Linda Said:

Choosing a medical Career?

We Answered:

Get your degree to be a registered nurse. You can do that in less than 4. Or you could do a 4 year program and get a BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) which would be even better!

Stacy Said:

Choosing a career in the medical?

We Answered:

I recommend that you check out the Occupational Outlook Handbook. It has lots of great information about different careers, including a whole bunch in the medical field. It describes what they do, how much they make, etc. Take a look!

http://www.bls.gov/oco

On the left, click on "Professional" and then scroll down to the Health categories.

Martin Said:

I Need Help Choosing A Medical Career?

We Answered:

Cardiologists don't do open heart surgery. Cardiac Surgeons do. Between disciplines and specialities, there are probably hundreds of different career paths you could take as a physician.

And your guidelines aren't particularly realistic. You usually have to work to earn money, especially when starting out.

If you don't want anything "dangerous", then OB/GYN is pretty much out. They have one of the highest costs for malpractice insurance because the speciality is so "dangerous". You hold the entire life of an infant in your hands.

It sounds like you want an easy way out, and let me tell you, you aren't going to find that in any speciality that's "highly paid". Highly paid physicians are highly paid because they are the best and the brightest and the hardest workers. If $75k-$125k is "highly paid", maybe a Toenail cutting non surgical podiatrist with an HMO group is up your alley. Or a basic Internal Medicine/General Practice doc.

Bruce Said:

Hard time choosing a career in the medical field?

We Answered:

There are tons of options out there for people who want to be in the medical field, but don't want to spend too much time in school. Here are some to research, click the links for more info on each.

-Registered Nurse: 4 year Bachelor's http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm

-Licensed Practical Nurse/Lic. Vocational Nurse: approx. 1 year program, must follow up with getting licensed. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos102.htm

-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: 18 mos- 2 yr Associate's degree. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos273.htm

-Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 year Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos167.htm

-Echocardiography: 18 mos - 2 yr Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos100.htm

-Radiologic Technologist: 2 year Associate's http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos105.htm

-Respiratory Therapist: 2 year Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos084.htm

-Dental Hygienist: 2 yr Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos097.htm

-Speech-Language Pathology: Master's degree required. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos099.htm

Charlotte Said:

How intense are medical degrees and how will it affect my future?

We Answered:

Vicky,

It seems like you have a lot on your mind and becoming a medical doctor may not be in your future.

Why not try pharmacy school? A lot of females tend to go to pharmacy because:

1) Takes less time to finish

2) You can start a family and maintain it and see your kids everyday

3) Most jobs are 9-5

4) Starting salary is 75-150K depending on location

5) One of the most trusted profession in the US

6) Very flexible working schedule

7) You still get to be involved in a patient;s life

Good Luck with your decision! Feel free to contact me if you are interested in pharmacy!