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Michael Cadra, MD, DMD, FACS

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, physician and dentist
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Nipomo, California
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Avah Oct 22, 2025 1210 views

What can I do to narrow down my options for a career in medicine?

I'm a high school student who is really interested in going in to the medical field after college. I'm currently taking three biology related courses at school (biology, neuroscience, and anatomy and physiology) and I want to narrow down my options to a specific field of medicine to specialize...

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Marley Jul 29, 2025 1857 views

I am a senior in highschool this upcoming August and I really want to become a doctor but my family is low income and I have por grades. What do I do?

I love anything related to the brain, nerves, surgery, and biology.
I feel very hopeless, I need advice please

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Sofia Apr 23, 2025 1009 views

How can I be a health professional who both serves my patients in their needs, while sharing my Christian faith throughout my practice ?

- High School Senior pursuing medicine and healthcare
- Volunteers at church every Sunday in children's ministry
- Has done two dermatology internships
- Currently working at a med-spa
- Equestrian and golfer
- Interested in owning a practice and participating in medical missions trips

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Iliana Apr 11, 2025 460 views

What made you choose the route of becoming a physician instead of pursuing any other medical career and when was your "Aha!" moment.?

I am an an 18 year old high school senior and I've wanted to be a physician/dermatologist since I was about 13. How open should I be to exploring other areas of medicine as I progress through my undergraduate major and then med school. #Spring25

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Courtney Apr 08, 2025 980 views

What STEM classes do you recommend taking before taking the MCAT ? (please also recommend classes outside of med school reqs) #Spring2025

I'm starting college this year but I also want to take classes outside of medical school requirements as well as what year I should take them. Thanks!

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Taylor Apr 05, 2025 642 views

What advice would you give to pre-med students looking to boost their med school applications if their grades aren’t where they’d like them to be? #Spring25

I am currently a sophomore in college, with a biochemistry major. I was doing well with a 3.5 GPA before I had a bad semester. This semester is well, but I still need some advice because my GPA might not bounce back! I am currently trying to be more involved on campus, but I am not sure if it...

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Kaileigh Mar 23, 2025 2380 views

What advice would you suggest for getting into a more competitive school for neurosurgery?

I have a 4.25 GPA, 1532 SAT, and a 34 ACT. I am taking 6 AP classes, in 2 honor societies, participate in sports, and very involved music.

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jeren Mar 18, 2025 880 views

How do I get better at studying and be more focused?

Even though I try to study, I get side tracked really fast and lose focus

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Jayden Mar 14, 2025 2758 views

What is the ideal route to becoming a dentist?

I want to be a dentist and I was wondering what the ideal path take is. High school classes and extracurriculars/internships. Ideal major.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Jan 09, 2025 1809 views

How to become a plastic surgeon?

Share your journey & guide aspiring plastic surgeons on their path!

Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.

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angel Dec 21, 2024 3882 views

Prerequisite Classes at a Community College?

Hi everyone, I'm a college student studying on a pre-med track, and I'm planning to take math (calculus) and physics classes at a community college to help reduce the cost of my education. However, I've heard that taking prerequisites like these at a community college might hurt my chances of...

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Edward Dec 17, 2024 966 views

What kind of classes or steps do I need to take in high school and college to become a dentist?

I am currently in highschool and have taken multiple science courses and have taken dual enrollment classes. In college, I am wondering what classes are needed to become a dentist and what major would be the best for me.

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Jay Dec 13, 2024 758 views

Why is it that Doctors are understaffed?

It is commonly known that there aren't many Doctors, but why is that exactly? Is it due to the commitment required? or something else entirely?

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brianna Dec 06, 2024 4315 views

What are some high paying jobs in the medical field that mainly work with adults?

I want to get knowledge about all options that will allow me to live a lavish life style while still not working with kids as I don't really have a passion for that

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annie Dec 03, 2024 1071 views

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.

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angel Dec 01, 2024 3931 views

Affordable Online Certifications for Pre-Med Students?

Hey, does anyone know good certifications for pre-med students that I can do online? I’m looking for something practical, like in healthcare, research, or patient care, and ideally at a reduced cost. Also, how do I get started with them online? Any tips or recommendations would be awesome thanks!

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faith Nov 27, 2024 867 views

how do i become a doctor in all states?

in high school

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jazmen Nov 26, 2024 934 views

How can I get set up with volunteering opportunities?

I have been a dental assistant for 7 years and am looking for volunteer options to help with my dental school application and process.

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katerina Oct 25, 2024 816 views

How good is work-life balance as a surgeon #Fall24?

I am curious as to how good work-life is as a surgeon. Would I be able to spend enough time with my family in the future? This is something I highly value.

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Hailey Oct 25, 2024 933 views

How do I become a denist?

The school I want to go too, ( Northern Arizona University) has a 2 year dental program. I have asked this question before and the most common answer was to major in biology and then do medical school after. Do I just do the dental program while attending the college, or do I major in biology...

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Isabella Oct 14, 2024 717 views

medical specialty choice?

How do I know what specialty to pick if I would like to study medicine

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Valeria Oct 09, 2024 823 views

What are the advantages of becoming a dermatologist and pediatrician?

I am a 9th grader who is intrested in becoming a dermatologist or pediatrician.

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Morgan Sep 09, 2024 710 views

Day in the the life?

Looking for advice

What's a day in the life like of a doctor?

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Sherlyn Aug 29, 2024 1042 views

Hi I’m a 7th grader I want to be dentist can I have more advice about dentist.?

How do I get better at being a dentist.

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Ava Aug 29, 2024 577 views

How to become a doctor, how to learn soft skills, and how to become successful in the future.

I want to become a doctor and I want to learn the basic skills to do that in the future.

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Ava Aug 19, 2024 945 views

when should you take mcat prep courses?

I am A sophmore in Highschool when should I do MCAT prep. Should I start it in high school or should i wait till college. I need help with it asap becuse i dont know

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andrew Aug 15, 2024 4145 views

how much do doctors earn annually?

how much do doctors earn annually

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Labiba Jul 22, 2024 1617 views

I'm a junior in high school wanting to be an oncologist. I want to take the BS/MD path but I'm not sure what the process and steps are?

Hi, I'm really lost and don't have anyone that has gone through the american education system. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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Aarushi Jul 05, 2024 1251 views

How do you know if dentistry is for you? How can you get ready for this path as a rising senior in high school?

What are the pros and cons of dentistry( Like in education and day to day life)?

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Jadyn Jul 12, 2024 1260 views

Would going to Mizzou university be a good school to go to if i want to become a surgeon in the future?

I am currently trying to find a good school to go to pursue my career. Im also not really sure what i would have to study or what programs to do in college. So i was wondering if anyone can provide tips and is Missouri is not a good school option maybe recommend some. I want to either be a...

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Ella Jul 08, 2024 1718 views

Can visually impaired or physically disabled people become dentists? Can you get time extensions in dental school if you have accommodations

I am completely blind in my left eye and I was wondering if I could still work in the oral cavity with limited vision. I am also in a wheelchair and I was wondering if there were any physically disabled dentists.

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Alayna May 21, 2024 817 views

What is the best major to take in college if you want to be a surgeon?

I want to become a Pediatric or Neonatal Surgeon and am genuinely curious what major most people who take this pathway take.

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angela Apr 30, 2024 2485 views

which is the best medical school?

medical school tips

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Yossi May 30, 2024 1124 views

What is the percentage of doctors being accepted into the healthcare industry

I want to try to become a doctor but I'm scared once I finish my graduation I will not be able to find a job in my field of medicine and would like to know which places would be the best to accept in.

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adrian May 21, 2024 1167 views

How to become an Anesthesiologist? I need help on how. Why, because they make good money and my anesthesiologist helped calm me down when I went into surgery.?

Anesthesiologist. I need help on how. Why, because they make good money and my anesthesiologist helped calm me down when I went into surgery.

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Ethan May 20, 2024 1373 views

What are the best proven study habits to have while in college?

I’m 18 and I’m in high-school going on to college for nursing and I’m apart of NTHS. Not entirely sure what study habits I should have. #Spring24 #College #Studyhabits

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Benito Feb 02, 2023 1562 views

What is an example of a surgery that a maxillofacial / oral surgeon would do?

What is an example of a surgery that a maxillofacial / oral surgeon would do?