Yolanda Said:

What is the difference between a phlebotomist and medical technician?

We Answered:

The key difference depends on the schools and programs you are considering. Some med tech programs overlap and include 'live sticks' as part of the training where as Phlebotomy programs are usually all about the stick and draw.

FWIW you can always take a Phlebotomy course down the road for a few hundred bucks if you decide it's worth it. However, if your goal is to be a med tech - take a med tech course.

Sarah Said:

career in microbiology?

We Answered:

I would recommend that you first choose what school you are interested in going. From there, you can talk to the advisors in your school and ask them what the recommend best for you. In your case, I think it is best if you follow professional advice.

Melissa Said:

Which one would be better for a medical career?

We Answered:

Take micro- you may want to further your career later and this would be more useful. I did take Latin- it was useless for me as an RN.

Ivan Said:

what are my career paths if i take either microbiology or human physiology?

We Answered:

A degree in physiology opens the door to many career opportunities. Many students who've achieved the degree decide to pursue a career in fundamental research in laboratories and, therefore, continue their studies towards an M.Sc. or Ph.D. or they find employment/training in pharmacology, teaching, forensic science, radiography,
dietetics, nursing, physiotherapy or other branches of the health service.

As far as microbiology is concerned, in my opinion, microbiologist is the best career you can choose in that particular field.

Alfred Said:

Medical or microbiology - which one is a better career option ?

We Answered:

Depends... if you go into medicine, it is a pretty easy career switch into microbiology. However, if you go into microbiology (where I assume you will be doing a lot of research and such), you can't just apply for a job as a doctor. But then again, med school plus residency is a lot of work and commitment. Unless you really, really, really know in your heart that is what you want to do, I would say microbio

Vernon Said:

I am considering a career as a medical technologist. Can you give me the pros and cons of this profession?

We Answered:

i am a medical technologist (we call them clinical laboratory scientists) at Johns Hopkins Hospital. of course i went to college for 4 yrs to get this degree and not a training program. school was really hard and the exam was harder. i really like what i do so its a great job for me not sure for you. i have to work with every kind of body fluid known to man but i can stomach it. i work with alot of machines (sysmex, BCS, hitachi) and do differentials under the scope. i started off making $45,000/yr out of college. now im 24 and last year i made $60,000. so for someone my age thats well above average. so really you would have to get blood and urine all over your (gloved) hands all the time so if you are up for that then its for you. contact me if you need anymore info, would be glad to answer questions.