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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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Ruixin Nov 30, 2025 125 views

What are the most important things to be aware of when you start working at a hospital, ?

I mean specifically in patient safety, infection control, etc.

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Elise Nov 29, 2025 351 views

What undergrad experience was the most valuable to you as a physician?

What experience during your undergraduate education was most valuable in preparing for your career in medicine? I am a senior in high school preparing to start college next year, and I’m want to make the most of my time in undergrad. My goal is to pursue medicine, specifically surgery. What...

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Julia Nov 29, 2025 563 views

What are specific sacrifices that pre-med or medical students often underestimate?

Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...

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Temi Nov 24, 2025 450 views

What does a day as a dermatologist look like ?

Hi! Im currently a sophmore in high school and have interest in the medical field and dermatology is something I am considering. I would like to know more about the daily life of a dermatologist to make a educated decision.

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Adeline Nov 12, 2025 562 views

What are the best university options for an aspiring Physician Assistant and what major best aligns with prerequisite coursework for graduate school?

I'm in the process of college research and I am struggling to find what schools are best for future physician assistants and it seems as if there are so many options for majors as well.

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Vincent Nov 11, 2025 182 views

How do I become the best medical school applicant while in college?

I want to know how to start building my resume while in college, and gain acceptance into a medical school that can tailor to my needs and strengths.

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alejandro Nov 11, 2025 645 views

How can I prepare myself academically before starting med school?

Any online course or textbook that I should be getting to get ready?

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alejandro Nov 11, 2025 355 views

What extracurricular activities would help to apply for a med school?

Would any volunteer work help aswell?

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Connie Nov 10, 2025 462 views

How would you best describe the process of medical school ? What are some of the main challenges, and how did you overcome them?

I am a high school graduate hoping to go into medical school and would appreciate your advice on navigating the challenges of medical school. What are some of the main challenges, and how did you overcome them? How do you balance intensive study with other interests and spending time with loved...

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Lianys Nov 11, 2025 362 views

If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self starting the pre-med journey, what would it be? #Fall25

Hi! I’m currently a high school senior, wanting to pursue a career in medicine. I understand this is a very demanding field and would appreciate any advice to succeed and achieve my goal from the very beginning. Thank you!

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Diego Nov 10, 2025 181 views

How can I make sure on the medical specialty I which to seek for after I'm done with generals?

I've got a specific specialty in mind that I am interested in, though I've been told people must be sure so how do I make sure I actually want it?

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Diego Nov 10, 2025 351 views

What are some classes I should watch out for the medicine career?

I've been told constantly that there are certain classes which I should look out for and not take like the rest.

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Jose Nov 10, 2025 470 views

What is the most important thing when it comes to taking a career related to science?

Should I memorize and practice many formulas, or will I be able to access them on my tests?

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Adaeze Nov 09, 2025 863 views

What’s the best way to start pursuing multiple passions — like medicine, filmmaking, writing, acting, and ambassadorship — while still giving enough focus to my main career path in medicine How can I grow in all these areas without burning out or losing direction??

Hi everyone! I’m starting college this Friday to study medicine — becoming a doctor has always been one of my biggest dreams. But I’ve also had a deep love for storytelling, creativity, and leadership. I hope to one day produce films and documentaries that inspire people, write books, act in...

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Danielle Nov 07, 2025 531 views

Is medical school worth being a doctor over a nurse?

I don't know if the money, time, and effort is worth going to medical school instead of just being a nurse. What do you think? #Fall25