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My first posting.

Hello,
A very good article Dr.Anton.
I'm a third year medical student.I still remember the first day of my first ward which was pediatrics ward...that day when i got back to home,i was so disturbed...it was quite disturbing seeing those little babies in pain...but with time i kept on feeling better...today after 7 months i feel very contented after helping my patients=)

Regards,
K.S.

Posted: 30 August, 2010 - 08:13am
by: K.S

Career for inneeds

I leant that medicine is not just a career it is a proffession to help those who are inneed, and that is why I chose this journey for my life as I enjoy caring and loving those who desparatly want to be loved. This is the world where the bad turns good and despairs change to hopes. Cheers.

Posted: 12 July, 2010 - 06:40am
by: Mfundo

Becoming a doctor

Dear Dr. Anton,

This one may sound absurd. I graduated in electrical engineering and have been working for a number of years. I feel like switching profession to one I really like to help others in a more direct way. I've been thinking of nursing or medicine as a doctor but I feel that it is now too late to pursue with this. I am 37 years old. What do you think?

Posted: 28 June, 2010 - 03:28am
by: lost

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We meet again. Welcome back!

There is a world hidden behind the conservative mask that the medical world projects. As a doctor, you have to act conservative, cool and collected in front of patients.

This is because, if you were to play around and joke too much in front of a patient, they would start getting the feeling that they're not in competent hands.

BUT, when no patients are around, the world of medicine can be quite different. The other side of medicine takes center stage.

Once, a medical team, consisting of a surgeon, surgeon's assistant, and anaesthetist were wrapping up a small op. The anaesthetist was called to the telephone for an 'urgent' phone call.

Theatre staff gathered in anticipation. They could feel something was going on by the smile on the surgical team's faces.

"Hello...Hello?"

The anaesthetist realized, too late, that he was on the receiving end of a practical joke... his ear was now stuck to the telephone by a special surgical glue.

The theatre staff packed out laughing, slapping their knees, leaving the anaesthetist with a sheepish smile on his face.

A while later, in a calculated response to this, the anaesthetist took all the surgeon's clothes home. When the surgeon got to the change-rooms, his clothes were gone. He went home in his surgical garments that day, and he never saw those clothes again.

Everyone in the medical world needs their own way to deal with the pressures of seeing trauma and pain every day. Apart from the reward of seeing someone get well and be able to go back to their family, a sense of humor plays the biggest part in keeping your sanity.

It's worth it when you've helped someone get well, or saved a life, but on the occasion when there's nothing you could do, you can't go home and take that baggage to your family.

Congratulations to you! You have just discovered an important key to keeping your sanity in the world of medicine...

When you're operating, consulting, or treating patients, take your job very seriously, and be careful and precise. But when circumstances allow for it, laugh, smile, joke, and have fun.

That's the hidden side of medicine that most people never see... doctors, surgeons, and nurses use humor to get them through.

Sorry if I've spoiled it for you. Were you expecting that doctors were always that solemn; that they're serious and that's just the way it should be? Well, pop... burst that bubble good and proper.

It's fun, it's stimulating, it's fulfilling. What more can I say about being a doctor?

It changes you as a person, because now, suddenly, and for a change, you're forced to think about other people ahead of yourself.

You'll notice your own problems become much smaller when you're helping other people every day to cope with their problems.

That's why doctors are so admired and respected in their communities. Because all day, every day, they're helping those in need.

Medical professionals are, for the most part, really good people with good hearts... a unique breed.

Before I sign off, I just want to let you know that, if you freak out when you see blood or needles, don't worry. That passes as you get into medical school. Don't let that be a deterrent at all.

Has this helped you get a new perspective on the world of medicine?

Use the comments section below and let me know. I always read the comments and quite often, when time allows, I even reply.

Remember, we're taking this step by step, together.

I look forward to reading your opinion below.

Dr Anton

This Letter from the Doc was submitted on 17 July, 2007 at 05:55am

My first posting.

Hello,
A very good article Dr.Anton.
I'm a third year medical student.I still remember the first day of my first ward which was pediatrics ward...that day when i got back to home,i was so disturbed...it was quite disturbing seeing those little babies in pain...but with time i kept on feeling better...today after 7 months i feel very contented after helping my patients=)

Regards,
K.S.

Posted on: 30 August, 2010 at 08:13am
By: K.S

Career for inneeds

I leant that medicine is not just a career it is a proffession to help those who are inneed, and that is why I chose this journey for my life as I enjoy caring and loving those who desparatly want to be loved. This is the world where the bad turns good and despairs change to hopes. Cheers.

Posted on: 12 July, 2010 at 06:40am
By: Mfundo

Becoming a doctor

Dear Dr. Anton,

This one may sound absurd. I graduated in electrical engineering and have been working for a number of years. I feel like switching profession to one I really like to help others in a more direct way. I've been thinking of nursing or medicine as a doctor but I feel that it is now too late to pursue with this. I am 37 years old. What do you think?

Posted on: 28 June, 2010 at 03:28am
By: lost

hi

hi, i'm starting my first 4 at college and just wanted to say thank you for the peace of mind i wanted to ask how do you become a doctor who travels the world ?

Posted on: 21 June, 2010 at 08:08am
By: Jo Lee

hey

i am scared of blood.. but to become a doctor i am willing to get rid of all those fears...

Posted on: 30 April, 2010 at 01:48pm
By: cindy

Hi again doctor

hi doc. what was it like when you were in high school

Posted on: 26 March, 2010 at 03:47pm
By: ambra

wonderful!

This is a lovely piece and wonderful commentary on a "little secret" of the medical world. Thank you so much for sharing this insight and for inspiring everyone!!

Posted on: 14 March, 2010 at 01:49am
By: surfdoctorSD

hey doc

Thanks for the videos, from me, and thanks for being a doctor, from the world:))

Posted on: 02 December, 2009 at 04:47pm
By: Abdul

whew

I am a joking and sollom person so I think that this is a good career path for me

Posted on: 02 December, 2009 at 04:17pm
By: sabkendall

Many Thanks

Thanks Dr. Anton for taking the time to share your experience and knowledge with everyone that visits the site. :) I wish you good health and happiness.

Posted on: 29 November, 2009 at 08:40pm
By: Dania

:)

Hey,
thanks for the e-mails and information, this really helps :)
Hope i can make it into the medicine world! ♥

Posted on: 07 November, 2009 at 04:54pm
By: Mariam(:

hey Doc

i reallly apreciate for replying, you know i didnt know much about the doctors world, now you telling me what i didnt know. thanks ill take your advice and use it. later doc i have a test to write and its physics wish for me the best, see yaa!

Posted on: 21 September, 2009 at 03:31am
By: zenande

Thank you

This does really help thank you soo much i have sooooooooooooo many questions that needed answeres very fast i am a 14 year old girl and i am going to grade 10 i am realy confues about what courses should i take so they help me in being a doctoe , anyway .. i really want to be a doctor and i think this is the best website that can help me and answer my questions .. thank you soo much

Posted on: 29 August, 2009 at 03:21am
By: Suze

The best advice

This is the best advice I've received, thank you.

Posted on: 08 August, 2009 at 09:03pm
By: wadeorawhite

My Dream

hi i want to be a doctor but basically suck at science and math. i have wanted to be one since i was little and i am not gonna give up! what should i do?

Posted on: 31 July, 2009 at 01:02pm
By: doctor?

Thanks

Docs need to have their fun.

Posted on: 08 July, 2009 at 03:52pm
By: Saby

Thank you

Thank you for the enlightening information. It has really put me at ease to know that doctors also enjoy life. Your comforting message has driven me further into reaching my goal to become a doctor. Thanx Letish

Posted on: 03 July, 2009 at 06:34am
By: Letish

perturbation

Your words had impacted my life to the world of medicine.AS an high school gratuaded I had intended to go to college this falling semester to acquire all the basis needs to becoming a doctor.previously I did not informed how firmed it was to be a doctor but according to your awareness and words of encouragements I have percieved my self inside the real of medicines assisting patients.finally i am exclaiming to you DR Anton an extreme thanks for your encouragements words not me solitary but to the whale wide world to informing the best steps ever of becoming a doctor,and I am looking forward to attain more information about the world of medicine while I am in the road to success

Posted on: 02 July, 2009 at 01:25pm
By: Tiwil

U RIGHT !!!!

DOCS ARE THE BEST AND GAMES RELEASE THEIR STRESS LEVELS WHICH IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO.

Posted on: 29 June, 2009 at 04:59am
By: LAGZY

Just do it!

A Good sense of humor is necessary in all careers..I think it must be a prerequisite for politicians!

Posted on: 28 June, 2009 at 01:01am
By: NOSH

the truth

I am a medical student and the thiugjht of seeing a patient die in my watch terrifies me, but not as much as the sight of needles. And I do hope that I will get over my biggest fears that may even both play a mojor role in my years of being a Dr. But I don't know how I'll get over the thought of seeing a child die, that has greater impact and emotional strain on anyone. I love children alot I love being around them they are just innocent and honest they never fake an illness thet never ask to be sick and having seen some very sick children in the hospital wards I feel so helpless, I wanna make them smile but I'm too scared to get to close to them cos I feel I may cuase more pain just by genltely touching them. Then there are the others who give the biggest smiles ever aqnd it gives hope.

Posted on: 26 June, 2009 at 03:50am
By: Dr in training

Incorrect

It is untrue that you first have to become a nurse before you become a doctor.

Posted on: 24 June, 2009 at 02:13pm
By: Dr Anton

need your help

Is it true that to be a doctor you first have to be a nurse?

Posted on: 24 June, 2009 at 08:55am
By: naturelle

excitement

i liked this it really gave me an even broader view and enlightment to the world of medicine i get happy just helping a friend what will happin when i help a patient!! Thanx Dr Anton

Posted on: 23 June, 2009 at 07:44am
By: Adele

What course...

Hi Solomon
Have you considered the How to stitch up Wounds Course (kit included) available in the shop section on this site?

Posted on: 14 June, 2009 at 02:53pm
By: Dr Anton

I want to become doctor

I want to become a docotor but i'm so scared of cutting human body and surgery what do i do to overcome this fear . What course do i need to take in order to fulfill my Dream?

Posted on: 14 June, 2009 at 01:25pm
By: Solomon

blood

can you help me.
i want to become a doctor one day but i have a problem I am not very good at handling a lot of blood. do you think I might be able to overcome this?
also when they select for med school do they also check courses like geography or are they fine if you have a really bad mark in geo.

Posted on: 25 May, 2009 at 05:37pm
By: Dan

Thank You

I am most grateful for your help. I only hope that I can get over the idea of looking into a person's body but I believe I can, hopefully.

Posted on: 25 May, 2009 at 07:31am
By: Junaid

Scholarships

I would like some information regaring full scholarships in the USA.

Posted on: 25 May, 2009 at 02:17am
By: Angie

wonderful

this is more than a lecture room, please i need more poster information please.

Posted on: 17 May, 2009 at 05:12pm
By: ASTUTE

Sophie Davis medical college

Sophie Davis medical college takes you up to your second year of medical school training. They have a special arrangement with a number of medical schools for the clinical training - 2 years, internship - 1 year and residence 2 years.

Posted on: 16 February, 2009 at 12:20am
By: Dr Anton

Dang...

Hello Dr.Anton (O.D. or M.D.?) I am 13 years of asge, and it may not seem like an age were a child like me would be introduced into medical sciences, but i fell into it, and i loved it. I am hoping to purchase one of your products to help me along. Once out of High School i plan to enroll in Sophie Davis medical college, to complete the Pre-clinical portion of my medical edutcation, after that, it's pretty shady, help...

Posted on: 13 February, 2009 at 07:59pm
By: aperson writing a comment

Chiny

Have a look at some of the other "Letters from the Doc":
"How to become a doctor in the U.S.A." and
"So you want to become a doctor (GP)." If you have any further questions kindly post them at the "Ask Dr Anton" facility on the main menu bar of this website. But kindly give me as much information regarding your current status as possible.
All of the best!

Posted on: 26 January, 2009 at 02:45pm
By: Dr Anton

thank u

ur letter was helpful.though i still need more answers since am 30years old and just married. am expected to have kids soon. i don't know how to go about this.am just in degree level and still have a long way to go. please reply

Posted on: 26 January, 2009 at 01:59pm
By: chiny

Hi Neah

This week's Letter from the doc is about working with children (pediatrics) are you subscribed? If not copy and paste this web address into your browser:
http://www.theapprenticedoctor.com/showadvice.php?article_id=42

Posted on: 26 January, 2009 at 01:37pm
By: Dr Anton

I need your help

I would love nothing more than to become an e.r. doctor, or working with children. I have no idea what steps to take, what classes, or any of that. could you help me out with this?

Posted on: 25 January, 2009 at 05:03pm
By: neah

u Inspired me

dear sir, I am a medico. doing my final year of MBBS. I passed all my exams till now with minimum effort studying a night before exam.but now afterlistening u i have realised what it really means to be a good medical proffesional and i wll start working very hard .

Posted on: 08 January, 2009 at 01:22pm
By: swapna

Working in 3rd world countries

Hi Maria
Your dream is quite achievable!
Copy and paste ths website into your browser...
http://www.jkdhho.com/index.html

Posted on: 29 December, 2008 at 02:49pm
By: Dr Anton

real interesting article :)

Hi. I liked your article. Very interesting.
I'm 15 and I'm thinking about becomming a doctor and working in 3rd world countries. Do you know what I have to do to do that?
Maria Saeki

Posted on: 29 December, 2008 at 12:22pm
By: marigold 1230

Order info

Hi Tiya
Just follow the "Shop" on the main menu bar of this site...

Posted on: 20 December, 2008 at 08:46am
By: Dr Anton

BIG THANKS

I appreciate this little article but please I need more like Oliver twist

Posted on: 16 December, 2008 at 01:28pm
By: Mysticdon

where do i order

where do i order the apprentice doctor from?

Posted on: 15 December, 2008 at 02:38pm
By: tiya

Alternatives

I have a problem, I learn by doing. In a class room I get lost. It seems to be a combination of the usual distractions and the speed and accuracy of the information coming to me.
I know that I would be a good doc, but in order to do so I would need to "do" before I learn. When given the chance I am able to master most things but simple observation and then I get to work. If I go through the class room first, I always end up lost. In case you are wondering I have been to college three times, twice I paid for it, the other time I was sneaking into classes trying out a theory on how I could learn. And no I never passed a class or received a degree.

I would like your advice as to how to proceed with my education into the medical field.

I would appreciate something other than tough luck kid, find a job you ca handle!

Thanks
Rob

Posted on: 12 December, 2008 at 03:22am
By: Rob

thanks

Hi Dr Anton,
I've seen another side of being a doctor that I could have never known.It's really nice to know that there are people around who can remove the tension I feel when I think of medical school.

Posted on: 09 December, 2008 at 12:57pm
By: Esinam

Inroads into medicine

Hi Chris
There are basically four inroads into medicine.
1. Allopathic medicine - the system of doctors and medical specialists.
2. Nursing
3. Alternative medicine - e.g. homeopathy
4. Paramedic/emergency medicine/first aid

For the benefit and protection of the public, very strict training criteria applies - in all countries - even third world countries.
Most of the above qualifications require board certification - with severe penalties if one practices without board certification.
Injecting Botox may be simple enough, and one can teach even a toddler to do it - until something goes wrong like anaphylactic shock, and the patient dies...
Trust the information helps!

Posted on: 02 December, 2008 at 01:09pm
By: Dr Anton

Botox

They're a lot of women wanting botox injections, a child 'being serious' could do the job.
Where cam I get a Medicl certificate from so I can practive at my own surgery, at a low cost and build up a ggreat reputatation for myself, allowing me to have time doing the things I want to do, and more.

sincerely
Chris Stewart

International Medical Certificte will not allow me to work a any hospital, It'll all have to be done with my receptionist in my own srgery, I'll be allright with that, until my reputation preceeds me and allows travel to more lavish surroundings.

Thanks for the advice about the serious nature [face] of the work, it's the simple stuff that makes it or breaks it.

kind regards
Chris Stewart,

PS If your able to direct me to an International Medical Certificate, that is based on a sharp mind, maybe a keaness and enthusiasm to help people in third world countries who wouldn't get any of the most simple medical care.

I'd be proud to donate to your cause, helping people is a persons highest calling.

Chris Stewart

Posted on: 01 December, 2008 at 03:18am
By: Chris

Need your help

Dear Dr. Anton,

I do have a degree in Biochemistry. I have been studying in Russia's University for 5 years.
And I had subjects like Chemistry :Inorganic, organic, analytical, higher mathematics, immunology, biochemistry and 60 other more subjects are on my diploma. So my question is: I'm 34 years old and always have wanted to be a doctor. Do I have a chance to become one and should I do it in my age.
If not than what should I do to become more and move on.
Thank you

Posted on: 19 November, 2008 at 01:57am
By: Nina

need help

i want to know what qalifications i need to get into med school and i dont know what kind of doctor i wnat to be , how many diffrent kinds are there????

Posted on: 17 November, 2008 at 01:59pm
By: awo

blood

Thanks so much. I thought that being a vegetarian and everything and cringing at the sight of blood or needles would be a problem for me. But apparently it's okay! My aunt wanted to got into a med program but dropped out because she couldn't handle cut open bodies and all that blood. So I was always afraid I might do the same thing. Maybe you can include some more information about you experiences? That would be awesome. Thanks.

Posted on: 03 November, 2008 at 08:55pm
By: lalala15

Why...

I love helping people.

Posted on: 21 October, 2008 at 08:20pm
By: Dr Anton

Hi!

Hi, i want ask you, why you want to become a doctor?

Posted on: 21 October, 2008 at 12:45am
By: JK

Choosing a specialty

Hi Thati
We are giving a free e-book "Which Branch of Medicine is for me" to students signing up for our monthly newsletter (letters from the doc) - see link on home page. This eBook has helped multiple students to decide on a specialty field!

Posted on: 28 August, 2008 at 10:57am
By: Dr Anton

Hi!

I am a 2nd year medical student,who wants to end up as a specialist but i have no idea what to specialise on.So i would like to ask what i should consider in respect to choosing the speacility. Thank you.

Posted on: 27 August, 2008 at 12:55pm
By: Thati

questions

wat classes can i take if i wanted to become a doctor and and do you have to have good grades?
another questionis is there any online trainning i can do for free? if not can you send some more info about wat i need to know?

Posted on: 26 August, 2008 at 09:58am
By: aviyanna

hello!

hi! im a former high school student interested in becoming a doctor but not sure what i like to do. Do you think u can give me some advice?
thank you!

Posted on: 25 August, 2008 at 07:06pm
By: jeff

Awesome

Yeah, I agree with Angel, this was a really cool letter Dr Anton. It's given me a new perspective.

Posted on: 07 August, 2008 at 08:58am
By: Ricky

Humor

I'm pleased to know that doctors take time out to laugh and play healthy games with their collegues. It's important to live and laugh a little for sanity's sake. I smiled as I read your letter Dr. Anton. Thanx Angel.

Posted on: 17 July, 2008 at 01:44pm
By: Angel