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Hello all. I have been scouring this forum for a few days now and thought I'd make my first post asking for some advice. First, a little history. My High School had a program that allowed us to learn about health and get a bit of first-hand knowledge of medicine. I applied to the program and was accepted as a sophomore (the program was Junior/Senior only, I was the first sophomore ever allowed into the program.) I continued in this program through graduation. The course taught anatomy/physiology, terminology, sterile technique, DHO, immunology, Disease control, etc. The final semester of the program the instructor placed us into shadowing positions 4 days/wk in various clinics and hospitals around the area. I absolutely loved medicine, it was the most fulfilling and amazing coursework and lifestyle I can imagine! Through a crazy turn of events, I left all of this after graduation and became self-employed (very long story). I never attended college. My business is sucessful, things are going well, but it's not my first love. So my question is, I suppose: Is it realistic for me to now consider giving up my business, getting a pre-med/biology degree and attempting med. school? My weakness in HS was always math, but I think I can learn what I need for that, science has always been my forte so I'm not concerned with it. I'm 24, so we're looking at completing med. school and starting residency (assuming no complications) around the age of 32. Is my history going to be an issue or a stumbling block? I'm sure I will have more questions, sorry for the long post. I would appreciate any replies!
Mikeish
Mikeish