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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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Maribel Apr 22 204 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 84 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 21 165 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 20 107 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 20 191 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 18 229 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 18 131 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 20 145 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 19 114 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...

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Ashley Apr 16 232 views

How can I learn to be the best at what I do to save the people under my care?

I currently work in the health care field at a level one trauma center, we juggle multiple patients at once and it can get a little intimidating at times.

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Olivia Apr 15 127 views

#Spring26 Is becoming a Nurse better than being in a specialized care?

I just want to know if I should specialize or not.

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Delaney Apr 14 246 views

How would you go about burnout within your job after you have been working for 10+ years?

I am currently a nursing student and I'm excited to work however I'm scared of burnout within my job due to do the difficult schedules that nurses have. #Spring26

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kaetlynn Apr 14 154 views

Is it worth it to become a nurse practitioner or staying as a RN if i want to be a pediatric oncology nurse?

I am a senior in high school and I am building my path to become a peds oncologist.

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Alana Apr 13 266 views

When you are a psychiatrist, is there any chance that you will get to work with neurosurgeons on hypothesis testing?

I want to conduct many experiments and get far into research to find cures for personality and mood disorders and always had an interest in neurosurgery as well.

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Alyssa Apr 13 160 views

As a pediatric nurse in a hospital setting, what is the most effective approach to support and comfort parents when they are overwhelmed by emotions such as bawling, yelling, etc.? #Spring26

I am a high school senior who aspires to become a pediatric nurse. I am naturally empathetic and I understand how emotional it is for parents when their child is facing serious complications. I am asking this question because I want to prepare myself early and learn the best ways to comfort...

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Robin Apr 13 231 views

How is the research side of medicine (ie. biochemistry and genetics) applied in practical medicine?

I was wondering on how the research leads to application in experimental trials for illnesses such as cancer or genetic illnesses that have yet to be cured. #Spring26

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Ania Apr 08 106 views

When is the best time to get a medical internship and what are some interview strategies to obtain an internship?

This question is specifically for medical internships, ideally one for the field of pediatrics.

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Sanaa Apr 12 343 views

How do I become a radiologist? What does schooling look like, and what does a typical day as a radiologist look like?

Hi, my name is Sanaa and I'm aspiring to become a radiologist. What should my major focus on in my undergrad years? How does applying to medical school work? I'm entering college this fall and I'm curious on how the journey looks realistically.

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Adrian Apr 10 178 views

what can I put on my resume as a 10th grader who's interested in becoming a doctor?

what can I put on my resume as a 10th grader who's interested in becoming a doctor?

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Octavia Apr 10 180 views

How could I progress in my dream career?

How would I be able to get to my dream career quicker which is a neurosurgeon in the medical field? What are some steps I could take either now or in the future to help me progress and get through college?

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Wilson Apr 10 88 views

How can i build a resume as a 10 grader that wants be a doctor after highschool?

write a resume

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Karlie Apr 08 280 views

What are some guiding words you can give to become a pathologists?

I would like to go to med-school to become a doctor, but there's just a lot of steps to get there. I've looked into a pathologists assistant, but I'm not sure if it's a good idea. #Spring25

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Ghaille Apr 08 633 views

What extracurricular activities should I participate in while in college in order to get into medical school?

I'm an aspiring psychiatrist who is currently a high school senior and recently been accepted to prestigious universities like UCLA, UCI, and UCSD. I have participated in many volunteering and academic extracurriculars while in high school. However, I am wondering what I can do while pursuing...

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Wajeeha Apr 06 425 views

What is the best way to prepare for a career that balances clinical practice with medical research?

As an A-level student planning to pursue medicine, I’m interested in not only becoming a doctor but also contributing to medical research that addresses healthcare inequalities. How can I start building the skills, mindset, and experiences needed to succeed in both clinical practice and...

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Larissa Apr 06 1277 views

What are the best MD/PhD programs in the United States and how competitive are they ?

What recommendations do you have to get into such program? Is there a certain MCAT score needed? What do you recommend I put in my personal statement? What are my chances of getting into such program?

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CHIBUZOR Apr 07 293 views

What would you advise someone who intends to become a Neuroscientist after graduating from Medical University I am in my final year and would like to specialise in Neuroscience after graduation #Spring26?

What would you advise someone who intends to become a Neuroscientist after graduating from Medical University? I am in my final year and would like to specialise in Neuroscience after graduation
#Spring26

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Alexa Apr 06 182 views

What are the best study tips for medical school Specifically Ultrasound School?

Study tips for medical school

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Kevin Apr 06 345 views

How do I determine if I want to go through with med school or switch to PA or something else?

I know I want to go into medicine, I am very passionate about helping people and sports medicine. I am also very entrepreneurial so owning a business is something I want in my future. #Spring26

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saichaitrika Apr 05 341 views

what are 3 tasks a surgeon performs ?

the surgeon type is a Pediatric
surgeon.

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Larissa Apr 01 333 views

What is the typical path to becoming a pediatric rheumatologist?

I would like to become a pediatric rheumatologist. I know I need an undergraduate degree and to take specific prerequisites. I also know I need to go to medical school and earn an MD. From there, I would go to residency. However, that is where I get more or less confused and start to not...