Obviously there’s a number of factors that dictate this. I guess I’m more intrigued specifically by the fields that some might consider “less glamorous” than others.
Does one simply have a revelation- “hey I’m pretty good with guts, guess I’ll be a gastroenterologist”?
Or “I come from a long line of Podiatrists, so naturally I followed in my father’s footsteps.” (Pun intended)
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At the end of med school the students apply to residencies in the specialty that interests them. During school and interning they are exposed to many specialties so they have some grounds for pursuing something.
They must be accepted by a residency, however, so grades, recommendations, & interviews all determine if the new doctor can pursue their interest or not.
You may want to be an orthopedic surgeon but if none of those residency programs accept you, well, you do something else.
You can always apply to a different residency later, however, should you wish to change your specialty.
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