is this stupid work to be a doctor?

Question

hii! im a teenager and i really like or maby love to be a doctor..but some of them say that its stupid thing to study for that cuze it takes many years to be a doctor..they ofer to be a dentist..its better?!is that really bad?to be dentist when u like to be a doctor?

Answer 1

Being a doctor is not stupid definitely. But yes, since there is a hell of a lot of hard work involved you have to be dedicated to this profession or it will take its toll on you in the long run. It is definitely not the easiest job in the world. Imagine having to take on the responsibility of another life!
Being a dentist, on the other hand, like me, has its advantages. Lesser hardwork, more creativity, and if you don't mind the bad odour... nothing like dentistry.
But be careful, someday you will suffer from back problem. an occupational hazard in case of dentistry.
Good luck and God bless!

Answer 2

Don't discount anything you think you would enjoy doing because of what other people say. Trust me, unless you win the lottery or become stinking rich in some other way, you're going to have to work for much of your life. Obviously there are a number of things you have to consider, but above all make sure that you choose something you enjoy doing, or it's just not worth it.

That being said, it is hard work to become a doctor. You'll have four years of college and four years of medical school. After that, you'll go into a residency depending on what kind of doctor you want to become, which varies from wanting to be a general practitioner to a neurosurgeon. Obviously residency length depends on what you want to do. Becoming a neurosurgeon probably takes longer than anything. Also, to note, about being a doctor: depending on what kind of doctor you decide to become, you may have to work long, inconvenient hours. Surgeons of all kinds, especially, have to stay on call in case of emergencies. Like I said, it's not necessarily the easiest life, but it's a very rewarding profession if it's something you truly want to do.

As for being a dentist, well ... if it's also something that would interest you, look into it. The initial schooling is the same length of time, I believe, four years of schooling and four years of dentistry school (though don't quote me on that). Perhaps it's faster when you finish dentistry school, I don't know. Certainly it's much easier to set your own hours, and I'd say that a dentist can probably make more money than a general practitioner without having to worry about the time constraints of doctors who have to remain on call.

Good luck with everything. Look into being a doctor, shadow doctors, volunteer in the hospital, as close to doctors as you can, and you'll start to learn what it's all about. If it's something that you really think you'd love, more so then anything else, then go for it, and don't worry about what other people think. It is *not* a stupid thing to study for. Doctors save people's lives every day.

Answer 3

If being a doctor is something that you can enjoy and be passionate about, then it is never stupid. Do, however, give it careful thought. My husband is a doctor and when you factor in the amount of hours that he is on-call, see patients, making rounds, etc. a plumber makes better money. He loves what he does though. I'd rather be in a job where I have to work hard but absolutely love it, than in a job that I can't be passionate about.

Answer 4

I would NOT like to be a doctor as their life quality is less than an engineer as far as work and free time is concerned
is money your goal?
dentists are rich but shallow
what are your hobbies and talents do whats fun

Answer 5

Choosing one career over another just because less schooling is required is incredibly short-sighted. You should just do what you want, even if it'll take longer to achieve it. I did this and it was definitely the right choice. Besides, people who give advice like what you've described are thinking more about their preferences than your own.