Is it stupid going to medical school at 40 just to prove to myself im capable?

Thread Starter Is it stupid going to medical school at 40 just to prove to myself im capable? Follow 1 hour ago 1 hour ago Quote: Originally Posted by GGIN Some excellent points put forward by others. Not going to really open the medicine box, but thoughts on age incoming. I am older then you. And not the best physical version of myself ! Its interesting to me that prestige is often considered as the salary / the perceived respect from others etc. Neither of these are really currently that high on the scale for doctors esp junior doctors and given your age when you get out of training, you may not have time to enjoy a long period of time at a higher grade. Appreciation and salary are lower than you may think. However, what you appear to be talking about is a sense of internal achievement and personal fulfilment. I can relate to that. I am "healthcare adjacent" as someone else pu...
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