Medical Career Research Paper

After high school, I plan on attending the University of California, Riverside and obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree. In my time in college, I hope to strengthen some of my skills such as independence, perseverance, and determination in order to prepare for a harder education after college. After I graduate college, I plan on taking the Medical College Admission Test in order to attend medical school and become a pediatrician. Being a physician has always interested me, but I did not actually plan on following through with this career until my high school years. I learned it is a very well-paid career and that being a physician for children will make the career more enjoyable. During my time in high school, I developed a preference for my science classes especially Biology and Psychology. I have always enjoyed learning about human anatomy and human life processes which are some of the most important things involved in a medical career.
Even though being a pediatrician is going to be an enjoyable career, the time it takes to become one is going to be quite rough. Being a pediatrician requires patience and care and not just for the actual job, but for the actual journey it takes to become one. It will take me about ten long years of difficult work and dedication to finally have my career, but I know it will all be worth it when I finally do. I learned that good things do not come easy, so I am willing to do whatever it takes to become a pediatrician, even if that means giving up family quality time and having a personal social life. The difficult journey is what is going to make the career more enjoyable for me because I know how long and hard I had to work in order to get to accomplish