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Michael DePietro

Medical Director- Respiratory at AstraZeneca
Management Occupations - Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Wilmington, Delaware
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Tristan May 27, 2016 692 views

What best can I do during and after college that will help me to prepare for medical school and then a career in medicine?

I would like to efficiently remember the material learned in medical school to help me during my medical career. #doctor

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Elise May 28, 2016 793 views

What field of math can I major in to make an positive or helpful impact on the world?

I am a high school junior who is very interested in the field of Mathematics. I am taking Calculus next year, and I already love it! I want to do something with my life that is meaningful and leaves a good mark on the planet and the people around me. I just do not know where to go with this...

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Corban May 27, 2016 1079 views

Should I pick a major (Biology) relating to medical school to prepare for Med School, or should I just enter Med School with any degree I want?

I've been to seminars where people have told me to be what I wanted to be, because schools actually like diversity instead of "typical science majors". The only question that they've never answered was if it had given them an easier time understanding difficult concepts in the medical field. I...

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SENNAM May 28, 2016 958 views

When is it suitable to plan, implement and conduct research when entering medical school?

I am asking this question because most students planning on attending medical school find it difficult as to what is the right time to engage in a suitable research project without any form of hindrances. #medicine #pre-med

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Archived May 28, 2016 1142 views

If I don't particularly like chemistry or math, and also weak in the field of chemistry and math, but is doing a biology major, should I choose a different major ?

I am really debating because I am not really good in chemistry, like in really bad, but is currently pursing a biological science major, should I continue it or choose another major? #college #science #math #chemistry #major #majors #advice

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Raihanah May 23, 2016 845 views

Is there any religious discrimination in the medical field?

I'm a covering Muslim female in high school and I'm greatly considering a career in the medical field. However, I want to get an idea of what I may need to face in the professional world considering what I face in my day-to-day life. Thanks in advance :) #doctor #nurse #professional #health...

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Revika May 23, 2016 1421 views

What non-academic skills are needed for those interested in becoming medical doctors?

We all know that people who go into medicine are the best of the best when it comes to academics, but I am interested in what other skills define a medical doctor and how these traits come into play in the day-to-day life of a doctor. #doctor #medicine #science #healthcare #health...

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Alicia May 21, 2016 1068 views

Are careers in the medical feild time consuming? Is there enough time to develop a persoal life, or is it all work?

As someone interested in the medical feild, I was wondering what kind of a lifestyle someone with this type of a career would have. #career #medicine #careers #lifestyle

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Josefina May 21, 2016 941 views

As a female headed into a Computer Science degree, would it be wise to try to be more assertive so my voice will be heard. My concern is I'm shy but I can grasp the computer tech field good. I want to be successful and respected for my knowledge.

In the Fall of 2016 I will be starting college, I will be an undergraduate in pursuit of a major in Computer Science (Bachelor of Science). I want any tips in how I can be a successful women in tech field. #science #computer #programming #networking #bachelor #succession-planning

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Mariah May 21, 2016 1529 views

How hard is it to double major/minor?

Would it be too much to double major or double minor? #college #majors #double-major

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Shama May 20, 2016 899 views

Any advice for pre-premedical students?

Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school, and I was wondering if any premed/ medical students/ physicians have any advice for a student in high school, that wants to become a doctor, that may help in my medical future. #medicine #career-path #doctorate-degree #motivation

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Michelle May 20, 2016 1322 views

Does having a tattoo really make it difficult for someone to practice medicine?Or is that just a bias opinion due to the bad reputation of tattoos in general?

I personally love tattoos. I do not have one, however thinking of getting a meaningful one soon. YET I always hear from teachers and adults how having "ink" ruin or hinder my chance of having a good career. Even with these warnings I have seen many nurses and doctors with a tattoo. #doctor...

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Shama May 20, 2016 1157 views

How do you stay motivated?

Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school. And I know that it is EXTERMELY early for me already to lack motivation, but I'm taking all these hard AP/IB classes that have ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO with what I want to be when I'm older. So I was just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to stay...

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Carlie May 20, 2016 1146 views

How do you find inspiration for your next project?

I want to go into biomedical engineering, and I am more on the biology/medicine side of it. I want to do research and invent products that can help others. How does one first think of an incredible idea??? #engineer #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical-engineer #inventor

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Ashley May 20, 2016 973 views

What kind of engineering is the best for someone going in to medicine?

I want to get my undergrad in Engineering but am still greatly interested in medicine. #engineering #medicine

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Tiffany May 12, 2016 930 views

If you could only choose between pursuing a career that has a high salary, or pursuing a career that you always wanted to, which one should you choose and why?

I'm still deciding my major. My parents want me to select a major that would help me acquire a high paying job, however the major I want to go into is not that high paying. #financial-planning #personal-development

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Dariyelle May 12, 2016 1172 views

What is the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy?

I am interested in a career with working with people who have disabilities. I want to help people become more independent. I am curious which field I should look into. #doctor #health #physical-therapist #doctorate-degree #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy

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Chimezirim May 13, 2016 754 views

How rigorous is the path to become a surgeon

When I grow up I want to become a surgeon and I don't want to lose interest in the beginning of that path because it's too hard. I'm willing to persevere and I'm sure I will but still; I'd rather know now so that I can prepare for it. #doctorate-degree

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Chimezirim May 13, 2016 733 views

Can you become a surgeon in multiple areas? If so, would you have to take another 2 years for each area?

I intend on becoming a surgeon. More specifically a cardiovascular surgeon. Someone who focuses on injuries to the heart or heart defects. While I do have a strong passion for this I also think that it'd be fun to also do nueral surgery as well and I just need some information about the chances...

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Peter May 12, 2016 2420 views

What is the job outlook like for astronomers? Astrophysicists?

The University I plan on attending this fall has an Astronomy and Astrophysics program. I've always been interested in space, and like math, so was considering majoring in it. The only thing putting me off from deciding on this major is that I'm concerned about job prospects. I know a lot of...

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Calista May 10, 2016 2858 views

Is a minor in women and gender studies a good pairing with a political science/communications major/minor combo?

Women and gender studies as a minor is something I'm interested in, but I'm told it's a useless background to have. Do you think it's still "useless" if I want it to supplement a career in advocacy?? I am semi-lost with this #communications #political-science #gender-studies #advocacy #women-studies

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Sowmiya May 09, 2016 920 views

what is the salary of the doctor

hi iam sowmiya .iam studying in 10std .i want to know the answer #doctor #career #science #professor #scientist #financial-planning

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Andrea May 08, 2016 990 views

How to become a neurosurgeon in twelve or less years?

Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a sophomore in high school. I have been really looking at becoming a neurosurgeon as a life career, but wasn't quite sure if I wanted to be in school until I was thirty-two. I personally know a father of a twenty-six year old orthopedic surgeon who is done with...

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Andrea May 08, 2016 1058 views

Does it matter where you get your undergraduates degree when going into medical school?

I am a sophomore in high school and am looking to become a neurosurgeon. If wanting to get into a good medical school, do I have to go to a well-known university first? #college #medicine #university #graduate #medicine-school #surgery #surgeon #undergraduate

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Anina May 08, 2016 782 views

Why are bioengineering majors better than biology majors at the MCAT?

Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. When I ask this question, I'm referring to the chart linked. In it, a lot of majors are actually better at the MCAT than biology majors. How does that make sense, when biology majors have studied the subject in...

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Mark May 05, 2016 647 views

what all degrees do you need to be a medical examiner

I wanna be a medical examiner and I wanna know what all degrees you need to be that #medicine

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Quintanilla May 05, 2016 682 views

How much social interaction do you have when going into the medical field?

I am wanting to know whether I will have time to just relax and not think about school school school. #doctorate-degree

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Rachel May 04, 2016 700 views

What is the best college to study surgery?

I want to be a surgeon. #medicine #surgery #surgeon

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Rachel May 04, 2016 1021 views

How many years of school would it take to be a heart surgeon?

I want to be a heart surgeon, so I'd like to know. #medicine #surgery #surgeon #general-surgery #cardiology #internal-medicine #cardiovascular

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Pamela May 04, 2016 1215 views

What are the math requirements needed to be taken for a major in Biology?

I want to know the possible maths I might have to take in college if I have Biology as a major so I can prepare for them #doctor #college-major #biology #mathematics #molecular-biology #cell-biology

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Nazeline May 05, 2016 1105 views

What job can I get with an undergrad in Genetics and Biotechnology?

Ahh yes. I want to be a radiologist but, I'm wondering if I can start a job after my undergraduate degree. What options am I looking at? #jobs #biomedical-engineering #radiology #biotech

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Diana May 04, 2016 1123 views

Is it necessary to be in a pre-medicine program during undergraduate school in order to attend medical school?

I am not enrolled for pre-medicine at my university, so I wanted to know if this would hurt my chances of getting admitted into medical school. #doctor #medicine #healthcare #pre-med

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Ryan Apr 13, 2016 2544 views

Being an anesthesiologists on a daily basis

Hi, I am a sophomore in Boston and am really interested in becoming a doctor in the future. However my main interest is becoming an anesthesiologist. I would like to ask any one who is or knows the routine of an anesthesiologist, and what they do on a day to day basis, and the best and worst...

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Bhavan Apr 20, 2016 1036 views

what is antibiotics

medicine practionar #doctor #medicine

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Biak Mar 03, 2016 1268 views

When should I get my first internship if I want to become a doctor?

I wanted to become a doctor. #doctor #science #pharmacists

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Alexandria Mar 15, 2016 1235 views

in school what classes do you need to worry about if you want to become a pediatrician

I would like to go into the medical field and work with babies . #doctor #medicine #pediatrics #pediatric-nursing