How important is research?

[B Baby82]

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Hi, I'm looking into a research opportunity at my school involving movement disorders...it's kind of a package deal that includes working on the actual research and then having the opportunity to shadow physicians on rounds and other things. I have never had any research experience and was wondering that since I'm a non-science major if I should look further into this opportunity. Also, I plan on doing some research to graduate with honors next fall. I plan on studying the effects of spanish language on the medical community (patients, doctors, etc.) (I'm a spanish major). Would something like this be seen as impressive or should I try to go for the more science based project?

 

[cowgirl]

If you have the time, do both. If not, I'd go with the first. It's a great opportunity to see medicine working from both the research and clinical aspects. Can't beat that AND it'll be like killing 2 birds with one stone.... research AND shadowing. Good luck!
🙂

 

[sepaul]

Hi, I'm looking into a research opportunity at my school involving movement disorders...it's kind of a package deal that includes working on the actual research and then having the opportunity to shadow physicians on rounds and other things. I have never had any research experience and was wondering that since I'm a non-science major if I should look further into this opportunity. Also, I plan on doing some research to graduate with honors next fall. I plan on studying the effects of spanish language on the medical community (patients, doctors, etc.) (I'm a spanish major). Would something like this be seen as impressive or should I try to go for the more science based project?

Hi there. I would follow up and for sure do the research. Your project on the "effects of the Spanish Language on the medical community" is much needed. However, you need to focus on a specific aspect of the Latino community. I suggest getting advice from a local organization and becoming involved in bi-cultural healthcare in your community. Show the initiative to take charge of a program and that will speak volumes for your desire to help the community...

 

[45408]

This sounds like a good venue to pursue. Science research is good, but if you dislike doing it, then it would be a poor choice. If you enjoy what you're about to do, then don't hold back.

 

[CA med app]

Hi, I'm looking into a research opportunity at my school involving movement disorders...it's kind of a package deal that includes working on the actual research and then having the opportunity to shadow physicians on rounds and other things. I have never had any research experience and was wondering that since I'm a non-science major if I should look further into this opportunity. Also, I plan on doing some research to graduate with honors next fall. I plan on studying the effects of spanish language on the medical community (patients, doctors, etc.) (I'm a spanish major). Would something like this be seen as impressive or should I try to go for the more science based project?

I don't think you should try and do what's impressive to others, but just do what you enjoy. As for me, I did a semester of independent research to see if I want to pursue a MD/PhD. Since I ended up not enjoying so much of academic medicine, I made up my mind to apply for the MD route.

So, my advice is: do what makes you happy and if you don't know what that is....go and explore different projects by talking to the PI and lab members.

 

[benb2099]

I was thinking about applying to that same research team.

 

[B Baby82]

thanks for the advice...i'm definately planning on doing the nonscience research next fall, but i was wondering if it was important to have science based research on a med school application, or is any type of experience valued?

 

[Medikit]

Without research there would be no bioterrorism so it is very important.

 

[Fermata]

Without research there would be no bioterrorism so it is very important.

But what about COUNTER bioterrorism?

What about preemptive biological warfare strikes? 😀