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The title says all.
Can someone who studied Biomechanics become a doctor?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the question of whether someone who has studied biomechanics can pursue a career in medicine, specifically by attending medical school. It explores the relevance of a biomechanics background in relation to medical education and practice.
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants assert that a background in biomechanics is a valid foundation for medical school, suggesting that it provides relevant skills and knowledge.
- Others emphasize the necessity of completing medical school prerequisites and performing well on the MCAT, regardless of one's undergraduate focus.
- There are concerns expressed about the practical applicability of biomechanics in real-life medical practice, with some participants questioning its value.
- One participant mentions that doctors come from diverse educational backgrounds, indicating that various fields of study can lead to a medical career.
- A participant raises a question about the suitability of civil engineering as a foundation for medicine, indicating uncertainty about transitioning from engineering to medicine.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that a strong foundation in the sciences is beneficial for medical school. However, there is disagreement regarding the specific value of biomechanics and other fields like civil engineering as preparatory paths for a medical career.
Contextual Notes
Some assumptions about the relevance of different educational backgrounds to medical school are not fully explored, and the discussion does not resolve the varying opinions on the practicality of biomechanics in medicine.
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berkeman
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a_man said:
Of course. Why do you ask?
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But of course you get to go to med school like everyone else first. Seems to me like biomech is as good a foundation as anything.
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berkeman said:
I want to have biomechanics as my option, but I just heard that option does not mean much in a real life.
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a_man said:
You can make it be whatever you want to. Also remember the title "Biomechanics" does not mean you will have to be a biomechanical engineer or scientist. People take skills and techniques and learning from parts of their lives and build on it.
Also remember that doctors come from wide ranges of expertise. As long as you have the basic science prerequisites you can apply to pretty much any medical program with of course your MCAT and all that stuff.
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Yes.
Answer says it all.
Seriously, any strong foundation in the sciences is a good basis for med school. Of course, there is a bit more to it than that, the main thing being people skills, which will become apparent on the interview.
Answer says it all.
Seriously, any strong foundation in the sciences is a good basis for med school. Of course, there is a bit more to it than that, the main thing being people skills, which will become apparent on the interview.- #7
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moonbear said:yes.
Answer says it all.
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Do you think Civil engineering is a terrible foundation ?
I just want to finish off my bachelor degrees of civil engineering, but nor sure if I want to work in this field.
I just want to finish off my bachelor degrees of civil engineering, but nor sure if I want to work in this field.
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