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Feb 2018
7m 30s

Which med school for CT Surg?

Dr. Andre Pinesett
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Does it matter which medical school you choose if you want to become a cardiothoracic surgeon? Having to choose between medical schools is an awesome problem to have, but it is an important decision that can be a tough call. One factor that can influence your medical school choice is what specialty you want to eventually go into. In this video, Dr. Pinesett ... Show More
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