You have chosen the profession of a doctor, but what kind of doctor should you become? All types of medical activities are described here
What kind of doctor to become is not a simple question.
I speak as a doctor with extensive experience. When I entered medical school, I was full of all sorts of romantic ideas about the work of a doctor. And only towards the fourth course, thoughts began to arise in my head - what kind of doctor should I become? You know, I sincerely envy those who can determine their priorities. But, in my opinion, the doctors that most medical students make are not the result of their conscious choice, but the result of circumstances. Did you think about being a cardiologist, but only found a place in your residency in skin diseases? Here's a dermatologist for you. Maybe he will be a good dermatologist... or maybe... I also thought about cardiology at the institute, and as a result, I am a traumatologist-orthopedist with 25 years of experience... Probably, it is important not to become what kind of doctor in terms of profession, but simply become a professional doctor. Do you feel the difference?
Choosing what kind of doctor you want to become will depend on your preferences, abilities and capabilities. For example, you can become a dentist, therapist, pediatrician, surgeon, cardiologist, oncologist, etc.
If almost everyone knows therapists and pediatricians, then in relation to other doctors, people who are far from medicine may completely lack this knowledge. To the point where even anecdotal situations arise. So, as a cardiologist, I was once visited by a teenage girl who persistently complained of abdominal pain and diarrhea and was sincerely surprised that the cardiologist did not deal with this. And the nephrologist somehow sadly sat at the reception, waiting for patients, looking at the completed registration sheet. But it turned out that all her patients went to a neurologist.
After graduating from medical school and completing an internship, you can become a therapist or pediatrician. But to become a specialist in a narrow profile, you need to undergo specialization. So, let’s clarify what exactly this or that doctor does, and who you should contact in case of certain problems.
A THERAPIST is a general specialist who, in principle, deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of all internal organs. If necessary, refers to specialized specialists.
A PEDIATRIC is the same as a therapist, but with regards to childhood diseases.
NEONATOLOGIST or micropediatrician. It has this name because it deals exclusively with children of the newborn period, that is, only up to 1 month of life. Neonatologists work primarily in maternity hospitals, but one such specialist can also work in a city children's clinic.
A SURGEON is a specialist who is also known to the majority of the population. This doctor is engaged in diagnostics and mainly surgical treatment of surgical pathology.
ORTHOPEDIST - a doctor who deals with problems of bones, joints, and spine. Often can act together with the surgeon.
TRAUMATOLOGIST - treats injuries to bones, joints, spine, most often these are, of course, fractures, dislocations or simply bruises.
NEUROLOGIST is a fairly common specialization. A neurologist (neuropathologist) deals with the pathology of the nervous system, treats VSD, cerebral palsy, the consequences of birth or traumatic brain injuries, the consequences of infections affecting the nervous system (encephalitis, meningitis, polio) and much more.
It is worth paying attention that specifically in case of injury, for example, to the head, you should not contact a neurologist. A consultation with a NEUROSURGEON will be required. But once they have, for example, been diagnosed with a concussion, they can be treated by a neurologist. In addition, a neurosurgeon operates on diseases of the nervous system, brain tumors, etc.
An OCULIST or OPHTHALMOLOGIST solves all problems with vision and eye diseases.
ENT is a doctor or otorhinolaryngologist who deals with all diseases of the ear, nose and throat. But if your hearing is impaired, the otolaryngologist will refer you to an AUDIOLOGIST.
AUDIOLOGIST is a doctor who diagnoses hearing impairment (audiogram), treats hearing loss and selects hearing aids.
NEPHROLOGIST - deals with the diagnosis and treatment of kidney and urinary tract diseases that require conservative treatment (pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, urinary tract infections - this is all in his profile).
UROLOGIST is a specialist in some ways similar to a nephrologist, but often solves problems of the kidneys and urinary tract surgically, for example, if it is a congenital anomaly, hydronephrosis, etc.
CARDIOLOGIST is a specialist who treats all matters of the heart, including hypertension, heart attacks, various arrhythmias, and in children - congenital heart defects.
RHEUMATOLOGIST - a doctor specializing in rheumatoid diseases. If rheumatism is a thing of the past, then rheumatoid, systemic connective tissue diseases, and vasculitis are becoming increasingly common. These are rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, dermatomyositis, etc. They are treated by a rheumatologist. If in adult patients a rheumatologist is assigned a separate specialization, then in children a cardiologist can deal with such problems.
GASTROENTEROLOGIST - a specialist in all diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
ALLERGOLOGIST - a specialist involved in the treatment of allergic pathology, including bronchial asthma, obstructive bronchitis, allergic dermatitis, rhinitis
Dentist, plastic surgeon. A good cardiologist will not be left without bread. Yes, but you always need experience. The main thing is to be a good specialist, then the patients themselves will go and pay the money. After all, most doctors are mediocrities.
And let's end this with a funny poem:
All specialties have a special smell:
The geneticist smells like a buccal scraping,
Surgeons smell like peritonitis,
And pulmonologists smell of pleurisy,
Urologist smells like prostate secretion,
The radiologist smells of barium,
The smell of phlegm, blood and urine
Laboratory doctors are everywhere,
The microbiologist smells like agar,
Plaster and splints - traumatologist.
Smells like drool, with or without burping
Doctor at FGDS office.
Smells like roses... a good proctologist,
The gerontologist smells like old women,
The ultrasound technician smells like condom and gel,
Medical recorder - paper and glue.
Doctor podiatrist smells like feet,
Grill and bedsores - combustiologist,
Vomit, homeless people, urine and gasoline
The smell of the ambulance doctor is unbearable.
The gynecologist smells like aunts,
And the histologist smells like paraffin.
Evil old ladies, a ton of paper
Our poor therapists smell,
Neonatologist smells like meconium,
Smells like the urine of an old nephrologist.
The mammologist smells like a dirty armpit,
And pediatricians smell like Rastishka,
Endocrinologist smells like ketones,
The dentist smells like a rotten tooth,
The forensic medic smells like a grave,
Nachmed smells like cognac and tequila,
A psychologist smells like a wet vest,
The anesthesiologist smells like anesthesia.
There are a lot of smells, but there is also a bummer -
ONLY THE CHIEF DOCTOR SMELLS OF BULLSHIT
Doctor- the most noble and humane profession. Apparently this is why children play doctor from a young age, and teenagers dream of becoming one. Without a doubt, it is wonderful when a child wants to help people and save lives, but to become a good doctor, desire alone is not enough. Each specialty of this profession has its own characteristics, which you must know when choosing a direction while studying at a medical university.
Having finished medical university, you can become a pediatrician, therapist or dentist, but to become a surgeon, oncologist, cardiologist, orthopedist and other specialized specialist, you must also complete an internship. We suggest you take a test and answer questions to decide which doctor you should become:
1. How do you react to a passerby’s question: “Please tell me where is (name) of the street?”
a) Silently, I point my hand in the right direction;
b) I ask what he is looking for there;
c) I will develop a route by opening a city map on my mobile phone;
d) I simply answer: “I don’t know” and move on.
Question to a psychologist
Hello. I am 17 years old, I am finishing 10th grade. Since childhood, I have been very interested in medicine. And so, when the time comes to decide on a future profession, I need consultation or good advice!
When I was little and played with dolls, I had only one game - treating dolls. They were always in bandages and greenery; I drew and invented various (real-life) diseases and injuries for them, and then hospitalized and treated them. This was very interesting to me. Later I got a hamster, and one day I came home to find him, at least unconscious, lying on his back. He was cold, and the rhythm of his heartbeat was not felt. I resuscitated him, warmed him up and tried to slowly feed him... he revived and came to his senses. I was very happy.
For the past 3 years I have been constantly looking out the window when an ambulance passes. This has already become a reflex, because every time I hear a siren or see a flashing ambulance light, I immediately look out the window and try to see it.
I watch and periodically review TV series about medicine (“Doctor Tyrsa” and “Emergency”), sometimes read medical literature, and search the Internet for medical terms that interest me. I love it. I would love to become an emergency doctor, or in a hospital (however, if in a hospital, I don’t know what specialty I would choose), I’m also thinking about becoming a massage therapist... but there are several factors that push me away from this professions, professions of a doctor: firstly, I don’t know chemistry; secondly, I’m afraid that I won’t pass the exams required for admission; thirdly, ambulance workers do not have high wages (although this factor does not put me off much); fourthly, you need to study for a very long time and learn and know a lot; and fifthly, I’m afraid that I won’t be able to get through and take a really good position in which I would like to help people and save their lives!
I also thought about the Ministry of Emergency Situations, because I really want to help people and save their lives!
Now I can’t decide who I should be, even despite all sorts of professional tests. But exams are coming soon and you need to know what to prepare for and where to go next! I REALLY WANT MY FUTURE JOB TO GIVE ME PLEASURE, BUT I'M AFRAID THAT I WILL NOT FIND ONE.
I play football and on the team I play the role of, so to speak, Doctor-Doctor... Girls periodically contact me directly or, if this is not possible, write about the illness or injury that worries them; They ask for help, to suggest something. I manage to give them a good massage at training camps. She helped many with back pain, muscle pain, bruises and sprains. And I find this pleasant and very interesting.
I apologize for such a long letter, but I tried to describe the problem that interests me in as much detail as possible. This is very important to me and I need help in choosing a profession.
By the way, I like to communicate with people and help them whenever possible. In principle, I easily get into contact with people and can maintain a lively conversation. My friend says that I have certain speaking abilities and a good tongue!
So I'm looking forward to your advice and any help.
Thank you in advance!
Hello Tatiana! let's look at what's going on:
in addition to the whole picture of your childhood - one role-playing game is not enough - in order to be a doctor - this only speaks of interest on your part - that there is interest - BUT so far nothing else! and desire and play are not enough! Medicine is one of the most difficult specialties, and you need to invest yourself in it, work hard, the results will NOT come on their own! What are you doing to make YOUR dream come true? Are you just listing the problems?
I watch and periodically review TV series about medicine (“Doctor Tyrsa” and “Emergency”)
I sometimes read medical literature and search the Internet for medical terms that interest me.
these movies are DIFFERENT from reality! You will NOT learn from films what is actually THERE - for this you need to come to the hospital and look at the patients, at the doctors, find out and inquire (ask your parents, find out from your friends) - what is behind this profession? what are its pitfalls - in addition to patients, studies, advanced training, a lot of routine! besides what you observe from the outside, what are YOU doing, should you start becoming a doctor or GO TO it?
There are several factors that push me away from this profession, the profession of a doctor:
(i.e. you see problems and DO NOT solve them) - it is NOT the problems that push you away, but YOU yourself! YOU see problems in THIS and YOU DO NOT solve THEM!
firstly, I don't know chemistry;
what are you doing to find out? did you study it yourself? did you contact the teacher? did you work with tutors? What? knowledge will NOT come on its own - and chemistry is indeed one of the main subjects in medical school, and also anatomy in different versions!
secondly, I’m afraid that I won’t pass the exams required for admission;
What's the point of being afraid of this? The most important thing is to understand what will give YOU a feeling of confidence in the exams - this is, first of all, KNOWLEDGE! and in order to understand what your knowledge is in REALITY, look at your grades, identify problem and difficult areas and lean on them! go to preparatory courses!
thirdly, ambulance workers do not have high wages (although this factor does not put me off much);
yes, NOT high (as in principle in many institutions) - BUT - and this will depend on YOU - on the intensity, on the category, etc.
fourthly, you need to study for a very long time and learn and know a lot;
and what turns YOU off about this? fear ? uncertainty? YES, you need to know, study and work a lot - can YOU be responsible FOR your actions? and only in YOUR power, to work, learn and know! ready? or is it easier for you to see NOT the way out, but the obstacles?
The choice is also YOURS - to look for a path or see a dead end!
but in fact - in any specialty you need to study, know and work a lot!
and fifthly, I’m afraid that I won’t be able to get through and take a really good position in which I would like to help people and save their lives!
YOUR help to people does NOT depend on your position, but on YOU! and YOUR future will depend on YOU! how YOU build it and how you go is YOUR choice! until YOU see no way, only restrictions! Even studying to become a massage therapist is also a medical field!
it is also important to undergo career guidance - BUT NOT only the motivational component - BUT - 1. know your abilities! 2. know your personality and 3. motivation - and all together, an analysis of all directions will help you see THAT direction where you can realize your maximum potential (only in every profession you need to ACT, and NOT observe!)
A man comes up to you and asks how to get to such and such a street.
a) Without saying a word, I’ll wave my hand in the right direction.
b) I’ll ask what exactly he’s looking for there.
c) I’ll open a map on my mobile phone and work out a route together with a passerby.
d) Even if I know where it is, I’ll just shrug my shoulders. Let him look for himself.
When you read a book, you:
a) sometimes I look at the end - I don’t always have the patience to read in order;
b) I’m just following the plot;
c) I try to understand what guides the actions of the characters, I evaluate the characters’ personalities;
d) books are boring, I prefer TV.
You have arrived at the cafe. What will you order?
a) Something that cooks quickly.
b) Something that I have never tried.
c) A familiar dish that is sure to be delicious.
d) The most exotic dish on the menu.
If you have a cold:
a) I bring down the temperature, put some drops in my nose and go to work;
b) I stay at home for seven days, so as not to infect others, and take medications prescribed by the doctor;
c) I read the Internet to make sure that it is really a cold and not something worse;
d) I don’t do anything - it will go away on its own.
What would you like to receive as a gift?
a) A pocket knife with many blades.
b) I won’t tell! I love surprises!
c) Something related to my hobby.
d) Certificate for a parachute jump or hot air balloon flight.
As a child, what did you love most:
a) designers;
b) any new toy became the most favorite for a while;
c) puzzles and puzzles;
d) skates and rollers.
Did you get along well with your classmates?
a) Was the leader in the class.
b) He had many friends, but did not make close friendships with anyone.
c) I didn’t have many friends, but I still communicate with some of them.
d) Didn’t fit into the school team.
Add up your scores and see your findings.
More "a" answers. You could become a good surgeon or dentist. It’s boring for you to treat a patient with pills and injections for a long time - you’re used to getting quick results. In addition, in the dental chair or on the surgical table, the patient certainly will not be able to give stupid advice to the doctor!
More "b" answers. You are a born therapist. The main thing is to make the correct diagnosis, and then let specialists figure it out. In addition, you have enough patience to carry out lengthy examinations and listen to even the most strange complaints. True, if you manage to figure out what is happening with the patient, you will lose all interest in him.
More "c" answers. You would make an excellent specialist with a narrow profile - an ophthalmologist, neurologist or otolaryngologist. After all, the more you study an area, the more passionate you become about it. And if something goes beyond your interests, you can always tell the patient: “This is not for me, see a therapist!”
More "g" answers. You don't like people too much and prefer loneliness. But you like to take risks, sometimes even where you don’t need to. And if so, it’s unlikely that you will find a place in a clinic or hospital, except perhaps in line to see the doctor.
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