5 Signs Medicine is Right For You

If you continue to be as interested in Science and Biology as when you started your Masters or undergraduate degree , you might be thinking of a PhD in Medicine – but should that be your next step?

If you already have a Masters in the same field, you might want to specialise further or you might want to remain in research and work on developing the next life-changing drug.

Here are five signs that a PhD in Medicine is the right choice for you.

#1 You welcome second opinions

As a Medicine PhD student, you might, at times, find yourself at your wit’s end. If, in such circumstances, you are not afraid to admit you’re unsure and bring on board your peers and seniors, you are already on your way to become a good medical researcher. Research in Medicine can be complex, as the last few years of the pandemic have shown us, and you’ll need to rely not only on your fellow researchers but also lab equipment and textbooks.

#2 You’re not just book-smart

Medicine is known for having more to study than most other postgraduate subjects, but aspiring doctors are constantly told not to stick to the script. Whether you’re planning to practice after your PhD or continue in research you’ll be met with situations where you’ll have to reinvent the wheel. Your ability to look at your current knowledge of Medicine in a different light will also help you make sure your research project is worthwhile.

#3 You are relentless

Undertaking a PhD in Medicine can seem like a gruelling task. You are already aware with the number of hours you needed to put in during previous degrees. As a PhD student you’ll be spending even more time, but now in a very niche field of research, which also means you might be met with more roadblocks that test your patience. However, your pursuit of knowledge, however, does not end with gaining a degree. You will constantly need to keep yourself up to date with the latest developments even after your PhD.

#4 You are a good communicator

As a researcher in Medicine, you are constantly interacting with others, be it a fellow researcher or a candidate for a medical trial. This makes listening one of the most desirable skills in a successful Medicine PhD student. You’ll need to listen to the candidate to determine whether your medical trial was a success or even the single cell when it grows or shrivels during your research.

#5 You have faith in yourself

This stands true for any field of study, but Medicine students should have faith in their abilities. Studying a Masters in Medicine is stressful, so it’s important that you have that extra faith to see it to the end. Whether in practice or in research, you will be met with disappointments, but you will need to revaluate and lean at every step without losing interest and motivation.