Career questions tagged surgery


Is it common for surgical technologists become surgeons, or do they just enjoy the assisting? If you are in surgical technology, what is your favorite part of the job? #Spring25
Is it common for surgical technologists become surgeons, or do they just enjoy the assisting? If you are in surgical technology, what is your favorite part of the job?#Spring25

Why did you choose neurosurgery and how did you know it was the speciality for you How do you stay motivated in the field of neurosurgery despite the challenges that you face?
I am at the end of my high school career.I am deeply interested in neurosurgery and it is my dream speciality. I have watched surgeries on youtube as well as follow creators who are neurosurgeon to see more into their lives.

How to keep a steady hand during surgeries. #Spring25?
What type of exercises are there or ways to practice getting and keeping a steady hand during surgeries. #Spring25

What are the pros and cons of going through such rigorous years of schooling to become a cardio-thoracic surgeon ?
I am a high school senior and I'm planning to pursue a career in medicine, more specifically surgery and I'm wondering if it's worth it and if it's for me.

How do you decide what field of surgery is right for you as a surgical tech?
I am currently enrolled in a surgical technology program and I'm having a hard time deciding what specialty would be best for me. I would like to eventually advance my career and continue on to medical school, however I'm having a hard time making a decision on where I would be better suited. I would like to work with a specific specialty as a surgical tech so that I will have a better idea of my path during and after medical school.

How do I get in touch with orthopedic physicians and physician's assistants for internships and shadowing opportunities?
I am a high school senior in South Jersey, who is moving to Miami for college. I am looking for any shadowing opportunities or internships available in New Jersey for this summer, or in Miami after the summer.

What parts of your job as a cardiologist cause you the most stress?
Please specify and explain why in detail. This will help me in my project, thank you so much for you time :)

What challenges did you face as a cardiologist ?
Please write me a detailed answer - I need it for my project. Thank you :)

How has new technology (e.g., AI, telemedicine, robotic surgery) changed your work as a cardiologist?
please explain in detail. it will help me in my project.

What has been the biggest challenge in growing your career in cardiology ?
Open-ended response please explain your journey in detail. i want to use the answers as a survey for my project. thank you :)

Do you feel you were properly trained for all parts of your job as a cardiologist ?
please explain how did you realise that and if not then how did you overcome the gaps?

Have you ever struggled to give the best care due to a lack of resources as a cardiologist If yes, what happened??
Please tell me in detail, and what you did to overcome it?

As a cardiologist, How do you handle stress from work?
Please explain what type of stress it is and how you handle it. It will help me in my project thank you.

What do you consider the most important aspect of being a cardiologist?
I am looking for a Cardiologist or somebody who studied a little bit of cardiology to answer my question. I require a straight answer so i can add it to my research work. Thank you :)

How can I find a sponsor to help me pursue my dream of studying dental surgery at university?
I'm based in Garissa and would appreciate any guidance or opportunities.

Are ER Doctors trained for the emotional challenges that come with the field?
Being an ER Doctor comes with a lot of challenges, i'm wondering how people deal with the mental/emotional side of these challenges. Are Doctors trained for this? or is this something people have to learn when the time comes?

How do I become a cardiologist or a neurosurgeon?
I like the idea of helping people and surgery interests me.


What kinds of hospital staff and specialists do you work with as a cardiovascular surgeon? ?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

What is a typical day in the life of a cardiac surgeon? How often do you interact with patients and other staff, how do you prep for surgery, etc?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

Was becoming a cardiovascular surgeon worth it? Was going through all the schooling and residency worth it? ?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

What surprised you most about your job when you became a cardiovascular surgeon ?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

What is your greatest accomplishment as a cardiovascular surgeon?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

If you could go back in time and know what you know now about your job, would you still choose to be a cardiovascular surgeon?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

Do you regret becoming a cardiovascular surgeon Why or why not? ?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

What is your favorite and least favorite part about your job as a cardiovascular surgeon?
I'm a high school sophomore doing career research and I'm thinking about becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I've always been interested in healthcare and becoming a surgeon so I'd love some input.

Can you explain what a procedure or surgery looks like for a CRNA? What is your job in surgery, what are the basic steps, specific plans, and safety protocols?
I am a student at Mayo High school and I do P-TECH at RCTC and its a program for future nurses to help us graduate high school with our LPN degrees. I am considering being a CRNA in my future.

As a deaf person interested in attending Crown College to pursue ministry and eventually become a surgeon working in other countries, what are the biggest challenges I might face in both fields, especially in communication, cultural differences, and accessibility, and what specific skills should I develop in college to overcome these challenges while preparing for a career that blends healthcare and ministry in diverse, international settings?
I am a deaf high school student interested in pursuing both ministry and a career as a surgeon, with a particular focus on international work. I want to understand how to effectively communicate and serve in different cultural contexts, especially where access to healthcare might be limited or where there might be language barriers. My goal is to prepare for a future where I can help others both spiritually and physically, and I want to know what steps I should take now to make this possible. #Fall24

How do you maintain work/life balance as a cardiac surgeon?
I am asking this question for my school project. please give me the right detail.

#Fall24 How hard is it to manage your schedule with your family or kids as an orthopedic surgeon Is your schedule more organized, or do you spend lots of time away from them working longer more random shifts like in an emergency? I'm a high school student trying to decide my future career.?
I'm a high school student trying to decide my future career.