Why MD/PhD if you can do research with MD

[Scottish Chap]

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Scottish Chap, just out of interest, what were your reasons for quitting research and going to Medical school? Sounds like you were on the right track to succeed in research.

I didn't actually quit research. PM for specifics if you're that interested.

 

[datsa]

I know I'm late for responding to this thread, but some areas of research require advanced degrees that are NOT covered by a medical degree. For instance, I am interested in doing a dual MD-Phd in the social sciences; medicine has its social aspects but doesn't prepare you to do advanced work with different cultures, groups, etc. I realize that most MD-Phd programs are oriented toward biological and chemical science PhDs but there is a minority of us who are social science oriented.

 

[Cegar]

A part of me dies when Ph.D's argue without sources to back them up.