I have loved the idea of psychology and anything related for a few years now. I'm 17 and I'm leaning towards becoming a psychiatrist. I loved this video and how you were honest about the positives and negatives of becoming a psychiatrist. I can tell you love your career and you're good at it. This video was really helpful.
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I loved your video! I’ve had my heart set on psychiatry for many years now but I have been having my second thoughts due to the suffering of my own mental issues. When you said “schizophrenia is contagious” at first I got so scared. Glad you were joking 😅
People are suffering at the hands of doctors , it will all soon come to light. There are tens of thousands suffering and new members joining every day because they cannot get help from the medical community.
so… I seriously thank you for posting this! I have been wanting to be a Psychiatrist ever since i was 16 when I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. I am already a sophomore in pre-med with a major in biology and a minor in Psychology. I am super scared of how difficult this road is gonna be and the tremendous debt i’m gonna be in, but when i become a psychiatric physician it’s gonna be like a hobby instead of a job. any wise words from you, would be amazing!
Thank you Ashley! The fact, that you have dealt with psychiatric issues yourself, can be an advantage as a psychiatrist, as you may have more insight into what your patients are dealing with. Peter Goertz
Hi Kamilla, Thank you for your comment. If you are passionate about becoming a doctor/psychiatrist, it is worth all of the work in medical school. Peter Goertz
Wonderful video. I finished my undergrad this month and am working on getting my prerequisites in order to apply for medical school in the next year or so. It seems to be such a daunting process but it feels right. Thank you for this holistic summary of the profession.
Hi, doctor! I'm 17 and I'm going to apply for med school next year in my home country. The specialty I'm looking forward to applying for is psychiatry. I've always found myself being interested in the malfunctionality of the brain and the bio-psychosocial consequential results. I personally have an aim to continue my aftergraduate education in Switzerland where the residency of psychiatry and psychotherapy is six years minimum. It's a satisfying field and I want to help improving the quality of mental health care system. My main aim is to create an innovative preventative plan for patients with psychotic disorders and more specifically catatonic schizophrenia. This video was amazing and I hope you have a great day!
I would imagine being a Psychiatrist helps you in your personal relationships. But, this could largely be through managing your own self, given your education and experience. (Plus, for fellas of our age, wisdom tends to come with the passing years.) However, are there times when being a Psychiatrist feels like a detriment, when dealing with family or friends? I'm sure that would largely depend on the other person, but I can imagine some of my family or friends feeling intimidated by talking with me, if I were a Psychiatrist. Something like: "What? Are you analyzing me?"
Im a year and half away from finishing med school. Currently thinking about what specialty to go into. Thank you so much for making this video. I can definitely see myself doing psychiatry.
You sir are by far the most normal and rather cool psychiatrist I have come across lol . Love your sense of humor. I did my residency at Henry Ford in Jackson and wow … I’ll leave it at that to be respectful lol
I wish I started sooner I am 25 and finally figured out this is what I want to do… I got a long road ahead of me. I’m hoping I crack down hard on school and get moving so I could become one ASAP. Thanks for the transparency here I learned some things, didn’t deter me at all however.
Thanks so much for making this video Dr. Goertz. It was a privilege to hear your insight and experience. Thanks for sharing. Future Psychiatrist, Steven Civils 😊
Hello! I’m currently a pre-med students with my eyes on psychiatry. I recently shadowed a psychiatrist and it appeared the bulk of her work was 15 minute medication management appointments. As someone with a particular interest in performing psychotherapy in conjunction with medication management, I was a little startled by her approach as it seems to be the norm in psychiatry. I whole-heartedly believe this is the correct path for me, but I worry about psychotherapy’s place in psychiatry since the pharmacology revolution. Is it still possible to be a psychiatrist who practices a significant degree of psychotherapy while also medication managing? Thanks:) I appreciate your videos!
Hi Claire, Thank you for your comment. I agree with your approach and enjoy doing psychotherapy with patients. I do a certain amount of psychotherapy. Peter Goertz
Rather than being a psychiatrist, I would rather be responsible for getting people a job or employment. I think that would be a lot more valuable, however I am really bad at finding good jobs. For myself and others.
I didnt know that there are so many aspects in psychaitric treatment. Thank you for informative video. A friend of mine in interested in becoming a psychaitrist.
I hope I get matched. I am a Non-US IMG dreaming someday train in US, become a Psychiatrist and go back to my country to serve my fellow countrymen. I believe they deserve an international service. Someday………
Hello doctor. I get here after I saw your reply from my comment in someone's video. I can't control myself from laughing thinking that I made that reply 1 year ago, during those time I'm so confused to what career should I take and yeah I'm a sophomore already under BS Psychology program and this sem we have two majors, psychological statistic and biological science. I just found out that I'm not really good in research and I have problem understanding the terms but I'm still doing my best to pursue what I really want as today there's a lot of news about teenagers committing suicide and people facing different mental health issues. Thank you for this informative video. I hope someday I can comment here again while wearing my uniform and my pin.
Thank you Dylan! Yes, the work can be emotionally challenging. It helps me to realize, that “little” things can make a big difference, e.g. making a patient smile; a sense of humor is important. Peter
I think the biggest challenge for me will be the medical school. I realised I really suck at working in stress conditions and I recently started to feel aversion towards studying. Soo I guess this is not a way to go for me lol
I am deciding between psychiatry or psychology...but i am drawn more towards the first option..the thing is it's i think a lot harder and you got to learn about pharmacy and a lot more . I just don't know if i have all it takes
Are there any specific courses I should take in high school that will help with my post-secondary studies (I’m going into my final year next year)? I’m very interested in psychiatry, but I do not have anyone to really answer my questions. It’s nice having a one on one conversation with an actual psychiatrist. Thanks!
Hi Amanda, Thank you for your comment! It may be best to balance being goal directed with having fun. So you could take courses like biochemistry or biology, but also art, if you enjoy art. My understanding is, that medical schools like applicants, who have varied interests. Peter Goertz
Hi Anthony, Being aware of your feelings, you are already ahead of the game. Mindfulness, e.g. via yoga, tai chi, or meditation can help, as can psychotherapy. I went to medical school in Germany, so I am not so familiar with the details of getting into medical school here. Best, Peter
Thanks for the valuable information! Do you think people w/ anxiety can make good psychiatrists? My mental health has been bad this past year - but I want to believe I’ll eventually overcome my struggles. I don’t know if anyone around me believes in me, but I want to believe in myself. I want to be a psychiatrist to help people.
Thank you Amber for your comment addressing this important issue. In my opinion having had your own mental health struggles can be a big advantage as a psychiatrist, because you have a deep understanding of the patients. A former colleague of mine, an excellent psychiatrist, was hospitalized for bipolar disorder, soon he was back at work doing a great job. Peter Goertz
Sir I am a deeply empathetic person and I do feel very strongly about others. I have been planning to join psychiatry from the time I entered medicine but my conservative family keeps trying to deter me saying it will be emotionally too much for me. How do you keep yourself from becoming overwhelmed by all the human suffering you see on a day today basis ? Do you have any advice? Would we become tougher once we start practicing and learn to adapt ?
Thank you for asking this Anoopa. It is an important issue. I think every person has to make this decision for themself. Being a psychiatrist, or a physician in general, can be emotionally challenging(recreation is very important). Once you have made the decision, it seems important to set boundaries with people who want to deter you. Peter Goertz
im going to be a psychiatrist with a gun on my hip haha!! ive always had a love for people and caring for their feelings. i know psychiatry is where i belong thanks for ur videos they’ll definitely help
I’m 18 and am thinking of becoming a psychiatrist because I would consider myself passionate about helping others as a result of suffering from mental illnesses first hand. I feel as though it would be a fulfilling career choice and would fit my personality wonderfully. I am however concerned about the struggles of school and student debt. I am aware that med school is not easy, and it’s very pricey. Do you have any comments/advice on how to get through that?
Hi Leo, This might be a topic for another video. In general psychotherapy might help in making career decisions. Regarding the aspect of your own struggles the following video might help: czcams.com/video/joiCPDk8I-Y/video.htmlsi=Mny21KlBRkULVhX9
Hello Sir, I am a 3 years in high school, and the thought about understanding the human mind and emotion seemed very interesting to me. I was wondering if you could give me an estimate on how long the path of becoming a psychiatrist was, and how much effort it takes to start from high school.
The time may vary somewhat from country to country, however there are many years of training including medical school and psychiatric residency. If you are interested and motivated, in my opinion the effort is worthwhile. Peter Goertz
What books or studies could you recommend for being prepared for problematic patients with symptoms that can be difficult to solve, i have a bad feeling that if i pursue this career that i won't know the right answers for specific patients and in the end feel kind of useless.
Learning directly from supervising psychiatrists at work may be best. Even they can often have difficulty. Nobody has all of the answers, which makes the field more interesting to me.
I’m applying to med school as a non traditional student aiming for psychiatry and like any med student I’m questioning if I have what it takes... do you have any questions I should ask myself to feel more confident about this path? Like do I have specific skills or is organic chemistry grades the best indicator of my abilities ? Etc.?
I’m just worried that I won’t be able to do psychotherapy as well as the medicine part. I want to actually connect to patients to better help them with medicine instead of just seeing them for 15 minutes: which most people say gives a psychiatrist a bad rep. Idkk
Hi Michael, That is a valid concern. However I am fortunate, I remain able to do a good amount of combined psychotherapy/medication management in 45 minute visits. Peter Goertz
Hi Doctor, I just started college and interested in becoming a psychiatrist. Any tips on what major to choose and or minors to add, Thank you for this video as well
Hi Rodney, It seems most important to me to major/minor in fields that you enjoy. Psychology, biology and biochemistry would all be useful for medical school. Peter
about to finish my 2nd year at drexel university as an incoming business student transitioned into engineering. Took the mbti test, apparently an entj, thinking about switching into the pre med track for undergrads. Is it too late? Can I take on the classes? Am I smart enough?
When I was a resident, another resident in my class was in her 40’s. In general it can be wise to get as much information as possible, and then make the decision that feels right.
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 my gut/heart is telling me to take an introductory course to architectural engineering next term and see how I like it before making pre med switch. Because I am still interested in buildings and design (my dad is a contractor) can be pretty helpful to him and myself for future business with real estate/ designing or developing homes
Hello, I’m so happy I came across your video. I am a junior in highschool interested in being a psychiatrist. Can you recommend what I should study before I get to college? Is there any lessons/ activities I should do to be prepared?
Hi Hyewo, in my opinion the most important thing is to enjoy your life. Be a well rounded person and have fun with friends. Enjoy your hobbies. You can take advanced classes for biology and chemistry in high school, if you like. Peter Goertz
I’m 36 and have a Bachelors of Science in Interior Design with a minor in Psychology. I’ve felt a pull for many years to go into Psychology/Psychiatry. Am I too old to switch careers?
Hi Laura, I once worked with a medical student in her 60’s who was excellent, so in my opinion it is not too late to switch careers, however it would involve a lot of work. It may be wise for you to get as much information as possible about psychology and psychiatry, and then see what your overall gut feeling about a possible switch in careers is. Also, psychology and psychiatry can be quite different. Psychiatry would involve 4 years of medical school and 4 years of residency. Peter Goertz
Would the fact that I was placed on a suicide hold when I was 15 (it was for major depression that resulted in a period of suicidal thoughts and actions and hearing voices and having hallucinations) stop me from being a psychiatrist? I've heard that it can up my chances at becoming one, but I'm not sure and thought you might be able to provide me with a better answer. Thanks!
Hey doc, will medical school teach you a deep understanding of psychology or will you have to do research on your own time to get a deeper understanding of psychology? I hope my question makes sense.
Hi Dwight, No, medical school will not teach you a deep understanding of psychology. However in a psychiatric residency a significant amount of psychology will be taught. Peter Goertz
Hello Sir! .. My chronological years on earth are 58 at present, I still feel youthful. I had birthed and raised to adulthood 3 lovely children. Now, I am a junior in a Bachelors in Social Work program. Is going to medical school to work as a Psychiatrist a realistic desire/ goal to work towards? I already know with my temperament, and just all around blah blah blah I could do well in this field. Are there psychiatrist working at 70-80 years of age? If I keep living, I am going to be doing something right? 😊 .. When I die, I'll stop. Hahaha.. Thank you kindly for your advice.
Hi Duena, Thank you for your comment/question. A psychiatrist can potentially work in their 70’s/80’s. However, if you mainly want to do psychotherapy, you could do this as a social worker. Peter Goertz
Hello, doctor! I'm in my first year at law school. I met a psyichatirst who told me that i have the perfect skills to do this profession, but i don't know what to say. I've always thought that i'm not as good at biochimstry. That doctor told me that my psychology is very good, i'm a human detector and i should give it a try. I have a lack of courage. I have to admit that i always had a passion about mental health, but i choose law school because i'm really good at writting and analizing a lot of situatuons. Can you give me a pieace of advice?
Hi Mihaela, To me it sounds like you have the skills to excel as a lawyer or as a psychiatrist. There is also the field of forensic psychiatry. I have known some psychiatrists who were also lawyers. It seems best to pursue the career that you are most passionate about. Peter
Hey Doctor! I'm currently a high school student who's interested in going into Psychiatry. After residency, are psychiatrists able to practice any field of psychiatry they wish or can they only specialize in one field of psychiatry? I don't know if I phrased my question right so let me know if you don't understand. Thank you in advance!
Thank you for your comment! After residency you can be a general adult psychiatrist. If you do a fellowship after residency, you can be a child psychiatrist, a forensic psychiatrist etc., and you can also work as a general adult psychiatrist. Ultimately you can choose what you do. Peter Goertz
Thank you! I’m 19 and am planning on becoming a psychiatrist. I’m trying to find out everything about it and so far, it seems like the perfect job for me. :) Edit: You explain how suicide is bound to happen with a patient when working long enough as a psychiatrist. I first leaned towards therapy, but after losing a friend to suicide not long ago I officially decided psychiatry to help others work through their struggles through possible medication and psychotherapy. How do you cope with losing a patient to suicide? Does/has it caused you to get anxious with other patients for awhile after? Anxious about them doing the same?
I prefer to both prescribe medication and do psychotherapy; that is more interesting for me; and, the better I know the patient, the better I am able to prescribe for the patient. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 thank you!! do you ever have times where you have a hard time helping someone with their problems? If so what do u end up doing?
That happens a lot. It is often not easy. Social and drug/alcohol problems are often connected with psychiatric problems. I just do the best I can. It helps me to realize, that so called small things, like making a patient smile, can make a big difference.
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 I'm happy to know that. I'm a medical student from India & I'm interested in psychiatry & pediatry & wish to choose between them for speciality . I genuinely would like to know whether psychiatry is worth the medical school .
Hi Valerie, Thank you for addressing this important issue. Every medication is a double edged sword: it can cause helpful effects and it can cause harmful effects. The dilemma facing a doctor is, that it is impossible to entirely predict what effects a medication will have on a given patient at a given time. It is important for patients to be informed of this. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 If you want to educate yourself more go join living with Akathisia on Facebook and SSRI withdraw group , people are suffering immensely! And can’t get help from the medical community because you are unaware of the unbearable suffering these meds are causing. You have NO right prescribing meds you know nothing about! Watch the documentary Medicating Normal and educate yourself!
There are tons of groups out there , people trying to help each other. Many commit suicide because they can’t get relief . You have no business altering peoples brains with these meds!!!
It’s up to you . You can turn a blind eye and brush it off or you can be a descent person and be part of the solution. But if you don’t listen to these people, your harming them!
I am considering trying to be a psychiatrist, but I am really interested in doing a lot of psychotherapy as well as diagnosing patients and prescribing medication. From what I've seen online, though, it seems like most psychiatrists do just prescriptions now and refer patients to clinical psychologists for psychotherapy. Do you think I would be able to do a lot of psychotherapy as well as a psychiatrist, or should I go into clinical psychology instead?
Thank you for your comment! I enjoy doing both psychotherapy and medication management. I am able to do a good amount of both in my current work. Often it serves the patient well to do both with one person. It can also be less expensive in the long run. Best, Peter Goertz
Hi Karen, In my opinion it is important to do what feels right to you. I have worked with a 63 year old medical student, who was excellent. Peter Goertz
To my knowledge, among physicians anesthesiologists and psychiatrists have the highest rate. Psychiatry can be challenging, but also rewarding. Peter Goertz
I have Autism and I love psychology and I dream to become a psychiatrist. I have memorised every single mental illness but I will probably be shamed a lot haha. I’m like the Good Doctor XD. Except I am 16
In my opinion it is wise to trust your own best judgement, rather than accepting the opinions of others(including mine). It sounds like a good psychotherapist, and possibly a good psychiatrist might be helpful to you.
goertzpsychiatry Yes, I’m a pre-med student. I don’t know where you are located but I know because of Covid most people are just doing virtual shadowing.
President Amanda My e-mail address is pjg162@gmail.com Shadowing may be difficult to arrange. About 60 percent of my patients are still coming in person. Feel free to e-mail me with questions.
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“Schizophrenia is contagious even through social media” - I’ve never looked back at a video screen so quickly 😂😂😂 instant sub
Thank you! Peter Goertz
I was really in a down mood then I heard that i was like hold tf up 😅
I have loved the idea of psychology and anything related for a few years now. I'm 17 and I'm leaning towards becoming a psychiatrist. I loved this video and how you were honest about the positives and negatives of becoming a psychiatrist. I can tell you love your career and you're good at it. This video was really helpful.
Thank you! Peter Goertz
DO IT!!! It’s hard but oh so worth it. The world needs us!
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As long as you don't mind an insane effort getting there. It's an amazing career to be a part of. :)
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I loved your video! I’ve had my heart set on psychiatry for many years now but I have been having my second thoughts due to the suffering of my own mental issues. When you said “schizophrenia is contagious” at first I got so scared. Glad you were joking 😅
Thank you Elizabeth! Peter Goertz
As my psychology professor has said psychiatry is the official state Religion
I’m in my third year as a psychiatrist and u have made me better at the things I do thank you doctor
I appreciate your kind comment.
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Can I ask u a question?
People are suffering at the hands of doctors , it will all soon come to light. There are tens of thousands suffering and new members joining every day because they cannot get help from the medical community.
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As a first year medical student, I still have a long long way to go but you reminded me of my goal. Thank you!
Thank you! Peter Goertz
how many years it takes to be a psychiatrist after 12th grade ???
so… I seriously thank you for posting this! I have been wanting to be a Psychiatrist ever since i was 16 when I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. I am already a sophomore in pre-med with a major in biology and a minor in Psychology. I am super scared of how difficult this road is gonna be and the tremendous debt i’m gonna be in, but when i become a psychiatric physician it’s gonna be like a hobby instead of a job. any wise words from you, would be amazing!
Thank you Ashley! The fact, that you have dealt with psychiatric issues yourself, can be an advantage as a psychiatrist, as you may have more insight into what your patients are dealing with. Peter Goertz
Thank you for the video! I’m interested in becoming a psychiatrist, I’m currently a high school student and I’m really worried about medical school!
Hi Kamilla, Thank you for your comment. If you are passionate about becoming a doctor/psychiatrist, it is worth all of the work in medical school. Peter Goertz
Wonderful video. I finished my undergrad this month and am working on getting my prerequisites in order to apply for medical school in the next year or so. It seems to be such a daunting process but it feels right. Thank you for this holistic summary of the profession.
Thank you Madison! Peter Goertz
You and this channel is a gem for every up and coming doctor/psychiatrist, thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge doctor!
Thank you Georgios! Peter Goertz
Hi, doctor! I'm 17 and I'm going to apply for med school next year in my home country. The specialty I'm looking forward to applying for is psychiatry. I've always found myself being interested in the malfunctionality of the brain and the bio-psychosocial consequential results. I personally have an aim to continue my aftergraduate education in Switzerland where the residency of psychiatry and psychotherapy is six years minimum. It's a satisfying field and I want to help improving the quality of mental health care system. My main aim is to create an innovative preventative plan for patients with psychotic disorders and more specifically catatonic schizophrenia. This video was amazing and I hope you have a great day!
Thank you for your comment! It sounds like you are following Dr. Eugen Bleuler’s example! Peter Goertz
I would imagine being a Psychiatrist helps you in your personal relationships. But, this could largely be through managing your own self, given your education and experience. (Plus, for fellas of our age, wisdom tends to come with the passing years.) However, are there times when being a Psychiatrist feels like a detriment, when dealing with family or friends? I'm sure that would largely depend on the other person, but I can imagine some of my family or friends feeling intimidated by talking with me, if I were a Psychiatrist. Something like: "What? Are you analyzing me?"
Im a year and half away from finishing med school. Currently thinking about what specialty to go into. Thank you so much for making this video. I can definitely see myself doing psychiatry.
Thank you very much! Peter Goertz
You sir are by far the most normal and rather cool psychiatrist I have come across lol . Love your sense of humor. I did my residency at Henry Ford in Jackson and wow … I’ll leave it at that to be respectful lol
Thank you for your kind comment! Peter Goertz
I wish I started sooner I am 25 and finally figured out this is what I want to do… I got a long road ahead of me. I’m hoping I crack down hard on school and get moving so I could become one ASAP. Thanks for the transparency here I learned some things, didn’t deter me at all however.
Age 25 is not too late to start on this path. Peter Goertz
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Thanks so much for making this video Dr. Goertz. It was a privilege to hear your insight and experience. Thanks for sharing.
Future Psychiatrist, Steven Civils 😊
Thank you Steven! Peter Goertz
THANK YOU FOR THIS HONEST AND WHOLESOME VIDEO. I can’t thank you enough for this..
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NO BECAUSE THE BEGINNING GOT ME !! Lol Great video!
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Love the joke, you literally made me laugh so much my abdomen started hurting. Great sense of humor.
Thank you Fernando! Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 Would love if you could make a video on how to become a psychiatrist as an international student. Keep up the good work.
I'm applying for psych residencies very soon. I'm excited.
Enjoy, and good luck!
Thank you for taking time to make these videos! I’m learning many new things.
Thank you! Peter Goertz
Hello! I’m currently a pre-med students with my eyes on psychiatry. I recently shadowed a psychiatrist and it appeared the bulk of her work was 15 minute medication management appointments. As someone with a particular interest in performing psychotherapy in conjunction with medication management, I was a little startled by her approach as it seems to be the norm in psychiatry. I whole-heartedly believe this is the correct path for me, but I worry about psychotherapy’s place in psychiatry since the pharmacology revolution. Is it still possible to be a psychiatrist who practices a significant degree of psychotherapy while also medication managing? Thanks:) I appreciate your videos!
Hi Claire, Thank you for your comment. I agree with your approach and enjoy doing psychotherapy with patients. I do a certain amount of psychotherapy. Peter Goertz
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Thanks for taking the time to do this! I really enjoyed the video.
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i want to be a psychiatrist when i grow up, thanks for you telling your experience with the profession!
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Thanks so much for the link. I enjoyed this video!! Very insightful ❤️
Thank you Celina. Peter Goertz
Dr. Kleiner out here with the inspiration, thank you for the vid
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Rather than being a psychiatrist, I would rather be responsible for getting people a job or employment. I think that would be a lot more valuable, however I am really bad at finding good jobs. For myself and others.
I didnt know that there are so many aspects in psychaitric treatment. Thank you for informative video. A friend of mine in interested in becoming a psychaitrist.
Thank you!
I'm a psych nurse aiming to become a PMH-NP. Thanks for your insight!
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Thank you Doctor , I am undecided which med field to Pursue now. This video is very informative
Thank you.
I hope I get matched. I am a Non-US IMG dreaming someday train in US, become a Psychiatrist and go back to my country to serve my fellow countrymen. I believe they deserve an international service. Someday………
I hope things work out well with the match! Peter Goertz
Excellent insight. Thank you for this video!
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Watched the whole movie. Thank you
hahahahah im so glad there are professionals in the field with a sense of humor!
Hello doctor. I get here after I saw your reply from my comment in someone's video. I can't control myself from laughing thinking that I made that reply 1 year ago, during those time I'm so confused to what career should I take and yeah I'm a sophomore already under BS Psychology program and this sem we have two majors, psychological statistic and biological science. I just found out that I'm not really good in research and I have problem understanding the terms but I'm still doing my best to pursue what I really want as today there's a lot of news about teenagers committing suicide and people facing different mental health issues. Thank you for this informative video. I hope someday I can comment here again while wearing my uniform and my pin.
Thank you Diobelle!
would you say that most psychiatrists are happy? Its definitely an interesting field, however certain situations seem like they can be OVERWHELMING
Thank you Dylan! Yes, the work can be emotionally challenging. It helps me to realize, that “little” things can make a big difference, e.g. making a patient smile; a sense of humor is important. Peter
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 Agreed, little things truly can make a difference. Thanks for the reply! :)
Great video Doc, thank you
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I think the biggest challenge for me will be the medical school. I realised I really suck at working in stress conditions and I recently started to feel aversion towards studying. Soo I guess this is not a way to go for me lol
great humor in the intro doc!!!! lol
Thank you Larissa! Peter Goertz
I am deciding between psychiatry or psychology...but i am drawn more towards the first option..the thing is it's i think a lot harder and you got to learn about pharmacy and a lot more . I just don't know if i have all it takes
Hi Riko, In order to be a psychiatrist, you would need to complete medical school and then complete a residency in psychiatry. Peter Goertz
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Are there any specific courses I should take in high school that will help with my post-secondary studies (I’m going into my final year next year)? I’m very interested in psychiatry, but I do not have anyone to really answer my questions. It’s nice having a one on one conversation with an actual psychiatrist. Thanks!
Hi Amanda, Thank you for your comment! It may be best to balance being goal directed with having fun. So you could take courses like biochemistry or biology, but also art, if you enjoy art. My understanding is, that medical schools like applicants, who have varied interests. Peter Goertz
Premed student here, I just wanted to ask you how to deal with imposter syndrome? Ways of getting into medical school?
Hi Anthony, Being aware of your feelings, you are already ahead of the game. Mindfulness, e.g. via yoga, tai chi, or meditation can help, as can psychotherapy.
I went to medical school in Germany, so I am not so familiar with the details of getting into medical school here.
Best, Peter
Thanks for the valuable information! Do you think people w/ anxiety can make good psychiatrists? My mental health has been bad this past year - but I want to believe I’ll eventually overcome my struggles. I don’t know if anyone around me believes in me, but I want to believe in myself. I want to be a psychiatrist to help people.
Thank you Amber for your comment addressing this important issue. In my opinion having had your own mental health struggles can be a big advantage as a psychiatrist, because you have a deep understanding of the patients. A former colleague of mine, an excellent psychiatrist, was hospitalized for bipolar disorder, soon he was back at work doing a great job. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 Tysm for responding. That's heartwarming to hear! Your colleague sounds amazing :)
17 rn and leaning towards psychiatri for the next 12 years
Sir I am a deeply empathetic person and I do feel very strongly about others. I have been planning to join psychiatry from the time I entered medicine but my conservative family keeps trying to deter me saying it will be emotionally too much for me. How do you keep yourself from becoming overwhelmed by all the human suffering you see on a day today basis ? Do you have any advice? Would we become tougher once we start practicing and learn to adapt ?
Thank you for asking this Anoopa. It is an important issue. I think every person has to make this decision for themself. Being a psychiatrist, or a physician in general, can be emotionally challenging(recreation is very important). Once you have made the decision, it seems important to set boundaries with people who want to deter you. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 thankyou for the reply sir
I’m 16 and planing to study starting a pre uni course over the holidays. Psychiatry really interests me
Psychiatry is a fascinating field. Peter Goertz
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im going to be a psychiatrist with a gun on my hip haha!! ive always had a love for people and caring for their feelings. i know psychiatry is where i belong thanks for ur videos they’ll definitely help
Hi Aly, Humor helps a lot in being a psychiatrist. Thank you! Peter Goertz
I’m 18 and am thinking of becoming a psychiatrist because I would consider myself passionate about helping others as a result of suffering from mental illnesses first hand. I feel as though it would be a fulfilling career choice and would fit my personality wonderfully. I am however concerned about the struggles of school and student debt. I am aware that med school is not easy, and it’s very pricey. Do you have any comments/advice on how to get through that?
Hi Leo, This might be a topic for another video. In general psychotherapy might help in making career decisions. Regarding the aspect of your own struggles the following video might help:
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That was amazing, thank you!
Thank you Jodi! Peter Goertz
Hello Sir, I am a 3 years in high school, and the thought about understanding the human mind and emotion seemed very interesting to me. I was wondering if you could give me an estimate on how long the path of becoming a psychiatrist was, and how much effort it takes to start from high school.
The time may vary somewhat from country to country, however there are many years of training including medical school and psychiatric residency. If you are interested and motivated, in my opinion the effort is worthwhile. Peter Goertz
It would be nice if psychiatrists could analyze the brain to access any issues before prescribing medication.
Interesting thought. Peter Goertz
They don't want to because they wouldn't be able to find anything because all there practice is bullshit fir profit.
What books or studies could you recommend for being prepared for problematic patients with symptoms that can be difficult to solve, i have a bad feeling that if i pursue this career that i won't know the right answers for specific patients and in the end feel kind of useless.
Learning directly from supervising psychiatrists at work may be best. Even they can often have difficulty. Nobody has all of the answers, which makes the field more interesting to me.
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You almost made me reconsider psychiatric work within the first 10 seconds of the video 😂
Thank you! Peter Goertz
I love the idea of being a psychiatrist, im scared to death of medical school though, also im pretty bad at biology
In order to be a doctor you do not have to know biology in depth.
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 ok, that makes me feel so much better, thank you so much!
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I’m applying to med school as a non traditional student aiming for psychiatry and like any med student I’m questioning if I have what it takes... do you have any questions I should ask myself to feel more confident about this path? Like do I have specific skills or is organic chemistry grades the best indicator of my abilities ? Etc.?
Thank you for your comment. In my opinion passion for the work as a physician/psychiatrist is most important. Peter Goertz
I am 13 and I think i want to study this >:DD thank you so much for this video
Hi Camila, Thank you for your comment. It is fascinating work. Peter Goertz
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Thank you! Peter Goertz
I’m just worried that I won’t be able to do psychotherapy as well as the medicine part. I want to actually connect to patients to better help them with medicine instead of just seeing them for 15 minutes: which most people say gives a psychiatrist a bad rep. Idkk
Hi Michael, That is a valid concern. However I am fortunate, I remain able to do a good amount of combined psychotherapy/medication management in 45 minute visits. Peter Goertz
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Hi Doctor, I just started college and interested in becoming a psychiatrist. Any tips on what major to choose and or minors to add, Thank you for this video as well
I'm currently in pre-psychology
Hi Rodney, It seems most important to me to major/minor in fields that you enjoy. Psychology, biology and biochemistry would all be useful for medical school. Peter
Is it worth all the years of school ? I’m a junior in high school and I want to go into the psychiatrist path
For me it is worth it. My work does not feel like work, it is enjoyable.
about to finish my 2nd year at drexel university as an incoming business student transitioned into engineering. Took the mbti test, apparently an entj, thinking about switching into the pre med track for undergrads. Is it too late? Can I take on the classes? Am I smart enough?
When I was a resident, another resident in my class was in her 40’s. In general it can be wise to get as much information as possible, and then make the decision that feels right.
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 my gut/heart is telling me to take an introductory course to architectural engineering next term and see how I like it before making pre med switch. Because I am still interested in buildings and design (my dad is a contractor) can be pretty helpful to him and myself for future business with real estate/ designing or developing homes
Hello, I’m so happy I came across your video. I am a junior in highschool interested in being a psychiatrist. Can you recommend what I should study before I get to college? Is there any lessons/ activities I should do to be prepared?
Hi Hyewo, in my opinion the most important thing is to enjoy your life. Be a well rounded person and have fun with friends. Enjoy your hobbies. You can take advanced classes for biology and chemistry in high school, if you like. Peter Goertz
I’m 36 and have a Bachelors of Science in Interior Design with a minor in Psychology. I’ve felt a pull for many years to go into Psychology/Psychiatry. Am I too old to switch careers?
Hi Laura, I once worked with a medical student in her 60’s who was excellent, so in my opinion it is not too late to switch careers, however it would involve a lot of work. It may be wise for you to get as much information as possible about psychology and psychiatry, and then see what your overall gut feeling about a possible switch in careers is. Also, psychology and psychiatry can be quite different. Psychiatry would involve 4 years of medical school and 4 years of residency. Peter Goertz
Would the fact that I was placed on a suicide hold when I was 15 (it was for major depression that resulted in a period of suicidal thoughts and actions and hearing voices and having hallucinations) stop me from being a psychiatrist? I've heard that it can up my chances at becoming one, but I'm not sure and thought you might be able to provide me with a better answer. Thanks!
Hi Jasmine, Having had your own struggles can be an advantage. Please read my answer to Amber Ting’s comment. Best, Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 Thank you so much!
Hey doc, will medical school teach you a deep understanding of psychology or will you have to do research on your own time to get a deeper understanding of psychology? I hope my question makes sense.
Hi Dwight, No, medical school will not teach you a deep understanding of psychology. However in a psychiatric residency a significant amount of psychology will be taught. Peter Goertz
hey dr goertz i’m wondering if you’ve ever taken the mbti personality test, if you have what was your result? best wishes.
Thank you for making me aware of the test. I’ve never taken it.
great video
Thank you! Peter Goertz
Hello Sir! ..
My chronological years on earth are 58 at present, I still feel youthful. I had birthed and raised to adulthood 3 lovely children. Now, I am a junior in a Bachelors in Social Work program. Is going to medical school to work as a Psychiatrist a realistic desire/ goal to work towards? I already know with my temperament, and just all around blah blah blah I could do well in this field. Are there psychiatrist working at 70-80 years of age? If I keep living, I am going to be doing something right? 😊 .. When I die, I'll stop. Hahaha..
Thank you kindly for your advice.
Hi Duena,
Thank you for your comment/question. A psychiatrist can potentially work in their 70’s/80’s. However, if you mainly want to do psychotherapy, you could do this as a social worker. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 Thank you, Dr. Goertz! I appreciate your reply.
How long did you go to school? What was that process like for you?
Hi Jasmine, Medical school and 4 years of residency(you get paid during residency). In psychiatry you can have a good work-life balance. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 Thank you so much! I appreciate your help!
is it ever okay to self diagnose yourself (eg with ocd), NOT self-medicate however ?
Hi Bob, Self diagnosis may not be wise. Not medicating can be fine. Peter
@@goertzpsychiatry9340what makes you think you know someone's brain. Better then them? You think your God?
Hello, doctor! I'm in my first year at law school. I met a psyichatirst who told me that i have the perfect skills to do this profession, but i don't know what to say. I've always thought that i'm not as good at biochimstry. That doctor told me that my psychology is very good, i'm a human detector and i should give it a try. I have a lack of courage. I have to admit that i always had a passion about mental health, but i choose law school because i'm really good at writting and analizing a lot of situatuons. Can you give me a pieace of advice?
Hi Mihaela, To me it sounds like you have the skills to excel as a lawyer or as a psychiatrist. There is also the field of forensic psychiatry. I have known some psychiatrists who were also lawyers. It seems best to pursue the career that you are most passionate about. Peter
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Hey Doctor!
I'm currently a high school student who's interested in going into Psychiatry. After residency, are psychiatrists able to practice any field of psychiatry they wish or can they only specialize in one field of psychiatry? I don't know if I phrased my question right so let me know if you don't understand. Thank you in advance!
Thank you for your comment! After residency you can be a general adult psychiatrist. If you do a fellowship after residency, you can be a child psychiatrist, a forensic psychiatrist etc., and you can also work as a general adult psychiatrist. Ultimately you can choose what you do. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 thank you so much!
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Great ending!😀
Thank you! Peter Goertz
Could you please talk about the income
I talk about income in this video Is Psychiatry a Desirable Career?
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the intro caught me so off guard
Thank you! Peter Goertz
Thank you! I’m 19 and am planning on becoming a psychiatrist. I’m trying to find out everything about it and so far, it seems like the perfect job for me. :)
Edit: You explain how suicide is bound to happen with a patient when working long enough as a psychiatrist. I first leaned towards therapy, but after losing a friend to suicide not long ago I officially decided psychiatry to help others work through their struggles through possible medication and psychotherapy. How do you cope with losing a patient to suicide? Does/has it caused you to get anxious with other patients for awhile after? Anxious about them doing the same?
Thank you McKulla! Peter Goertz
i have a question. is it possible to be a software engineer AND a psychiatrist? or do i have to stick to one?
Hi Jaky, It sounds possible, but it also sounds like it may be an enormous amount of work. Peter Goertz
do psychiatrist only prescribe medication or do they prescribe medication and also talk with the patient about what’s going on with them?
I prefer to both prescribe medication and do psychotherapy; that is more interesting for me; and, the better I know the patient, the better I am able to prescribe for the patient. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 thank you!! do you ever have times where you have a hard time helping someone with their problems? If so what do u end up doing?
That happens a lot. It is often not easy. Social and drug/alcohol problems are often connected with psychiatric problems. I just do the best I can. It helps me to realize, that so called small things, like making a patient smile, can make a big difference.
Which one is better , psychologist or psychiatrist. Is being a psychiatrist worth since you have to go through medical school.
Hi Ann, I am happy, that I am a psychiatrist, it gives me a broader perspective. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 I'm happy to know that. I'm a medical student from India & I'm interested in psychiatry & pediatry & wish to choose between them for speciality . I genuinely would like to know whether psychiatry is worth the medical school .
Medical school is a lot of work, but in my opinion it is worth it.
Good one🤣
Thank you Michal! Peter Goertz
Are you aware of the harm with antidepressant that you and your colleagues are causing in peoples lives??
Hi Valerie, Thank you for addressing this important issue. Every medication is a double edged sword: it can cause helpful effects and it can cause harmful effects. The dilemma facing a doctor is, that it is impossible to entirely predict what effects a medication will have on a given patient at a given time. It is important for patients to be informed of this. Peter Goertz
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 If you want to educate yourself more go join living with Akathisia on Facebook and SSRI withdraw group , people are suffering immensely! And can’t get help from the medical community because you are unaware of the unbearable suffering these meds are causing. You have NO right prescribing meds you know nothing about! Watch the documentary Medicating Normal and educate yourself!
There are tons of groups out there , people trying to help each other. Many commit suicide because they can’t get relief . You have no business altering peoples brains with these meds!!!
These drugs should be illegal!!!
It’s up to you . You can turn a blind eye and brush it off or you can be a descent person and be part of the solution. But if you don’t listen to these people, your harming them!
When I die, I will know at least ONE thing: I NEVER want to delve into the world of psychiatry again! NEVER AGAIN!
We're you damaged by a phyc med like a benzo,? Or ssri. ? Or antiphycotic? Kindly reply.
Moin Peter, ich lasse mal ein Abo da.
Vielen Dank!
Will i get bored because of studying so many years?
Having balance/recreation in your life can decrease the likelihood of being bored. Peter Goertz
Yes you will.
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you look like what id imagine a psychiatrist to look like in my head ! cute old man .
I have wondered if I look like a psychiatrist! Peter Goertz
I am considering trying to be a psychiatrist, but I am really interested in doing a lot of psychotherapy as well as diagnosing patients and prescribing medication. From what I've seen online, though, it seems like most psychiatrists do just prescriptions now and refer patients to clinical psychologists for psychotherapy. Do you think I would be able to do a lot of psychotherapy as well as a psychiatrist, or should I go into clinical psychology instead?
Thank you for your comment! I enjoy doing both psychotherapy and medication management. I am able to do a good amount of both in my current work. Often it serves the patient well to do both with one person. It can also be less expensive in the long run.
Best, Peter Goertz
Does it actually take 12years to be a psychiatrist.
In the US there are 4 years of college, 4 years of medical school, and 4 years of psychiatric residency, a total of 12 years. Peter Goertz
what is psychiatry?
Good question. This may be a topic for a future video.
What is your opinion on a 56 year old wanting to be a psychiatrist?
Hi Karen, In my opinion it is important to do what feels right to you. I have worked with a 63 year old medical student, who was excellent. Peter Goertz
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Psychiatrist have the higher rate of suicide among medical fraternity. What's your opinion sir?
To my knowledge, among physicians anesthesiologists and psychiatrists have the highest rate. Psychiatry can be challenging, but also rewarding. Peter Goertz
To address your other question: yes, psychiatrists can help decrease prejudice in this world, including prejudice related to LGBT issues.
I have Autism and I love psychology and I dream to become a psychiatrist. I have memorised every single mental illness but I will probably be shamed a lot haha. I’m like the Good Doctor XD. Except I am 16
Enjoy your path toward being a psychiatrist! Peter Goertz
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@@goertzpsychiatry9340 I was actually educated in "special" education because of my ADHD, though my intelligence is quite high, not many people see it
In my opinion it is wise to trust your own best judgement, rather than accepting the opinions of others(including mine). It sounds like a good psychotherapist, and possibly a good psychiatrist might be helpful to you.
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Sir can I ask a question?
Yes, of course.
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 what is starting salary for a psychiatrist physian who just came out of residency (minimum)?sir plz answer
My estimate is about 200 thousand dollars per year in the US.
@@goertzpsychiatry9340 starting salary great out of residency?
Yes
Can I shadow you?
Are you a medical student?
goertzpsychiatry Yes, I’m a pre-med student. I don’t know where you are located but I know because of Covid most people are just doing virtual shadowing.
President Amanda My e-mail address is pjg162@gmail.com
Shadowing may be difficult to arrange. About 60 percent of my patients are still coming in person. Feel free to e-mail me with questions.
goertzpsychiatry I will. Thank you!
Are you Dutch
No, but I spent years in Germany.
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Hi Marvin, I was alternating between reading and looking at the camera. Peter Goertz
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That sounds aggressive.