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When do you know the med field is for you?

I want to do something in the medical field, but im scared that maybe im not good enough to actually do it. Its really interesting to me but what if I try and it doesnt work.

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Scott’s Answer

Hi Raine. The "medical field" is a very broad term. There are clinical pursuits involving hands-on care which can mean anything from being a medical technician, someone who performs tests or draws blood in a doctor's office to being a nurse to being a brain surgeon. There are scientifically research-oriented careers (for example biomedical engineering) and business aspects of medical care such as running a hospital along with many other fields as well (physical therapy, occupational therapy radiology technician, etc.). So there are many areas to explore and I am sure you will be able to find something that interests you and is a good fit for you. Best of luck!
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Amalya’s Answer

No worries: I feel you are really interested in medicine, and it is the first but important step to go for it. If you make enough efforts and be dedicated to your discipline, you will learn everything necessary as a major and will succeed. Don't say what if it doesn't work. Believe in your strengths and say: What if it works? Moreover, don't ask, just be sure! It will work and you will overcome all the potential challenges!
Good luck and all the best.
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Alan’s Answer

Hi Raine, i agree with Scott. The medical field is broad. As you learn more about it and about yourself, you will narrow it down to what you like and can hone in on that. I'm an Athletic Trainer, a field I never knew existed until I went to college. I would suggest that you take your science courses, try to find an internship or volunteer with various aspects of medicine. What you think might be of interest now, you may not be in a few years. You will find your place.

Now is the time to explore. Open yourself up to knew ideas. The right one will find you. Best of luck and reach out whenever you need to.

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Jenna’s Answer

While the medical field might not be a perfect fit for everyone, remember that you possess more potential than you give yourself credit for. I stand as a testament to this, being a pediatric RN. If you were to ask my family and close friends who knew me during my high school years or even before, they'd express complete astonishment. I wasn't exactly an exemplary student. The fear of giving my all and still not succeeding held me back, so I didn't push myself. This fear lingered into my early adulthood, and I only became a nurse at the age of 27.

So, I urge you, don't underestimate your abilities. If you're drawn towards medicine, my advice would be to understand your unique learning style and discover what methods work best for you. The field of medicine isn't simply black and white. It's filled with more shades of gray than you could possibly imagine.

And remember, if things don't go as planned or if you find that your chosen path isn't the right fit, the medical field is vast. There are numerous areas to delve into, such as research, administration, education, and more. This ensures that the time and money you invest in your education won't go to waste. I sincerely hope my words provide some encouragement.

Jenna recommends the following next steps:

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