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I'm another one of those useless whiners out there wondering how I might become a doctor. The reason I want to be one is because I'm interested in the "field of medicine" (imagine a profound voice saying that) and learning a lot about that, helping people by treating their diseases and injuries, helping people in general (altruistic aren't I ), I think I'd be good at it frankly, and it just sounds like good, clean fun.
That said, I think being a doctor is good because you are generally unlimited in your scope, and it seems that you could / would provide better services with more education, training, and experience.
So....why become an NP or PA? Is it because you wanted to do medical things and learn medical stuff without having to devote the time to medical school, residency, etc? Is it because there's something about either of those two fields that interest you specifically.
If you are either an NP or PA do you feel limited? I'm not inferring anything or making any stabs. I'm just interested in why you do what you do and if there is a reason that saps like me should look at those fields rather than simply MD or even DO.
I know most NP programs require you to be an RN, but those programs such as one at Vanderbilt don't. Some PA programs require less documented experience than others.
Looking to hear your words of wisdom.
That said, I think being a doctor is good because you are generally unlimited in your scope, and it seems that you could / would provide better services with more education, training, and experience.
So....why become an NP or PA? Is it because you wanted to do medical things and learn medical stuff without having to devote the time to medical school, residency, etc? Is it because there's something about either of those two fields that interest you specifically.
If you are either an NP or PA do you feel limited? I'm not inferring anything or making any stabs. I'm just interested in why you do what you do and if there is a reason that saps like me should look at those fields rather than simply MD or even DO.
I know most NP programs require you to be an RN, but those programs such as one at Vanderbilt don't. Some PA programs require less documented experience than others.
Looking to hear your words of wisdom.