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Marie
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Fruita, Colorado
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How would I become a Orthopedic Surgeon or a Neurosurgeon? What college path must I take and where should I go to receive the best education for this field?
I want to be an orthopedic surgeon, and I am trying to get my associates degree in high school. I live in Colorado, so what would be the best path to take?
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Johnson Tran
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Houston, Texas
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Hi Marie,
It's great that you're earning an associate degree while still in high school. That's a big advantage and shows your dedication.
If you want to go into orthopedics or neurosurgery, the path is long but clear. Here's the basic plan:
Keep doing well in high school, especially in science and math. Then, you'll need a bachelor's degree. You can major in anything, but biology or chemistry is common because they meet pre-med requirements.
In college, gain some real-world experience by volunteering at hospitals, shadowing doctors, or doing research. After that, you'll take the MCAT and apply to medical school, which lasts four years. Then comes residency, where you specialize. Orthopedics usually takes five years, while neurosurgery takes about seven.
In Colorado, you have good options for undergraduate studies like CU Boulder, CSU, or CU Denver. The key is to maintain high grades and build a strong resume with diverse experiences.
Don't worry too much about choosing between orthopedics and neurosurgery now. You'll have time to decide in medical school. Focus on your grades, try to shadow doctors, and develop a good study routine.
Good luck! It's a long journey, but you're already ahead.
It's great that you're earning an associate degree while still in high school. That's a big advantage and shows your dedication.
If you want to go into orthopedics or neurosurgery, the path is long but clear. Here's the basic plan:
Keep doing well in high school, especially in science and math. Then, you'll need a bachelor's degree. You can major in anything, but biology or chemistry is common because they meet pre-med requirements.
In college, gain some real-world experience by volunteering at hospitals, shadowing doctors, or doing research. After that, you'll take the MCAT and apply to medical school, which lasts four years. Then comes residency, where you specialize. Orthopedics usually takes five years, while neurosurgery takes about seven.
In Colorado, you have good options for undergraduate studies like CU Boulder, CSU, or CU Denver. The key is to maintain high grades and build a strong resume with diverse experiences.
Don't worry too much about choosing between orthopedics and neurosurgery now. You'll have time to decide in medical school. Focus on your grades, try to shadow doctors, and develop a good study routine.
Good luck! It's a long journey, but you're already ahead.
Obinna Adibe
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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Obinna’s Answer
Hi Marie. Concentrate on doing well in college and getting into medical school. One step at a time. If available, you can volunteer at a local hospital. In college, you can work in a research lab if available.