Quitting Medicine: more than just a career
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ย. 2024
- I quit Medicine and started a new career in Tech from scratch. Do I have regrets about leaving the Medical field that I worked incredibly hard for? How did the career change affect me mentally? And what advice can I offer others for their own journey? Find out from my own personal journey in the video (short film style).
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S U P P O R T M E W I T H A C U P OF C O F F E E
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If you are planning in leaving your career, I hope this video will help you with this, including developing the right mindset for it.
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ANNOUNCEMENT MARCH 2023
Thank you to all the wonderful people who have emailed me and messaged me about their own career changes since the publication of this video. It has been wonderful reading your stories and journeys and I wish you all the best of luck with your new careers! Due to such a vast number of people contacting me, it has taken a lot of time to personally respond and share more of my career journey with you and to answer specific questions. I love to respond and share with you all, but over the months it has become increasingly difficult. To help my schedule and give you more dedicated time, I would love to offer instead an opportunity to have a time in the week with me that is solely dedicated to a "career chat". Please email me for rates.
This will be over a Zoom/remote call where you can ask me all your burning questions related to my career change and where I can share more of my journey with you. From this, my hope is that you have a clearer idea of what I did to make my successful career change and what might be best or realistic for you to also succeed in this. While I cannot guarantee your own success, perhaps a call with me will help you along your new path :)
I can't wait to meet you and learn more about you!
Please kindly email me at metalovevlogs@gmail.com for more information first, and to arrange a time first (it is important to note that metalovevlogs @ gmail . com is not my PayPal account).
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A B O U T M E
👩🏾⚕️ I made a career transition from Medical Doctor to Software Engineer.
👩🏽💻 I've been working in Tech for the last 6 years.
🇬🇧 I grew up in London and relocated to Singapore in 2022.
🌴 I enjoy film-making, documenting about career, travels and life.
Life is found in the details.
H E L P F U L R E S O U R C E S
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R E C I P E S
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Prawn and Spinach curry (my own): 1 onion sliced, 3 large garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ginger paste, 3 tablespoons tomato sauce, 250g prawns, some frozen spinach, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder, chilli powder (optional), 1 teaspoon curry powder. Fry onion to golden brown, add ginger and garlic, then tomato sauce. Add spices, then spinach. Add prawns (don't over cook). Season to taste. Add a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with rice.
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DISCLAIMER
This video reveals parts of my journey in leaving Medicine, a career I worked incredibly hard for and in, and eventually left to pursue Technology. I do not endorse other Clinical Professionals leave their Profession and career based on my own experiences, this video and story. Everyone will have a different path in life and it may not necessarily be similar or exactly like mine. If you are considering leaving your career or course, please talk to your loved ones and those who can support you, your workplace, including a careers advisor who may be able to help you in your decision making. I hope my video will help you and show the mental and mindset struggles I dealt with that you can hopefully learn from :) Wishing you all the best of luck in your journey and path.
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I relate to this on so many levels. I'm 29 and just left my well-paid, comfortable finance job to retrain in a new field. I also grew up worrying about my parents' bills (and still do sometimes). Ny main worries - what if I don't enjoy the actual job? What if I don't even FIND a job?
It's really encouraging to see someone on the other side of a career change, so thank you for sharing this video. 💛 It must have been difficult to leave one of the most prestigious jobs there are and I wonder if you felt that you had to justify it to a lot of people?
PS. the shakshuka and prawn curry looks amazing 🤤😍
Thank you for watching. Wishing you all the best with the new field - I bet that wasn't easy, especially from Finance! It's amazing that you have taken steps to create the life you want 😊. Your worries were my my worries too, so I am wishing you the best! ❤️ Also, I did feel I had to justify my decision, but it was mainly to myself. I felt judged at times, but it was all in my head. I guess we beat ourselves up when we do things that don't quite make sense, or choose the easiest path. If you haven't already, please do try the recipes 😊
@@fahmidamiah Ugh, that's soo true! Thank you for kind words, I really do appreciate them. ☺️💛 Looking forward to more videos!!
Poignant and thoughtful. Thank you
Thank you for watching ❤️
Beautiful, video! I am a medical doctor myself and I have been thinking of quitting medicine. It’s very hard and I am not sure I would ever be able to. I have so many other other interests, like graphic designing and photography. I spend so much time in the hospital it’s hard trying to balance everything else. Thanks for your video, it’s truly inspiring.
thank you very much for your kind comment. I think it's great that you know what you want and what you're seeking; my journey started there and took a few years to figure out the logistics (if that makes any sense). I am making a video on this topic soon, so if you haven't already, please subscribe with notifications for future videos. I'd love to know what you think about the content of them too. In the meantime, I wish you well and hope you find what you're looking for. Tc ❤️
i've been there too ,and i respect you ,don't worry too much,
Thank you for watching... I hope you're journey was a smooth one :)
I recently watched a video from Ali Abdaal on why he quit medicine to focus on growing his own businesses and TH-cam channel. And what I observed from your experience, Ali's experience, even my own, is that other people's opinions are always major considerations for us when we make life changes. What will other people say? What will they think of us? But at the end of the day, to hell with what everyone else is thinking. Their opinions can never give us the peace and happiness that we will find when we are in alignment with our life's purpose. I've recently moved to specializing in cybersecurity. And while my life change is not as drastic as yours, it still feels overwhelming at times. You are courageous to leave behind a decade of your life in medicine. And I wish you all the best in your career as a software engineer. ❤️
Thank you for watching, and also for your comment. I think anyone who watches the video and reads your words will find it helpful. You're right. We cannot live for others, it's really important that as individuals we find and carve our own paths. Oh, and Cybersecurity sounds like a lot of fun 😊
Thank you so much for sharing the difficulties and joys of switching careers. I'm learning to accept the decision I made - which was a struggle, even though I feel blessed to have this opportunity. It's a field that requires a different mindset. The work is another nature that's teaching me to see the world in brand new ways. I'm proud of how far you've come! This video will definitely help others :) Thank you for inspiring me to share my story and help others who are navigating a non-traditional path. We should start a support group for med → tech career changers :)
Thank you very much for sharing and for leaving such a lovely comment ❤️ Changing careers is not always easy, so well done to you for making it happen. Wishing you the very best with your new adventures and hoping it will bring you more joy and opportunities than you ever imagined.
Thank you for the video and the amazing thoughts! I'm currently in a very similar position in my life. I am a medical doctor, working at an insurance company, yesterday just told my boss that I'm planning to quit. I'm going to study to becoma a software developer, really hoping it to be the right place for me. This change is very hard, I feel like everyone is juding me and it causes me lots of anxiety. Today this video was really helpful for me! Thank you!
Thank you for watching the video and I hope it has helped. You're not alone in how you feel 🌷. I'll be making more videos around this topic in the future so I'd welcome any video suggestions 😊 Wishing you the best of luck with this incredible change and I hope it's a smooth and rewarding one.
@@fahmidamiah Thank you for your kind words! :) Actually I would be happy to hear anything about your journey (as long as you feel confortable to share it) like how was the change, the learning process of a new profesion, did your family and friendnds supported you, do you have any regrets? Hope you are doing well!
@@lillameszaros2626 Thank you very much for sharing this. I will definitely think about how I could create content for this in the future ❤️
@@fahmidamiah 😌😌😌
I'd love to hear about your own journeys. What is the most challenging life change you went through? What did you learn about yourself from it?
I was studying Economy at a University after two years I changed my decision and choose to be a scientist since it made me feel so excited about the world we live in. Now i am waiting for my last exam's result that will determine which speciality i may choose i aim to become a geneticist
@@supremelegal that's wonderful! I'm glad you figured out what you wanted to do and study. I remember studying genetics - it was interesting and I love how technology plays a part in helping us understand DNA further. Wishing you the best of luck with your exams and future ❤️
now that is a bold and big move to change career.. recently i left my old company that i have been with for almost 8 yrs and moved to a new company with better benefits.. its an exciting and scary journey but i know deep down i have to move forward and keep on growing.. 😊
Oh wow, 8 years! It's a long time ☺️Congratulations for making the change and moving to something better for you. Good luck with it all ❤️
I can totally relate. I'm in the process of accepting all the challenges from being a traditional business owner for 8 years into being a content creator. But I feel happier now. Thank you for this video. It feels comforting knowing that I'm not alone in my journey. 🙏🏻
That sounds incredibly exciting! What a change! Wishing you the best with it ❤️❤️❤️
Greetings Dr, loved the video, I have gone through the same in my life, was a banker for 17 years, just could not take the bs anymore, left it and now am starting an animation studio, my dream since many years, thanks for the video, helped my confidence too
Congratulations on having such a great career in Finance, and now leaving it for something closer to your heart ! 🎉 I think it’s wonderful you are following through with something you care about and truly want to spend your precious time and energy on. Wishing you the best success! ☺️
wow you are amazing! 10 years of medicine and now another amazing and fulfilling career! i love that you are embracing the change and sharing about your story. also your home is beautiful! great video and very inspiring ^__^
Thank you for watching ❤️and for your beautiful words ❤️
much respect for your decision
Do your best
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Wow .. I’m 32 years old.. I’ve been a doctor for 5 years now .. I quit my job 4 months ago because I was very unhappy with my career , I felt drained and felt I wasnt enjoying life. I’ve been thinking about a career switch to CS ( I do like the field ) … But I am afraid of many things you said, like regreting the decision, starting again from scratch (also literally lol) but I dont know why I feel I would be happier there . Thank you for sharing this, It makes me feel like I’m not alone. ( I’m sorry for my broken english , greetings from Colombia).
Hi Bryan, thank you for watching the video. It made me so happy to read that you can relate to the video. You are definitely not alone, so if you feel like that ever, you know you can always return to this space and also read other comments ❤️🥰 Everything you’re thinking and feeling is completely normal. It would be great to hear from you in the future and see how you’re getting on 🥰Take care and wishing you the best for 2023. Happy new year 🎉
@@fahmidamiah Thank you so much for taking the time to reply! And thank you for your kind wishes , and of course I will make an update in the future 🤗. Happy 2023 for you too!
Bry.
I'm 26 and I want to be a Doctor. Can I still make it?
@@benditonafilo1295 Of course you can ! You are actually very young , believe me ... if that's what you really want you have to do it , you won't regret the effort .
@@lbryanmillanl Thnx, man. I really appreciate. It means a lot hearing someone telling me that.
Your video made me tear.. thx for sharing .. it lets me know that i am not alone
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch the video. You are definitely not alone 💝
Exactly the same situation… im currently studying programming.. just started 2 month ago.. my current job as a medical lab technologist… hopefully i will be able to change my career too to software engineer. Those who work in medical know why a lot of staffs quit their job
I’m sorry to hear this has been your experience, but it also sounds like you are creating a path to a new adventure. Wishing you the best with your endeavours, I hope the video helps you along the way in this new journey ❤️ Please take care ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing these videos! I was just wondering, did you do another bachelors or jump into a 1-2 year masters? Did you try at all to find a job in software engineering before going back to uni?
Great video, thank you so much for sharing! I'm in a sort of similar situation, I really would like to transition into tech as well . I really liked how you said you began to reflect on your core values: helping others, giving back and feeling at peace. and how many roles/jobs can align with those core values. I had a question, I am wondering if your role is helping people right now, or if these roles are difficult to find in tech? it's something that aligns with me as well and it's one of the biggest things stopping me, I just want to help make a difference in people's lives through tech if that makes sense?
Please as a doctor how do I start a career in lT
What is the best way to start?
Hi Chinwe, thank you for your comment. Good news - I’m in the beginning process of making a video on this and hopefully will be released soon. Please subscribe and hit the notification button🔔 so you’ll be notified when new videos are released. Take care ☺️
I’m a medical graduate that is looking for a way out! I would like some advice if you could share your experience in leaving! Did you go back to university for a Cs degree? Or a masters in Cs degree?
Hi Jaky, thanks for your comment. I'm sad to hear you're looking for a way out - I do strongly recommend you speak to loved ones; there should be someone from Med School or your Supervisor during your clinical rotations who can talk to you about how you're feeling and your options (sometimes there is the option in a year or two out of training, without actually leaving). For your question: I get asked this a lot but to answer it: I did a Master in CS. I funded this myself after saving up for it, including accommodation etc. I hope my video shows that a career transition is not exactly easy, there is a lot of planning that I personally had to do for it to happen. I hope you will Subscribe to my channel to support me in making videos like this one. Take care and wishing you the best.
I am also making the same switch, but I have less than 1 year in medicine. Am I still too young to know if I really want to make this switch or should I just go ahead? Do you think you would have switched 10 years earlier?
Hi there, thanks for your comment. I can’t comment or advise on your individual situation, but if you feel you want to explore another area/industry, and can support yourself (financially and otherwise) throughout, it could be worth exploring, even theoretically 😊 Whether you leave medicine now or later, or never, you will gain so much from that experience.. Wishing you the best.
@@fahmidamiah for me I don't think a door back to medicine is an option. I see many people like me as well who are struggling with mental health but they are still determined to continue... until something above their power stops them. For me I don't think I need things to go bad before I make a change, I can feel right now that this poor work life balance and physical strain on the body especially on my legs, is not for me. Also in my country medical unemployment is at an all time high and will continue to increase due to increased number of qualified doctors disproportion with the medical budget ability to support. On the other hand there is serious paucity of computer science professionals, so chances are if I do computer science I will always find a job cf medicine
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Thank you so much, this video has been really inspiring💫
I wrote to you on Instagram because I wanted to ask you some advice about this career switch, it would be so helpful if you don't mind to check😊
Thank you so much for leaving such a kind comment. I will respond on IG as soon as possible, I get a lot of emails and messages and it takes me a good while to get back to people if I can 😅 In the meantime, please take care and have a great day!