Premedical: meaning, definitions and examples
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premedical
[ ˌpriːˈmɛdɪkəl ]
medical education
Premedical refers to the courses and experiences that prepare students for medical school. This usually involves taking specific undergraduate courses in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. Premedical students often also engage in volunteering or research related to healthcare. The goal is to develop a solid foundation in the sciences that will be essential for medical education.
Synonyms
pre-MD, preclinical, premed
Examples of usage
- He completed his premedical coursework with high marks.
- She was involved in a premedical club at her university.
- Many premedical students shadow physicians to gain experience.
Translations
Translations of the word "premedical" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pré-médico
🇮🇳 प्रेमेडिकल
🇩🇪 Vorklinik
🇮🇩 pra-medis
🇺🇦 премедичний
🇵🇱 przedmedyczny
🇯🇵 プレメディカル
🇫🇷 pré-médical
🇪🇸 premédico
🇹🇷 tıp öncesi
🇰🇷 의학 전
🇸🇦 قبل الطبي
🇨🇿 předlékařský
🇸🇰 predlekársky
🇨🇳 预医学的
🇸🇮 predzdravstveni
🇮🇸 forlæknisfræðilegt
🇰🇿 премедициналық
🇬🇪 პრემედიკალური
🇦🇿 tibbəqədər
🇲🇽 premédico
Etymology
The term 'premedical' is derived from the prefix 'pre-', which means 'before', and 'medical', relating to the science of medicine. The use of 'premedical' began to gain traction in the 20th century as higher education evolved and the pathway to becoming a physician became more structured. Traditionally, students interested in pursuing a career in medicine were encouraged to pursue a bachelor's degree with a focus on sciences, leading to the establishment of premedical tracks in universities. This academic advisory framework ensures that aspiring medical students are adequately prepared for the rigors of medical education. The formalization of premedical studies has contributed to its prominence, as it prepares future doctors not just through education but also via extracurricular engagement in health-related activities.