Student success statement

“Our very business in life is not to get ahead of others… but to get ahead of ourselves”

Thomas S. Monson

This statement tells me that we should think into the future and be ready for whatever challenge lies ahead 

Allopathic Physician (M.D.)

Duties and responsibilities: Physicians examine patients, obtain medical history, order, perform and interpret diagnostic test. For example, an allopathic physician will prescribe antibiotic to treat a bacterial disease. They prescribe and administer treatment for people suffering from injury or disease. They counsel patients about illness, injuries, health conditions, and preventive healthcare. They can also conduct medical research, teach and run medical centers. Allopathic physicians rely on patented pharmaceutical drugs, radiation and surgery to treat their patients. This type of doctor will only use allopath’s and will tend to avoid the use of non-allopathic or alternative medicine.

Salary: $101,000

Education: It takes four years to obtain a degree in allopathic medicine. In a typical allopathic medical school, the first two years are spent on basic science - gross anatomy, neuroscience, histology, biochemistry, etc. In the third and fourth years, students complete clinical rotations in a hospital or family practice setting to get supervised hands-on work with patients. After graduation from medical school, residency begins and varies from 3-7 years depending on the specialty field chosen.

Reflection: I would not like to be a allopathic Physician because I would be uncomfortable looking at a broken leg or arm 

Student Success Statement

“True wealth is of the heart, not of the purse.”

Og Mandino

Reflection: What this quote is telling me is that money can’t buy your heart, your heart is true wealth .

Allergist / Immunologist

Duties and Responsibilities: Immunologist is responsible for investigating the functions of the body’s immune system and applying this knowledge in order to diagnose and monitor a range of diseases and disorders. They are concerned with understanding the development and effects of abnormal immune responses, which are associated with conditions including autoimmune diseases, immunodeficiencies, allergies and transplant rejection.  

Salary: $225,814

Education: As physicians, immunologist must undergo rigorous training that includes a bachelor’s degree, medical degree, residency and fellowship. To treat patients, immunologist must be licensed; they may also choose to become certified.  

Reflection: I would not like to be a Immunologist because I would not like to make a mistake and get infected

CHOOSE THE RIGHT

Student Success Statement

“You cannot do wrong and

Feel right. It is impossible”.

EZRA T. BENSON

Reflection: this statement tells me that if I ever do something wrong, I shouldn’t feel good about it. That well be impossible.

Acupressure

Duties and responsibilities: Unlike conventional western medical practice, acupuncture professionals are trained to treat the entire individual rather than the specific illness or condition. They take into account a patient physical, mental, and emotional condition in order to determine the proper course of treatment. In addition to adding acupuncture treatment practitioners help their patients to achieve balance and wellness in their everyday lives.  

Salary: The median annual salary for massage therapists is $39.97. Actual salaries may vary greatly based on specialization within the field, location, years of experience and a variety of other factors.   

Education: Students with a background in bodywork or Chinese medicine can enroll in a specialized acupressure school program, which usually involves 150 to 250 hours of study. Some schools offer online acupressure courses to help working students who need more flexibility in their class schedule. If you don't have a license in massage therapy or a related field, you'll want to choose acupressure classes that meet your state's licensure requirements for practicing on patients. A massage therapy license, for example, generally requires 500 hours of combined classroom and hands-on practice time.

Reflection: I wouldn't like to be an acupressure’s because I don't have the hands for it.

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Education is the latchkey to success in life.”

Gordon B. Hinckley

This statement tells me that if I keep going to school and keep studying, I will find the key to the door that will that would lead me to success in life.

Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment of eye disorders and diseases. They treat vision problems and write prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglass lenses. When necessary, they perform eye surgery. Most ophthalmologists in private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, and others perform research.

Average Salary: $90,000 - $150,000

Educational Requirements:

Only physicians may study to become ophthalmologists. After completing medical school and an internship, an ophthalmologist must then complete a three to five year residency in an approved ophthalmologist program. After completing their residency program they must pass an examination to be certified.  

REFLECTION

Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I would not like to be an ophthalmologist because I’m not really comfortable looking into people’s eyes.