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Hwal Lee

Health science researcher, adjunct instructor, primary care internal medicine PA
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations - Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Albany, New York
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Tomas Nov 24, 2025 558 views

I am wanting to go into the medical field, how long I have until I have to choose a specialty and what are some ways I can decide?

As of right now I am between orthopedics and pediatrics. But I am still not sure that it is what I want to pursue, any tips?

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Illia Nov 25, 2025 451 views

What steps should I take in high school and college to prepare for a career in the mental health field, and how can I turn my personal experiences into professional strengths while still maintaining healthy boundaries?

I’ve personally been impacted by mental health struggles, and they’ve motivated me to want to support others through psychology, counseling, or community work.

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Rylie Nov 28, 2025 676 views

Is PA school worth it for the cost?

I'm currently a high school senior, unsure of which career I should pursue. #Fall25

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Adaeze Nov 12, 2025 917 views

How can I, as a med student, honor my passions and still give myself permission to rest without guilt? Any advice or strategies would mean so much — I really want to find a balance that works. 💛

I’m a med student, and I’ve made up my mind that any spare time I have, I want to put effort into my other passions — filmmaking, writing, acting, and ambassadorship. But saying it out loud now makes me wonder… will I even have space to just relax? I know my free time will be so limited, and I...

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Joel Nov 16, 2025 1293 views

How do have the strength to pursue what you want above your parents aspirations for you?

At first I wanted to be a lawyer, at the prompting of my parents(mainly my mom), then I wanted to be a priest. But now I’m sure I want to pursue the medical field or some sort of occupation that deals with the public health. One topic that has interested me is herbalism. I like the idea of...

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Isabella Nov 15, 2025 326 views

What is one piece of advice for someone currently studying to become a physician assistant?

I am currently a student in community college; I am transferring next fall to earn my bachelor's degree in health science or a related major. Please share your best pieces of advice that have helped you in either school or your career.

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Luna Nov 20, 2025 211 views

How challenging is PA school and what does it take to get through it?

I am a high school senior and I am trying to figure out if PA school is really for me

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Diego Nov 10, 2025 227 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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Adeline Nov 12, 2025 1342 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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Mitzio Nov 09, 2025 784 views

Is Microbiology a good major for a Physician Assistant?

My long term goal is to become a Physician Assistant and I am wondering if Biology or Microbiology is a better major to study to prepare me to apply to graduate school to become a physician assistant.

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Amarre Nov 12, 2025 406 views

What's some advice for a 14 year old freaking out about college and his future in Medicine ?

How as a 14 yo 8th grader can i find out what profession i want to be in or like what job i want to do exactly, all i know right now is that i want to be in the medical field and go to a good college. But with so many options as to which college i go to it makes it a lot more complicated not to...

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Raelynne Nov 03, 2025 666 views

What are the most rewarding experiences you have faced and some of the most challenging moments you have had after becoming a physician assistant?

I am a senior in high school looking for advice on becoming a physician assistant after graduation.

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Alya Sep 24, 2025 3172 views

What types of careers/majors should I be getting invested in if I don't want to attend med school?

I want to have a career in the health field, but I don't want to attend med school to be a doctor. I am interested in careers in the pre med field, but what is the difference between the pre med and health fields?

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Chloe Jul 10, 2025 4055 views

Is trying to become a PA risky, because they are oversaturated?Would it be really hard to find a job as a new grad? Is it worth it to go to PA school then?

(I also have these same questions for NPs). I'm worried that if I choose to go to PA school that I will have a hard time finding a job after and regret it. I heard that in rural areas there is high demand, but if I wanted to live in more of a mainstream/bigger city, would I not be able to get a...

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Brie Apr 30, 2025 670 views

What is the hardest part about being in the healthcare field?

I am a senior at East Wake High School. After I graduate, I want to attend ECU to become a Physical Therapist or an Athletic Trainer, or just something in the healthcare field. I love learning about the human body and mind. I like learning about all of our bodies systems and why we think they...