Careers in Medicine, Dentistry and Mental Health

Part of a series which provides advice on a wide variety of professions and careers, this volume explores career openings and prospects in the fields of medicine, dentistry and psychiatry/counselling. It covers likely working conditions, educational requirements, training and job applications.

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This volume covers both the practicalities and personal decisions involved in choosing and training for a career in the medical profession. The numerous opportunities open to doctors and general practitioners, dentists and mental health professionals are described as well as the variety of openings in complementary medicine. Part 1 shows the different routes to different careers, describing the complexities, demands and rewards of training and subsequent practice. Part 2 includes details of the relevant professional training courses, together with a list of useful addresses and sources of further information.