Statement #54

Student Success Statement

“I will persist until I succeed.”

Og Mandino

Reflection: I believe what he is trying to say is that no matter how far you are ahead in life you must persist from completing the smallest of tasks to the largest. No matter the situation the is a problem and solution and you must persist to find that solution. If you need to finish homework for school, persist until it is finished. There is the weak and the strong and to succeed you must be one of the strong.

Day #52

Perfusionist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical perfusionists operate circulation equipment during medical situations when it is necessary to temporarily and artificially replace the patient’s circulatory or respiratory functions. This occurs during heart surgery and similar operations. Perfusionists also control the temperature of patients during surgery. Their duties include:

·     Operating heart-lung machines

·     Administering some types of anesthesia

·     Administering some types of medication

Average Salary: $50,000

Educational Requirements:

A high school diploma with a strong background in biology and chemistry is required to be accepted in perfusionist training programs. Admissions preference is given to students with college science work or experience in respiratory therapy and medical terminology.

Perfusionist training programs are given at academic health centers and medical schools and universities. They emphasize hands-on, practical training. Course length varies, but for the school to be recognized by the American Academy of Cardiac Perfusionists, the curriculum must include the supervised performance of 150 procedures to include 20 pediatric and infant cases.

Do you think you would like to be one?

I do think I would like to be one because I like biology.

Statement #53

Student Success Statement

“Nothing in the world can take place of persistence.

TAlENT will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.

GENIUS will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb

EDUCATION will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.

Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan ‘Press on’ has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.”

President Calvin Coolidge

30^th president of US (1872-1933)

Reflection: I believe what he is trying to say is 

that persistence is the answer to everything, no 

matter what the problem is. It is important that we 

will remember so that when we have a problem 

we know what to do.

Day #51

Patient Representative

Duties and Responsibilities:

Patient Representatives work for healthcare administrators to address the concerns and special needs of patients and their families. They evaluate patient satisfaction, investigate complaints, collect information about patient dissatisfaction, work with departments to resolve patient problems, and educate staff.

Patient representatives work in hospitals, nursing homes, other long-term care families, and in public health agencies.

Average Salary: $20,000 - $40,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take challenging high school courses in business, science, math, and English.

Requirements differ, but most employers prefer college graduates with backgrounds in health or social services. Experience or course work in conflict resolution is also valued.

Do you think you would like to be one?

I don’t think I would like to be one because I don’t like this line in medical care.

Statement #52

Student Success Statement

“Persistence can change

failure into extraordinary

achievement.”

Matt Biondi

Olympic Gold Medal Winner,

World Record Holder

Reflection: I believe what Matt Biondi trying to say is that we should try and try again no matter how bad the outcome, if anything the loss should fuel you up to achieve your goal in becoming the best at something or just getting a good grade on a test. We should persist until we get what we want to achieve.

Day #50

Osteopathic Physician, D.O.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Osteopathic physicians use accepted methods of diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases. Although they practice in all branches of medicine and surgery like allopathic physicians (M.D.s), they differ by emphasizing the importance of the musculoskeletal system, holistic medicine, proper nutrition, and environmental factors in maintaining good health. Osteopaths use a hands-on approach to medicine and treatment. They work primarily in osteopathic hospitals or private practice, however many allopathic hospitals mow accept osteopathic physicians as staff members. The majority of osteopaths are general practitioners, family practitioners, or emergency medicine specialists.

Average Salary: $110,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses (including AP or IB courses) available in science, math, and English.

After three to four years of college, prospective physicians must attend medical school. Undergraduate requirements for admission to all medical schools include one year of basic chemistry, one year of organic chemistry, one year of biology, and one year of physics. Some medical schools also require course work in calculus, English, the humanities, or social science.

Statement #51

Student Success Statement

“The answers to these questions will determine your success or failure:

1.          Can people trust me to do what’s right? Yes

2.          Am I committed to doing my very best? Yes

3.          Do I treat people the way I want to be treated? Yes

If the answers to these questions are YES, there is no way you can fail.”

Lou Holtz

Reflection: I believe what he is trying to say 

is that as long as people can trust you, that you are committed to doing your very best, and you treat others the way you wish to be treated then your success is guaranteed, no doubt. Because all of these things are the ingredients for a satisfying success and if you mess up, you can get a nasty failure

Day #49

Optometrist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Optometrists treat vision problems. They treat vision problems by diagnosing the problem and then prescribing corrective eyeglasses, contact lenses, or vision therapy. Some optometrists specialize in industrial vision safety, treatment of vision related learning disabilities, and environmental vision care. Unlike ophthalmologists they are not physicians and may not write medical prescriptions, treat diseases, or perform surgery. Most optometrists are self-employed, however many work for hospitals, government agencies, optical manufacturers, or universities.

Average Salary: $78,000

Educational Requirements:

Students interested in becoming an optometrist should take the most challenging high school courses (AP or IB) available in math, science, and English. Before entering an optometry school at least two years of college in a pre -professional program is required. Optometry school is four years in length. After being awarded the degree of Doctor of Optometry, optometrists must pass state exams before starting to practice.

Do you think you would like to be one?

I do think I would like to be one because of the studies you must take and the pay.

Statement #50

Student Success Statement
“Never look to the ground for your

next step. Greatness belongs to those who look to the horizon.”

Bud Greenspan

Reflection: I believe what he is trying to say is that we must always stay positive for great things to happen, because great things could pass you by with that attitude. Good things take time, great things can happen in an instant. 

Day #48

Orthotist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Orthotists work with patients that need extra support for their muscles, spine, or limbs. They design, make, and fit apparatuses made of plastic, wood, leather, and metal that help stabilize, strengthen or replace body parts. They also make and fit devices that help align limbs that have grown in a crooked manner.

Orthotists work closely with physicians. Physicians may give a patient a prescription for an orthotic device. Physicians also may call in and consult with an orthotist to plan and design a needed device. Orthotists often use computers to design their apparatuses.

They may work in clinics or may own their own private business.

Average Salary: $25,000 - $40,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take challenging science, math, and English courses in high school.

Some colleges and universities offer bachelor degrees in orthotic programs. These programs include courses in anatomy, physics, mathematics, mechanical drawing, and the use of materials used in the making of devices. After a year of experience a person may apply for certification.

Do you think you would like to be one?

I do think I would like to be one because I like anatomy.