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Paula Denoya

Assistant Professor - Colorectal Surgery
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Middle Island, New York
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Anna May 13, 2016 1318 views

Did you always know you wanted to be a surgeon?

I really like the prospect of surgery but am hesitant because I am squeamish. I was wondering if surgeons always knew they wanted to be surgeons or if they grew into it, and gradually the squeamish-ness (for lack of better words) dissipated? #medicine #surgery

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Ananya May 19, 2016 848 views

Do surgeons or doctors in general have a difficult time developing their personal lives and would surgery be a bad option for someone who intends to be involved in their family life?

I hope to pursue cardio-thoracic surgery. #doctor #career #healthcare #psychiatrists #hospital-and-health-care #medicine

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Ashley Apr 15, 2016 6851 views

What are some disadvantages of becoming a doctor? What are some specific struggles that come with being a doctor?

I am a sophomore at Boston Collegiate Charter School and since 8th grade I have been interested in the medical field and what it is all about. I want to know what it is like to be a doctor, the initial feelings of becoming a doctor, the type of environment that needs to be adjusted to, and...

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Julia Apr 13, 2016 1078 views

In order to be a surgeon, how many years do you need to be an intern?

I am a sophomore at Boston Collegiate Charter School and I was wondering how many years you have to be an intern in order to be a surgeon. #general-surgery #heart

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Anacia Mar 01, 2016 1268 views

I wanted to major in the Biology field in college, I was wondering how will Biology really play a major role in me pursuing my career path in the Medical field, in terms of the process?

When it comes down to what I know, I know that with either being a Dentist, Oncologist, or an Orthopedic Surgeon, I know that I will ultimately have to major in Biology in college for the four years and get my Bachelors Degree. I currently take AP Biology as a Senior at my high School, there...

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Daniel Nov 04, 2014 1060 views

How long did it take you to get your degree?

I want to be a general surgeon after medical school because it seems like a fun position to be in, helping people directly. #doctor #medicine #surgery #surgeon

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Kyrasia Mar 29, 2014 3326 views

Nursing Track Vs. Pre-med and physician assistant ? What's the different role?

Hi, I am a senior in high school. I am interested in being a doctor particularly a family doctor because I want to work with all ages and both sexes. I was taking family medicine or emergency medicine. However, I always thought of doctors don't have direct- contact with patients like a nurse...

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Aisha Oct 04, 2012 1873 views

What kind of prep work do surgeons do before preforming surgery?

I am a freshman in high school and might potentially want to be a surgeon ? #doctor #surgery #surgeon

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Andre Dec 03, 2013 1697 views

What classes should you take (generally) to get ready for med-school?

I am asking this question because i am interested in the field. I am a senior in high school right now, getting ready to apply to college. #medicine

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Shatasia Oct 13, 2012 1697 views

Does it sometimes become freaky when being a surgeon?

I am 15 years old and I am very interested in being a surgen. Please help' #surgery #surgeon