i want to go to medical school and become a general surgeon and certify in OBGYN or nuerology. how long would it take for schooling? how long is the residency? whats the average amount of money for school? and what is the best collage to go to in florida? i was thinking USF. if you have any other information please inform me...
2007-06-29 14:16:18 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
This question has been answered hundreds of times on Yahoo. Check the archives for many answers.
To give a short answer, you must get a BS or BA degree in college, then go to med school for four years to get your MD, then do a Surgical residency for 3 -7 years, depending on what specialties in surgery you are interested in. So, you might be in school and training for as many as 15 years after high school before you are fully independent.
Med schools cost $30,000 to $50,000 a year. There are not many scholarships.
The Uiversity of Florida is pretty respectable, but otherwise you would probably be better off leaving FL for school. If you are a good enough student to get into med school, then you are a good enough student to get into one of the elite colleges.
Med school requires total dedication and a LOT of hard work. Good luck with your dream!
2007-06-29 14:49:18 · answer #1 · answered by matt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to start here: http://www.ama-assn.org/
On the top menu you will see Med School and Residency. That site will give you factual information versus anonymous opinion.
2007-07-01 06:29:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋