Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
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📚 Many premed and medical students think they want to become surgeons. But surgery demands something most other specialties don't—a specific combination of traits that can't be taught or faked. You either have them, or you'll burn out trying to pretend you do.
By the end of this video, you’ll know whether or not you’re cut out to be a surgeon, and also the single factor that caused me to quit plastic surgery.
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TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
01:18 You're Obsessed with Precision and Attention to Detail
02:47 You Actually Love Doing Procedures (Not Just Watching Them)
04:28 You Can Handle Brutal Competition
06:20 You Have Unrelenting Work Ethic and Discipline
08:35 You Need to Work with Your Hands
10:04 Is Surgery Right for You?
LINKS FROM VIDEO:
LAST DAY OF RESIDENCY - I QUIT PLASTIC SURGERY youtu.be/sQoegNHhOlI
Improve Your Surgical Dexterity | Med Student Guide youtu.be/zcrnNtFFmSI
How to Choose Your Doctor Specialty in 6 Steps youtu.be/fL5mrIZENxw
📈 See how competitive your favorite surgical specialties are at specialtyranking.com
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Disclaimer: Content of this video is my opinion and does not constitute medical advice. The content and associated links provide general information for general educational purposes only. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Kevin Jubbal, M.D. and Med School Insiders LLC will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. May include affiliate links to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through them (at no extra cost to you).
Access an exclusive Kenhub offer here: khub.me/study-deal
📚 Many premed and medical students think they want to become surgeons. But surgery demands something most other specialties don't—a specific combination of traits that can't be taught or faked. You either have them, or you'll burn out trying to pretend you do.
By the end of this video, you’ll know whether or not you’re cut out to be a surgeon, and also the single factor that caused me to quit plastic surgery.
📝Accompanying Guide: medschoolinsiders.com/pre-med/are-you-cut-out-to-become-a-surgeon
💌 Sign up for my weekly newsletter - medschoolinsiders.com/newsletter
🌍 Website - medschoolinsiders.com
📸 Instagram - instagram.com/medschoolinsiders
🐦 Twitter - twitter.com/medinsiders
🗣️ Facebook - facebook.com/medschoolinsiders
🎥 My Youtube Gear: kit.co/kevinjubbalmd
👀 Hand Picked Productivity Tools: amazon.com/shop/medschoolinsiders
🎵My Study Playlist: open.spotify.com/user/1231934998/playlist/5joGbr1aQAIbMcJ9bOvJlk?si=iOAxgKNTQt-rrp1L8g-YWQ
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
01:18 You're Obsessed with Precision and Attention to Detail
02:47 You Actually Love Doing Procedures (Not Just Watching Them)
04:28 You Can Handle Brutal Competition
06:20 You Have Unrelenting Work Ethic and Discipline
08:35 You Need to Work with Your Hands
10:04 Is Surgery Right for You?
LINKS FROM VIDEO:
LAST DAY OF RESIDENCY - I QUIT PLASTIC SURGERY youtu.be/sQoegNHhOlI
Improve Your Surgical Dexterity | Med Student Guide youtu.be/zcrnNtFFmSI
How to Choose Your Doctor Specialty in 6 Steps youtu.be/fL5mrIZENxw
📈 See how competitive your favorite surgical specialties are at specialtyranking.com
#medicalschool #surgeon #premed
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Disclaimer: Content of this video is my opinion and does not constitute medical advice. The content and associated links provide general information for general educational purposes only. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Kevin Jubbal, M.D. and Med School Insiders LLC will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. May include affiliate links to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through them (at no extra cost to you).
