Career questions tagged pediatrician
Pediatricians are Doctors who take care of children 21 years and younger. For more information, please read below. Read more Show less
How different are pediatricians compared to regular doctors?
I believe I mainly want to focus on the mental aspect of being a pediatrician, so I would like to know additional information regarding that.
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 education and training do I need to become a pediatrician?
And can you go to Harvard to become a pediatrician? And how will going to Harvard help you and get you more credit??
What do you honestly think of your career?
What is your average salary? What is the best route to take in college? Is there many passion oriented coworkers in your field? My favorite classes are science, more importantly, biology. I am in 12th grade and fascinated by the inner workings of living things.
What are some common mistakes that I should be aware of and avoid as I pursue a career path in the medical field?
I would like to go into the medical field in the future, and I would like to gain some more insight to better equip myself for a career related to medicine.
I want to go into the medical field but I’ve heard that getting burnt out because the path to becoming a doctor is really common, any tips on how to stay on top of everything I have to do? Also where do you go after your 4 year university when trying to get a PHD? (What’s the difference between MD and PHD?) Where do you go when you want to do your residency (is it something you register online for or do as part of wherever you go after the 4 year?)
I am currently 16 years old (I’m turning 17 this year) living in California and I’m going into my junior year of high school. J know choosing to go into such a rigorous field as the medical field won’t be easy but I trust in my decent academic performance in school so far and love for helping others. I know it might seem self centered to say I’d like to help people but as someone who’s life was made possible to actually live it rather than to just exist in it by a doctor and never getting the chance to tell them how grateful I am, I wish to take that and do it for others.
What are some important experiences or lessons you've learned from your own careers that could be helpful for others to know?
What specific skills or knowledge have those experiences taught you? Have they shaped you into the person you are today, and how? This can be a wide range of experiences/lessons such as learning how to balance work and life or how to overcome setbacks. I am currently planning on going into the medical field, and I would like to know your own valuable lessons that you've gained throughout your life/career to help guide me through my career path.
Should I become a Pediatrician or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and what are the key differences besides salary?
I have always wanted to go into the medical field. Recently I have been researching about pediatrics. However, I am unsure if I should pursue a doctorate or a master's in science. I am knowledgeable about the schooling length for these degrees. Additional question: what are some of the best schools for pediatric nursing/medicine located in California?
Is becoming a pediatrician worth it if you want to have a balanced work and social life? ?
I'm currently a sophomore in high school and interested in becoming a pediatrician. I'm worried if I follow this path, I won't have time to spend with my family. In addition, I want to be a mother when I'm older and have time for my children as well. I have doubts about whether or not the years of school are worth it. Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student
What are the requirements to becoming a pediatrician in Florida?
I've always been interested in helping others, and after some time babysitting I decided I wanted to pursue a career that helps children, and what better than pediatrics?
Important questions about healthcare And insurances
What insurance do u take ? How would I billed? When can I make my appointment? Who would I be seen by? Where is the office located?why don’t certain pharmacies take certain insurances?
What would you (any pediatricians) suggest I do college wise?
Would it be better money wise to go to a 2 year college then a 4 year and then medical school? Or, should I go straight to a 4 year college? What should I major in?
What steps can I take as a current sophomore in high school to get into medical school and pursue a career in medicine with as little debt as possible?
I would like to graduate med school with as little debt as possible. I currently plan on being a pediatrician, but I am open to learning and exploring different careers related to medicine, biology, chemistry, and science.
Hello! My name is Lizeth and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the pediatric certified registered nurse anesthetist field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment.
1) What profession did you choose Why? 2)How many years of college did you need to go through? 3)What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 4)How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5)Were you in a college program? 6)Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 7)Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8) Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 9) Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10) What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 11) What was the last stressful situation you encountered in your job, and how did you react? 12)What's one challenge you occasionally or regularly face in your job? 13) What is your philosophy with medicine and treating patients?
Professionals in the Pediatric Nursing Field!
HELLO! My name is Jasmine and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the pediatric nursing field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment. 1. What profession did you choose? Why? 2. How many years of college did you need to go through? 3. What jobs did you work on before you landed your present professional job? 4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5. Were you in a college program? 6. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 7. Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 11. What kept you motivated in your studies to pressure your career? 12. How do you manage your work/study time with your career? 13. What was the thing that made you see that being a pediatric nurse was your “calling”? THANK YOUU