How can you know if this is for you?
Do you have what it takes to be a physician? Three cornerstones of a successful career in medicine:
- A love for learning in general
- A true intellectual curiosity about medicine in particular
- A strong desire to help others.
Being smart and doing well in the sciences are obviously important components of being a successful physician. However, do not fall into a medical career because you have done well in the sciences. Although this is a necessary requirement, you must also be able to relate well with people.
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