As you consider a career in healthcare, it is important to consider which career best aligns with your interests and experience. Your Brown education is not just a stepping stone to medical school, but an engaging process of discovery and learning. We encourage you to embrace the Open Curriculum, pursuing activities that inform your interest in medicine and contribute to your growth as a scholar and a person. As you develop both academically and personally, take the time to explore the many healthcare career options that exist in the field today.
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Physicians are dedicated to promoting and maintaining the health and overall well-being of their patients. They diagnose, manage, and treat a variety of medical conditions, ranging from acute illnesses to chronic diseases.
A physician scientist is a professional who combines medical practice with scientific research. They typically have a dual degree in medicine (MD) and a PhD in a scientific field.
As a dentist you are involved in improving the oral health of your patients. This can involve preventative care as well as restorative procedures. There are many career options in dentistry including general dentistry, endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and periodontics.
As a veterinarian, your primary responsibility is caring for animals by utilizing your medical expertise and education, while also playing a major role in protecting and improving human health. You can care for an array of animals and focus on particular specialties.
Pharmacy is the science of discovering, producing, preparing, dispensing, reviewing, and monitoring medications.
A Physician Assistant (PA) is a crucial member of the healthcare team, collaborating closely with physicians to deliver comprehensive patient care.
Optometry is a specialized branch of healthcare focused on the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of visual and ocular disorders.
As a RN, you provide and coordinate direct patient care. This involves collaborating with other health professionals to monitor patients and assess their treatment plan.
Nurse practitioners are advanced practice nurses responsible for providing comprehensive care across the lifespan.
Physical therapists (PTs) work with patients to increase mobility and quality of life following surgery or injury, or when coping with a chronic disease.
Occupational therapists (OTs) are a Venn diagram of specialties, doing a little bit of what nurses, speech pathologists, physical therapists, and social workers do.
A podiatrist, or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, is a practitioner that specializes in conditions related to the feet and lower extremities.