Career questions tagged pre-med
Pre-Med is a term used for undergraduate college students who are on track to go to medical school. Popular medical doctor careers include a pediatrician, surgeon, and anesthesiologist. Please read below to find out more. Read more Show less
What college should I attend if I want to become an acupuncturist?
Hello! What colleges should I consider if I want to become an acupuncturist? What should I study for undergrad? I live in NY and I can't really find any colleges in the NE region of the US for acupuncture.
what would be 1 thing you would tell someone whos new to being in the medical field that you would want them to know?
my name is Skylar, I'm a sophomore in high school, I've been recently looking into physical therapy a lot but I'm stuck between whether it's a right fit for me. I love sports and learning about the body, I always am doing something athletic.
Is it possible to pursue a job in healthcare with a Bachelor's in Biochemistry??
I'll be attending college later this year and I'm majoring under Medicinal Biochemistry, as well as trying to become part of the Pre-Med program the university offers. I'm aiming to become a Nurse or Nurse Practitioner and I'm wondering more about the steps I should take after earning my degree.
Public Health or Biochemistry?
I'm an incoming college freshman, and I'm debating whether I should major in public health or biochemistry as a pre-med student. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both majors in preparation for medical school and other healthcare careers or graduate school paths?
As pre-med student, is it more beneficial to attend a cheap, less prestigious university or a more expensive university with a better pre-med program?
At one institution, I received a full-tuition scholarship, and it's close enough that I can live at home. However, it has limited pre-med opportunities outside of the curriculum. At the other institution, I received zero financial aid but was accepted to a prestigious honors pre-med program with multiple benefits (guaranteed freshman research positions, smaller classes, capstone program, etc.). I'm majoring in biochemistry in both, with plans to go to medical school to become a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Is it more worthwhile to avoid debt at a smaller school with fewer pre-med opportunities, or invest in a school with abundant opportunities?
How to get a pre-med internship with little to no experience?
Hello, my name is Valerie, I am currently a first-year Biology student at the University of South Florida. As a pre-med student, I have been on the lookout for an internship or job, it has been very hard searching for something related to the field of healthcare or medicine, and I would like some advice.
Hey there! I am currently at a crossroads regarding what classes to take next year as a junior. I'm stuck between regular physics and AP Environmental Science. I took honors chemistry and honors Algebra 2 this year but was not the best at them. I plan on going onto the pre-med field, and I would like to take AP Biology my senior year. Any recommendations for what I should do?
-Taking honors chem right now -Took honors biology freshman year -Plan on taking AP Bio senior year
What should I do the summer after high school as an incoming pre-med freshman?
As someone who is planning to pursue neuroscience on the pre-med track, what are some things I should do in the summer after I graduate high school? I was thinking of getting a certificate so I can work and have clinical experience during my first year in college. #CV23
Did you know what you wanted to be from the start or did it alter throughout the years?
Why do you like what you do?
How much does the training/education cost for med school?
What does the cost look like
What is the best way to become a Psychiatrist, Is there only one route? What AP courses should you take in high school to become one and what is the best path?
I am a junior in high school struggling with course selection.
What is the best way to become a Psychiatrist, Is there only one route? What AP courses should you take in high school to become one and what is the best path?
I am a junior in high school struggling with course selection.
Break?Holidays?Seasons?
I just wanted to ask: ---how much does it usually cost to go to college straight through winter, holidays/vacations (if possible)? ----next year I will be in senior year, so when done with high school will I be able to take some college classes before college actually starts?
How do I find the right college majors to study as a high school student?
What are some ways to determine which college major I want to study in college as a high schooler, especially under the pre-med or medical branch?
Difficulties becoming a psychiatrist...?
What difficulties might one face in trying to become a psychiatrist? How might they overcome them?
Sub-fields of Psychiatry...
While researching the career field, I found out that there are sub-fields of psychiatry. I am aware of the following: - Addiction Psychiatry - Geriatric Psychiatry - Pediatric Psychiatry - Neuropsychiatry What do these sub-fields mean? Are there other sub-fields I should be aware of? How does one get into these fields?
How was your educational journey towards landing a Career in the medical field?
I am an Undergraduate Biology major who is fueled towards a career in the medical field. I have always had a passion for this area of study, but I think that I lack the knowledge that I need. My question is; How tedious was the process for landing a career within the medical field like a Doctor or a nurse? If there are any Forensic specialists here, could you describe the steps to reach to such level? What would you have done differently back then before landing your career? What advice would you give to me, an International Student wanting to pursue a career in the medical field?
How does pre-med differ from other majors in the medical field?
Medical major question
What paths can a high school student take if they want to pursue a career in the medical field?
Most of my extra-curricular activities are geared towards advocacy, public health, arts and medicine. What are some tips that you can give me as I aspire to be a pediatrician?
What can I do with a pre-med degree if I dont go to med school?
I am interested in going pre-med, however I know getting into medical school after can be very challenging. My worry is going through the pre-med program, and not being able to get into med school, if that were to happen, what careers could i take on?
After graduating med school? How/where does one look for a job? How do they apply?
Just a curious high school sophomore :)
What is a major with higher gpa average? What is considered an easy major?
Currently deciding college majors. Need help. #college #college-major #major #college-admissions #anthropology #pre-med #education
How can I make myself more interesting to health are orgs?
I would like to become a medical examiner, post secondary education, and in order to get there I want to get some research internships and volunteer opportunities. How can I make myself look more interesting to research orgs and other orgs i can work on? #pre-med #research #health #healthcare
What are the steps to going into school and medical school.
#Cardiothoracic Surgeon #medical-school #pre-med
What are some extracurricular activities I can do if I want to be a doctor and I live in the Philippines?
I'm a high school student. I want to be a doctor and I want extracurricular activities related to that. Currently, my extracurricular activities are all related to writing. I want to change that. Where I live, there aren't many opportunities. I'm open to volunteering online, joining research groups and the like. What can I do to add to my extracurricular activities? And where can I do these? Preferably in the Philippines and in Cagayan de Oro. #doctor #healthcare #medicine #pre-med
What is social life like during premed and medical school?
What are your experiences going into medicine? I've been watching a lot of youtube videos lately, and everyone that I've watched so far spends practically the whole day studying. Is medical school actually non stop studying? I do understand that medical school is hard, but there has to be some balance between free time and study time. Watching these videos are getting me nervous... #medical-school #medicine #doctor #college #pre-med
Smith or Bates?
Hi! I need to take a decision and choose the college I want to go to for the next 4 years. I got admitted to both Smith and Bates and will be playing soccer at whichever one I choose. I also plan to do Pre-Med with a Biology major. I visited both schools and absolutely loved them. If anyone attended these schools or know more about them, could you please share your experience not only academically but socially as well? Thank you so much! #SmithCollege #BatesCollege #collegedecision #college #Biology #Pre-Med
which course to take for med school?
I'm brazilian but I want to start my studies in Canada to become a doctor, but I don't know which premed to choose. I am between biology, biomedical sciences and biotechnology. Which of these would be the best choice? #doctor #medicine #canada #medical-school #pre-med #premed
Is the stress and pressure of being a surgeon worth the opportunity to be able to save lives?
#surgeons #cardiothoracic #pre-med
Can I get hospital volunteer hours virtually?
I want to be an ophthalmologist in the future, and I am currently a high school sophomore (10th grade). I know in pre-med/medical school admissions they ask a lot about what experience you have in the health care field, but I'm not sure how I can do that in the current times (the pandemic). I know the Mayo Clinic has some programs for high school students, and I'm applying for those - but are there other virtual opportunities that are currently available for this? Thank you! Have a great day. #high-school #experience #college #pre-med #admissions #ophthalmologist
What can I do to save years in college to become a doctor?
I am a high school student interested in pursuing a career in ophthalmology. I would like to complete my Pre-Med in 2 years, and I want to explore if there are any opportunities to do Med School in 3 years (condense the first 2 years and then rotations). I'm a high school sophomore, so what summer classes/courses can I take to save years in college? I am planning on taking several AP/Honors biology and chemistry courses through 11th and 12th grade. Could you suggest any specific courses or websites I can use? Thank you for your advice!! #doctor #student #pre-med #college #medicine
AP Chem or Ap Bio? Elective?
It is around the time of the year again where I have to pick my courses for next year and I am stumped. I want to be a doctor, so I have been focusing on classes to take to help me in the future. I love both biology and chemistry (I got A's for Bio freshman year and an A so far for Chemistry). I am also debating whether or not to take Anatomy or physics as my elective and either AP chem or AP bio as my main science course. (I also consider the option of taking a physics class offered by a school near me) If anyone could help me that would be great! Thank you! :) #pre-med #doctor #health #medicine #chemistry #biology
What kind of volunteer work should I do for anesthesiology?
I have worked with the Florida Department of Health in research, I have made blankets for the homeless and have helped develop a social media platform for pancreatic cancer awareness. I am going to school for my BS in pre med and ecology. I don't know if it is frowned upon to not get any hospital experience before my internship. But, I can't find anything that will let me get hands on experience unless I am a nurse of some sort. #internship #pre-med #anesthesia #hospital #volunteer #doctor #biology #medicine #hospital-and-health-care #anesthesiologist #college
Can I become an NP and then become an Paediatrician? And how would I do that
I want to become a Paediatric Nurse Practitioner but I’ve been thinking for the idea of becoming an Paediatrician can I become a nurse get my degree and license then go to med school? How long would it take me? How would I go about doing that? #nurse #pre-med #medical-school
Does publishing research on healthcare systems and reforms to the American healthcare system look good for potential pre-med students?
I am a sophomore in high school, but I will be writing a research article on the economics of the American healthcare system and I would also provide some reforms we could make. This piece will likely be published on Google Scholar and other political/STEM research journals. I want to major in pre-medicine or biology, but also minor in something related to politics. Since a research article into healthcare systems in America is a mix of both my interests in medicine and politics, would that be seen as good? #research #pre-med #science
What is a good second major to complete with Forensic Anthropology?
I plan on completing a BS in Anthropology, MS in Forensic Anthropology, and continuing on to complete a PhD in Anthropology at BU. What would be a good complementary second major for my undergrad degree to broaden my career choices? I would like to keep my options open in case I decide to change careers/degree tracks later on. #double-major #college-majors #forensics #forensic-science #forensic-anthropology #anthropology #anthro-major #forensic #university #college-advisors #college #college-advice #medical-examiner #pre-med
Fastest way to become a NP(Psych)
I want to become a Psych NP. I know there are many different programs and degrees to get that position. There's ADN,BSN,MSN,DNP. I want to get my DNP. What is the fastest way. #everyone #medical #medical-school #pre-med
Is anxiety during medical processes normal?
Doctors often have to do invasive procedures such as surgery, which can be bloody and unsettling. how do pre-medical students/residents get used to the feeling of doing these types of invasive procedures? #GivingisCaring #medicine #college #pre-med