What is your long-term career objective? the answer was probably “I want to be a doctor.”
However, a further question arises, what type of doctor to become.
Here are some tips for choosing your medical specialty:
- Evaluate your interests and passions, by considering not only the activities that you currently find enjoyable, but also those that may continue to challenge you.
- Prioritize decision making.
- Be flexible: changing your mind is normal and expected. Keep an open mind as you gain more experience and discover your passions.
- Determine your time investment: different specialities require different levels of time commitment, ranging from three to six years. Be prepared for it to take as long as it takes to complete a residency.
- Define your ideal work environment: think about what environment suits you best, go you like working in a busy emergency room or a quiet and structured doctor’s office?
Ultimately, these decisions will determine the path of your future career, think about it wisely.
