Career questions tagged medicalschool


What is some general advice for those looking to apply to medical school post-grad ?
I am currently a freshman attending college and double majoring in Psychology and Biology. Post-grad, I plan on going to medical school and wanted to start prepping my resume early. The only issue is that I am a little lost when it comes to what they might want to see. Please let me know of any advice you might have. Thank you!

How do I find research opportunities as a pre-med student ?
I’m in my sophomore year as a pre-med and want to spend a summer doing research because I heard it increases chances of acceptance into medical school, but I’m not sure where to find them.

Is being an anesthesiologist hard?
#hospital-and-health-care #anesthesiologist #medicalfield #medicalschool

Master of surgery(general surgery) and MCh in Canada after MBBS from India
What are the steps I have to take for doing Master of Surgery in general surgery and then Master of Chirurgiae in neurosurgery from Canada after completing my MBBS from India? Where should I go? What is the application process and the steps for it? #masters-degree #medicalschool #neurosurgery

Master of surgery(general surgery) and MCh in U.S.A. after MBBS from India
What are the steps I have to take for doing Master of Surgery in general surgery and then Master of Chirurgiae in neurosurgery from U.S.A. after completing my MBBS from India? Where should I go? What is the application process and the steps for it? #masters-degree #medicalschool #neurosurgery

I am somewhat interested in STEM, but I don't really know what specifically I wanna do?
I am a bit interested in engineering, possibly heading down the medical route, cog sci, I'm not really sure #tech #women-in-stem #stem #tech #stemcareers #medical #cognitive-science #engineering #medicalschool

What are some job prospects for a Neuroscience major?
I'm entering college in the fall and planning to major in Neuroscience on a pre-med track. Just in case I don't pursue going to medical school, I was wondering if there are any job prospects for this major, like a back-up plan? In all honesty, I'm fearful that I might pursue the wrong major and end up with no job prospects after college UNLESS I go to medical school (which I'm not yet entirely sure if I really want to commit to another 10+ years of schooling). Any advice is appreciated, thank you! #medicine #college #major #premed #medicalschool #healthcare #neuroscience #college-major #medical #technology #stem

What is one thing about being a practicing physician that you wish you knew before applying to medical school?
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Regarding all of the sacrifices you've made, all of the school and training you've gone through, etc., would you say that it was all worth it?
#medicine #doctor #pediatrician #hospital-and-health-care #education #medicalschool #medschool

Biotechnology vs Biomedicine vs Bioinformatics
Hello everyone, i'am a non-traditional student and i'am transferring to a for year with an ultimate goal of applying to Medical school. However, I'am having a difficult time choosing a transfer major, at my home institution I've already completed a large majority of science courses from Mircobio to Physics. Since I've completed these courses, its only befitting for me to choose a major that will uptake my current credits. The majors of interest are biotechnology, biomedicine and bioinformatics. Now, although I've researched the hell out of these majors, i still don't know what a typical work day would look like for either profession or if it is a profitable and complementary pathway to my ultimate goals. Someone please help, if you are in any of these fields. Thank you in advance #college-major #biotechnology #bioinformatics #biomedicine #Premed #Medicalschool #college-major

How long does it take to become a pediatrician? How many years of residency are required?
#pediatrician #medicalschool #residency #nursing #medicine

What are some of the downsides of being a neurosurgeon?
#doctor #medicalschool #neurology #chemistry #surgery #neurosurgeon

In 2018, are women still underrepresented in the medical field?
I know that in the past women have been underrepresented in basically all STEM fields but it seems like more women are beginning to enter professions that are traditionally “male-dominated” such as medicine. So my question is: in 2018 do men still significantly outnumber women in medical schools in the United States? #womeninscience #medicine #medicalschool

If I am in debt in undergraduate school, am I going to have a hard time trying to continue to medical school?
#debt #medicalschool

Is any specific major increase the likelihood of getting into medical school?
#majors #college #medicalschool #science #medicine

I want to get into med school; which major for an undergrad will look better on my application... Biochemistry or Neuroscience?
#medicalschool #college #STEM #healthcareer

How early should you study for the MCAT?
School hasn't started for me yet so I'm currently an upcoming senior and I know I want to go to medical school, does it make sense to start studying this early? I've been studying some of the topics that the MCAT covers so should I even attempt to study from actual resources like practice books? #doctor #mcat #medicine #medicalschool #surgeon

Is the rigor of a student’s undergraduate university considered when applying to medical school?
For instance, if a student graduated from an Ivy League with a lower GPA than a student from a significantly easier state school, would the name of the school be factored in? Thanks! #premed #medicine #medicalschool

What extracurricular activities do medical school want to see on my application?
#college #medicalschool #premed #extracurriculars

What majors are accepted for Medical School?
When applying to Medical School, there is tons of majors one could have. For example, you could major in human anatomy, or biochemistry, or bio medicine. Which type of major best assures you with the knowledge needed for the MCAT? #schools #majors #college #classes #medicalschool

When should I start preparing for the MCAT?
#medicalschool #futureoncologist

How do medical schools differentiate between accepted and rejected students?
Students on the path for medicine tend to be driven and hardworking overall. Yet only a slim percentage of these individuals are seriously considered when it comes to post graduate medical studies. What's the difference between these students, and how narrow is the gap between them? #internships #medicine #medicalschool #career #collegemajor #college #jobs #career-choice #career-path

What is the difference between medical school and graduate school in terms of biochemistry?
I have been trying to find detailed information as to how both are different but most websites either give the superficial information or they only talk about how they are similar. I do not know what path to choose so I want to be able to know the difference between the two. I know medical school is expensive and mind-breaking but the degree has higher value and you get to be recognized. Thing is I don't want to be a doctor I want to be the one performing research and test trials. On the other hand, graduate school focuses on research and the price is durable but the value of the degree is less in a way? So like what is the difference...#medicalschool #graduateschool #biochemistry #research

How do I find good research opportunities?
I know that research is extremely important for me as someone who wants to go into medical school, and I want to make sure that I have done a substantial amount of research in my summer. How do I find good opportunities and how do I know what is "good research?" #medicalschool #research

I want to graduate from a 4 year university in 3 years, Is this possible?
I want to save money by attending community college in the summer and be able to enter medical school. #medschool #medicalschool #FutureDoctor #family-medicine

Should I become a pediatrician despite that I am not interested in science?
The main focus of the medical field is science, and although that is not my interest, I would love to become a pediatrician. Will this disinterest eventually make me regret studying to become a pediatrician? I love working with kids, and I can really imagine myself in this career. #medicine #working-with-kids #confused #majors #medicalschool #will-i-regret-doing-it

How to succeed in medical school
I am planning on attending medical school but have heard that it can be mentally and emotionally draining. What is the best advice for not only doing well academically but also being mentally healthy in medical school? #medicine #medicalschool #mentalhealth