i want to study in harverd university. i'm in 10th. how can i prepare mytself to get admission over there?

Sush

You will have to study very hard and make sure that you get super Grade 12 results and even better results for your pre-med degree, as well as evidence of community service, hospital volunteer services and research projects.
You are aiming high - go for it!

Dr Anton

I live in the UK and have a place to do Medicine at university. After this I would quite like to have a career in the USA, how is this done? What are the steps, and when does the preparation need to start?

Ani

Dear Ani
The pre-graduate curriculum of the UK medical schools and the U.S.A. medical schools differ substantially, so unless you are studying at a UK medical school with a formal reciprocity agreement with a USA medical school, you may be "wasting" a lot of years. Consider going the USA route from the start - see article on becoming a doctor in the U.S.A.
Click Here

Dr Anton

hi me again.my friend dosnt want me to leave but i want to get far away from this place so i can learn more than i ever could. is there any schools in harlingen that could teach me everything i could ever know at the age of 13?

bubbles

Bubbles
I know a fair amount about medicine, but unfortunately I am unable to assist you with question about the schools - maybe one of the other Apprentice Doctors would be able to assist. Consider adding some science credits by doing an online premed course Click Here

Dr Anton

hi im bubbles i want to be the best doctor a hospital has ever had i know a lot but i dont know where to start from! i need to know ALL i can to become the best.

bubbles

Hi Bubbles
You will find a lot of information in Letters from the Doc Ensure that you become an Apprentice Doctor member Click Here and I will keep you posted with new information.

Dr Anton

um i'm in the 5 th grade & i want to know how i can start to my track on being a doctor please e-mail me or anwser my question thanks

carly

Hi Carly
It is like building a house - you are laying the foundation now. Get the best marks possible for each grade.
Maybe you should consider The Apprentice Doctor Foundation Course and Kit to give you a preview of your future career in medicine.
Apprentice Doctor Kit

Dr Anton

thanks! which is the best college to do medical in the world? can u tell me few of them?

Sush

Hi Sush
Our ranking is:
Rankings for 2008

1 Harvard University

2 Johns Hopkins University

3 Washington University

4 University of Pennsylvania

5 University of California - S.F.

6 Columbia University

7 Duke University

8 University of Michigan

9 Yale University

Dr Anton

i want to become a dctor. i'm in my 10th now. whats the average mark i need to become a doctor? what degrees have to done?

Sush

Hi Sush

1. Get a GED or a high school diploma. Good marks in maths, life sciences/biology, physical science and chemistry would be great.
2. Then you MUST finish a 4-year college or university, complying with medical school premed requirements
3. In your final year at college/university, you will have to do the MCAT test (Medical School Admission test)
4. Apply for a place at a medical school. I would suggest that you make use of 'AMCAS'.
5. Complete medical school: Usually four years. Two years of medical school include the study of anatomy, physiology and biology. Students in their third and fourth years perform supervised work with patients in clinics and hospitals.
6. Complete a residency training program. After graduating from medical school, potential doctors must spend three or more years in residency, where they care for patients under the supervision of attending physicians and senior residents. The number of years spent doing this depends on the chosen specialty.
7. Obtain a medical license: All states require doctors to have a medical license in order to practice medicine.

Dr Anton

I am currently a pre-med student. I want to prepare myself for medical school as much as I can. Do you have any recommendations on books,websites, or journals for me to read? Or anything that would help me out. Thank You

Tori

Hi Tori
Such a lot depends on the MCAT - so I would really focus most of my attention on this and the best possible results for the premed degree.
Have a look at:
MCAT
Premedical Forum

Dr Anton

Hi Dr Anton
my highschool allows students to take a.p. classes. Some students graduate with an associates degree. Would medical schools accept me if they see that i completed two years of pre med in highschool and two after.

Isabella

Hi Isabella
I really don't see a problem!
It will take an immense effort on your side - if I were you I would really go for it.
All of the best!

Dr Anton

is there any oral comunication presentations you have to do infront of your class in med school

jessica

Yes - most definitely!

Dr Anton

Hello again.I have another question:When you say"4 year degree" does that mean if I take the extra semesters at the CC I would look bad to (lets just say)UCLA, specifically?I feel behind already.I just wantto know if I'll be okay.

Huda

It will be okay!
Characteristics like "Thorough preparation", "perseverance" and "persistence" are very important.
Your resume/transcript should be written to highlight the above character traits.

Dr Anton

what are my stages in learning how to bcome a doctor?

diony

Hi Diony
1. Get a GED or a high school diploma
2. You MUST finish a 4-year college or university, complying with medical school premed requirements
3. In your final year at college/university, you will have to do the MCAT test (Medical School Admission test)
4. Apply for a place at a medical school. I would suggest that you make use of 'AMCAS'.
5. Complete medical school: Usually four years. Two years of medical school include the study of anatomy, physiology and biology. Students in their third and fourth years perform supervised work with patients in clinics and hospitals.
6. Complete a residency training program. After graduating from medical school, potential doctors must spend three or more years in residency, where they care for patients under the supervision of attending physicians and senior residents. The number of years spent doing this depends on the chosen specialty.
7. Obtain a medical license: All states require doctors to have a medical license in order to practice medicine.

Dr Anton

i have taken quite a few classes in CC when i wanted to go for an LPN and repiratory care but now am thinking of being a DR. how would i go about getting to the DR degree?

chelle

Hi Chelle
Most of the answers are in: BECOME A DOCTOR IN THE USA

Dr Anton

i would also like to know doctor how is the work in medical school , is there alot of memorizing to do , how is the work?

rita

Rita
Yes there are masses of memorizing to do, but somehow one does cope. Practical application e.g. learning anatomy by doing cadaver dissections makes the memorizing a lot easier!

Dr Anton

hi , i'm right now currently in grade 10 and i want to become a doctor. I wanted to know starting in gr 11 what i should do to to be ready for university , i know it takes 11 years but i know some ppl that did 2 years in one?

rita

Hi Rita
Yes I do believe there are a number of universities offering a combined premed-medical degree, slashing off a year or two. Have a look at this blog:
6 YEAR MED

Dr Anton

Ever heard of a person with a GED become a Doctor

momma

Hi Momma
Yes, it is quite possible. Follow this link: GED versus High School Diploma
Also have a look at my answer to Huda below.

Dr Anton

Im a 18yr old Comm. College student.I am smart in sci+math if i apply myself but Im scared that I'll not be good enough.Plus it seems that i might need to take an extra semester or two.Is that bad for UCLA to see on transcript?

Huda

Dear Huda
No - not at all - do the extra semester or two if required!

Medical schools mainly select students on the basis of the 4 year degree before applying for a place in a medical school. (MCAT scores)
Other factors like GPA, letters of recommendation, research, community service and volunteer services at a hospital etc. are quite important!

Dr Anton

I am in year 7 in a bording school and am desperate to become a doctor in medical but were do i start?

Izzy

Hi Izzy
Complete your high school career with the best marks possible, and then follow with this: BECOME A DOCTOR IN THE USA
Trust it helps!

Dr Anton

I was asked by a grade 2 child on care of the mouth what are the facts would I include in my talk, why is it important for people to brush teeth and care for their mouths

marxwell

Have a look at: Oral Health

Dr Anton

hi Dr
Pls I want asite that learn me how to manage cases

Islam

Dear Islam
Would you mind to give me more information on what you want? Or rephrase your question. Thx!

Dr Anton

Hi Dr Anton

im currently in 9th grade and im not doing to great in math i want to be a trauma surgeon when im done with school. how long will it take me and will math affect my future dream?

tiya

Hi Tiya

Have a look at: BECOME A DOCTOR IN THE USA


Maths is important because medical schools require that you do courses in:


"Freshman" chemistry along with the appropriate laboratory courses
Organic chemistry along with laboratory courses
Biology along with laboratory courses
Physics along with laboratory courses
English
Calculus including advanced math classes and statistics

Entrance degree before med school: 4years
Medical degree: 4 years
Residency in surgery: 4-6 years.
Looks like at least 12 years!

Dr Anton

what do you have to do to become a doctor in trama

Aaron

You have to start off with a 4 year premed degree, and you may choose to major in a variety of subjects like biochemistry, physics, organic chemistry or even economics for instance. Then you do 4 years of medical school, and following success in medical school you do 3-4 years internship in ER/trauma medicine. You can pick and choose a university to do your premed degree, and you will also have a choice of over a hundred medical schools in the U.S.A. Does it make sense?

Dr Anton

Dear Dr Anton,
Thank you for your respond to my previous question. Now I have another question. What are the requirements to enter the pre-med school of UCLA? What units should I take at College?
Thanks

Melanie

Hi Melanie

Apologies - I've been out of office for some time.

Have a look at: BECOME A DOCTOR IN THE USA

For the finer details you will have to contact UCLA's career guidance facility - your high school career guidance teacher should be able to assist.

Dr Anton

hi im a kid on here and i want to be a doctor when i grow up how do i get really goob grades

tayl

Well Tayl
Life is a bit "stingy" regarding dishing out success - and no real short-cuts exist!
Work hard - put in the hours, and work smart - be sure that you study effectively - I would advise you to take a good study-methods course. Maybe I will expand on this subject in one of 2009's newsletters.

Dr Anton

I have been to college 3 times, and I have yet to be able to survive in a class room. I learn differently then most, I need to "DO" before I can learn it out of a book. I know I can be a good Doc, What should I do.
Rob

Rob

Hi Rob
When studying medicine you will have to be able to absorb masses of information in a classroom/lecture setup.
Maybe a psychologist specializing in corrective learning will be able to help...

Dr Anton

I am a 40 year old IT Manager and have an interest in pursuing Medicine. Is that even possible for me at this point in my life?

FJD

It really takes the best part of 11 years before you will be able to practice medicine outside of an academic setup.
Medical schools do give preference to younger applicants as a general rule.
So I would say "no, I don't think so".

Dr Anton

Dear Dr Anton,
What is the difference between Pre-med schools and universities like UCLA ? I want to become a family doctor. I'm at college. What should my next step be?

Melanie

Most universities offer a dedicated 4 years premed degree. Universities like UCLA do have a medical school offering training in the spectrum of medical careers. If you would like to become a doctor, you need to do a premed degree first.

Dr Anton

iwant tobe a nurse but i dont know what degrees i need can you tell me cause i cant find it any where?

angelica

Hi Angelica
Have a look at our article about "nursing" and "healthcare careers" in "Letters from the Doc"
Or have a look at:
NURSING

Dr Anton

i am doing a research paper for science on what science classes you have to take to become a family doctor and i just wanted to know what the starting salurey is for a family doctor?

leandra

Hi Leandra
This is a nice site to research salaries of medical professionals:
Doctor's salaries

Dr Anton

I graduated at 17 from an AWEC prgram and got my GED. I want to transfer from a CC to a 4 yr. college for pre-med. What classes should I take to get stated at CC to transfer successfully for premed? If its still possible to be a Dr

Jez

Dear Jez
I would suggest as many science classes as possible - Physics, Chemistry - organic/bio etc.
Yes I beleive it is still possible.
All of the best!

Dr Anton

I really want to become a doctor when I grow up but i love every single doctoring job! What do I do?

kajc

Send me your e-mail address, and I will send you an eBook on "Which branch of medicine is best suited for me"
Use the "Contact Us" facility in the main menu on this website.

Dr Anton

what does my high school average mark have to be to become a doctor? I think its 90+ (I'm in grade 8 right now)

Andy

Andy
In the USA - your entrance selection to medical college is based on your premed degree and not on your high school results. Fairly obviously you have to get good marks to enter a premed program.
In the UK and many other countries one needs to get 90% or higher to enter a medical school based on your high school results. So it really depends on where you are living and whrere you intend studying medicine.

Dr Anton

Hi,wanted to become a M.D. but my grade are currently in the low 2.5 GPA. What can i do? And I am in my second semester of grade 11th.Is there still time to bring it up?

Dr.Pham

Dr.Pham
No short-cuts, if you want to increase your GPA you need to work harder and smarter.
See my answer below to Arpa's question, as it is equally relevant to you...

Dr Anton

Hi Dr Anton,

I'm in grade 9 and on my midterms I got a 88% in math. I don't have science this semester but I think I got a 80-90% last year in grade 8. I was wondering if these marks are good enough.

Thanks,

Arpa

Arpa
Well done - great marks!
Keep in mind that in the USA your high school results only need to get you into an accredited pre-med degree course. The real competitive part of entering medical school is based on your pre-med degree results. In other countries you may be selected on the basis of your Gr 12 or equivalent results.

Dr Anton

how do i prepare to be a doctor

me

Well...
prepare academically, prepare emotionally and prepare financially
For more detail have a look at:
the "Letters from the Doc" Simply click on the following link:
Become a Doctor

Dr Anton

Can a colour blind become a dermatologist?

lupy

Dear Lupy
Yes. There is much much more to making an accurate diagnosis of skin lesions apart from the color - like the symtoms, medical history, the texture of the lesion, information gathered on palpation, microscopic appearance and other special investigations etc. Keep in mind that most color-blind people can actually see colors - but two colors like green and red for instance appears the same. In other words they don't see in black and white...

Dr Anton

how do you become a doctor

gaby

Hi Gaby
All the answers to your question are in the "Letters from the Doc" Simply click on the following link:
Become a Doctor

Dr Anton

how become a doctor

shuntavia

Hi Shuntavia
Please read:
Become a Doctor

Dr Anton

if you are chronically dehydrated is it possible to retain 20 lbs in water weight?

jd

Most definately!

Dr Anton

how can you tell if a patient is dehydrated

jd

Hi JD
Please read:
Dehydration

Dr Anton

Hi Dr.Anton,
I am good in my sciences and algebriac maths, however i am struggling in my trig/pre-calc course. What type of math should i expect to encounter in a college bio-premed major?

Kevin

Not much if any maths in biology - but some in chemistry and physical science (required for premed degree)

Dr Anton

I would love to become a surgeon and make a difference to peoples lives but how do I know if I've got what it takes?

kat

Hi Kat
Please read:
Become a Surgeon

Dr Anton

Dear Dr. Anton,

I do have a degree in Biochemistry. I have been studying in Russia's University for 5 years.

And I had subjects like Chemistry :Inorganic, organic, analytical, higher mathematics, immunology, biochemistry ( different

Nina

Dear Nina
Your foundation to pursue medicine is so good... but you have to move fast at your age to end up with enough productive years to follow a medical career
Unfortunately I am ignorant regarding medical training in Russia - post this question to www.valuemd.com - they have trained advisors and fellow students that may be in a similar position to you.
All of the best!

Dr Anton

hi
how to be a good surgeon?what are the criteria of a good surgeon

hany temraz

Hi Hany
Please read:
Become a Surgeon

Dr Anton

Hi Dr Anton,
what age do you have to be to start studying.

Rehan

As soon as possible after school. Eight years of study plus internship means that you have to start early in life!

Dr Anton

Hi Dr Anton,
i am not very good at Science. what do i do?

Rehan

I may sound unsympathetic - but the bottom line is you have to be good in science and mathematics. Do whatever it takes to improve - be it extra classes and/or working harder. Some universities offer a bridging course after grade 12.
Good luck!

Dr Anton

I'm in MA field and planning to major in nursing but truly want to be a doctor.The only thing is I'm almost thirty yrs old.I feel that I'm too old for it.Please give me some advice!

ROSE

It really takes 11 years to become a doctor - that will bring you to about 40 it seems...
Why not pursue nursing and then become a nurse anesthetist?
See: http://www.aana.com/

Dr Anton

i am not good in math but iwant to be good doctor what i do

salma

Hi Salma
You will need assistance - I would suggest extra classes. I believe you may have missed one of the basic principles in maths - - discuss your problem with your maths teacher. A number of great interactive programs are available - do a bit of research on the internet.
All of the best!

Dr Anton

Hello Dr.Anton
I am a &th grade student and I am doing a project and i'm am interviewing the best surgeons and doctors I know. Here's my question what is a typical day like being a surgeon?( your hours, where your location is in hospital,and your t

Faby

Hi Faby

Look at "Letters form the Doc" - and read this...
Take a Tour with me

Dr Anton

hi ,
im in grade 9 and i want to become a doctor that works with strickly kids. i want too know what high school corses i have to take to reach my dream.
Lexii.

letii

Hi Letii
In other words you would like to be a pediatrician.
You have to take mathematics and science (Physical science/chemistry) Biology/life sciences is also a good choice - the rest is up to you!

Dr Anton