Expert: Ronald Levy, M.D. - 6/12/2008

Question
Hi, my names Tyler I just turned 18. I have been studying on what i want to do with my life. I have  decided that I want to be in the Medical field specifically an  Anesthesiologist. My only issue is that I don't know if I can become this without a High School Diploma. I have my G.E.D. an scored very high in math an science all other subjects were either at or above average. Please e-mail back I really want to fulfill my dreams but not sure if I can.
Thank You, Tyler

Answer
To be an anesthesiologist you need 4 yrs of college, 4 yrs of medical school and 4 yrs of anesthesia residency training. Your GED should not be a problem as long as you can get into a college with it. After that, the grades you get in college will determine the rest.

Ronald Levy, MD
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
UTMB-Galveston