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Dear Dr.Anton
I'm really unsure on what exactly i want to pursue into the medical career but I know that I want to be able to help people and make a difference in their lives. You are right it isnt all about the money its about the people. Isnt amazing how God is working in everyones lives making a diference. May God be with you!!! Thanks, Ren
Posted: 28 March, 2010 - 04:36pm
by: Ren
its not about god
why do you need god to give you compassion?
that prayer thing doesn't work. but the act of praying may fool your mind to beleive that god is helping you out.. which will actually make you think you are compassionate.. which will lead you to be compassionate.. but wouldn't it feel better to say "im a compassionate human being, not because of god. but because of my own morality"
there is something to think about
Posted: 01 November, 2009 - 04:37pm
by: mike
question
I want to help people a lot but what if you expect to get the money too. Because what if you imagine becoming a doctor as a win-win situation. Is that a wrong motive to have?
Posted: 12 August, 2009 - 11:00pm
by: Tarun
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"What Should Your Main Motives Be For Becoming a Medical Professional?"
Why do you want to become a Healthcare professional?
This is so important! What is your motive behind becoming a medical professional?
The prime, the number one, the most fundamental reason why you want to become a great medical professional is very important, because that will determine not only your success, but also the fulfillment that you will experience as a medical practitioner.
Let's look at wrong motives first:
- Money
- Fame
- Power
- Status
- Security
Some of the above factors will be welcome side benefits of you following a medical career, but none of the above can fulfill or satisfy your heart.
Let's look at money. Someone once told me that money is not important, but believe me it is! It pays for essentials like a roof over your head, for food, clothes, transport etc.
The problem is, if money becomes your primary focus, your whole value system becomes distorted and you make financial decisions instead of decisions that should be in the best interest of your patients!
The proverb "the love of money is the root of all evil" is true. It doens't mean money is bad; instead, it means that an obsession with money, when money becomes the most important thing, is bad.
Financial progress should be a benefit of you doing the right things, while pursuing your dreams with vigor and passion - as well as you managing your practice well.
Now people will probably beg to differ from me, and feel free to do so, but in my opinion you should become a medical professional mainly because you have compassion for suffering people.
The American heritage dictionary defines "compassion" as:
The deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with the wish to relieve it.
So keep in mind, compassion is neither pity nor sympathy, because these emotions won't get you moving. It "sits on the sideline" BUT COMPASSION GETS INVOLVED!
How do you picture yourself? A super-wealthy doctor living in the best area in a great city driving a Mercedes, or an unknown missionary doctor in a rural clinic in mid-Africa alleviating the suffering of poor people. Would you be willing to take the second path?
The daily prayer of a physician should include: "God, fill me with your compassion for the suffering and sick patients that I will have the privilege of meeting and assisting today."
I trust that I have given you something to think about. Tell me what you think in the comments section below.
Dr Anton
President of The Apprentice Corporation
This Letter from the Doc was submitted on 10 July, 2008 at 06:13am
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Amazing
Dear Dr.Anton
I'm really unsure on what exactly i want to pursue into the medical career but I know that I want to be able to help people and make a difference in their lives. You are right it isnt all about the money its about the people. Isnt amazing how God is working in everyones lives making a diference. May God be with you!!! Thanks, Ren
Posted on: 28 March, 2010 at 04:36pm
By: Ren
its not about god
why do you need god to give you compassion?
that prayer thing doesn't work. but the act of praying may fool your mind to beleive that god is helping you out.. which will actually make you think you are compassionate.. which will lead you to be compassionate.. but wouldn't it feel better to say "im a compassionate human being, not because of god. but because of my own morality"
there is something to think about
Posted on: 01 November, 2009 at 04:37pm
By: mike
question
I want to help people a lot but what if you expect to get the money too. Because what if you imagine becoming a doctor as a win-win situation. Is that a wrong motive to have?
Posted on: 12 August, 2009 at 11:00pm
By: Tarun
thanks
thanks thanks !!
Posted on: 26 July, 2009 at 11:27am
By: f.a.
tanx 4 ur advice
U made me to think tat money is not important... Tanx 4 ur gr8 speech...
Posted on: 01 July, 2009 at 11:19am
By: Mithy
dd
very true
Posted on: 03 May, 2009 at 06:54pm
By: dd
unknown missionary doctor in a rural clinic
So right now I'm finishing up my junior year in high school and I really think I want to become a doctor. I don't have the highest grades in the class but I know if I were to push myself just slightly, I could be there. But I want to become a doctor, slightly for the money, but mainly because I want to be able to donate it and help out those who can't afford it. I also really, really want to work for the third world countries for a few times a year if I can because I know even just a flu shot or something is quite possibly a miracle to them. I would love to see the faces of those looking for help and me being able to give it to them. That's why I would like to become a doctor. Money is just on the side lines
Posted on: 12 April, 2009 at 01:19am
By: Melissa
money..aha..wrong thought
i agree with you..money alone can't bring happiness..the most vital thing is you must love what u are doing..only then u can do well in anything.. so if money motivate u to become a doctor, u better think twice..
Posted on: 04 April, 2009 at 01:17pm
By: tash
Check This Out
Becoming a Doc should be a passion fueled by a desire to be a servant-leader. Christ is our best example of that. I am excited about the opportunity to honor and glorify God during this process of becoming as Doc as well as the medical opportunities I will have to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the physically hurting and spiritually hurting. I appreciate a site which is dedicated to sending out Docs who are motivated to serve simply by love. We love because he first loved us!
Posted on: 01 February, 2009 at 06:56pm
By: Stevp
Thats me
The biggest reason to why i want to become a doctor is to help people. The definition for compassion is exactly my motives! Thanks! Im glad im studying for the right reason!
Posted on: 26 January, 2009 at 02:21am
By: Future surgeon
Thanks
im glad that visit your site it is true about all of the good thing you say may God bless you and success
Posted on: 26 October, 2008 at 11:54pm
By: dja76
thanks alot
heys!!
im im stiil on high school and i want 2 become a doctor cause i really like science and chemistry an d i hope i become a doctor !!!!!!!! heys ! thanks alot!!
Posted on: 07 August, 2008 at 11:46am
By: lola
loving money
Hi,Dr.I agree with you about the love of money.Any way, always love of money is not the way to success. I'm one of the graduates willing to graduate next year and to conteneu straight to university if God wishes.
Posted on: 06 August, 2008 at 04:12pm
By: sifia
Thank-you....
Hello.
I'm still in high school (in aus) and in two years going to college. i have read this site and loved it. i have always wanted to become a doctor or a surgeon. thank-you.
Posted on: 06 August, 2008 at 12:17am
By: Maddi-Rose
i want change my career
i get 3 weeks more to graduate from Automotive mechanic school and i get a job working on cars and learning the pros but i realized that if i can devote my time fitings cars then why not change my career to the healthcare to help doctors save lives.
but i was thinking about become a doctor am 24yrs and like nature science but chemistry is a little bit promblem but i can do.
Posted on: 20 July, 2008 at 10:51pm
By: stephen
God will provide you
When ever God deals with any thing He tries to answer the question (WHY) Doctor you said it right for the question why do you want to become a doctor
Posted on: 16 July, 2008 at 10:14am
By: H.E REZON
Thank you!
Thank you to all for the great feedback. It is really encouraging!
Angela, yes, God is awesome!
Kate, well pediatrics is a great choice. Go for it!
To all of you - my personal best wishes with your studies/plans for the future.
Feel free to contact me via the Contact Us section on the Apprentice Doctor website.
Dr Anton
Posted on: 15 July, 2008 at 04:40pm
By: Ghatto 1
The Act of Love
Starting from a higher source to a lower source spiritually. Isn't God Awsome?
Posted on: 15 July, 2008 at 12:29pm
By: Angel
A Thoughtful Prayer
I agree Dr. Anton that compassion for the sufferer physically and spiritually is the responsiblility of the Doctor because the Great Physition is the one who gives every good gift. I appreciate your comments and thoughts, can't wait to hear from you again. It's wonderful to know that others share my views. Much thanks. Angela.
Posted on: 15 July, 2008 at 12:25pm
By: Angel
our insides
Awsome presentation of the inside of a body. Great visuals. Thanks.
Posted on: 15 July, 2008 at 12:18pm
By: Angel
No more thoughts about fame and money
I WANTED TO HAVE A LOT OF MONEY AND TO BE FAMOUS BUT NOW I WILL GO FOR HUMANITY
Posted on: 14 July, 2008 at 05:35am
By: H.E REZON
Thanks
Thank you for giving a Godly message of wisdom and compassion. That truly is the prayer we ought to have in our heart.
Posted on: 11 July, 2008 at 12:42am
By: Cab
WOW
Wow, Dr. Anton the prayer has really got through my mind.
Posted on: 10 July, 2008 at 04:52pm
By: baljinder
Thanks
Thanks a lot Dr. you explained very well!
Posted on: 10 July, 2008 at 04:47pm
By: baljinder
THANKS
DR ANTON I AM GOING FOR PEDIATRICS THANKS
KATE
Posted on: 10 July, 2008 at 01:24pm
By: KATE