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![Lonnell’s Avatar](https://res.cloudinary.com/careervillage/avatars/avatars-v4/v4_avatar-99.webp)
How long do I need to go to school to be a doctor?
I am interested in being a doctor but I need to know how long I will have to go to college. #college #doctor #medicine #medicine-school
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How did you choose your specialty in medicine?
What did you do to get a feel for the different fields in medicine and settle for one specifically? #doctor #career #medicine #healthcare #pre-med
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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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If you could go back and change one thing, to prepare you for med school, what would it be?
I've heard that med school is very tough, and I want to prepare as best as I can. #medical-school #premed
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What extracurricular experiences (beyond academics) do you believe were most beneficial in helping you prepare for and enter medical school?
I plan to apply for medical schools within the next 2 years and am curious as to what has been most helpful for others (in their personal opinion) to gain acceptance. I often hear that while grades and honors are important, there are many other things that admissions committees look for in an...
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Can anyone clear up the hierarchy of Doctor?
I want to be a doctor and was just was wondering what the progression was from first year of medical school till your at the top. Also what is the top? What kind of titles do certain Doctor have? #doctor #medicine #healthcare #health #pre-med
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How much, on average, does medical school cost? Is there a way to get financial aid?
I want to make sure that I am prepared for the financial load I'm taking on. #medical-school
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Can I become a RN first and then work up to becoming a physician?
I am asking this question because I want to have a career in the medical field and want advice on what steps I should take to achieving my goal #medicine #healthcare #pre-med #registered-nurses #physicians
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Is the cost of medical school education worth it?
I'm considering attending medical school eventually. #doctor #medicine #medicine-school
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What should I do as a college freshmen to prepare for med school?
Hi, my name is Jenny! I am curious to know what I should do as of freshmen year in college to be fully prepped when applying to med school. #doctor #medicine #pre-med #doctorate-degree
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What Math courses do I need to take to get into medical school?
I MIGHT or might not go to medical school. For my current major, the only math classes I have to take are Precalculus and Statistics. Do I need one or two Calculus courses, too, or anything else? #college #mathematics #medical-school
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If you're stuck between two career paths, how do you go about deciding on one of them?
I'm thinking about going into graphic design versus becoming a Pre-Med student. I love Biology, but I'm terrible at math and think I would do way better in an artsier career where I could let my right brain thoughts flow freely. My parents would definitely push me to go the Pre-Med path, even...
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I would like to become a physician assistant. Which classes should I consider taking in undergrad school?
I would like to become a physician assistant and I'm not sure which classes to take in undergrad school in order to prepare. #medicine #medical-education #physicians-assistant #family-medicine
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Do you prefer working in a hospital or as a private practitioner?
I'm a high school student looking to go into neurology, and I've always wanted to work in a hospital. I currently volunteer at a hospital, and I want to know if working there is better than having your own private practice. #doctor #medical-school #hospital #neuroscience #neurology
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What do you surgeons actually do on a regular day?
I am interested in becoming a surgeon someday and I need to know the the type of circumstances I'll be in. What would you (surgeons) say you do on a regular day? Thank you! #healthcare #medical-school #surgery #surgeon
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Of all the areas of study why pick medicine?? How much is the work load compared to other major areas?? Do you think that the effort you put in is qorht it.
The study area of medicine is really hard, and I would to know whether or not it is worth it to pick this area of study. #medicine #pre-med
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When would be a good time to start shadowing a professional doctor?
I'm interested in medical school and would like to increase my chances of getting in. #medicine #biology -school -research
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As a prospective pre-med student, are there any novels I should check out that are geared towards the medical field?
While I know reading independently and for fun is beneficial to all individuals, I wanted to know if any (both fiction and non-fiction) books are quintessential to a pre-medical student?
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How many hours a day do you spend studying in med school
I am currently on a high school schedule that attempts to show you what a college schedule is like. I am trying to train myself to study the way i need to for college. #medical-school
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For those of you who went to medical school but didn't major in a Science, what did you major in?
I want to become a pediatrician in the future, however, I've heard that just because you plan on going to medical school doesn't mean you have to major in a science. I would like to keep my options open and seeing what else people have majored in would help me do that. #college-major #medical-school
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Nursing as Pre-med?
Taking any course can be your "pre-med" as long as you complete the pre-requisites of the med school you want to go to BUT is nursing a good "pre-med" thinking that it will show you the "feels" of becoming a doctor? #doctor #medicine #nursing #school #student #physicians #med
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Are undergraduate students able to internship in a hospital?
I've been looking at many internships related to healthcare and many of them require bachelor degrees or other requirements that undergraduates don't have. #nursing #biology #pre-med
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Is it difficult to get a job as an asthma specialist?
I'm considering studying that once I get to medical school but I'm wondering if it's worth it. Will there be enough jobs open or should I think of another field to go into to? #college #medicine #school #astthma
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Is it unnecessary to go to an expensive and prestigious undergraduate college when planning on attending medical school?
If you need a high GPA to get into medical school, would it be better to choose a state school with the potential to get a higher GPA? #medicine #pediatrics #medical-school #undergraduate #gpa
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When pursuing a career in medicine, what are things that one can do in high school (as a junior) to better prepare for this career?
I want to pursue a career as a cardiologist. I also want to be prepared for college and pre med school. What are internships that I should research? Are there certain classes I should take as a high school student? #medicine #pre-med #surgery #medical-education #general-surgery
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What can I do to prepare for pre-med as a high school freshman?
I am currently a freshman and I want to do my best to prepare for the expense as well as make myself stand out as a candidate when I apply to highly selective universities. #pre-med #college-admissions
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I have an upcoming interview at a medical school, how do you prepare for a one-on-one interview?
I have a one-on-one interview at a medical school coming up. Does anyone have any helpful tips on what to prepare for and how to approach the interview.
For reference: I have a masters degree in biomedical sciences and a bachelors degree in mathematics. #medicine -school #interview
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What should I major in to get acceptance into med school if the college I attend does not have a pre-med track?
I want to ensure that my college credits are used wisely. #medicine #biology #pre-med #chemistry
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What major is required or essential to become a physician or medical professional?
I am going to be majoring in Biology and Business this upcoming year. I aspire to become a physician in the years to come. I just wanted to know if those majors would cover the pre-medical requirements. #medicine #college-major #college-admissions #physician #college-majors #premed
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How to become a Neurosurgeon?
Okay so I have a question or multiple. I am very uneducated about all of this. I am already taking college classes now. Is there anyway I could just go straight into medical school? What is residency? If it is what I am thinking is there anyway to do reisdency in another state or do you have to...