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Can we marry during MBBS?

Can we marry during MBBS?

No, marriage isn’t prohibited during MBBS or any other medical course.

When should doctors have babies?

By the time medical school and residency is complete, most of us are approaching 30; add on a few years if fellowship is considered. While 30 years old is likely not an age-related fertility concern for most, if you plan to have more than one child, it definitely could be. Around age 35, fertility starts to decline.

Is it possible to have a family and be a doctor?

I often meet physicians who tell me it’s possible to have both a family and a career, but for the most part, they are men with wives who have made the tough decision to work part-time for them. The women I have met have painted a more pragmatic picture — you can have what you want, just not all of it.

Can a mom go to medical school?

Nothing about being a mother in medical school is easy. The timeline of medical school is set in stone and any deviation from the norm—like having a baby—requires taking a leave of absence for six months to a year before returning to classes. There is no individualized learning plan to accommodate pregnancy.

Can a single mom become a doctor?

Medical school is not impossible for single parents, but there are some things that you need to consider. Medical school is a full-time job. Actually, it’s a more-than-full-time job once you start your clinical years.

Can you call Mom’s doctor?

Even if your parent won’t sign the HIPAA form or give the doctor the go-ahead to speak with you, you can still share your concerns, either by email or on the phone. But, without the HIPAA form, the doctor won’t be able to discuss the patient’s care with you. Dr. Whitson prefers adult children to email rather than call.

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