Career questions tagged medicine
How do I become a medical researcher/scientist?
Hello, I’m currently a sophmore in high school who’s mentally suffering from searching about medical researcher’s career path . I’m really considering becoming one, but since the internet’s so diverse, I can’t really know which one’s right or wrong. I didn’t have much time to talk with my school counselor either. Everything’s such a blur and I have no idea where to start. Could someone at least briefly explain the path of becoming a medical researcher, please? Thank you!
Carrollton
I have a microbiology background and I studied microbiology in school. But right now I work as a care assistant. But I still want to continue with my background profession as a microbiology, please advise me what step to take, courses or training to make me qualify for the job as a micrbiolgist here in the UK
I want to what professional courses to do so I can practise the job profession as a microbiology
LutonWhat financial planning is needed for a travel nurse career?
Agency cover the cost of housing but not everything so what cost should I anticipate or expect when becoming a travel nurse?
San Francisco
Would you recommend having niche careers over standardized ones, such as pre-med and com sci?
I heard a lot of people recently hate on pre-med and how it's not worth the extra years and debt. I am not considering medical careers, but I am interested in what they think of people with more uncommon careers that don't necessarily need college degrees.
San FranciscoWhen is the best time to start your college apps/essays?
As a junior, it is common for us to become anxious about college and our future, but there is not enough guidance to assure us when to start working on our applications.
San Francisco
Have I majorly screwed up my chances for college and (hopefully!) med school?
Greetings all! Currently, I am a sophomore in high school. Last year, I was a 3.5-3.8 GPA student while learning how to study and juggling extracurriculurs. Fast forward past many things in my personal life gone wrong to sophomore year, and now I am meeting with my school counselor and therapist on a monthly basis because I've been doing horribly. I have to retake AP Calculus AB, and my transcript will show this. But in the first place, my report card has never been good since this year started. My goal is to become a psychiatrist since I wish to offer help others who are fighting monsters in ways that others cannot see. I hope I can be the one to catch those hidden struggles that many miss-and I can provide relief, comfort and remedy through a listening ear. But I know premed reqs are extremely laborious and achieving a 3.7+ GPA is NOT easy-not to mention med school-and if I'm already struggling this early... I am afraid. Have I screwed up everything already?
Portland
what are some good internships that are med related?
I'm a senior at high school
San Franciscohow should I prepare as a high school senior for my future in med, specifically for an anesthesiologist?
internships, degrees, tips?
San Francisco
How should I choose between medicine and aerospace engineering?
How should I choose between medicine and aerospace engineering as a course that I should pursue in university?
Nairobi
What parts of your job as a cardiologist cause you the most stress?
Please specify and explain why in detail. This will help me in my project, thank you so much for you time :)
CardiffWhat challenges did you face as a cardiologist ?
Please write me a detailed answer - I need it for my project. Thank you :)
CardiffDoes 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
CardiffHow has new technology (e.g., AI, telemedicine, robotic surgery) changed your work as a cardiologist?
please explain in detail. it will help me in my project.
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 is the hardest part of balancing patient care and paperwork as a cardiologist?
Open-ended response please explain in detail and tell me why.
CardiffAs a cardiologist, How do you handle stress from work?
Please explain what type of stress it is and how you handle it. It will help me in my project thank you.
CardiffWhat parts of your job as a cardiologist cause you the most stress ?
Multiple choice - Long hours, complex patients, paperwork, legal risks, lack of support, keeping up with new treatments, other – please specify and explain why in detail
CardiffWhat are the biggest challenges you currently face in your cardiology practice?
please specify and explain. It will help me in my project.
Cardiff
What is the career path to become a CRNA? How can I get a summer internship as a student nurse in their final year of college? How can I find a remote job as a student nurse?
I am in my senoir year and I would like to find a remote job that can help me in my career. I will also like to know the career path towards achieving a CRNA degree.
PortlandI want to be a therapist, but I am having doubts.
I want to be a therapist, but is the pay good enough? Is it a fulfilling profession? I wanted to be a psychiatrist, but I didn't want to go through med school. Is it that hard to get a doctoral degree? Also, how do I know what type of therapist I want to be, if at all?
Bradenton
How long does it take to become a doctor in Nigeria?
I’m interested in pursuing a career in medicine and would like to understand the timeline for becoming a doctor. How many years does it take to complete medical school, including internships and any required licensing exams?
Palo Alto
My dream is to become a neurologist (mbss) but I don't have a lot of financial support. What options are available to me?
I belong to the low background family and and don't have good financial support. After I achieve this goal, I want to help the needy with a focus on access to education for girls.
United States
How can I find remote internships for pre-med as a junior?
I am a 11th grader and I am struggling to find summer opportunities that are free and look valuable on my resume. As college applications approach, I feel the need to strengthen my resume.
Irving
Which university should someone who wants to study Biology and then attend medical school choose?
I am a high school senior living in Virginia, and I aspire to become a doctor. I have received my college admissions results, and I have been accepted to the following schools: George Mason University James Madison University Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) University of Washington I have been accepted into the Biology program and plan to continue to medical school afterward. My long-term goal is to become a cardiac surgeon. I am currently undecided about which university to choose, and I would love to hear from those who have studied or are currently studying at these institutions. Based on my research, having a university-affiliated hospital can be a significant advantage for internships and work opportunities. However, I have also come across opinions that suggest it may not be as crucial. Additionally, some sources indicate that if a university has its own medical school, it might offer a small number of reserved spots for its pre-med students (provided they meet the necessary academic requirements). Considering this, James Madison, VCU, and the University of Washington have their own medical schools, whereas George Mason does not. In terms of cost, George Mason, James Madison, and VCU have similar tuition rates, and since they are all in Virginia, I would be closer to my family. However, attending the University of Washington would require me to relocate and pay higher tuition. I understand that choosing a university is a critical decision for both my career and networking opportunities. Therefore, I would greatly appreciate any insights or experiences from students who have attended these schools. Thank you in advance for your help!
Fairfax
What do you like most and what do you like least about being a medical administrative assistant?
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San Jose