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  1. N

    From Doctor Human Med to Veterinary Med, how can I do it?

    Hi, So as you can see in the title I'm looking to find out about transitioning from Medicine to Veterinary. I've found a post about doing the reverse but no info on Med -> Vet. At the minute i'm in my third year of medical school (3rd of 5) and whilst I don't hate it, in fact I quite like many...
  2. chemdoctor

    Help about Letter of Recommendation?!

    Hello. I have a quick question about letters of recommendation. So, I am thinking about asking my Gen Chem II professor, Psych professor and English professor for LORS but was wondering how to go about it? I understand that there is a guideline that I have to request them to follow but I was...
  3. E

    Electrical to Med

    I am an electrical engineer with seveteen years of power sytem design experience and currently employed as an electrical engineer in USA. I am a Canadian with international education in electrical engineering. My major was power and my experience is all about working with substation design and...
  4. D

    How do I decide between PA or MD/DO?

    I'm currently a sophomore in college and have been planning to go to PA school. However, I've recently become really indecisive about going to med school or PA school. They both have their pros and cons. I just wanted some perspective about whether my pros and cons were true and justified and...
  5. R

    Employment & Professional Networking Socially Acceptable Title OTD vs. DPT

    I am just curious on others input or personal experience regarding titles to those holding doctorate degrees, more specifically in the fields of OT and PT. From my personal experience it seems that those holding a doctorate in PT are more likely to refer to themselves as "Dr. ______" than those...
  6. H

    Should I switch majors?

    Hi, SDN. I am seeking a bit of advice on my current academic situation... I am currently a sophomore "Pre-Nursing Major" at my University. As a 17-year-old deciding my major, I wanted to be a nurse because it meant less time in school and I would still be in the medical field. I really did not...
  7. S

    I really want to become a doctor, and have a lot of Questions.

    Hi everyone, I have always wanted to become a physician, and have been really thinking a lot about going on that journey to becoming one, but i have a lot of questions as my situation is a little different than maybe most. I dropped out of high school pretty early for personal reasons including...
  8. D

    CRNA vs Surgery

    Hi, So I wanted to start off with describing my position. I'm 18 and I'm currently doing the pre-reqs for a nursing career, a plan that I've had since I was 12. However, in the last year or so, I've gained interest in cardiothoracic surgery and neurosurgery. Due to this, I've considered...
  9. redence

    6 year U.S accredited foreign med school in Caribbean? or pre-med in a U.S undergraduate college?

    I'm a 17 year old high school senior, and I have to apply to colleges soon. I'm interested in the health field, but I'm not 100% sure yet if I want to be either a doctor (Pediatrician) or a Physician Assistant (PA). I want to go to a U.S college and either complete pre-med or pre-pa, I might...
  10. redence

    I want to be a pediatrician, should I go to a 6 year caribean med school right after high school?

    Alright so I’m a 17 year old depressed senior in high school, and I’m planning to go to college to do either premed or pre-physician assistant. I’m really interested in the health field and helping people. However, my parents (Indian parents :/) really push me to go to a 6 year foreign medical...
  11. R

    Nontrad - High undergrad GPA - what route is best?

    Hi all! This is my first post on this forum. I'm just looking for a little insight on the best route to take as a non-traditional pre-med student. Here's a little background: I graduated in December 2016 with my BSN (I'm 23 years old, currently working as an RN). I've decided to pursue my dream...
  12. Dr. Noura

    how to work in Canada if I will study medicine in Turkey

    I have graduated from high school and I want to study Medicine in Istanbul, Turkey for some reasons: 1- tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses will be free. 2-Education in Turkey has a good reputation. 3- my family isn't rich. But the language of study at university will be Turkish. I...
  13. S

    Jobs?

    Hey Everyone, I need your advice/help, I am a non traditional pre-med student now, about to graduate from University soon. I was planning on pursuing further education after graduation, like a post bacc program to help my GPA, and fulfill my pre-medical requirements, but I need to be...
  14. HealthNombreUno

    Having Doubts....

    New here so please excuse any mistakes. I've been wanting to go to medical school for almost my entire life. I just love healthcare in general. Recently I've been having doubts about medical school because I can't handle stress that well and I'm afraid I won't be happy working so much. I was...
  15. HealthNombreUno

    Having Doubts...

    New here so please excuse any stupid questions. I've been wanting to go to medical school for almost my entire life. I just love healthcare in general. Recently I've been having doubts about medical school because I can't handle stress that well and I'm afraid I won't be happy working so much. I...
  16. M

    My life is a lie

    Hey y'all, So I kinda messed up my MCAT. 506 127/124/128/127. I have already turned in my secondaries to about 15 schools which is now somewhat disappointing. My GPA is at 3.73 with experience volunteering at an oncology unit of a hospital, a free health clinic and a national wildlife refuge...
  17. redence

    Is becoming a PA just as hard as becoming a doctor?

    I'm going to be a senior in high school, and I'm deciding whether or not to do pre-med or do pre-PA. I've heard both of those fields are competitive, but isn't the pre-med track more competitive, difficult and more stressful? If i were to become a doctor, I would want to be a psychiatrist. Could...
  18. L

    Med school VS Dental school

    Hey! I have applied to both dental school and med school. I got in to both! The problem: I thought that my gut feeling would help me out on this one but it didn't do its part, me very disappointing :P. My question to you guys is what is the pros and cons for both fields? and could you guys pls...
  19. L

    Med school VS Dental school

    Hey! I have applied to both dental school and med school. I got in to both! The problem: I thought that my gut feeling would help me out on this one but it didn't do its part, me very disappointing :P. My question to you guys is what is the pros and cons for both fields? and could you guys pls...
  20. pvpapaioann

    Physician Recommendation

    Hello, For Midwestern (DO), they prefer a recommendation from a physician. I spent the most time with and am the closest with a orthopedic surgical resident in his final year, so I would like him to ask him to write a recommendation for me. However, is it frowned upon if the physician is not a...
  21. D

    MD Got a C in Physics II

    Just finished my first year of college and I got a C in physics II this summer. Exams were graded based on the T-score and all the smart kids were taking physics (everyone else dropped out) and I kept scoring average on the exams. I guess I should have taken the class during fall (especially...
  22. D

    A Med School Professor Offered to Mentor Me!

    Hey guys, a professor from a medical school just recently offered to mentor me. I met her through a mutual friend, and she said that she wants to talk about my premed experience and what I'm looking for over lunch. What kind of questions should I be asking? She currently does research, but I'm...
  23. W

    Free (Giving away) Visit us at FIME 2017 Aug 8-10

    We are pleased to invite you to our "World-Class Products of Korea" exhibition that will be taking place at the Florida International Medical Exposition (FIME). You will have a unique opportunity to make contacts with our top brands and see our innovative medical products, manufactured with the...
  24. Nita W.

    In need of sincere advice

    Hello to anyone who reads this, as you can see from the title of this conversation I'm seeking advice about my current situation. It has always been my dream to become a doctor, this is one of the earliest memories I have from growing up. This is something I've always wanted and have always...
  25. R

    Should I follow my instincts & become a doctor?

    Hello, Well this is the classic should-I-be-a-doctor question. To sum it up: -I'm 16 years old (junior) -I've mostly always wanted to work in the medical field, though my dream job has varied (veterinarian, doctor, surgeon, etc) -I've always been interested in human anatomy and trying to figure...
  26. RedWhite&Blue

    What are your personal likes and dislikes for the Animal Science field?

    I've currently getting my BA in Animal Science, and will soon be making the choice whether I want to pursue dairy science or equine science. Either way, there are many contributors to why I love/don't like Animal Science. One thing I love about it is the diversity of animals I get to work with...
  27. Vunami

    Free Official Medical Discord Server! (Premeds/med students/MD/DO)

    Medical Knowledge Association (MKA) Discord - Free voice and text chat for gamers is for pre-med/med students/med professionals who are interested in learning more about medicine through live communication with people of similar fields in an application you can download on your computer and or...
  28. B

    In Cork: Need Nurse/Phlebotomist/Doctor to take blood for a few hours

    Looking for a Nurse, Phlebotomist or Doctor or anyone with appropriate training to take blood for a few hours one or two mornings in CORK. We are doing blood tests with a small group of people looking for hormonal response over a 2-3 hour period. Good pay. You should have proper...
  29. T

    What motives you to become a doc?

    So I'm now 23, finished a Bachelor of Arts in Communication degree, and kinda suddenly realize that I want to help people, like actually helping someone physically. I never thought of entering the healthcare services even though my parents are in the industry (they are nurse / dental hygienist)...
  30. DoctorOrdinary

    "So... what did you do over summer?"

    I was looking through several medical school checklists, and alongside some of the vital points such as GPA and MCAT was "what you did over summer." For those who are now applying to medical school or have already gotten in/attending, what is your idea of a "proper" summer? I am currently a...
  31. B

    Do you think age is a factor when applying to medical school?

    Hello! Currently, I just finished my first year in college, but I am graduating in three years, as a part of a program. I am most likely going to be applying to Medical School next year, when I'm 19. I have a late birthday (September), so I figured I would be much younger than the rest of the...
  32. H

    If I dread/fear anatomy, do I have what it takes to become a doctor/dentist?

    I've been wanting to go into dentistry (specifically want to be an orthodontist) for years but I've always held back because I don't know if I could handle anatomy class. Even the thought of seeing a cadaver makes me panic, but after doing a bit of research I found out we would be doing a lot...
  33. aspiringMD585

    They want me to be an RN

    Greetings, I AM CONFUSED AND STARTING TO GET DEPRESSED... I am a secretary at a hospital in Atlanta. I've been working here for 2.5yrs now. My goal is to become an OBGYN I am very passionate about women's health. I don't see myself doing anything else for the rest of my life. I was able to...
  34. F

    MD MPH before applying to MD? Chances?? Desperate!

    Coming here because I feel like no one truly understands my dilemma and I am trying to find a solution. I am currently SENIOR at a state university graduating dec. 2017 Major/Minor: Biology/Chemistry Research Experience: Have done ecological research (and upcoming research in the Galapagos...
  35. H

    Medical vs Dental vs Pharmacy Schools

    So I'm about to become a Senior this Fall and had the intention of becoming a Pharmacist. Until I got a job at walgreens as a Pharm tech I realized that Pharmacists in the retail environment have it boring and aren't much different than techs besides the obvious of having the knowledge of each...
  36. A

    Are there any websites for communication with Medical Doctors for students?

    Are there any websites for communication with Medical Doctors for students?
  37. 1

    Interested in naturopathy

    Is anyone in a naturopathy program or received offers? Which school? What are your stats that got you in? As well as what extracurriculars did you have to do? Interview tips?
  38. L

    Doing research for the gap year?

    Hi guys I'm currently studying for the May 19th MCAT and decided just last month that I wasn't going to apply this year as I don't feel I am ready the app cycle. Especially since I won't be sure what my MCAT score will be. Anyways, I'm looking for some advice. I hope to apply 2018, which will...
  39. M

    A little lost/confused. I have a question that anyone can answer.

    So 95% of people in my classes, who I work with, etc., Are planning on going to med school. But I feel like there is no way they will ALL get in. But all of them are very easily able to say "I'm going to med school" or "I'm going to be a doctor" or "by that time I'll be in med school." I don't...
  40. Vunami

    Advertisement Free Official Discord Server for Medicine

    https://discord.gg/CYCvEdN Medical Knowledge Association (MKA) is for pre-med/med students/med professionals who are interested in learning more about medicine through live communication with people of similar fields in an application you can download on your computer and or on a smart phone...
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