Career questions tagged medicine
I'm currently in high school and interested in becoming a cardiologist. I'd love to hear from doctors and medical professionals about their experiences getting through medical school. What were the most challenging parts of medical school, how did you manage the workload, and what advice would you give a high school student who wants to prepare for a future career in cardiology?
I'm in high school interested in cardiology
As an aspiring PhD student, what fields combine cancer research with genetics, genomics, evolution, and outdoor field research?
I am interested in pursuing a PhD and conducting cancer research. However, I would like to combine my passions for genetics, genomics, evolution into my approach for cancer research. I also want to conduct research that involves field research (taking samples from natural systems and wildlife) to study the evolution of cancer. I would also like to compare the genomes of highly resistant organisms to identify novel compounds or genetic mechanisms that can be used to develop cancer therapeutics. Given all of these interests, what fields do I apply to?
How do you find clinical experiences as a college undergrad in preparation for med school?
I’m a freshman at Johns Hopkins, and I’m having a really difficult time finding a clinical experiences thats flexible, no cost, and near campus. I wanted to get a phlebotomy license, its too far and crazy expensive. I tried to be an MA, the work hours interfere with classes. I’m volunteering at an HIV Clinic, it cancels to many times and is unreliable. I used to volunteer at a blood donation center, and it was great. But there isn't one near here. I want to be a pharmacy technician, the closest CVS Health doesn’t offer training and is also too expensive. I want to have a consistent one that I can go when I’m available. Any ideas?
What high school courses and college paths should I be focusing on?
Hello everyone! I am currently an 8th-grade student preparing to enter 9th grade, and my long-term career goal is to become a dermatologist. Since I am about to start high school, I want to make sure I am setting myself up for success early. I would love to get your advice on a few things: High School Courses: Which AP, IB, or advanced science and math classes should I prioritize over the next four years? College & Pre-Med: What should I look for in a university or undergraduate program to best prepare me for medical school? Are there specific majors you recommend? Extracurriculars & Tips: What can I do outside of the classroom (like volunteering, shadowing, or clubs) to build a strong background? Thank you so much for your time and guidance!
NICU nurse process
What it the process of becoming a registered NICU nurse and is there different path that are considered traditional vs. non-traditional.
Remote lab
Hello everyone!! I'm kinda wondering if it's possible for a highschooler to have remote lab volunteering/internship through cold-emailing professor? Does it sound good on college profile when not directly participating ? Please give me any useful advice, thank you!! My career interest in pre-med/healthcare High school junior
Where do I start off as a medical student interested in AI/ML?
I'm a medical student who's deeply interested in AI and machine learning and building valuable AI systems in healthcare and medicine. I'm quite good at Python and I've been trying to take AI/ML courses on my own, but I've never been so confused. Where do I start? How do I proceed? Do I need all the math? All the resources I lay my hands on end up confusing me more the previous. How do I get to the point where I'll actually start building stuff? I feel like I've been so stuck for months now.
Balancing Serious Professionalism vs. the Cultural Push for Constant Humor: Does a "Sense of Humor" Undermine True Seriousness?
I often feel like there are two kinds of people in the world: one is logical and the second is illogical. I see many people admire those who have a sense of humor, but in reality, a sense of humor falls under the illogical category. That is why it can destroy people without warning—because if people always joke while talking, and nowadays everyone makes a habit out of it, it becomes part of their nature and they can't undo it. They also teach others that they must have a sense of humor because it helps them handle difficult situations. But in reality, if someone likes jokes during serious situations, I don't think they are serious about anything at all; they are just waiting for someone to come and crack a joke so they can reward him. Given how deeply ingrained this habit has become in modern communication and workplaces, my question is: How can I navigate a professional or career environment that heavily values constant humor without compromising my own commitment to deep, serious focus? Furthermore, does relying on humor in difficult situations actually help us, or does it ultimately distract from addressing core problems?
what to help me with in goat showmanship?
What is your goat's breed, age, birthdate, and weight? What does the official USDA scrapie tag number mean?
What are stuff that can help me with 4-H and FFA stuff with my rabbit and my goat Juniper if you are going to look at this thing please answer my question
Do you guys know anything that can help me with 4-H and show my Flemish giant rabbit because I want to show her next year as a novice in 4-H and I need more tips how to show her. And another question is do you guys know anything about how to show a goat Nigerian dwarf goat named Juniper because that's my goat's name and I need help showing her and practicing questions and stuff if because I'm going to be a junior in 4-H showing her if you are going to look at this thing please answer my question
how is pharmacy tech applied to cna / Lpn?
before i get my cna - lpn license i was going to get my certification for pharmacy tech i want to know is this a good stepping stone for that and will it actually be useful in the nursing field
What classes/course of actions should i start taking right now to become a pediatric nurse practitioner, or a registered pediatric nurse ASAP?
I am currently a sophomore, and I have already asked my counselors to allow to take an after school college credit Psychology class through SAC. I do not have a chemistry or a history; which bums me out bc i could've done AP world or chem honors. I am also in a magnet school arts program for instrumental music and trying to simultaneously take on CTE classes, such as Health Sci. Theory. Next year, ill be able to sign up for a CNA program at my school; furthermore, i also taking a medical assistant certificate for my senior year, which will allow me to log in for clinicals!!!! I am so excited to be as qualified as i can be. As of this beginning of the year, my lowest grade is a 97, and I wish to have as much college credit and honors to up my GPA and get noticed. Please, someone tell me what else i can do to stand out even more!!
Give me any advise or if you could give one piece of advice to a Year 10 student who is still exploring their career options, what would you recommend?
Hi, I am a Year 10 student who is interested in pursuing a career in medicine and am currently exploring careers in biomedical engineering and biochemical engineering. I am also interested in learning more about careers within the Defence industry, particularly careers that involve medicine, science, engineering and technology. I would like to learn from professionals currently working in these fields or students who have experience studying towards these careers.
How would I become a Orthopedic Surgeon or a Neurosurgeon? What college path must I take and where should I go to receive the best education for this field?
I want to be an orthopedic surgeon, and I am trying to get my associates degree in high school. I live in Colorado, so what would be the best path to take?
Do you know which college(s) offer programs for a flight paramedic?
this is for my project
What would it take for me to become a pediatrician?
I am asking for a school project. I want to be a pediatrician when I grow up. I am in 9th grade.
What are the steps to get my CNA in high school and an EMT after high school?
What are the steps to get my CNA in high school and an EMT after high school? I am in 9th grade, and I want to go into the medical field, but I need steps to get there
How can a high school student choose between two different paths?
Hi, I'm Madison, a 9th grader interested in two very different career paths: becoming an anesthesiologist or a songwriter. Since these field are so different, I'm struggling to figure out which path might suit me best or how to start exploring them. What advice do you have for choosing between a medical field vs. a creative field?
What is the day-to-day work actually like for nurses, CRNAs, NPs, and PAs, and what are some things you wish you knew before choosing your career?
I'm a junior in high school and I've already narrowed down my career/major options but I'm still undecided and am in need of advice.
As a high school student interested in healthcare, what should I be doing now to prepare for a career as an RN, CRNA, NP, or PA?
I'm a junior in high school and I've already narrowed down my career/major options but I'm still undecided and am in need of advice.
How can I decide whether becoming a registered nurse, CRNA, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant would be the best career path for me? What are the biggest differences I should consider??
I'm a junior in high school and I've narrowed down my career/major options, but I'm still undecided and am in need of advice.
What university courses do I need to pursue a Medicine career?
I am a year 10 high school student hoping to pursue a career in medicine. I'm unsure what courses to do, since I have heard differnt courses to study and do not know the difference in the outcome. I am instrested in working clinically and in paediatrics.
What is the process for retraining in a different specialty, or transitioning to a non-clinical career?
I am a year 10 high school student, hoping to pursue a career in medicine. I am interested in becoming a paediatrician, but am curious how I would be able to specialise or transition to different areas within working clinically and non-clinical fields. For my year 11 subjects I. am doing, chemistry, biology, psychology, math methods and energy systems. I will continue on tp do these subjects in year 12 as well.
Dual enrollment course recommendations?
I want to go to med school and specialize in some sort of surgery but it will take a while. Im doing dual enrollment and im wondering what courses are best for cutting down that time. If I take my prerequisites now will I not have to do them when I go to college?
Various questions for cardiologist and adjacent professionals?
What is the hardest part of becoming a cardiologist? Why did you choose to specialize in becoming a cardiologist. Did you ever feel like giving up, and if so how did you deal with it. How did you try to avoid burnout when studying for the many tests? What is the biggest perk of the job?
How do I pave a pathway to becoming a Obstetrician? Is it possible for me to get my bachelors in nursing while getting my pre-med requisites? What are the steps to becoming a Obstetrician?
I am a junior in high school who is also planning to graduate high school with a LPN and I want to further my education to become/work as a BSN RN while studying to become a Obstetrician but I don't understand how to become a Obstetrician or the steps to become one. Some tips would really help me.
Is there value in taking a slower, experience-based approach to an Occupational Therapy career?
How do you know when it is worth getting a certain level of education? My thought it to get an Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant and enter the workforce. If I wanted to have more responsibility, I could work part-time while doing a bachelor's completion program and master's to become an OT. I want a flexible path where each stage is a useful stopping point in itself rather than getting a bachelor's just because I feel like I should on a certain timeline. Does anyone have experience in this kind of approach, slower, but with more experience gathered along the way to confirm if continuing education would be worth it for ones goals?
How do I choose a field of specialization after a doctor of physical therapy degree?
As a final-year doctor of physical therapy student, I would like guidance on selecting my master's specialization!