Future anesthesiologist seeking advice

Started by philostudent, February 28, 2005, 01:33:08 AM

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philostudent

Hi there.  I am a 21 year old student of philosophy from Tennessee.  I have been seriously considering continuing my education in the direction of anesthetic medicine.  If anyone has any words of advice or important information that I might need to know, I would be greatly appreciative.

                         Thank you,
                                 Ben

Matthew Parsons

Well, its a big commitment, not to be taken lightly. For an anesthesiologist, the training is at least 5 years ON TOP OF medical school, with some pretty heavy-duty exams and a heavy time-commitment. I had to put my life on hold for several years while doing my training - exercise/relationships/entertainment all suffered.

On the other hand, now that I am fully qualified, I love my work and the rewards it has brought me is life, financially and professionally.

I suggest meeting a few people in real life, and maybe doing some work experience before to commit.