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Karissa Helton

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Maybelle May 26 488 views

Do I need to go to university before going to college of medicine??

I really wish to study medicine
But a friend of mine said I need to first go to university

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Usha May 25 359 views

Can u get a MD in psychiatry after completing Bsc in psychology ?

Completed my 12th and want to be a psychiatrist through bsc psychology . Is it possible?

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Testimony May 23 465 views

What can I do to be a surgeon without having to start from the scratch?

Hi, I'm Testimony, I'm in my second year studying physiology but I want to be a surgeon. Do I have to start from the scratch or is there a way I can transit after I'm done with physiology?

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Gipsaris May 21 374 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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Jenna May 22 470 views

Is it wise to take a gap year between college and med school? What are the best majors for pre-med?

I am a student trying to figure out the best course of action for my undergrad! I would love to be able to directly speak to a medical professional who is a physician or PA.

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Alayna May 21 218 views

What is the best major to take in college if you want to be a surgeon?

I want to become a Pediatric or Neonatal Surgeon and am genuinely curious what major most people who take this pathway take.

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adrian May 21 741 views

How to become an Anesthesiologist? I need help on how. Why, because they make good money and my anesthesiologist helped calm me down when I went into surgery.?

Anesthesiologist. I need help on how. Why, because they make good money and my anesthesiologist helped calm me down when I went into surgery.

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Aeriel May 20 824 views

What is the pathway I need to take to become an Anesthesiologist ?

What major do I need to take in college? Do I need med school? Approximately how long would it take for me to become an Anesthesiologist?

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Rut May 15 257 views

How to connect better with students?

Currently an eduction major in junior year, I am just starting fieldwork and I notice an overwhelming amount of students who tend to hate school and not do anything that involves learning. What are some tips and tricks to motivate students to learn.

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Ruth May 07 391 views

What are some considerable opportunities a pre-med student or any person interested in the medical field should take advantage of?

What are some recommendations for medical opportunities?

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Hannah May 05 314 views

Where should I start with job shadowing as a pre-med student?

Hi! I am going to be attending college in Phoenix this fall as a freshman. I'm a pre-med student majoring in Biology. I know it's a little early, but I know job shadowing is a very important part of the pre-med process, both for applying to medical school and for being certain that medicine is...

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Chuer May 04 401 views

How can I find opportunities to shadow physicians/doctors?

I'm participating in a hospital internship + dentist's office internship this summer, but I'm not sure how indicative these experiences will be to experiencing what a real healthcare experience is like. So, I'm wondering if shadowing a doctor would be better.

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Angela Apr 28 435 views

What majors and minors should I take to become a psychiatrist, but still get experience in education?

Hey! I am thinking of pursuing a degree in psychology. My overall goal is to become either a children's trauma therapist or more hopefully a psychiatrist, but I still want skills in education in order to keep my options more open. I thought of doing a psychology major, with a minor in...

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Daphne Apr 28 476 views

Are M.D./Ph.D. (neuroscience specifically) programs worth it ?

I'm currently a high school senior. I already committed to a college and I'll be majoring in neurobiology but I wanted to get some advice from others to see if an M.D./Ph.D. program after undergrad is the way to go (or if just getting an M.D. is better) so that I can start preparing for it. I...

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Victor Apr 28 307 views

How to get admission into medical school ?

What are the prerequisite to becoming a medic