
For those who have done apprenticeships for nursing certifications, was it worth it and what was the experience like?
I've seen a few hospitals and clinics offering apprenticeships for nursing certifications, and I was curious as to what that may look like and if you feel as if it was worth it. What are the positives and negatives of an apprenticeship? What did your day to day life look like as an apprentice? Any additional insights would be appreciated, thank you.
Sacramento
Which career is better Occupational therapist or Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada ?
I am studying Human Health Science (3rd year) which we learn more of anatomy and physiology also chemistry and biology. I am an introverted person however, I am a good team member and I like to interact with people but not for too long. And I want to have a chance to work part time or a flexible schedule. Also, I want to earn at least 70k annualy before tax because I will spend 2-3 more years studying to have a real job. Please let me know the pros and cons of these careers for Canada. Thank you 🙏
Toronto
Advice for which medical job to get?
There's a variety of jobs in the medical field. However, I can't find the best fit for me. I would like something with good pay and good experience in working that field. Specifically, i would want recommendation's.
Rock Hill
How would you describe work in a hospital?
I'm interested in nursing, but locations near me require students to be 18 in order to intern, so I don't know have very much experience in the environment. Any advice would be really appreciated!
Great Barrington
What field of pharmacy is suitable for me? I am an enrolled midwife but I want to change career to pharmacy.
I am currently a midwife with a certificate as qualification. I am working with a hospital here in Uganda as a midwife. Currently I developed interest in pharmacy career and I want to change careers. I need career guidance please which field of pharmacy can I fit in
Kampala
Work-life balance?
As a psychiatrist or any doctor what is your day to day schedule and how do you balance life in and out of the hospital.
Houston
What are some extracurriculars I could do that is stem/medicine based?
I’ve had a lot of ideas on what Extracurriculars I want to do but they just seem too much for me to accomplish as a 16 year old. Some ideas I had was formulating an eco friendly sunscreen using chemistry principals but I would assume you need to have a degree in chemistry. Another idea was creating a skin cancer detecting app, or starting a program by going around to different schools, and/or community centers providing information on skin cancer and hosting events with the help of volunteers from my school. Honestly this all just seems really complicated for me to do especially without a mentor. I plan to start volunteering at a kidney center next month and get a part time job on the weekends. At the moment I am applying to stem/medicine based internships. I need some advice. I am 16 and in 10th grade. I plan to major in chemistry and I aspire to be a dermatologist.
SeattleHow to start a mobile clinic for skin cancer screening for low income communities?
I have an idea in mind but not sure how to start. Like how do I gather a team of volunteers, partner with local clinics, gather funding, etc?
Seattle
What is daily life like for most Dermatologists in general?
On average, how many patients do you see everyday and how many hours do you work every week? Do you have more of a flexible schedule or not?
Elk River
What personality do I need to become a kids doctor?
What skills do I also need to have to become a kids doctor?
Des Plaines
Are doctors really earning less?
It's been a good while since I asked my last question. I am now almost done with my A levels and will hopefully be in medical school for my MBBS degree next year. While I am not pursuing medicine for the pay, but rather because it is a true passion of mine and something I would be delighted to do for the rest of my life, I've always considered the high wage as somewhat of compensation for all the sacrifices doctors make. Weekends and youth spent studying instead of partying, and adulthood spent in incredibly stressful situations, literally holding the life of others in our palms, the extra cash seemed deserved. But recently I am hearing of doctors in the West being overworked and underpaid, and the NHS crumbling as patient management is outsourced to clerks with insufficient medical training. If there is anyone who works as a professional doctor or surgeon in a hospital, please do feel free to share your experience in your workplace- whether to confirm or dispel the rumour. It would be of major help to a med student just starting out. Of course, I feel obliged to say that even if I would be getting paid lower, I won't change my mind. I feel that servicing others through medicine is the best thing I can do with my life, and I would be glad to. Thank you!
Doha