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No, you cannot. It would take four years for The Bachelor's degree with completion of all prerequisite coursework required by medical schools and four years of medical school. Thus, eight years beyond high school completion. While many individuals who pursue a career as a physician major in Biology at the undergraduate level, many others come from a variety of other educational backgrounds. The best major to take should be based on a contingency plan. In other words, what happens if you do not go to medical school? What will you be able to do with the degree that you have, and will it provide you with a satisfying career or career path? You should meet with a career counselor at the college or university you attend for what options exist for you. The important issue is acquiring the appropriate prerequisites required for medical school. The student should have a strong background in the following areas.
- Communication (written and oral)
- Higher level math's (algebra, trigonometry, calculus)
- Biology (cell biology, biology of the organism)
- Chemistry (inorganic, organic)
- Physics
- Computer literacy
- Development of good critical thinking skills.
Following the bachelor's degree, would be four years of medical school to obtain the MD or DO degree. There will also be an additional three or more years to complete the internship and residency requirements depending on the specialty.
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Is it possible to obtain a PhD without having a bachelor's degree?
No, it is generally not possible to obtain a PhD without first having a bachelor's degree. A bachelor's degree is typically a prerequisite for admission to a PhD program.
Does Kaiser Permanente hire only medical related personnel?
If you are looking at working in the medical field, such as a doctor or nurse, Kaiser Permanente will require a medical degree. However, as with any job, you are likely to work the front desk or as a phone operator without having any medical experience.
Is it possible to obtain a doctorate without having a master's degree?
Yes, it is possible to obtain a doctorate without having a master's degree, but it is less common and typically requires meeting specific criteria set by the university or program offering the doctoral degree.
What degrees does physician have to have?
In addition to having a medical license to practice medicine, a medical physician should have a medical degree such as the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (D.O.) (earned in the United States), the Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.), or the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MBChB).
If you have an MD degree what profession are you in?
Having an MD degree means one is a doctor of medicine. An MD degree is obtained through degree programs offered at medical schools. A PhD degree would be of someone that has a degree in philosophy.
Can you pursue a master's and doctorate degree in religious education without having a bachelor's degree?
No, the master and doctorate degree is advanced coursework that follows a bachelor's degree.
Is it possible to obtain a degree without having a diploma?
Yes, it is possible to obtain a degree without having a high school diploma through alternative pathways such as earning a GED or completing a high school equivalency program.
Is it possible to obtain a doctorate without having a bachelor's degree?
No, it is generally not possible to obtain a doctorate without first earning a bachelor's degree. A bachelor's degree is typically a prerequisite for admission to a doctoral program.
How do I find information on medical transcription training?
most medical transcription positions dont require a special diploma or degree. but having experience in the medical field, or completing a simple course on medical vocabulary.
Can you be called a pastry chef without having a degree?
No you cannot call you're self a pastry chef without a degree because you are going to have some experience to become one.
What are the requirements to be a medical director?
To be a medical director you first must be certified by the american medical association board. Your education should include, not only being a doctor but having a degree in hospital management.
If you have a Ph.D., does that mean you are a doctor?
Yes, having a Ph.D. means you have earned a doctorate degree, but it does not necessarily mean you are a medical doctor.
