In.a dilemma.?. Medschool or job abroad
By RusTimothy
@RusTimothy (2)
January 26, 2012 1:34pm CST
I am already a nurse for four years now. In fact, I'm proud of my profession and finds joy every time I interact with my patients st the hospital. The feeling of helping and caring other people is indeed very honorable. The only problem I have is that I don't earn that much to really support my family. Well, I'm already in my 29 years of age and I don't know if it would be a good idea to proceed to Medschool. Wow, the thought of it.... Another 7 to 8 years! Whew... Not to mention the money I would be spending, hmmmm and the financial support from the family of course. That would be quite a headache for me and my family. Though they are in full support for me to proceed, especially my mom. I always wanted to be a doctor, way back ten years ago, hahaha... Thought still now I guess..
Another option would be like simply go abroad, and find a job, the problem is, I don't quite feel like living, though of course I could manage to really be away from them, since I already experienced it when I was in my first year of college... Hairston,Mehta will I do? Pursue a dream yet I feel like its not that practical because of my age? Or simply go abroad, and take the challenge of leaving my family for work. Well well well....mgotta think.......
5 responses
@kiiw013 (102)
• Slovenia
23 Oct 12
I would not recommend that you quit your current job. As long as you have a stable job, stick with it: because you never know where you will end up, and if you would even have a job then.
I've done that before, and also know alot of people who have done it. Do not leave your job and go anywhere else, unless you have enough money to survive for an extended period of time.
@Lunar01 (151)
• United States
28 Jan 12
It's great that you love what you do. A nurse is a very special job that not everyone is capable of doing. Most nurses care a lot about their patients and a good nurse can make a different for people who are dealing with difficult periods of their lives in the hospitals.
However, the question is really up to you whether you want to make that leap. Med school is VERY challenging. You need to make sure you have the needed drive and support from your family so you can go through it. Even if you are 29, you have a lot of time left because statistically speaking the average life expectancy in the U.S. is 78 years. If you sure you are up to the challenge and really want to become a doctor, you should. It's funny how once you really put your mind to doing what you want to do, the obstacles tend to become less threatening.
Going abroad is also an excellent choice. By going abroad you can learn about different cultures and languages, expanding your potential network tremendously. It's also very helpful in turning you into a more competitive person. In this age of globalization, people who are comfortable working in foreign settings and speak more than just English is a great asset no matter where you work at.
@mavil85 (348)
• Philippines
28 Jan 12
nurse here. and possible med school student here.
i have the same prob whether to pursue or not. the difference is that I'm 22 and you are 29.
if you really really need the money now, go abroad.
if you need the money later and have the money to spend now - study med.
being a doctor is a sure occupation, you can never go wrong! whenever, wherever, they need a doctor. while being a nurse of course you are not "valued" in the Philippines. plus work abroad depends on how lucky you can get.
I'm 22 and I am anxious that I'm getting old. I'm think wow. you must be more anxious than me
@leighz (456)
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29 Jan 12
Medicine as profession that does not really generate money when you are starting, according to others it's a noble profession. If you really want to be a doctor but do not want to spend so much money. Make sure that your NMAT score is high. There are good schools which offers lower tuition fee but has 85 to 100% passing rate in the National Medical Board exam.
