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How many years of schooling does it take to be in the medical field

Would studying to be a doctor take a long time? How many years? #doctor #medicine #healthcare

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Preeya’s Answer

Hi Kamylie!

Le Chern's breakdown was very accurate. Most people are between 28 and 34 when they complete the entire process of becoming a specialized physician. Also, it is becoming more common for students to take a gap year or two between their undergraduate studies and medical school, so this also adds on to the time it takes.
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Le Chern’s Answer

I have a friends who are doctors or in training and here is what I know. At minimum, its a long training requirement

  1. 4 years to get a bachelors degree
  2. 4 years medical school
  3. 3-7 years in residency depending on specialty

It takes even longer if you choose to specialize in surgery.

I would go ahead and speak to pre-med counselors in colleges, who could best advise you on this.

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Richard’s Answer

4 years of college.
4 years of medical school.
3-6 years of residency with optional 1-3 years of fellowship.
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