....DO?

I remember when I completely put the idea of a D.O. program on the back burner. I was about 15 and my dad asked me frankly, "What the hell does a DO do?" And, honestly, I wasnt sure. I'm still not sure... Okay, so I looked it up, but the fact that these websites are only telling me that DO's "treat the whole person, not only the symptom," doesnt really give me a clear idea. Moreover, I've decided that going that route will not lead me toward my goal of going into pathology. From what I understand, DO's are more family medicine-oriented.... Not my speed.

What really bugs me is that there are only 6 Pathologist Assistant schools in the country. Only 2 I would consider because of location and even then, I'm not sure I would qualify. My grades are my ultimate road block. If only I didnt fuck around in college...

Oh, I went back to the neuro lab today to give the prof my forms etc, and to talk a bit more about what I will be working on. After that, I spent a little time observing the beginning of a procedure, which was slightly gory but I have a strong stomach. I was sent home with a lot of reading material so I can get myself up to speed on all the information. After Dr. Neuro returns from his trip, we will meet again to discuss a start/end date. He's returning August 1st and I think considering the mini vacation I"m going to be taking, I'll be able to start up around Aug 20th.

After about 5 weeks, the Red Cross called me back about a volunteer opportunity that I was interested in. They had to clear my background check. I didnt know it took that long. Anyway I told him that I would have to get back to him as to whether or not I can make the time commitment. Now that I have my research AND my classes to think about, I simply cant spread myself too thin. I would like to do both, but i dont want to compromise my grades. I'm still going to look into shadowing once a week. I think if I can do that on a friday or saturday, that'd be ideal.