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James Hanson

Pediatric Intensive Care Physician; Consultant
Healthcare Support Occupations - Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Oakland, California
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Ariana May 11 345 views

Who do you now if the career you choose is that one ?

I want to be a psychiatrist, but I don't know if it is the right one.

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Eleonore Apr 21 79 views

What is the best way to start prepping for med school? Would it be building clinical hours and experience? And how do I set myself apart from the crowd of other people applying for med school?

What is the best way to start prepping for med school? Would it be building clinical hours and experience? And how do I set myself apart from the crowd of other people applying for med school?

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Isabelle Apr 18 158 views

What more opportunities will be granted to me as an L&D (labor and delivery) nurse if I obtain my Bachelor's Degree?

Am I still able to specialize as an L&D nurse with only an Associate's degree in nursing? If so, will obtaining a Bachelor's degree make a significant difference in the opportunities to work in healthcare? #Spring26

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Madeline Apr 18 250 views

What makes you stand out for medical school applications?

I will be attending college in the fall, and wanted to know what are some things I can start my Freshmen year. And if it is necessary to start early or not. #Spring26

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Arden Apr 08 228 views

When it comes to preparing for graduate/professional school, what is one major difference between this time period and preparing for undergraduate school ? #Spring26

I am starting medical school in the fall, and I am not sure what to expect of the transition. How do I best prepare?

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Valerie Apr 19 1685 views

What does it take to be an effective and efficient nurse?

I am asking this question to ensure before going to nursing school I understand good workflow for nursing.

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Ryann Apr 19 1455 views

What are the different places you did your residency and/or fellowship and how did it better prepare you for your Medical Examiner Certification ?

I'm currently a college freshman who wants to be a forensic pathologist. I understand that you don't always get residency in your direct field, so I would like to know some close options that would benefit me and better my knowledge for my career.

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Devin Apr 29 89 views

What ethical challenges are unique to anesthesiology, and how do practitioners navigate situations where rapid decisions must be made under pressure? #Spring26

I am a college freshman planning to pursue a career in anesthesiology after medical school, and I want to better understand what to expect in the field and how to effectively handle situations I may face in my future career.

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Gabrielle Apr 29 98 views

What job should I do during college?

What job should I get while in nursing school to gain the best experience if I want to be come a CRNA ?

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Jayden Apr 28 327 views

How could I get along with my professors so I can have a choice for getting a research position?

I'm an upcoming first year student and I'm planning to take the Pre-Med route

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Jessie Apr 29 134 views

How and when should I start studying for the MCAT? #Spring26

I start college in the fall and will be majoring in pre-med to later specialize in forensic medicine. I want to know when I should start studying for the MCAT, to maximize my ability to get a good score when the time comes for me to transition to medical school. I would also appreciate some...

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Lily Apr 28 65 views

How do you navigate the challenges of adapting to different healthcare systems, patient populations, and workplace culture while maintaining high-quality care as a travel nurse?

I am a senior in high school who is going to college to study nursing and play volleyball all at the same time so I'm hoping that the answers to this question can help me in college and in my future after that.

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Isabel Apr 30 70 views

What are unique opportunities that can help me be confident that my future career is in medicine? #Spring26?

I have volunteered in the past and have experience as a BT, but I want to try something new that will give me different insights.

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Jayred Apr 30 168 views

How do caregivers or any health providers, for example, me, as I dream of being a clinical psychologist and/or a neuropsychologist, stay calm while giving terrible news? From the perspective of our primary doctor or psychologist, with whom we build a connection with through empathy as we talk and get to know each other: how do you tell your closest patient they have a certain number of days left after a brain injury? #Spring26?

I am a sophomore in college and will be transferring to Vanderbilt University, entering as a junior, majoring in psychology with a concentration in neuroscience.

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Jacqueline Apr 30 100 views

What major is recommended better for pre-med if I'm undecided? #spring26

I know I want to do something with medicine; however, not sure what major to pick. I have various interests and I'm a bit confused as to what major to select. Is it possible to do a double major without burning myself up if I also want to be involved with school clubs/organizations?

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Cole Apr 30 193 views

How rewarding is it to know you are directly helping or contributing to something that can benefit many people?

Specifically for those in STEM areas. This fall, I will be attending the University of Washington - Seattle, intending to major in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. I am interested in conducting research in a lab or potentially studying medicine. I would like to know what it feels...

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Dasul Apr 30 211 views

How difficult is it for doctors to keep their honest intentions towards patients from medical school going into their practice?

It seems that as doctors progress in their careers, they become indifferent or kind of careless in their approach to patients and this leads to unethical behavior or attitudes towards patients. Becoming like this is my biggest fear regarding my career...

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Olivia Apr 23 396 views

As a current college sophomore, how do I begin making meaningful connections in the healthcare field?

I am currently studying health science, planning to complete an Masters of Science in Nursing after my undergraduate education.

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Imani Apr 22 263 views

How do I balance GPA, extracurriculars, and clinical experience as a pre-med student #Spring26

I’m currently a high school senior planning to go to college on a pre-med track. I’m really interested in science, especially biology and anatomy, and I’ve done well in those classes. I’m trying to understand how to best prepare for medical school early on, including what I should focus on...

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Kubra Apr 22 48 views

How can I effectively transform my challenges into achievements by strategically leveraging my power of resilience into healthcare and address complex, real-world issues? #Spring25

Although I ask this question from a nursing student perspective, I believe this approach is foundational to succeed in any field. The answer does not have to focus on a healthcare setting and give a broad explanation of developing coping strategies and using resilience as a tool to approach...

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Grady Apr 22 179 views

What specifically do you have to do to be an anesthesiologist?

If you want to be an anesthesiologist, what would I have to do if I became one.

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Maribel Apr 22 136 views

What advice would you give to someone returning to school after five years to pursue a Master of Health Administration (MHA) program? #Spring26

I have a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies and five years of experience as an administrative assistant at UCLA Health. #Spring26

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Cristy Apr 21 62 views

What is something you wish you had done differently during undergrad that would have made your path to becoming a physician easier or more efficient, especially if you were a first-generation student?

I’m currently a Biology major undergraduate student pursuing a career in medicine and I’m also a first-generation college student. I’m trying to be more intentional with how I use my time in college academically, professionally, and personally. I’d really appreciate hearing from physicians...

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Chloe Apr 21 149 views

How do you figure out if you want to go into medicine before going to med school?

Are internships, volunteering, or classes a good representation of what an actual job in the medical field would be like? Or is there a better source?

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Abigail Apr 20 90 views

What is the pathway toward becoming a medical doctor ?

Senior high school 2,Reading,playing football and watching videos on medical history

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Victoria Apr 20 164 views

What are the best steps to take to help in achieving a career as an Anesthesiologist?

I am a BIO Major and have taken all requirements to meet graduation, but now I would like to know the next steps to take; LECOM or other post graduate courses. Which would benefit me to reaching my career goal?

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jadyn Apr 18 202 views

What does a typical day look like for professionals working in oncology infusion, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy, and what are the most meaningful and most challenging parts of that work?

I have been working as a nursing assistant since I was 16 and recently got my phlebotomy license. For a while I thought I wanted to be a nurse, but I recently switched to health science.

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Oluebube Apr 18 118 views

What helped you stay on track through college and medical school if you didn’t have strong financial or family support early on?

I’m a high school student planning to go into pre-med, and I’ve mostly been figuring out the whole college process on my own. Money is a big concern for me, so I know I’ll have to rely a lot on scholarships and my own effort to get through school. I asked this question because I want to hear...

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Devinia-BaoChau Apr 20 114 views

How do doctors resolve ethically challenging dilemmas or cases with their patients?

Hello, I am going to be a first year medical student at a DO school and am interested in OBGYN and anesthesiology. I know that medical ethics is a course that physicians have to take but it seems unnerving when different values conflict and you have to choose the best treatment that will align...

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Jordan Apr 19 88 views

How can I pursue a PhD in research on nutrition affecting behavioral health regarding autism (?

How can I pursue a PhD in research on nutrition affecting behavioral health regarding autism? I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician II with a BA in psychology, and I witness firsthand how much nutrition can impact behavior. However, there are a lot of hoops to jump through for me to...