Career questions tagged physician
What are medical school committees looking for in an applicant (research experience, extracurricular/volunteer activities, grade point average,...)?
I am a research postdoc fellow in life sciences. I was recently asked how to get accepted to medical school. This is not really in my field so I figured I should share this question. Hope the answers will be helpful to any student going through the selection process. #doctor #medicine #physician #medical-school #medical-education
I have an AS, can I apply to a PA program or do I have to complete 4 years of college before applying?
I will be going back to school soon. #science #nursing #physician #administrative-assistants
Recently, i studied an article in newspaper displaying a car named "Strati". I impressed when continued to read the article because it was a world's first 3D printed car. Please tell me more about 3D printing?
That article was really fascinated me. I want to achieve something on that field. For that, I want to know more about it. Please, guide me. #physician #scientist #k-12-technology
What is a normal day for a nursing job like?
I'm very interested in becoming a nurse and I'd like to know if I am able to handle the job. I love talking to new people and I can work well with children. I would love to be able to help people whenever I can. I like learning about physiology and biology. My parents are nurses too and I would like to see what I can do in the nursing field too. #nursing #biology #physician #pediatric-nursing #physiology
Do we have a good scope Physiotherapist in India
Hai I am Gnanam. Do we have scope to do Physiotherapist in India. #doctor #career #teacher #physician #training #exercise-physiology
My sister is a physiotherapy student. She don't find any scope in this field. So please suggest her what to do next?
My sister is a physiotherapy student. She don't find any scope in this field. So please suggest her what to do next? #doctor #psychology #physician #psychiatry
What is it like as a physician assistant?
I'm very interested in pursuing a career in the medical field originally as a physician in the hospital, but many people have told me that it's not worth going to medical school for such a long time, and to become a physician assistant instead. They listed a lot of reasons like having better hours, getting a chunk less(taken out) out of your paycheck because of not having to pay as much for insurance to cover you because you're not the actual doctor making the calls, and so on. None of these people were actually in the medical field though. So, I have a few questions to find out what's actually the real deal with being a physician assistant. What are the differences between being a full physician and a physician's assistant? Do you actually get paid a lot less than a physician? If so, Is it frustrating to be know that you're basically doing the same job as a full physician, but getting paid less than them? What would you say are the pros to the job? The frustrations? If you wanted could you travel to different places because of your job? (like a traveling nurse) Do you spend more time with the patients than the doctors? (I'm a people person, so I'd like to have a lot of patient interaction) Your favorite part of being a physician assistant. Thank you! :) #doctor #medicine #physician
Can you have a career as a Physician Assistant outside the United States?
I am a Biology Major, currently attending Florida Atlantic University. I plan to attend a PA program after I graduate college. I would like to work in a developing country, ideally somewhere in Africa. I was recommended to join the Peace Corps, however, I know little about it. Any thoughts? #jobs #physician #physicians-assistant #medical-assisting #peace-corps
How do I become a Physician Assistant in the Navy?
Does the Navy have PA programs? Or do you join the Navy after graduating from a PA program? I am still in college and was just wondering what options I might have with a career as a Physician Assistant. #college #medicine #pre-med #physician #physicians-assistant #united-states-navy
What would be the best option; becoming a surgical technician first, then becoming an emergency physician's assistant or vice versa?
Im really stuck on either being surg tech or an emergnecy PA and after weighing my options i dont know which to choose from #pre-med #physician #emergency-medicine #surgical-assisting
What's a good medical/health career for someone who's a tad squeamish?
I want to go into a medical career. I'm not great around blood, but I don't mind needles. #doctor #medicine #health #physician #psychiatry
What studying methods/practices would you suggest for an undergraduate student to develop before medical school?
I'm a high school senior who will be persuing an undergraduate degree in pre-med, then plan to go to medical school and into the field of radiology. #doctor #physician #radiologist
What does a typical day look like for a M.D. that is in their residency in the field of radiology?
Im currently a senior in high school and plan to follow a pre med track next year when I begin my undergraduate studies. After med school I plan to take part in a radiology residency program. #doctor #physician #radiology #radiologist #hospital-and-health-care #healthcare
Did you ever doubt your ability to become a doctor?
I've always dreamed of being a doctor, I have been working towards this goal for many years now. But, now that I am getting closer to the goal, it feels like it is slipping farther and farther away. So, I was just wondering, have there been similar doubts in the minds of current doctors? If so, any advice you would mind offering? #doctor #medicine #physician #confidence #doubt
What would be the best space study program in college?
To go to a college that matches my interest. #science #physician #physics #scientist #astronomy #astrophysics #science-phd
When I am studying, and if I receive and internship, Is there any possible chances of pay? What specific skills should I keep in mind for my future career in nursing?
I am a sophomore, and I am truly dedicated to the idea of one day becoming a nurse, Doctor, or any kind of health professional. I want to be able to earn these chosen careers because my goal, dream is to be able to live a life of helping people. I want to ensure a safe and healthy world. My parents are a major inspiration for me, I have experiences there lovingness towards me and complete strangers. I want to model that and hopefully show the same to the people I help. I come from a complex background and now I just want to better myself and others. #doctor #nursing #pre-med #physician #surgeon #phd #masters-degree #associates-degree
What are some of the best schools with Physician Assistant programs?
I already have a school in mind for my first four years, but what school is best for the remaining schooling needed? #physician-assistant #physician #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
Biomedical vs Mathematics Major for acceptance into Med School or Veterinary Med School?
I am pursing and educational path to either become an MD Surgeon in Neurology or I might choose MDV in Veterinary Medicine. Either way, I will eventually be applying to Med School or Veterinary Med School. Which of the above Majors is better suited and weighted more heavily for acceptance? #psychology #medicine #biology #pre-med #mathematics #physician #physics #surgery
What extracurricular experiences (beyond academics) do you believe were most beneficial in helping you prepare for and enter medical school?
I plan to apply for medical schools within the next 2 years and am curious as to what has been most helpful for others (in their personal opinion) to gain acceptance. I often hear that while grades and honors are important, there are many other things that admissions committees look for in an applicant. As a psychology student, I also wonder if extracurriculars will be even more important for me as I don't have as strong of a biology/chemistry background. #medicine #physician #medicine-school #extracurriculars #admissions #application #academic
If I have never taken AP science classes before, do I have to attend a community College before going to a 4 year college if wanting to go into the medical field?
I'm asking this question because I love to know stuff like this in advance. #doctor #physician #obstetrics #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
What does a typical week look like in the nursing program?
It is nursing-related since it is the major I am pursuing in higher education. #nursing #registered-nurses #physician
Besides obtaining my Bachelors, what other steps can I take now to make myself more attractive to a PA program?
I am a graduating high school senior and have just determined which career path I want to follow, which is that of a Physician Assistant. I discovered that PA would be a good fit for me as a result of a career class at my local community college. However, I have no history or experience in any related fields, and I feel that I am a little behind. (I have friends with similar goals that have been volunteering at hospitals and clinics for years.) I will be attending college in the fall to receive a Bachelors in Health Science, but I am hoping for a few suggestions as to what options and opportunities I have to gain more experience and knowledge. Thank you! #career #healthcare #health #physician #hospital-and-health-care
Whats the difference between a Physcian Assistant and a Nurse Practitioner?
I am so confused about the difference between a PA and a Nurse Practitioner! I know that you have to work a bit as a nurse and then go back to school for a nurse practitioner, and a PA goes to work as soon as they graduate, without having to go back to school. (I think!) Is there any other differences? Thanks! #nursing #physician
How hard is Physician's Assistant school?
I am a nursing student going back and forth between becoming a nurse and a physician's assistant. #medicine #nursing #nurse #physician #physician-assistant #assistance #nurse-majors
Would you recommend being a nurse or physician assistant?
I am a pre-nursing student who was considering physician assisting for years but decided to switch to nursing because my parents wanted me to get a degree in something I could immediately make money off of (from my bachelors). I am not sure which career to do. Any recommendations? #nursing #physician #assistance