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Paul Treuhaft, MD, MA

Retired surgeon who replaced hips and knees
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Santa Rosa, California
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leanne Mar 18 294 views

how should I prepare as a high school senior for my future in med, specifically for an anesthesiologist?

internships, degrees, tips?

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leanne Mar 18 302 views

what are some good internships that are med related?

I'm a senior at high school

Mia’s Avatar
Mia Jan 04 1769 views

Out of these careers, what is the best?

If you are a PA, MA, NICU Nurse, Sonographer/Ultrasound Tech, Optometrist, Pharmacist, Dental Hygienist, or Dental Assistant, please help me decide which of these I should pursue. I dont want to spend a lot on education but also make a good amount of money. So please let me know how much money...

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Arianna Dec 15, 2024 972 views

Should I pursue nursing or become a doctor?

I’m a junior in high school, struggling to choose whether I want to be a nurse or doctor. I’ve been looking into careers like an RN, Nurse Practitioner, PA, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Neurology, and many more. I wouldn’t mind schooling and training for a few years because I enjoy learning about...

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Reina Dec 11, 2024 230 views

How do I become a cardiologist or a neurosurgeon?

I like the idea of helping people and surgery interests me.

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Sue Oct 27, 2024 359 views

How do I become a neurosurgeon ?

I have always wanted to become either a cardio surgeon, neurosurgeon, cardiologist or neurologist since I was like 9 and have never changed. I'm almost in grade 11. I need a step to step of the process on the neurosurgery journey, thanks

Sarah’s Avatar
Sarah Oct 11, 2024 440 views

Is medicine the right track for me if I'm passionate about it but I also want a political career on the side ?

Hi ! I'm a high school student, and my goal in life is to leave an impact on the world. I want to change big systems, but also help people through medecine. Do doctors have the time to be activists in fields unrelated to med ? When I think about med school, I'm excited, but I also have a big...

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Isabella Oct 14, 2024 517 views

medical specialty choice?

How do I know what specialty to pick if I would like to study medicine

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Athena Oct 08, 2024 651 views

What skills or advantages does one need to major in the medical field?

I am a senior in highschool wanting to major in the medical field, and I'm wondering what I could do to have a higher chance of getting in to the field

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Antoinette Oct 08, 2024 702 views

I'm a senior in high school and noticed too late that I wanted to get into nursing, but how can I pursue becoming a nurse as a student about to graduate high school?

I am currently a senior in high school. I've just recently become interested in nursing wanting to be an RN in Radiology. What do I do first after high school? What schools are recommended here in California should I apply too? Should I go straight into nursing school first or start off with a...

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marilyn Sep 10, 2024 410 views

What should I know about magnetic resonance imaging technicians ??

I decided that ultrasound techs aren't my path and have instead focused on MRI technicians. What are the most important things I should know as I continue this path?

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CareerVillage Office Hours Sep 03, 2024 499 views

How to become a perfusionist?

Tell us everything we need to know to become a perfusionist!

Note: Given the growing interest in the medical field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.

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Rihanna Sep 02, 2024 717 views

what should I do in high school to get into a good college for biology?

I want to shadow a physician but I don’t know how to start or where to look. What extracurriculars should I get into? I want to stand out

Jazzy’s Avatar
Jazzy Aug 26, 2024 916 views

People in the Medical field or Veterinarians, how did you do it?

Was it hard? How did you push through? And what is the hardest thing about the job?

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Jazzy Aug 22, 2024 682 views

What is better job? A Nurse or a Doctor?

Again for my friend. Pro's and Con's will be great

Ava’s Avatar
Ava Aug 19, 2024 1042 views

What classes should I take in highschool if i want to become a surgon?

I want to become a surgon I am going into my sophmore year and I want to know what is the best way to go if i really want to become a surgon

Roro’s Avatar
Roro Aug 10, 2024 560 views

How to be come a doctor ?

Doctor nurse chemist

Ellie’s Avatar
Ellie Aug 08, 2024 702 views

Is it worth it to go to medical school and all of the training ?

Is it worth it to go through all the training and schooling to do these jobs. How often do you work and what hours? My dream job is a surgeon I just want free time as well. Thank you&

Alexis’s Avatar
Alexis Jul 29, 2024 793 views

How did you decide which track you wanted to go?

As a biology major set to graduate in 2026, I'm conflicted between attending medical school or exploring other paths in the healthcare system. My goal is to work closely with patients and be part of a supportive team, yet I also prioritize maintaining a work-life balance. I've reached out to...

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Caleb Jul 17, 2024 581 views

how cn someone become a doctor?

what are the requirement for a person to becom a doctor

Natalie’s Avatar
Natalie Jul 15, 2024 648 views

how do i navigate the world of medicine and surgery?

i would like a surgeon to give me the best advice

Trenton’s Avatar
Trenton Jun 18, 2024 1197 views

Do you have students watch you while you work or someone that supervises you?

Pertains to anyone in the Neurology field or medical field.

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Trenton Jun 18, 2024 1089 views

Which University or college did you attend to, to become a Neurologist and why did you choose that place?

I want to explore other colleges or university's that offer courses to become a Neurologist if my set University is any different.

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Gipsaris May 21, 2024 613 views

would it be worth it to become a neurosurgeon?

I've been thinking recently ever since I decided that I wanted to be a neurosurgeon a few months ago, would the job really be worth it? sure they get paid a lot, but the hours would be excruciating. Not only that but the training they have is extremely difficult and intense. It'll also take a...

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kumi Mar 25, 2024 695 views

What kind of traits should you have if you want to get into cardiothoracic surgery? ?

Grade 11, favorite class chemistry,

Maimouna’s Avatar
Maimouna Mar 17, 2024 1438 views

nursing or internal medicine doctor ?

I was wondering is internal medicine doctor better then LPN in salary & skills ?
Also how long does it take to become a Internal Medicine, and what degrees and license are required ?

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ava Mar 08, 2024 682 views

how long do you have to shadow other doctors to become a neurologist?

and does it have to be at the hospital you want to be at?

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Kadijah Mar 05, 2024 819 views

How can I create a good and right study schedule to get good grades and scholarship to my dream college for medical school ?

Hi, I'm a high school student; and I will be graduating next year. I always wanted to be a doctor and I still want to be ; now a surgeon. I want to follow my dreams, but I just can't find my passion. Please can you give me advices on how to know what I really have passion for, and to study...

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Jiddah Mar 03, 2024 1192 views

What do I do to become a successful Doctor in feature?

How can I become a successful female doctor at the age of 13 while being in grade 8th of my school, and being the only source of pride to my parents I would like to be successful at my ambition to become a medical doctor.

Steve’s Avatar
Steve Mar 01, 2024 692 views

Why are you choosing doctor occupation?

That was my childhood dream

Alex’s Avatar
Alex Feb 29, 2024 570 views

Why are you once to be a doctor ?

That was my childhood dream

Jared’s Avatar
Jared Feb 24, 2024 661 views

What medical field can I jump into?

Hello, I am a college student that has been attending college for nearly a decade without an associate's due to indecisiveness. With 5 years of pharm tech experience and wanting to stay in medical, any suggestions on what to pursue? Preferably within the medical field that's not nursing....

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Ebrahim Feb 23, 2024 5938 views

What is better doctor or pilot?

Please give me suggestion

Molly’s Avatar
Molly Jan 07, 2024 2377 views

How do I get into athletic training?

I am a sophomore in highschool and I am highly interested in sports medicine, more specifically athletic training. I don't know where to even begin for this profession and am looking for guidance!

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Anastasia Jan 05, 2024 844 views

What age can i start to go to school to be a dermatoligist?

what age can I start studing ti be a dermatologist?

Hailee’s Avatar
Hailee Dec 09, 2023 1801 views

How would I become a doctor?

I’m 14 and I’m a freshman how would I become a doctor how many years of collage is there anyway I could get some scholarships being a freshman.

zara’s Avatar
zara Nov 29, 2023 2263 views

how do doctors make money?

medical field questions for doctors

Ashlyn’s Avatar
Ashlyn Nov 24, 2023 604 views

How do I become a good pediatrician?

I don't know how I would calm a kid down if he doesn't like doctors

Aaliyah’s Avatar
Aaliyah Nov 21, 2023 14710 views

Why did you choose a career in the Health field?

What inspired you to help others?

rae’s Avatar
rae Nov 19, 2023 651 views

How, Based on your experiences, would becoming a surgeon worth it I know it has awkward hours, weird timings to work and it's a lot of stress performing, but I think I would enjoy it. Not sure though!?

Life being a surgeon

Axel’s Avatar
Axel Nov 16, 2023 410 views

How are still a doctor ?

How to take care of a person when they are sick? Why are a doctor ? What days do you
Work a week?

C'Aira’s Avatar
C'Aira Oct 20, 2023 1038 views

What good comes out of being a surgeon? What’s some good advice for college, medical school, and especially internships and residency and just the overall career?

I want to become a surgeon and have wanted to for a very long time and don’t understand why so I’m wanting to know some good things that come out of the job because that’s what I plan to become, also please give me advice!!

Eddie’s Avatar
Eddie Oct 13, 2023 2654 views

What do you need to do to become an Oncologist?

How many years of schooling are necessary to become a medical oncologist? Are there any extracurriculars/classes that I should be taking to prepare myself? What undergraduate major should I look into?

Cristian’s Avatar
Cristian Oct 03, 2023 1056 views

What college majors and minors should I take in college if I want to become a General Surgeon? What career path do I take to become one?

For example, say I study anatomy in college, would that benefit me? What other courses should I take? What career path would lead me to become a general surgeon? For example, becoming a nurse or a medical assistant before I do.

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Paulette Oct 03, 2023 331 views

Is it worth it going to college to become a doctor?

Hello, my name is Paulette, I am 12 years old, I live in Yuma, AZ. I like to hangout with friends/family, I like to do stem and science, but I would also like to become a doctor.

Q1: Is it worth it to go to college for 10-14 years?

Q2: What’s it like if it’s your first time working as a doctor?

Cam’s Avatar
Cam Sep 21, 2023 454 views

What is life as a psychiatric student studying to be a psychiatrist?

How long does school take? Is it worth it? Do you make money while you are in school? How much will you make fresh out of college?

Mario’s Avatar
Mario Sep 16, 2023 1018 views

how much does a surgeon get paid a year?

I am in 10th grade, i would like to be a surgeon as my career.