Becoming a Physician: A Practical and Creative Guide to Planning a Career in Medicine

by Jennifer Danek, Marita Danek

I have advised countless medical students and applicants over more than two decades and I repeatedly found myself agreeing with the advice given by the Daneks. --Michael V. Drake, M.D.Professor and Associate Dean, School of Medicine University of California, San Francisco

""These authors have the experience, knowledge, and writing skills to lead the lost through the maze of uncertainties of medical schools and beyond.""--Robert H. Shapiro, Ph.D.Academic Dean and Provost U.S. Naval Academy

""Any student thinking about a career in medicine should have this book.""--Tyrone D. Taborn Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Career Communications Group, Inc.

Here, at last, is the book that will help you realize your dream of a career in medicine. Whether your goal is to work in a busy city hospital ER, as a country doctor, or in research, here you'll find innovative ways to actively plan and tailor your medical school education to meet your specific needs. Explore your many options with:
* Straight facts on the medical school admissions process
* Up-to-date information on the MCAT
* Advice on selecting the right medical school
* The current medical trends and the most attractive specialties

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect for older teens who think they might want to be doctors but need guidance with practical matters, such as whether they are really suited to the career, what they should look for in an undergraduate institution, and how to plan their academic schedule. This book, written by a career counselor and her physician daughter, places the emphasis on professional growth, not playing the admissions game. Many questions, relating to an individual’s personality and preferences, are posed to the reader to help expedite the self-discovery process. Chapters on medical school admissions and the MCAT will satisfy teens’ curiosity about the future. Being an older resource some details are incorrect (today’s students register for the MCAT on-line, not by mail) but, on the whole, it has aged well.