Why should I become a doctor? (1 Viewer)

[lilcutetricker]

The 'doing med for money' reason is only partially true. One of my mates who does medicine is about 24 and he says that while he does earn a livable income, he has yet to specialise in a field and knows that he won't be making 'real money' till he's a lot older.

I can't speak from the perspective someone who does medicine but I know that money to me is irrelevant and my drive to pursue a career in the medical field derives from my love in experiencing life while just giving a helping hand to others to lighten up their day. To think that you could impact someone in such a majorly way is exceptional and I think that professions such a med and teaching allows individuals with such great amounts of energy to share that with others.

I think that your profession choices comes down to two paths: would you rather be happy or wealthy?
There are plenty of professions that can make a more than luxurious level of income. But I've seen plenty of people pursue teaching (tutors) and made an outrageous amount of money as well as being extremely satisfied as they genuinely care and love their students. And a few becoming stuntsman and making more than a decent amount of money. These are the people I see almost every week and they are always seem keen to practice their art. Never have I've seen them take money as a factor in what they do; so if you're pursuing medicine or any career in general for the sole intent of making a large income - you've chosen the wrong profession. If you truly love your profession, money will follow your passion.

 

[Medman]

what's wrong with being a cleaner?

Nothing but Ben Dover has a problem with cleaners lol. Interns are getting paid 58k next year not including overtime.

 

[Havox]

to put it simply, If all the jobs in this planet would have the same pay, i'd still choose to pursue med because i genuinely think that the job satisfaction you get out of med is unlike any other.

just my 3cents

Had a chuckle at this. I like my job but if all jobs on this planet paid the same, I'd leave in a heartbeat. There are different pros and cons and none of them is a be all and end all. The money is good enough to be financially secure but you won't get rich becoming a doctor yet no med student or doctor will deny that it's a nice bonus.

Do med because you WANT to do it and for no other reason.

 

[BLIT2014]

If you have to ask then I don't think it should be a career for you?

 

[SquareHeartsAdrita]

become docta to prove nthroot wrong

Do et

If you have to ask then I don't think it should be a career for you?

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[faisalabdul16]

Because of $$$ and rep

lol JKS, don't do it if you need to make a thread and find a reason

 

[bangladesh]

2 get $$ and job security

 

[JohnMaximus]

Hi Guys,

Why do so many people want to be doctors, am I missing something?
Is it the money? Is it enjoyable? ?????

Please explain

Thank You

Money, noble work, prestige, one of the most highly regarded positions for a common born, prestige, be better than other people, prestige.

 

[JohnMaximus]

Do med because you WANT to do it and for no other reason.

This.

You don't need to overanalyse why.

 

[Fade1233]

Yes

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