Just wondering???

busykim · Sep 7, 2005

I worked with an anethesiologist that was first a nurse, then a CRNA and now an M.D. I don't know how long she was in each profession. She is an excellent Doctor though. I think it sure must have been a long road to go though. :)

ERNurse752, RN · Sep 7, 2005

One of the ER docs I work with started out as a secretary, then a tech, became a nurse, then a PA, then an MD. He's a decent doc...very quick which sometimes ticks pts off, but good for us b/c he can move people in and out. He's a good schmoozer too, hehe.

As for which is more rewarding...it just depends on the individual person, and what you want out of your career and life in general.

**RosesrReder, BSN, MSN, RN** · Sep 7, 2005

My MD, was a nurse, then Nurse practitioner and went to med school and became a doctor. She is wonderful. When I told her I was going to be a nurse she gave me a hug and told me it was a great choice. :)

OBRN2004 · Sep 7, 2005

I work with an anesthesiologist and an ob, both were RN's first. They are both awesome!!! They both say though that nursing provided them a lot more time with the patients, that they wished they had now. I think it's a good idea for md's to work as RNs. Gives them and idea of what all we do. Makes them better MDs, IMO.