Publisher's Synopsis
"There are many years involved in medical school and then residency, and many challenges throughout the process of becoming a doctor. They include long hours studying and seeing patients, low pay for residency, and high student loans for med school. Difficulties with life work balance also make it difficult to reduce stress and maintain relationships. However, There is much that is appealing about the medical field--The opportunity to save lives, prolong life, and improve the quality of life for patients"--.