Army Doctor Training
The medical field provides a broad range of opportunities and disciplines for Army service members to pursue. One such opportunity is the ability to become an Army doctor. Of course, those who want to become an Army doctor must receive adequate training and support.
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Function of Army Doctors
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Army doctors are responsible for the health of soldiers and their families, according to GoArmy.com. An Army doctor must also be trained for medical management in the case of overseas emergencies. In addition to managing medical emergencies, the Army doctor must also ensure that soldiers are in a healthy physical condition before they enter combat.
Education
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Future military doctors can get a head start by joining the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) while they are still in high school. The ROTC provides a foundation for military education. After high school, prospective doctors should obtain a bachelor's degree and then receive their training as an Army doctor in a military medical school.
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The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
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According to the Uniformed Services University, individuals who receive training at a military medical school acquire specialized education on how to practice military medicine during times of peace and war. Schools such as the Uniformed Services University provide the Army with health professionals who understand disaster medicine.
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