Career questions tagged healthcare
How to become a paramedic?
Tell us everything we need to do to become a paramedic. Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
What are some extracurriculars I could do that is stem/medicine based?
I’ve had a lot of ideas on what Extracurriculars I want to do but they just seem too much for me to accomplish as a 16 year old. Some ideas I had was formulating an eco friendly sunscreen using chemistry principals but I would assume you need to have a degree in chemistry. Another idea was creating a skin cancer detecting app, or starting a program by going around to different schools, and/or community centers providing information on skin cancer and hosting events with the help of volunteers from my school. Honestly this all just seems really complicated for me to do especially without a mentor. I plan to start volunteering at a kidney center next month and get a part time job on the weekends. At the moment I am applying to stem/medicine based internships. I need some advice. I am 16 and in 10th grade. I plan to major in chemistry and I aspire to be a dermatologist.
How to become a doula?
Share your journey & guide aspiring doulas on their path. Note: Given the growing interest in this field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.
Looking for scholarships for biology or nurse pa?
Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student
what do i pick? So im signing up currently for my college classes ill be taking as a junior next year, if i want to be a doctor (obgyn) what program do i pick???
Im currently a sophomore signing up for my junior classes, i have 3 blanks im filling with college classes, there are 5-6 “nurse” programs to choose from but i dont know which one to select as i want to be a doctor. Im using the ccp program.
What are some learning experiences of nurses?
Things that you had to learn through trial and error, things you were taught in the workplace and not school.
What does a day in the life of a nurse look like?
Hours worked on average, daily tasks.
what are some helpful pre-courses for nursing?
high school classes, extra college classes
What can I do to start nursing and what degree do I need ?
High School graduate and nineteen years old married to a husband in the army. I want a career that will help people but mainly work with children.
If I already know which career path I want to pursue, would it be beneficial for me to start taking college courses during my high school years that are tailored toward that specific career?
I have always been fascinated by the way technology can be used to improve healthcare services and patient outcomes. Biomedical Engineering seems like the perfect field for me to merge my passion for technology and healthcare. I am excited to learn how to design medical equipment and devices, develop new diagnostic tools, and improve healthcare delivery systems.
How to start a mobile clinic for skin cancer screening for low income communities?
I have an idea in mind but not sure how to start. Like how do I gather a team of volunteers, partner with local clinics, gather funding, etc?
What is it like to be a forensic nurse What were the college classes like? ?
I'm interested in becoming a forensic nurse so I can help people and for my own personal reasons, yet I see people who are in med schools and the workload seems to be too much. Though I will say I'm good with organization and managing stress, I worry it may be too much. If I do take this path, what would I be in for?
What can you tell me about Nuclear Medical Technology?
Hello! I'm on a journey to find a new career path. I decided to get into medical imaging. There are so many options; Sonography, Nuclear Medical Technology, etc. and I'm unsure what would be best for me. I originally started looking into a Digital Medical Imaging program and with further research, I found Nuclear Medical Technology. I am really interested in Nuclear Medical Technology but the one thing that is holding me back is the injecting part and the risk of exposure to radiation. How concerned should I be?
How can I create a website that provides telemedicine services?
I've been wanting to create a website that offers affordable telemedicine services for those in low income communities but i'm not sure where to start. (I've been wanting to do this for a long time as a part of my extracurricular activities) I am in 10th grade.
How to become a phlebotomist?
Tell us everything we need to do to become a phlebotomist. Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals
How much free time does a healthcare job leave? How much stress does it bring outside of work?
I want to be able to not be negatively affected by my work. In things like healthcare I think that's something to weigh. I would think you have to learn to separate work and home life.
Can you apply to a school for a BSN right after high school?
I'm a Junior in high school and I was doing some research on registered nurses. I am interested in becoming a nurse but I wanted to know if you can go straight to a school to become a nurse after graduating high school. Also, do you have to get your associate's in nursing first to get a BSN?
What are some hardships as well as skills required in radiation therapy?
Hi, I'm a high school students interested in the medical field and I was wondering what are the various daily aspects included in radiation therapy? For instance, what skills do you use the most (applied mathematics and sciences)? Is the job emotionally taxing? What does daily life look like?
Which healthcare setting is it better to work in?
Which healthcare setting is it better to work in an urgent care setting, hospital setting or doctors office setting as a Certified Medical Assistant here in Alaska?
What career other than vet could someone with an interest in animals/healthcare pursue?
I’m an 11th grader. I’ve wanted to be a veterinarian since I was 5. I’ve taken all the classes I believed were useful for my career and am in a program for aspiring medical professionals. However I’m having doubts now as many vets say that it’s an under appreciated job with high stress that you shouldn’t go into if you “just like animals” (the main reason I wanted to enter the field) I’m feeling a bit lost now. I considered becoming a paramedic but I was told it was a high-stress, low-pay job. What other careers could I pursue?
How do i deal with stammering?
My name is Sam, im 16. School has always been challenging for me because i can hardly express myself due to my stammering nature. Is there any stammerer out there? And does it get any easier in College?
What do you think is the best way to become a nurse midwife ? Should I become a labor and delivery nurse and than go back to school and become a midwife ?
I’m a senior in high school, and need help with the best route to become a nurse midwife but i’m confused and overwhelmed about the process and what you think is the best practical way to get to my end goal.
Am I going to be required to publish research papers in Medical School?
I enjoy the aspect of teaching, but I don't care to do research and or publish papers. Are there opportunities to be a part of a Medical school Program without being a Faculty member required to publish research papers?
Focusing on the cost of college and medical school, would I have any opportunity to join the military as an officer to help pay for my schooling ?
Are Dermatologists used widely in this setting?
What is daily life like for most Dermatologists in general?
On average, how many patients do you see everyday and how many hours do you work every week? Do you have more of a flexible schedule or not?
What are some good colleges that can help me become a Dermatologist ?
I know I will need to go to college to pursue this career. I was wondering if there were any colleges in particular that I should look at?
whats the best path to take when you want to become a nurse?
whats the best path to take when you want to become a nurse