Section 1: Career Options and Goals

 My survey results showed by top five strengths, which could help me choose a career where I
can build on my strengths. My first strength was competition, which comes from my desire to do
well in school and could show that I am a hard worker. My second strength is significance
because I want to make a difference and do something important, which might mean I want a
career in something meaningful. My third strength is analytical which shows my logic which is
important for many careers. My fourth strength is focus which just shows that I am goal oriented
and I can work towards the career I choose. My last strength is command which could mean that
a career where I am a leader can play to my strengths.
 I want to be a doctor. This career fits well with the neuroscience major because I could possibly
specialize in neurology. It also fits well with my strengths because I have strengths that are good
for school which will be extra years after undergrad, and I have strengths like significance which
shows that I want to make a difference.
 My educational goal is to be the best student I can be in undergrad and go on to medical school.
My classes are directly transferable to medical school then my career because they are core
science classes and specialized neuroscience classes. Outside of college I will volunteer, get clinic
hours, get research experience, and possibly an internship all in the medical field.

Section 2: Career Research

Physician/Surgeon/Neurologist

 Identify the personal characteristics required of someone in this career.

o Compassion
o Communication skills
o Detail oriented
o Leadership skills
o Patience

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2018, June 11). Physicians and Surgeons : Occupational Outlook
Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Bls.gov.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm

 Identify the nature of the work including required skills – especially answering which skills you
could gain here at IUPUI.
o Active Listening
o Complex Problem Solving
o Critical Thinking
o Reading Comprehension
o Social Perceptiveness

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  Identify the education or training that is required to enter and progress in this career
field, what are the best schools.
o Undergraduate bachelor's degree
o Medical school: either M.D or D.O, 4 years, best schools for me is IU medical school
o Residency: varies 3 to 9 years, additional training in a fellowship: 1 to 3 years

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2018, June 11). Physicians and Surgeons : Occupational Outlook
Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Bls.gov.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm

 Find out the salary range and types of benefits you can expect. Are there other types of rewards
in this career (such as travel or a flexible schedule)?
o Indiana average annual salary for neurologists: $239,200
 Hourly: $115
o US average annual salary for neurologists: $224,260
 Hourly: $107.82

Indiana Wages: 29-1217.00 - Neurologists. (n.d.). Www.onetonline.org. Retrieved October 24, 2023,
from https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/29-1217.00?st=IN

 Identify typical work settings and potential employers.

o may stand for long periods throughout the day. Other working conditions may vary by
specialty. Surgeons usually work in a sterile environment and must follow protocol to
maintain it during procedures.
o clinical settings are physicians' offices and hospitals, including academic hospitals
associated with residency programs or schools of medicine.
o may work as part of a group practice or healthcare organization. These arrangements
allow them to coordinate patient care but give them less independence than solo
practitioners have.
o Most physicians and surgeons work full time. Some work more than 40 hours per week.
Many physicians and surgeons work long shifts, which may include irregular and
overnight hours or being on call. Physicians and surgeons may travel between their
offices and the hospital to care for patients. While on call, a physician may need to
address a patient’s concerns over the phone or make an emergency visit to another
location, such as a nursing home.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2018, June 11). Physicians and Surgeons : Occupational Outlook
Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Bls.gov.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm

 What are current issues in this field that you are interested in?
o Physician shortage
o Adopting telehealth
o Respiratory threats: COVID-19, SARS-CoV2, influenza, and RSV
o Clinician mental health
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October 24, 2023, from https://www.amnhealthcare.com/blog/physician/locums/key-
healthcare-trends-for-2023/

 Research the projected outlook and trends in this field.

o 5% projected growth (2020-2030) in Indianan

Indiana Employment Trends: 29-1217.00 - Neurologists. (n.d.). Www.onetonline.org. Retrieved October

24, 2023, from https://www.onetonline.org/link/localtrends/29-1217.00?st=IN

Based on your research, list the advantages and disadvantages of this occupation for you:

 Advantages:
o High salary
o I can utilize my strengths
o I am interested in the occupation
 Disadvantages:
o Possible irregular hours
o Many years of schooling and testing