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What is a typical day for a neurosurgeon like?
I want to know more about their shifts and the time they spend at a hospital. Also, how they manage their time to work and rest throughout the day. How long are most neurosurgeries? #neurosurgery #medicine #hospital-and-health-care
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What is the best major for Medical School?
I hear a lot of people choose majors other than pre-med/biology based majors even though they plan to take the MCAT and go to medical school. I am currently thinking about being a biochemistry major or entering the engineering department and am wondering whether that will have a significant...
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What is the best organization to join when you attend college?
Should you join an organization in your major or something fun and interesting? #medicine #university #black-students #organization #college
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What's the education requirements to become a pediatrician?
I would like to become a pediatrician and I need to know. #pediatrics #pediatric #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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How many years of school does it take to become an pediatrician ?
Because I think this will be my future job #health #pediatrician #pediatrics #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #college
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What are benefits to becoming a surgeon?
What's good and what's bad about this career job? #medical-education #surgery #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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Do I need to attend a top college and have a high GPA in order to be successful in the medical field?
I am currently in high school and pursuing microbiology and medicine. I am unsure as to whether or not it is worth it to stress over grades. #medicine #microbiology #biology #science #microscopy #college #college-admissions
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What do I need to do in order to have a good medical residency interview and ultimately be selected?
I will begin the physician residency interview process later this year and want to be prepared and selected.
#medicine #residence-life #hospital-and-health-care #career #interviews
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What is a day in the life of a pediatric oncologist like?
I'm interested in pediatric oncology but am worried that I am not fit for this type of emotional job #medicine #pediatric-oncology #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #oncology #pediatrics
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How easy is it for me to get a job as a pediatric surgeon here in Dallas?
the reason I'm asking is because thats what I'm looking into, and I would really like to know how likely I am to get a job here in Dallas. #pediatrician #pediatrics #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #surgeon #surgery #dallas
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I am in the 10th grade and i am just beginning to explore my future career, what are some good jobs within the medical field?
At school, I am interested in chemistry and math, while my hobbies include swimming and hanging out with friends and family. A topic I am passionate about is the medical field. What are some jobs that I can begin looking into in the medical field? #medicalfield #medicine #medical-education
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What steps are necessary to become an anesthesiologist?
I don’t come from a family of money or a family in the medical career. Honestly I don’t want to become an anesthesiologist for the interest but I have learned that anything I focus towards I grow to love that subject and a job like anesthesiology is something not many people will do, but I will...
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What kind of classes do you have to take on your way to becoming a OB GYN?
I'm asking this because I'm very interested in this career and I would like to know which classes I would have to take if I decide to go for it at the end.
#medicine #obstetrics #gynecology #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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What are some job options for a Pediatrician
im asking because when I graduate from high school I wanted to go to school to become a pediatrician. #pediatrics #pediatrician #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #medicine
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Is it true that when you become a doctor, you have limited time with your family? If so, how much time do you have to spend with your family?
My family has always encouraged the fact that I want to become a doctor, although they tell me that because of this I´ll have less time to spend time with my family. I'm willing to sacrifice this if it will save others, but have always been curious if it were true. #doctor #medicine #family...
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What are the best steps to take to become a Ob-Gyn/Obstetrician Doctor?
I just want to know which path and steps to take, since I am only a soon to be college student and trying to go into the Medical Field. #medical-field #obstetrician #obgyn #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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If I plan on going to med school what are some things Ishould be looking for when choosing where to go for my undergrad degree?
My ultimate goal is to become a surgeon. What are some of the things they will be looking for when I apply for medical school that I should consider when choosing? #college #college-admissions #medicine #healthcare
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How long does it take to be a dermatologist?
I want to go into medicine. #medschool #dermatologist #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #medicine
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What degree do i need to be a surgeon and how long will it take
Because iv'e been planning to become a surgeon #residency #surgeons #pediatric-surgeon #medicine
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What kind of grades do you need to become a doctor?
What kind of grades do you need to get in high school / first 4 years of college in order to become a doctor? #medicine #pediatrician #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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What are the steps I need to take to be successful in my career path of Pathology?
I want to be sure I am taking the right steps toward my dream career.
#Pathology #medicine #pathologist
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What are some ways that I can not only study to retain but also to understand core concepts?
I’m currently in my Junior year in college and for this semester I’m taking abnormal psychology and molecular cell biology. These two courses have a lot of information that you must know in order to pass the class and I want a more effective way to study because I don’t think the way I’m...
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What is a job in the medical feild that you can apply for after graduating highschool?
I want to save in my first two years of college to move out and I want to be a physician #medical-education #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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Can you be a surgeon?
Why is being a surgeon rarely ever thought about or too vague? Is it too hard and competitive? What medical school is the best? What are all the steps to be successful in this particular path?
#medicine #medicine #surgery #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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How do you pick what career to choose in the medical field?
I am having trouble deciding on what major to pick out of all the different medical majors. I have so many interests, and I don't know how to choose what to spend my time and money on. #school #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #nursing
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How should I know which medical career is the best for me?
As I get closer to going to college, I have decided that I'd like to work in the medical field. As a result, I have researched different specialties that are offered in order to become a doctor, but since there are so many, I do not know which one would be the best for me. As of right now, my...
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What is the best alternative to becoming an M.D.?
I'm worried I won't make it into medical school- it's very competitive. What could I do instead of it doesn't work out? #medicine #doctor #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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What major should I pursue to best prepare me for medical school?
I am asking this because I am not interested in a science major; however, I am interested in the medical field. I would like to do a history major, but I am not sure if that will negatively affect my MCAT scores or medical school entrance. Please help! #college-major #medicine #medicalschools
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what is being a nurse anesthetist like and is the schooling worth it?
considering field
#medicine #college #nursing #anesthesiology #medical-practice
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Is Organic Chemistry really a nightmare?
I'm taking Organic Chemistry next year and I'm scared that it will take many hours of studying for me to understand the concepts. Is it really as bad as everyone makes it seem? #organic-chemistry #medicine #pharmacy
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Any tips for organic chemistry?
I want to go into medicine, and I've heard that organic chemistry is a must, but it's also something that is extremely hard. Are there any tips for getting good grades in that class and making sure that I understand everything?
#medicine #organic-chemistry
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What is the best branch of medicine for me to specialize in?
How do I choose classes if I am not sure what branch of medicine I want to enter? I haven't even decided on human or veterinary medicine and I am a junior, so I have a very short time to decide on which schools are best for which branches of medicine. #medicine #veterinary-medicine...
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How do people get accepted into residencies after medical school?
I plan to try to get into medical school eventually, but I know afterwards there will still be a lot of options into what kind of doctor I could be. I've talked to counselors about getting into medical school and I know it won't be easy, but what about after I'm done? Where do I go from...
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If I wanted to become an OBGYN in the future, what would I get my phD in?
I am asking this question because I'm creating my life goal mission map for a school project. #medicine #medical-education
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Pre Medicine undergraduate schools?
I want to become a doctor. Will applying to higher level schools for undergraduate school help me get in to medical school? Will I be fine going to a local college? #college #premed #med-school #medicine
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What job in the medical field is mostly about bones and why is that job interesting?
#doctor #coroner #medicine #medical-professionals #medicine #career-interests
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What is something I should expect from medical school admissions counselors when it comes to taking opportunities in my four years as an undergraduate?
What is something that medical school admissions representatives look at more, besides how well you did in your courses? #medschool #premedicine #college #medicine #admissions #counselors #admission-counselors #career-counselors
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What can I do now that I am in college to get ahead in the medical field?
I am thinking about studying medicine. I am really interested in being a physician or an orthodontist. I would like to know of any programs online or available in person to get more knowledge of the field. I want to be sure of what I want to study before I start college. #doctor #field...
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What advice would you have for anyone trying to become a Radiologist?
#medicine #radiologist #nursing #doctor
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What are some careers in the medical field that don’t directly involve being with patients?
#medicine #medical #science
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How does working long hours affect your relationships, hobbies, and interests?
I'd like to direct this question mainly to those in the medical field because that is what I'm looking to go into, but any insights are greatly appreciated! Even as a high school student I've had to put some of hobbies and interests on the back burner because of all of the school work and...
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What are some of the best ways for a high schooler to learn more about the medical field?
I will be attending GHS's MedEx Academy (internship/volunteering at local hospitals) this summer and will be taking Biology II honors this coming school year, but I would like to know if there are other recommended ways to learn about healthcare during the school semester while in high...
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What makes a good pre-med program?
Pre-med programs are often extremely diverse, and offer courses in a wide variety of studies. Which of these courses best prepare students for the MCAT and for medical schools? What type of courses best suit a student following a path in medicine? #classes #medicine #collegeclasses #career #mcat
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How do you prepare, mentally, for the rigorous demands of the medical field? And at what point in postsecondary schooling and training does it get the worst? When does it lighten up?
As I said in my previous question, I will be a freshman in college next fall. I've known for a while now that I want to pursue a career in the medical field. I work very hard and I am passionate towards what I do, and I have faced a lot of adversity. No one in my family has a career in...
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What is a day to day schedule for an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Day in the life of an orthopedic surgeon. What is something that you do every day and something that happens, but isn't common. Also can you talk about a specialization in sports med if possible
#orthopedics #surgeons #sportsmedicine #medicine
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Colleges with the best medical programs?
I'm a CareerVillage staff member and I'm posting this because we know that many young people are looking for the answer to this question. This is among the most popular questions searched by youth, and we're hoping you will take a moment to share your response to it. Thank you! #college...
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Challenges ahead of me as I seek my goal of being a Doctor?
What type of Road Blocks do I face as a minority female entering the Biology/Pre-Medicine fields for college? #biomedical #biology #doctor #physician #medical-field #medicine
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What motivated you to continue on with school?
I know I have a long road ahead of me as I start this journey of one day becoming a doctor. For all those Doctors out there. Can you offer some advice on what you did to keep you motivated to stay the course and never give up on yourself even when times got hard. #doctor . #physician....