Any surgeon scientists here who could give advice?
Hello guys,
I’m starting my clerkships after the PhD, and I was hoping to talk to someone further along in the training who intends to pursue surgery while interested in research. I’ve had trouble connecting with non-onc surgeon scientists in my home institution, and I’d really like to get some advice on the pathway to residency and how to be fully prepared. Generally, most in-house and visiting mdphd’s I’ve met have dissuaded me from surgery, but I struggle with the idea of totally giving up surgery. At the same time, I absolutely love the lab and envision a career where I could find some type of split without completely giving up on a life outside of medicine. Would love to hear your experiences. Thank you!
Ps I’m more than happy to pursue a grueling residency, so long as attending life is amenable to some type of research/lifestyle flexibility. Thanks!