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Pre-MedicineWhat do physicians do?
Physicians diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses and often advise patients on health
and disease prevention. They examine patients, take medical histories, and prescribe
medications along with ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests. They
also counsel patients on diet, hygiene, and preventative healthcare. Physicians may
work as a general practitioner or choose to specialize in one out of 120+ specialties
and sub-specialties.
There are two types of fully licensed physicians that can practice anywhere in the U.S. as general
practitioners or specialists. One is a M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) and the other is
a D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Allopathic medical schools grant M.D. degrees
while Osteopathic medical schools grant D.O. degrees.
Routes to the Field
Preparation Resources
Research and Select Professional Schools
Once you know your health care path, how do you determine which programs might be a good fit for you?
Program Exploration OSU-COM 3+1 Program OSU-COM Guaranteed Interview Program
Unofficial Prerequisites
How do you develop into a holistically prepared candidate?
Prerequisite Coursework Involvement
Understand the Medical School Admissions Process
From exam preparation to professional school matriculation
Prepare for the MCAT Apply Personal Statements Resume Letters of Recommendation PAC (Committee Letter) Process Interview Resources
Medical Profession Resources
Learn, read and engage with what is happening in your professional field of interest.
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