Becoming a doctor can easily take up to 15 years of your life. It might be too late to change careers after one is in medical school. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Becoming a doctor can be highly rewarding. In becoming a doctor it is important not to lose the identity that makes one unique.
Day recommends keeping a hobby for pure enjoyment.
Dr. Swartzberg suggests to major in a secondary interest besides a science. Your undergraduate years the last time that you will be able to explore subject outside of the sciences.