What is Careers in Medicine?
Careers in Medicine is a four-phase program designed to assist you in understanding specialty choice options and selecting and applying to a residency program that meets your careers objectives. For many students the idea of choosing a specialty seems far off. Careers in Medicine offers a structured, organized way of thinking about this process; giving them the chance to think systematically about their options. Choosing a medical specialty and developing a vision for your future is an evolutionary process and requires time to thoughtfully digest information about yourself (personal careers assessment), information about career options (career exploration), and a determination of what the best fit is for you. Why Careers in Medicine? You may have thought, “Hey, I know my career. I’m going to be a doctor. Why do I need to do any more planning?” But how many of these questions can you answer without hesitation? Why did you choose medicine as a career? What specialties have you considered
