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Hwal Lee

DMSc, PA-C
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations - Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Albany, New York
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H Jan 21 565 views

What job can I get as an 18 year old who is currently taking my gap year interested in mental health? I want to get experience in the mental health field.

I want to be a psychologist in the future. I can’t seem to find anything near me or have many ideas of what I could do.

I’m interested in general mental health and mental health for those with OCD. Any ideas of where to start?

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London Jan 13 1834 views

How can I mentally be okay during training?

Back in 2024 I lost my gymnastics coach to suicide and then gymnastics just got harder. My mental state at the time was not good because I had just moved to a new house and I was going to switch schools in the upcoming year. I was leaving all of my friends and the only person who helped me...

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Marlee Dec 01, 2025 995 views

What is the best part of being a PA? Will all of my hard work translate into a job that I love going to every day? I wonder how successful I would be as a PA?

I am a senior in high school. I attend a program through my school that allows me to do clinical rotations. I am interested in pediatric care, but I don't necessarily like aspects of nursing. I wonder if I should be a biology major or a nursing major, though.

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Kiranjot Nov 30, 2025 602 views

How do mental health professionals maintain their own wellness while working in a challenging and demanding field?

I'm planning on going into mental health nursing

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Tomas Nov 24, 2025 464 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 286 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 530 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 809 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 1136 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 268 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 136 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 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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Adeline Nov 12, 2025 548 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 600 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 285 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 558 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 2384 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 3292 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 611 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...

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Fredy Apr 30, 2025 818 views

What study techniques work best for you and your courses?

e.i flashcards, recording a lecture, prolonged study sessions or more short bursts

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Jamar Apr 18, 2025 765 views

How do you treat a patient in a healthcare facility who wants to do everything by themselves and resist your help? Especially if they're older and don't believe in your skill. I might get in trouble if I just have another clinician treat them if I'm assigned to. #Spring25

I'm studying to be an Occupational Therapy Assistant, and I need to be better at finding solutions to helping people who don't want help.

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Kimberly Apr 12, 2025 960 views

When a person is 57 years old and they want to change careers, is this possible #Spring25?

Hello. I am a 57 year old female who has been a social worker since 1992. I have worked with people from many cultures, economic status’, across all ages, and with a broad spectrum of life challenges. I have professional experience working with children and adults who were mentally ill,...

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george Apr 21, 2025 884 views

help me choose?

I'm a sophomore in high school and I cant seem to pick a career, I love the outdoors and like hands on work I also enjoy helping people but I love baking and cooking and I'm good at it. there are so many options but I cant pick, park ranger, environmental technician, forestry, cook, Baker,...

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trystan Apr 01, 2025 884 views

, Is it a good idea to take a gap year so fill out scholarships and work to get money or should i just go to college and get my degree

How should i continue with my senior year, Is it a good idea to take a gap year so fill out scholarships and work to get money or should i just go to college and get my degree and pay off student loans? I am a senior in high school and have not filled out a lot of scholarships and do not know...

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Tasnin May 29, 2025 2731 views

What can I do this summer (summer before senior year) to improve my college applications?

Hello! This summer will be my last summer in high school. This fall, I'll be applying to colleges. I was wondering what things I could do this summer to improve my applications. I'm signing up to volunteer at my local hospital however, I found out it's lottery-based, not skill-based, so I am...

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Lizzie Apr 02, 2025 1314 views

What are the best majors for Med School?

As an incoming freshman, I was told biology is a good major for med school but it doesn’t allow me to work after undergrad. What major give me a boost into med school but allows me to get a job after undergrad ?

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Yvonne Apr 25, 2025 1156 views

How do I start undergrad research and lead my own research project?

I'm planning to major in Biology (pre-med track), and I'm really interested in undergraduate research My long-term goal is to eventually lead my own research project. I know this takes a lot of time and experience, so I'm hoping to get advice on how to get started as a freshman. What steps...

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CJ Apr 25, 2025 1076 views

How do you remain motivated as a first-generation when obstacles have steered you away from your original path but continue to strive to reach your dreams while carving your own lane?#Spring25

I'm not your traditional college student and faced some hardships early on in my academic journey, which resulted in a couple of gap years. Nevertheless, I've stayed dedicated to forging my own path toward achieving my dreams of ultimately serving in the medical field. I am proud to be a...

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Dominique Apr 07, 2025 861 views

What’s one thing that helps you connect with patients who process the world differently , how do you make sure they feel seen and respected during a difficult dental procedure like a filling ?

Hello, I am currently A dental assistant that specializes in giving care to the ID or IDD (special needs) population that is about to start the EFDA (expanded fundamental dental assistant ) Dental program. Going into this field has already been such an amazing eye-opening experience for me and...

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Anne Apr 21, 2025 706 views

How can you deal with imposter-syndrome within Forestry?

I like being outdoors but I don't have the experience my classmates do, and I feel behind. I feel like there are things I've been expected to know, and my classmates know these things, and I'm struggling to not feel inadequate because of this. Any tips?

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rhianna Apr 30, 2025 984 views

How did this career path improve your mental health? #Spring25

I am currently a senior in highschool who is interested in being a therapist. While the field is intended to help other people, I wonder how it can improve your own personal mental health.

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Iuma Apr 30, 2025 879 views

What advice would you give to an aspiring alternative medicine mental health practitioner that is planning on opening their own practice upon graduation in the next couple of years?

What advice would you give to an aspiring alternative medicine mental health practitioner that is planning on opening their own practice upon graduation in the next couple of years?

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Marimi Apr 21, 2025 2011 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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Theo Apr 16, 2025 434 views

Will I still enjoy college at a 2 year school?

Will I still enjoy college going into a 2 year trade program compared to full 4 year college experiences? I'm not really going for the college experience but I'm still wondering if I'm going to enjoy it.

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Claire Apr 17, 2025 829 views

How can I change my dad's mind and also be a film director?

Hey I am really young (12) and to be brutally honest I am scared. I want to be a film director but my dad wants me to be a engineer or mathematician, even though I love math and try to support women in STEM, it is just not me. What should I do?

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Mackenzie Apr 16, 2025 584 views

How is it possible to get clinical hours to be able to apply to Physician Assistant graduate school if I have no experience How do I start off? ?

What is the next stop for me to become successful and reach my end goal of being a Physician Assistant?

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Alex Apr 06, 2025 568 views

What lesser-known experiences and extracurriculars during undergrad helped you stand out when applying to PA or medical school Out of these hobbies, what was your most rewarding experience? #Spring25?

I love getting involved in as much as possible, whether it is medical-related or just things I enjoy. Sometimes I get worried that I can't balance my hobbies with the rigor of my classes and I hope to get some ideas from others on what they found not only most helpful when applying to PA school...

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Hailey Apr 11, 2025 3098 views

What are some challenges that you face while being a Mental Health therapist?

Do you feel depressed after hearing everyone's problems?
Are you thinking about what your client is doing every single day?
Does your mental health go bad?
Does your stress and anxiety get bad?

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Jalena Apr 02, 2025 1080 views

What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant ?

What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant?

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Robertline Apr 02, 2025 706 views

What strategies do I use to assess the effectiveness of public health programs? #Spring 2025

I recently graduated with a BSc in Biology and is passionate about becoming an effective public health specialist where I can make an impact in the health sector of my country but still thinking about tips to be successful in my career.

Thanks in advance as I await for assistant.

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Grace Apr 02, 2025 1035 views

What is the best way to land a job as a new CNA? #Spring25

I am getting my certification in May and the only experience I have is clinicals. I am so excited to start this job and would prefer to be in a nursing home instead of a hospital.

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Sawera Mar 14, 2025 1638 views

My dream is to become a neurologist (mbss) but I don't have a lot of financial support. What options are available to me?

I belong to the low background family and and don't have good financial support.

After I achieve this goal, I want to help the needy with a focus on access to education for girls.

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Ruby Jan 28, 2025 1173 views

Research Opportunities ?

I’m a rising senior, and I am trying to build a good background in life sciences like biology/biochemistry or anything medical related and research for college. I want to apply for top schools, thus I felt it was best to start setting the foundation now itself. Are there any research...

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Ava Jan 16, 2025 12647 views

Cold emailing and research as a high school student?

I am interested in being involved with research labs and research projects but feel that I cannot do that until college. I live in an area with little large colleges and universities near me so I find it difficult to get involved with research. I am interested in cold emailing professors for...

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anthony Dec 16, 2024 1108 views

What the requirements for a medicine course?

I feel my calling is in medicine, surgeon to be specific but I actually don,t do well at school. I'm wondering which subjects i should concentrate on to get to medical school after highschool?

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eddie Dec 13, 2024 603 views

what can i do to have a lot of money?

i need a job after college to take of my family

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Jay Dec 13, 2024 773 views

Why is it that Doctors are understaffed?

It is commonly known that there aren't many Doctors, but why is that exactly? Is it due to the commitment required? or something else entirely?

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Amber Nov 29, 2024 1278 views

Why do I have to do a lot of school?

Why does this take so much school? Like I want to go ahead and make money so I can be rich and not have to live my life with stress over money. I want to be able to prove for my family.

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Daisy Nov 15, 2024 879 views

What are some tips for college student who is transferring, who wants to pursue a degree in medicine?

I plan on becoming a physician assistant so I was wondering if there was a way to network to get experience in the medical field? I have done some internships in my area during the summer with Kaiser but I know that I have to volunteer at hospitals and get patient care experience for Pa school....

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Yoselin Nov 15, 2024 726 views

How Much do nurses get paid when they have their CNA certification?

Hello, my name is Yoselin Biridana Martinez Aquino. I am a senior at Southern Guilford High School. Next semester, I will be taking my CNA class, and I am very excited about it! However, I’m wondering if this class will count as a college course. I’m interested in taking nursing classes after I...