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Rachenely
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What are the pros and cons to becoming a pediatrician?
Does the medical field affect you personally? Is it stressful being in that workplace? What can I do to prepare myself to go into being a pediatrician?
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Bhavna Sheth
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Pros:
-High levels of job security and stability
-Fulfilling and rewarding career
-Interacting with children and forming relationships with families
-Good salary and potentially bonus opportunities
-High job satisfaction
Cons:
-High levels of responsibility
-Significant time commitments, both in terms of work and continuing medical education
-Long and unpredictable hours
-High cost of medical malpractice insurance
Yes, the medical field can affect you personally. It can be rewarding to help others and form relationships with families, but it can also be stressful due to the high levels of responsibility and hectic work schedule. It is important to be emotionally resilient and compassionate when dealing with patients and families.
To prepare yourself to become a pediatrician, you should consider taking studies related to the health sciences, like biology and chemistry. You should also consider taking the MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test) to help with your application to medical school. Taking part in internships or volunteer roles at hospitals or medical centers can also be useful experience. Additionally, keep up to date with the latest developments in the medical field in order to be well informed and prepared to work as a pediatrician.
-High levels of job security and stability
-Fulfilling and rewarding career
-Interacting with children and forming relationships with families
-Good salary and potentially bonus opportunities
-High job satisfaction
Cons:
-High levels of responsibility
-Significant time commitments, both in terms of work and continuing medical education
-Long and unpredictable hours
-High cost of medical malpractice insurance
Yes, the medical field can affect you personally. It can be rewarding to help others and form relationships with families, but it can also be stressful due to the high levels of responsibility and hectic work schedule. It is important to be emotionally resilient and compassionate when dealing with patients and families.
To prepare yourself to become a pediatrician, you should consider taking studies related to the health sciences, like biology and chemistry. You should also consider taking the MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test) to help with your application to medical school. Taking part in internships or volunteer roles at hospitals or medical centers can also be useful experience. Additionally, keep up to date with the latest developments in the medical field in order to be well informed and prepared to work as a pediatrician.
Jenny Stauffer
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Hi Rachenely!
I don't have personal experience in the world of Pediatrics but my mother was a Pediatric Cardiologist. From seeing my mother's experience I can tell you it is an extremely rewarding profession but it can absolutely be stressful and demanding at times. Choosing to go into medicine in general does affect your personal life as you will generally be in school longer than your peers.
My suggestion would be to try and volunteer in hospitals or in programs working with children. Getting this experience will help you decide if it might be the right path for you and will help build skills and experience for future applications to medical school!
I'd also suggest you talk to your own doctor about their job and anyone in your life that may be in the medical field. They will be able to give you great perspectives.
Good luck!
I don't have personal experience in the world of Pediatrics but my mother was a Pediatric Cardiologist. From seeing my mother's experience I can tell you it is an extremely rewarding profession but it can absolutely be stressful and demanding at times. Choosing to go into medicine in general does affect your personal life as you will generally be in school longer than your peers.
My suggestion would be to try and volunteer in hospitals or in programs working with children. Getting this experience will help you decide if it might be the right path for you and will help build skills and experience for future applications to medical school!
I'd also suggest you talk to your own doctor about their job and anyone in your life that may be in the medical field. They will be able to give you great perspectives.
Good luck!