Healthcare and Health Sciences

The best health care practitioners are committed to giving their patients the best care possible. These health care practitioners prioritize keeping up with the latest developments in the field, continuing to study and learn long after their initial schooling ends. If you have a similar interest in lifelong learning, it’s a good idea to consider entering the health care field.

A few examples of career pathways include:  Dentistry, General Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Veterinary Medicine.

Interested in pursuing a pre-health track?

The Dr. A. Randle & Marilyn W. White Health Professions Resource Center at Mississippi State University offers academic advising and resources for students pursuing careers in healthcare fields. For more information, contact them at prehealth@msstate.edu or visit their website: The Health Professions Resource Center.

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