Subjects required to be a medical doctor?

Answer 1

In the United States:

6 cr. of English Composition

8 cr. of General Biology

8 cr. of General Chemistry

8 cr. of Organic Chemistry

8 cr. of General Physics

In addition, some schools may have their own specific requirements for courses in mathematics, statistics, genetics, biochemistry, social science, and/or humanities.

In addition to coursework, students must take the MCAT.

After completing primary applications through the AMCAS or AACOMAS application services, students typically fill out secondary applications for individual schools. These applications typically include up to 3 letters of recommendations from science or non-science professors, pre-medical advisors or committees, physicians (M.D. or D.O.), or sometimes supervisors from clinical employment (such as an R.N.)

Answer 2

4 years of college + 4 years of medical school + pass the USMLE exam (to get license) + residency (length of residency depends on the type of doctor--Pediatrician = 3 years, General Surgeon = 5 years, etc.).

Answer 3

First, there is no such thing as a degree in pre-med. It is a curriculum layout or sometimes referred to as a tract, which prepares students who intend to seek admission to medical schools. It includes activities such as prerequisite coursework, clinical experience, volunteer activities, and research.

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. You should meet with a career counselor at the college or university you attend for what options exist for you. The critical issue is acquiring the appropriate prerequisite coursework required by medical schools. The student should have a strong background in the following areas.

• Biology (cell biology, biology of the organism)
• Chemistry (inorganic, organic)
• Physics
• Communication (written and oral)
• Higher level math's (algebra, trigonometry, calculus)
• Computer literacy
• Development of good critical thinking skills.

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