Physics Career vs Medical Career

[biochem850]

Hey guys!

I've been a biochem major for a little while but I recently took a calculus course and received an 89 and I found that although mathematics may seem a little tedious, I truly love it. In addition, I really like chemistry but mainly the the manners in which physics impacts chemistry (e.g. black body experiments, atomic orbitals, etc). I entered college truly believing that I wanted to go to medical school, and I still do, but it seems I'm at a crossroads.

Does anyone have advice to offer?

 

[berkeman]

Going to medical school is a great goal, but IMO it should be because you enjoy patient (Pt) contacts. Have you had an opportunity to volunteer in a medical setting? Or have you had good contacts in first aid situations where you felt like you made a positive difference for someone who needed medical help?

My full-time day job is in engineering, but I got my EMT cert 5 years ago and really enjoy my Pt contacts, even with difficult Pts. If your desire to go to medical school is not based on wanting to help Pts, I would say that pursuing your newfound technical passions would be the best for you.