I get lots of questions from students contemplating a career in medicine. One of the questions I am frequently asked is, “what if I don’t like blood, or I get squeamish thinking of surgery?” “Am I too squeamish for medical school?”
In this video, I answer that question!
I also answer 2 other reader questions:
- Should I get an associates degree and how to I manage my time?
I talk about different options when choosing a college path. It might not always be the best idea to get an associates degree, but it depends on your long term goals.
2. Should I be a CRNA or an MD?
This is a great question and I hope you enjoy hearing my thoughts. I talk about CRNA vs. anesthesia, MD vs. PA and NP, and how to decide between those options.
Hope you enjoy this video!
Check out some of my other pre-med advice youtube videos as well:
Debbie Eastland says
Hi Andrea,
I made the wedding cake recipe and it was amazing! Thank you for sharing it. I wanted to ask you if you’ve yet had any experience with occipital CVAs. I had one several months ago and was told it was because I was born with small cerebral arteries. I really don’t believe that. As a PhD in research medicine that doesn’t sound like a very viable reason and the neuro-ophthalmologist was worthless. I just don’t know what to do next. Sorry for the venting.
Andrea Tooley says
So glad you liked the cake recipe! I’m so sorry to hear about your stroke! Are you having visual changes from the stroke? What did the euro-ophthalmologist tell you? I can’t imagine how scary and stressful that must be. Do you have other stroke risk factors (high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, smoking?) I think the best thing would be to have close follow-up with your primary care physician and make sure all those risk factors are taken care of. Feel better!
Mak says
Hi Andrea! Non-medical question for you… where is that super cute sweater from?!
Andrea Tooley says
Thanks! It’s BCBG but it’s pretty old!