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Katherine
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How long does it take to become a pediatrician ?
Being in the medical field take a lot of time and I just want to explore my options and know how long it's gonna take to master some of them
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Divina Lopez, MD
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It takes 4 yrs in college, 4 yrs in med school and 3 yrs in residency.
Brandi Reisterer
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Becoming a pediatrician requires several years of education and training.
Typically, it takes about 11 years after high school to become a pediatrician in the United States. This includes:
4 years of undergraduate studies to earn a Bachelor's degree in a pre-med or related field
4 years of medical school to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
3 years of residency training in pediatrics.
In some cases, a pediatrician may choose to pursue additional training or fellowships in a subspecialty area of pediatrics, such as pediatric cardiology, neurology, or oncology, which can add a few more years to their training.
Overall, becoming a pediatrician requires a significant commitment of time, effort, and resources, but for those passionate about working with children, it can be a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Typically, it takes about 11 years after high school to become a pediatrician in the United States. This includes:
4 years of undergraduate studies to earn a Bachelor's degree in a pre-med or related field
4 years of medical school to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
3 years of residency training in pediatrics.
In some cases, a pediatrician may choose to pursue additional training or fellowships in a subspecialty area of pediatrics, such as pediatric cardiology, neurology, or oncology, which can add a few more years to their training.
Overall, becoming a pediatrician requires a significant commitment of time, effort, and resources, but for those passionate about working with children, it can be a rewarding and fulfilling career.