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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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Ifra May 18, 2025 2412 views

Is there any job in the medical field with high earning and not too many years of study ?

About to be in college with biology major

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Paige Apr 28, 2025 826 views

Medical School Applications?

How do I know which medical schools to apply to? Also when should I start looking into which medical schools I am interested in attending? The topic of medical school has been coming up since I'm about to start my undergrad #Spring25.

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Amani Apr 27, 2025 563 views

What is the hardest part about your job in the medical field that you wish others were more transparent about?

I am currently a freshman in college and deciding between the pre-med and pre-nursing route. I love taking care and connecting with patients however I also love the analyzing and problem-solving aspect of medicine as well!

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Alec Apr 16, 2025 492 views

What is the best advice you can give to an aspiring radiologist?

I am a high school senior looking to become a radiologist when I am older. I enjoy science and medicine, but I am also interested in finance and engineering.

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Erin Apr 30, 2025 1031 views

What do you feel is the most rewarding part of your job as a pediatrician?

More specifically I want to be a pediatric cardiologist!

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Matthew Apr 30, 2025 1069 views

How can I make sure I keep a my humanity when working in the ED?

How can I make sure that I don’t begin to take the humanity out of patient care by dissociating and looking at them as a “patient” and not as a “person.” I am an aspiring nurse and a high school senior with an internship in the PCU, CCU, and ED.
#Spring25

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Kat Apr 26, 2025 924 views

What is the optimal way to increase my chances of admission to a top-tier medical school as an undergraduate What personal qualities, scores, extracurriculars, and personal experience do medical school admissions committees value most?

Also, How can you tell if you will be a good fit for the medical field? Given that a majority of college students enter freshman year on the "pre-medical" pathway, and most of those students switching to another career pathway due to the competitive nature, what other potential jobs are there...

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Sophia Apr 26, 2025 1660 views

Is it worth it to pursue a specialty in Pediatrics? What are some of the most worthwhile specialties?

I know that I want to pursue a career in the medical field, specializing in pediatrics. I am an incoming college freshman planning to major in Biology and take on the pre-med route. I want to try to explore just general pediatrics for now but I'm curious what it's like studying something...

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Hee-Jean Apr 17, 2025 381 views

What are some tips for med school?

What are the key things medical schools are looking for when looking at applicants? I'm curious what stands out.

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Ania Apr 17, 2025 723 views

What were the most difficult challenges faced in your career of becoming a medical doctor, and what’s some advice could you give me for the future? #Spring25?

I’m currently an upcoming freshman at Penn State Harrisburg. I’ve always had a goal of being a medical doctor since my sophomore year of high school, specifically wanted to go on the track of being a psychiatrist. There are not many psychiatrists around me to be able to receive advice and...

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Janisa Apr 20, 2025 642 views

What are the most important non medical lessons that a nursing student must learn upon entering a professional environment of nursing and patient care? #Spring25

I will be an incoming freshman pursing a BSN. Nursing school is intended to provide you with the medical aspects and patient care components of the field. I want to be prepared for this as well as other obstacles that might come my way in order to be a more well rounded healthcare worker.

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Keara Apr 21, 2025 1468 views

I'm pursuing a career in ultrasound, but I'm undecided on which specialty to choose (like OB/GYN, cardiac, or vascular). What's the best way to figure out which ultrasound specialty is the right fit for me #Spring25?

I'm currently a college student pursuing a career in diagnostic medical sonography. I'm really interested in the heart and how it works, so cardiac ultrasound stands out to me. But I also think I’d enjoy working in OB/GYN and being part of such special moments in patients’ lives. I’d love some...

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Marimi Apr 21, 2025 2588 views

What jobs can you get with a Biology Bachelors of Science ? What career paths include a bachelors in Biology ?

I am wondering what medical or scientific major is right for me to study.

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Shylah Apr 22, 2025 845 views

What is the process of becoming a doctor like?

I wish to be an anesthesiologist after I finish schooling. I know about undergrad and med-school and residency, but what else should I know about the process to get there?

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Elizabeth Apr 16, 2025 319 views

What do i need to study to become a Sport injury Surgeon?

I am wanting to go into the sport field of medicine and want to do athlete recovery or athlete surgeries but i'm not sure were to start.

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Xyza Kayne Apr 17, 2025 682 views

What are some struggles you had to overcome when you first started your career?

I am a freshman at Hopewell High School, I want to get into the medical field to study and become a Pediatrician.

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Van Apr 17, 2025 1023 views

what are some volunteering and internship opportunity for students that is interested in the Medical field and are willing to sign up?

I am a senior with a strong interest in the medical field, currently seeking volunteer and internship opportunities in healthcare to gain hands-on experience and deepen my understanding of the profession.

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Simone Apr 16, 2025 799 views

What is the typical pathway for one to become an ER doctor?

Hello! My name is Simone. I am a high school student who is aspiring to be an ER doctor and am curious about the steps that I can take to advance myself towards the future.

Thank you for your time!

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Eliana Apr 11, 2025 624 views

When becoming a diagnostic medical sonographer, what education and training did you have to go through? What did you find most helpful while studying and learning? What certificates are most important in this field? What type of experience is important for preparing for this job?

I'm a high school student interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. What tips and helpful information regarding becoming a diagnostic medical sonographer should I know?

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Daniella Apr 13, 2025 1527 views

What kind of challenges come with working as a healthcare administrator?

I am an adult transfer, who has recently been accepted into school. As someone who's been both a patient and a caregiver for my father with Alzheimer's, I’ve seen how complex and emotionally demanding the healthcare system can be. These experiences have inspired me to pursue a career in...

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Aiden Apr 11, 2025 802 views

What would a day in the life of an X-ray tech look like?

I am considering a career in MRI or X-ray technology. I want to figure out what the job would be like. I want to see if it would be boring or stressful.

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Allison Apr 11, 2025 582 views

What is a typical day or week like What are some of the biggest challenges/obstacles? What kind of education/knowledge is needed for this job? ?

I'm currently a sophomore in high school, and I'm looking to be a radiologic technologist in my future. I'm not sure what college I want to go to, but I don't know what degree or major I need to pursue.

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Aiden Apr 11, 2025 627 views

Hi I am a sophmore in highschool, highly considering a career in medical technology. Specifically an x-ray tech major. I was wondering what colleges around the Northwest Ohio/Fort Wayne area would be good options? And what CCP classes would you recommend I take?

On the different colleges, I am open to ones that are further away, like Columbus for example.

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Arianna Apr 10, 2025 546 views

What was the most difficult thing in college you had to come across that affected your mental and/or physical health?

How to cope with stress while in school?
what was the easiest part of college?
do you suggest getting your masters or going straight to doctorate school?

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Kristen Apr 10, 2025 677 views

What would you say is your daily routine during work, how long is your shift, and do you necessarily work with hazardous material for Nurse Anesthetists?

This is for an interview, and I'd love for a nurse to answer! Thanks!

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Kathryn Apr 10, 2025 489 views

Will I be able to make a big impact on people while working in the medical field?

caring for others and loving on people is so important to me, and i don't want the stresses of life to get in the way of that

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Mackenzie Apr 09, 2025 485 views

What recommendations do you have for college courses, med school, outside opportunities to lead me to my ultimate goal of being an Endocrinologist working in research to find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes?

This is my goal, as I am a T1D and want to work toward a cure. I will likely want to focus in pediatric research - what suggestions do you have? #spring25

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Croix Apr 06, 2025 496 views

What internships should I be applying for this summer?

Hello everyone! I'm currently a college freshman hoping to go into medical school after I graduate. I'm hoping to get an internship in a clinical setting this summer to get some beginner experience in the field and make sure that this is the right career for me. What advice would you give to...

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Milana Apr 07, 2025 350 views

What are ways I can stand out from other brilliant, young women aspiring to become athletic physicians like myself?

What are the key ways to stand out?

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Joseph Apr 04, 2025 757 views

What are the best strategies to retain complex medical information?

What are the best strategies to retain complex medical information?

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Rylee Apr 02, 2025 869 views

What courses should I take in high School if I want to become a sports medicine doctor or possibly a paramedic?

The university I am hoping to one day attend is western. I am currently in grade 9 (I already selected grade 10 courses). So basically just courses I should take for grade 11 and 12.

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Koryn Apr 03, 2025 795 views

What Should I expect as an upcoming radiology student?

I was recently accepted into a radiology program, and I am not sure what to expect. It will be my second year of college, but my first year in this program.

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Ali Apr 02, 2025 457 views

#Spring25 What are some tips I can use to help me narrow down my choice of what type of doctoral occupation to choose before I get into medical school?

I'm currently a freshman in college, pursuing a bachelor of science in Biological Sciences. I love chemistry and anatomy. I have shadowed many different fields but can't quite pick my favorite yet.

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Afifa Apr 03, 2025 558 views

What was your hardest challenge in medical school, and what advice could you give to future doctors to help overcome this hardship?

I am a high school senior hoping to get admitted into medical school after college. I dream of getting into residency and specializing as a type of physician, but I am unsure what physician yet. I know medical school is very intense and content-heavy, and I wanted to know what those who have...

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Finnegan Apr 03, 2025 639 views

Does the value of saving lives outweigh the emotional burden of losing patients on a daily basis?

I am a high school senior currently enrolled to be a freshman at Boston College this fall. I interned at a hospital this summer, and saw the tragedies of the healthcare field. I am still interested in becoming a surgeon, but realize the emotional and physical toll it can have and wanted...

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Addison Apr 02, 2025 315 views

What are the best ways to prepare for medical school?

I am a first year biomedical engineering major planning to attend medical school.I want to make sure I am on the right track both academically and financially.

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Ja’Kailyn Apr 01, 2025 2058 views

What do u look forward too?

As I think about my future career as an X-ray tech specializing in pediatric patients, I'm curious about how advancements in technology and changes in healthcare practices might impact my role. What skills do you think I should focus on developing to ensure I can provide the best care for young...

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Willow Apr 02, 2025 826 views

What most prepared you for college and medical school applications? ?

I am getting ready to graduate and I plan on starting off by going to a community college then going off to a 4-year university in order to apply for medical school. How should I prepare for all of these plans that will change my life?

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Willow Apr 02, 2025 1173 views

How do I find medical related opportunities for High School?

I know I need to have a lot of different things on my application in order to stand out in the application process. I know that there is also a requirement for research to apply to most schools as well as a requirement for having leadership opportunities. Where and how can I achieve all of...

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Mina Apr 02, 2025 919 views

What AP classes should I take if I want to be an anesthesiologist or a nurse anaesthetist What else should I do to contribute to my future education?

I am currently in grade 10 and unsure of what to do. Open to any help.

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Oskar Mar 31, 2025 1164 views

What do I need to do to become a paleontology?

What are some things I need to know before I become a paleontology and what are some thing I need to do to be one. What are some issues I will come by trying to become a paleontology

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Peter Mar 31, 2025 285 views

What are my goals ?

To have a stable life
To be the first in my family to graduate college
Make my mom proud

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Peter Mar 31, 2025 638 views

How many classes do you need to study radiology ?

I want to study radiology but i dont know how many classes i would have to take for the first semester im a high school student about to graduate

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Melissa Mar 28, 2025 897 views

How do I know what to choose?

I'm not sure If I want to be a medical assistant then move my way up to see if the medical field is for me, or be a dental assistant.

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jeremiah Mar 28, 2025 584 views

what is the most challenging part of becoming a paramedic and how difficult is it mentally and physically How would you prepare yourself mentally for this type of job??

After speaking to some people who have been in this line of work, they say its best to go into the job ready for the unexpected, could this be a true and valid answer?

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Viktoriia Mar 27, 2025 2888 views

Is it possible to grow from SPT to ST?

I’m interested in becoming a Surgical Technologist, but unfortunately, there aren’t any affordable programs in my area. I’ve heard that some hospitals offer tuition assistance or career advancement programs for employees who start as Sterile Processing Technicians (SPTs). I’d love to know if...

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Judina Mar 27, 2025 2897 views

What are the best ways for a high school student to get involved in Neonatal health and Medical research?

I am currently a freshman in high school and passionate about neonatal health, medical research, and chemistry. I hope to pursue a career in the medical field, specifically in neonatology, and I’m eager to gain hands-on experience early on. I was wondering what the best ways for a high school...

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Zion Mar 26, 2025 2921 views

How do I become a medical researcher/scientist?

Hello, I’m currently a sophmore in high school who’s mentally suffering from searching about medical researcher’s career path . I’m really considering becoming one, but since the internet’s so diverse, I can’t really know which one’s right or wrong. I didn’t have much time to talk with my...

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Coleton Mar 21, 2025 1027 views

Are these sufficient enough classes for my career interests?

How is everyone? Hello, Y'all I have a question. I am an aspiring doctor who is a freshman in high school. My current High School course plan includes these classes I have a choice in taking (not English): 10th Grade (Algebra 2 A, Chemistry A, Government+Economics H, Marketing A, IB Physics A)....

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Alyssa Mar 21, 2025 1168 views

What are the most important skills and experiences I should focus on developing during my time in college to make my application stand out to potential employers, and how can I best balance my academic workload with gaining relevant experience outside of the classroom?

As a sophomore majoring in biology with a strong interest in healthcare, I’m looking to prepare for a career in the field. I have a 3.6 GPA and have completed over 250 volunteer hours at a hospital. However, I find it difficult to balance my academic workload with gaining hands-on experience....