<p>Recently a career in medicine has been looking more and more attractive to me. It's always been an idea that I've toyed with but as I've started thinking more and more seriously about jobs, I've really felt a pull towards it - nothing else seems appealing anymore. I'm not attracted to it for the money or because I have any false delusions as my dad is a doctor and I've been able to hear about many of the pros and cons from him.</p>
<p>Anyway, my point is (sorry for taking so long to get to it) that I don't exactly have a passion for science. I'm extremely interested in the human body, diseases and most science that's biology related, however physics and chemistry are not subjects I particularly enjoy. I realize that there will be a great emphasis on chem both as a pre-med student and in med school and I am willing to work hard in order to understand the topic and do well. However, do you think it is feasible to want to pursue medicine if 2/3 of science leaves you cold? This is something that bothers me as my strongest subjects tend to be humanities related - English, history and economics and I really excel at them. However, they would not be much of an asset if I wanted to be a doctor. </p>
<p>I would be really grateful for your input as people who are already involved in medicine or interested in being so. How much of an interest in science do you think is necessary?</p>
<p>This is the same problem I have. I also would appreciate input :)</p>
<p>Wow, you're exactly like me, I excel in humanities, especially English and foreign languages, but I can't help but love biology and want to be a doctor.</p>
<p>I had this exact conversation with my college advisor a couple weeks ago, and he essentially said what you said yourself---there's going to be a lot of basic science stuff for awhile be4 the first 1/2 of med school is over, but if you can see yourself enduring (and excelling) at all that, then go for it! </p>
<p>But yeah, I struggle with that thought a lot. However, after shadowing a couple doctors (one who was a chem major and joked that he probably couldn't draw methane anymore, haha), I don't think it's that big of a deal. The bio stuff is what you end up with. </p>
<p>Maybe some people who are actually in the last few years of med school could share their experiences?</p>
<p>Hi OP,</p>
<p>Being a Clinical Researcher in Neurology, I can not imagine pursuing a Medical career, living, breathing, problem-solving in any particular area, and becoming an expert at it without one key ingredient, the passion for Science. </p>
<p>It's the 'Passion for Science' that is the wind in my sails everyday that I get up and face unique challenges of the day. The challenges vary from unexpected toxicology data from preclinical models of disease. implications thereof to our patients, efforts to optimize the formulation in order to get best patient compliance, or training the sites to ensure all safety assessments are conducted appropriately. I often feel as though I should have a fire extinguisher on my holster as I face each day. </p>
<p>Nevertheless, it's the Science involved in nearly 80% of my daily problems that drives me to accomplish my goals.</p>
<p>Without the passion for Science, one would be like a cook who can 'follow the recipe' but never turn in to a Gourmet. I simply can not imagine it. To me, it's the passion that gives me the exhileration to overcome my daily challenges and to achieve small steps of victory toward my ultimate goals.</p>
<p>So, go find what you enjoy most. A doctor's life is tough enough. You certainly shouldn't pursue it if you do not like Science.</p>