Career questions tagged medical-school
Medical school is where doctors receive their education. Popular medical doctor careers include a pediatrician, surgeon, and anesthesiologist. Please read below to find out more. Read more Show less
Is it possible for me to have a successful career in medicine with a debilitating mental illness?
I’m bipolar (it’s unclear whether i’m 1 or 2 yet) and I want to pursue medicine. I am in high school currently and am worried I can’t have the future I want.
What is the hardest interview question you've been asked and how did you answer it?
Also, did you get the job?
Is there any advice I could get on how to make medical school work?
I’m a college freshman majoring in nursing. I’m thinking of continuing my study in medicine after I graduate but I don’t know if it’s worth it. School debuts makes me scared and I’m from a low income family that can’t even make 30,000 a year. I’ve missed all the good opportunities and scholarships. I can’t even pay the tuition for the class I’m taking right now. I don’t know if I school even pursue medical school. Is there any advice I could get on how to make it work?
Which schools located on the north-western part of the U.S. has good psychological programs?
I’m looking to major in something similar to psychology or the function of the brain. But my home state is Montana and I don’t want to go too far from home. I haven’t decided a specific job that I wanted to go for yet I would just prefer if it’s related to the brain. It would also help if the school didn’t cost all too much.
What is your best advice for someone looking to apply to medical school in the next few years?
Hi! I am a rising sophomore and I am looking for advice on applying to med school.
How difficult was it to maintain a good work-life balance during medical school and residency?
I plan on going into neurosurgery, which is an extensive residency. How difficult is it to have a family while in residency?
How do I save my money for medical school?
I want to be a doctor but I don’t have enough money and I rly wanna save up my money so that I’m not completely drowning in debt by the time I become a neurologist
What do I need to do as a pre-med student to ensure that I get into top medical schools in the country How should I study for the MCAT? Do you know if there is any specific internships I need to look into??
I'm going to be a freshman in University this fall planning to major in Biology on the pre-med track.
What would a typical day look like for a medical administrative assistant?
What days and hours would I be working to start off with being a medical admin?
What should I major in after high school to prepare me to go into medical school?
I really enjoy working with kids at my local daycare center and that’s how I came to the idea I wanted to take care of kids, and become a doctor. More specifically a pediatrician. And I just want to know what I need to major in after high school to achieve my goal.
How long does it take to really get your career going after finishing vet school?
I am in community college and will be transferring to a university in two years, just curious on how long it takes to launch your career/finish school.(internship, school, advice, etc.)
How can a student looking to go into the medical field start exploring options in high school?
I'm a junior in high school that's looking to get an advantage before going to undergrad. I want to get an internship or something along those lines so I can 1. begin exploring possible career paths in this field and 2. get some experience that could give me an advantage to get into med school.
How do you discover the medical profession that most suited you the best?
As a college student I know I want to be in the medical field, I have kept my options open, but I haven't been able to truly explore all the careers available. I am hoping that someone who once stood in my shoes would lend me a few words of advice from their experiences. I also am curious to know what schools UC, CSU, or private schools are better suited for pre-med or medical school. Any extra information relevant to this topic would be helpful. Thank you for your time and effort, have a blessed day!
What programs are there for free or at low cost?
I am autistic and a person of color. I would like to find a veterinary study abroad programs that are affordable for me in countries like germany, Norway,Denmark, Iceland,etc
how do u become a chiropractor?
im 16 years old going into my junior year of highschool what classes and steps should i take to be a chiropractor? What are some good chiropractic colleges?
What made you want to do this career?
Honestly ever since I was younger i've always been interested in being a medical assistant or a pediatrician or at least working in the medical field.
What are some things that will look good for medical school applications that I can do as an undergraduate?
I’m an upcoming college freshman going to getting a bachelors of science in nursing, but I want to go to medical school and become a surgeon.
How does a doctor get into and afford medical school?
I feel like medical school is very expensive so how would a doctor be able to cover the costs without going into massive debt. How hard do you have to work to get into medical school?
What classes can I take in High school to get a head start for the medical field?
So currently I am taking college courses while I'm in highschool. Which is amazing by the way, but I feel like I need to do more or learn more to get on the medical path ahead of me. Is there any classes I take at school or online to learn a little bit more information.
What are the best medical schools to go to in the south?
What are the best medical schools to go to in the south?
What steps to take during undergrad to succeed in med school applications later?
I am a new college freshman and am fairly certain about going to medical school. I need tips on what to do now to make applications easier down the line.
what is the best highschool path to becoming a surgeon?
I’m starting 9th grade this summer and it has been my dream since i was young to become a doctor.
Is spending more than a decade in college worth it to become a doctor? Is it possible to shorten that amount of time??
Spending so long in college is the one thing that makes me question if I want to be a doctor, more specifically a dermalogist because what would I be learning that would take 12 years to master? Also, others the same age with me would already have jobs.
What are the best colleges with medical programs? (Taking into account affordability, uniqueness, everything else)
I plan on becoming a medical scientist (or biomedical). I've taken honors biology and honors chemistry and science is my best subject. I plan on majoring in bio.
Medical career starting point?
How should I start my medical career? What can I do in high school to prepare me to be a doctor, nurse, or just about anyone in the medical field? Any advice is appreciated.
What is the best or easiest route to becoming a medical scientist?
9th grade, took honors bio and chem, eventually biology major
I dropped out of medical school; now what?
What are some ways to pivot if you drop out of medical school? Note: This is part of our Professionals series where volunteers share questions they wish they saw on the platform
What steps should I take to become a neurosurgeon?
I really want to become a doctor so I can help people and become a better person. But I don’t know what to do.
Do you like what you do as a Medical Admin?
My name is Jaylah I want to be a medical admin and I would love to learn more about it and hear if medical admins themselves enjoy what they do.