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Suzanne Sorkin

Retired family physician and medical educator
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Traverse City, Michigan
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Michelle Mar 03 780 views

How can I ensure a successful career path in academia or industry after completing a PhD specializing in quantum physics, considering my diverse interests in languages and creative pursuits as well?

As someone who completed a bachelor's degree in chemistry and a master's in materials chemistry from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and worked as a product engineer for 7 years, I have a solid technical background. However, I have a persistent keen interest in physics, particularly...

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Kadijah Mar 05 414 views

How can I create a good and right study schedule to get good grades and scholarship to my dream college for medical school ?

Hi, I'm a high school student; and I will be graduating next year. I always wanted to be a doctor and I still want to be ; now a surgeon. I want to follow my dreams, but I just can't find my passion. Please can you give me advices on how to know what I really have passion for, and to study...

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Alex Feb 29 234 views

Why are you once to be a doctor ?

That was my childhood dream

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Thomas Feb 21 533 views

Is it possible to become an oncologist and a radiologist and can you be both at the same time?

Is it possible to become an oncologist and a radiologist and can you be both at the same time?

Emma’s Avatar
Emma Feb 21 459 views

How scary is it being a doctor and knowing that you can't save everyone?

I'm just really curious because I want to be a pediatric oncologist.

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daneielle Nov 19, 2023 248 views

What type of entry job to apply to while looking for career path?

What type of jobs that are entry level should I apply for while I try to figure out my career path, that may provide me with useful skills? Interested in science, immuno, etc, no Med school. No patient care. Thanks!

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Natalia Nov 19, 2023 454 views

What do I have to go thru to be a doctor?

I don’t know how to do it and would like people to help me

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Shambhvi Jul 10, 2023 271 views

What are some things I should do in freshmen year to stand out to colleges?

I want to do med and I am currently a high school freshmen.

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Sophia May 28, 2023 867 views

What are some of the pros and cons of being a family physician vs the pros and cons of being a specialist?

I am a female in 9th grade and I am considering pursuing a medical career. I love helping people and I love problem-solving. I am deeply analytical and I have always found medicine intriguing. Thank you so much and have a wonderful day!

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C May 22, 2023 516 views

What classes should you take in high school to become an orthopedic surgeon?

I'm a Freshman, I want to save money, I do band, and I play two sports, I'm wanting to know what stem classes I should take to make colleges want to accept me into their school.

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Arno May 18, 2023 276 views

What are the best things during my sophomore year in college to do to up my chances of getting into med school?

I am going into sophomore year as a biochemistry major. I still have a 4.0 GPA but I don't really know where or how to up my chance of getting into NYU medical school

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Kadence May 13, 2023 298 views

I need science based job ideas.

I am looking for a science-related job. I don't really care a lot about money and just want a pretty non-stressful job, any ideas for me?

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chris May 09, 2023 717 views

what job can I go for with a history degree?

I'm 18 and my hobbies are studying history and mythology building

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Mira May 05, 2023 809 views

How do I actually get into top tier schools?

Hi! I am aiming for top tier schools. I am a current freshman, 4.0 GPA. I do student council and mock trial. This year I took one AP and advanced class, next year I will be taking 3-4 AP classes. I am interested in zoology, pediatrics, youth advocacy, law, and government. What can I be doing to...

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CareerVillage Office Hours May 02, 2023 271 views

How many years did you go to college?

I'm in the 9th grade and I want to be a vet

Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student

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Isabelle Apr 29, 2023 242 views

What College should I attend if I want to be an Anesthesiologist?

I know there are a lot of great colleges out there for med school, but I want to know which colleges are the best for this position in the medical field.

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Kennedy Apr 24, 2023 279 views

What courses are best to take for the biomedical field?

I am a freshman in high school and looking to take classes best suited for my future. I am hoping to be a biomedical engineer or in the biotech feild working with cells. I am hoping to go to NCSU. Currently my favorite class in school is biology so I am wanting more classes like that.

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Katherine Apr 20, 2023 269 views

Is there any programs, internships related to health in San Francisco?

I would like to be part of any program, internship in health so I can get experience.

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Roberto Apr 18, 2023 290 views

Are there any related careers to a psychiatrist that you would recommend?

Do you know any careers in San Jose that would be related to a psychiatrist?

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Kane Apr 18, 2023 232 views

How do you expect hiring for psychiatry in the region to increase, decrease, or stay the same over the next few years?

I'm currently completing my diploma as well as a trade on the side. I plan on going to community college for two years and then to a 4-year college. After that to get my bachelor's and masters. I'd like to know what it takes to get through all of these courses to get the optimal outcome. I know...

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Dayeon Apr 16, 2023 360 views

What should I do to prepare for medical school ?

I’m starting college this fall on premed track.

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andreeka Apr 12, 2023 312 views

what are some jobs through seamanship that don't include being on water ??

I like seamanship but I am not a fan of large bodies of water.

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Tamara Mar 18, 2023 382 views

Is there an option of being a microbiologist without working in the clinical area?

I have a bachelor's degree in agronomy, but my biggest dream is to become a microbiologist. The issue is that I wouldn´t say I like the hospital environment or being around clinical samples. So, my doubt is there other areas of microbiology that I can study and work on without being in the...

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Qinglin Mar 15, 2023 466 views

What are your major motivations helping us out on this platform?

I have asked some questions at career village and the answers I got were extremely helpful and supportive as well. I am very grateful for the help from all the people who answered my questions. I am really curious about what prompts you to help us out in this way, and why you choose to help us...

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Emma Feb 17, 2023 564 views

Are there a lot of baking jobs open in the US?

I want to be a baker but don't know if the industry will support me in life.

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Sebastian Feb 05, 2023 289 views

What are the chance of pursuing a career in international relations?

What are the chances of getting into the diplomacy field and is it really an attainable goal. I am a high school junior and am wondering about the difficulty level of becoming an ambassador and want to get a better idea of the obstacles i will have to face to reach my job.

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nghi Nov 03, 2022 325 views

The Demand for High School Academic Counselors in 5 Years

As a high school academic counselor, you have likely witnessed massive layoffs of counselors during recessions such as the one during Covid-19. Simultaneously, most can agree that in California at least, there is a huge lack of academic counselors in comparison to students. Where do you see the...

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Clinton Oct 26, 2022 501 views

How difficult is it getting the education needed to be a sports physician?

What would you have to go through to get to be called a doctor

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shree Oct 25, 2022 432 views

Shadow an EMT?

I want to shadow an EMT to learn some practical skills. I am 15 years old. How do I find such opportunities to shadow and learn from an EMT ?

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Yareli Oct 25, 2022 853 views

What are some career jobs I can get with a bachelors in criminal justice?

I have an interest in criminal justice but I’m not sure I have all the info about the careers available

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Casandra Sep 22, 2022 410 views

what made you want to become a medical assistant?

I am very curious to see someone going towards the same career as me , has the same mentality as to why you want/wanted to become a medical assistant.

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Kaniya Sep 16, 2022 364 views

What does being a doctor include? Do you have to do a lot of sacrificing?

What does being a doctor include? Do you have to do a lot of sacrificing?

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Okikioluwa Jul 08, 2022 543 views

Hello, what masters programs can I do with a bachelors degree in human anatomy with a chance of getting employment.

I have a bachelors degree in human anatomy. I love to work preferably in a hospital or a pharmaceutical research lab.

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Jonathan Jun 29, 2022 683 views

Questions Regarding A Librarianship Career

How much does a Librarian earn right out of college? What majors are required to become one, and what non-essential majors would give me an advantage in the field? What types of Librarians receive the highest wages? Also, is it possible to become hired as a Librarian without going to college?...

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Kimberly Jun 20, 2022 594 views

Can I have more than one career ?

I want to be more than one career and honestly want to know if it's possible to have multiple careers since it's a passion to continue helping people and animals.

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Alexandria Jun 10, 2022 562 views

What are somethings you can do to stand out in medical school?

As a medical student are there any remote opportunities, professional development, or career advice to help students differentiate from others in securing a job?

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Brooke Jun 03, 2022 399 views

What kind of jobs can I get with a degree in health science pre-clinical track?

Majoring in health science pre-clinical track. Wondering what jobs are available with this degree. Thank you

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Christopher Jun 03, 2022 490 views

What path would you recommend to someone just starting out?

What choices are ahead of me that I don't know about yet? What is the best options i can take advantage of? How can i make the most of my time?

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amir May 23, 2022 435 views

are their any careers paths that deals with cannabis?

are their any careers paths that deals with cannabis?

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James May 25, 2022 582 views

what type of school can i go to to learn how to become a barber?

i want to learn so that it can be another source of income.

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Sapna May 22, 2022 1887 views

I'm good in biology but I don't want to go in medical field. I love engineering but I'm not good in math. So I'm struggling what to do?

I would choose any career related to biology but with less involvement in medical field. I think that kind if job is hard to find but at least I need some kind of suggestions from anyone.

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Marquessa May 16, 2022 2952 views

What is the required education to become an x-ray technician?

I am using mypace to decide what I wish to do, but it does not say the required education level, I am wondering if I'd need through college or medical school to become an x-ray technician, or if a highschool education will be enough.

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Awais May 08, 2022 540 views

What do i need to get in dental field

am looking into getting in medical career any advice on what to take and what college more specifically my goal is to get in dental field

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jaycea May 05, 2022 755 views

What would be the best college to attend to, to become a General Surgeon ? ?

What would be the best college to attend to, to become a General Surgeon ? ?

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Sian Apr 19, 2022 400 views

Is being a marine engineer something that takes hard work, or do you have to be good right from the start?

I want to become a marine engineer but I don't think I have the skills. I just don't think I'm smart enough, but I'm eager to learn.

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meila Apr 19, 2022 440 views

what school do you want to go to if your into construction .

im into construction.

Austin’s Avatar
Austin Mar 02, 2022 599 views

What does a daily schedule look like as a conservation officer?

I am interested in becoming a conservation officer

Anita’s Avatar
Anita Apr 08, 2022 855 views

Will the demand for pediatricians increase in the next 10 years?

It's crazy how technology is taking control of many careers. Will pediatricians be in more or less demand than currently? Based of statistics and such.

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Isabella Apr 05, 2022 445 views

What is the best way to gain experience in the field of genetic counseling?

It seems that shadowing and volunteer opportunities are few and far between.

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Alayn Mar 28, 2022 491 views

What are good careers paths for introverted people, or how I could go about finding one?

I've never been the best with people but have always wanted to have a career in a science related field.