SDN Medical Specialty Selector (beta)
What Specialty is Right for Me?
Complete this interactive quiz to discover which medical specialty best matches your interests, personality, and career goals. Based on Anita Taylor's proven research methodology.
Learn About and Compare Different Specialties
Explore detailed information about medical specialties, including training requirements, lifestyle factors, and career outlooks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a medical specialty?
Choosing a medical specialty involves evaluating your interests, personality, lifestyle preferences, and career goals. Our quiz uses Anita Taylor's research-based methodology to match these factors with specialty characteristics.
What factors matter most in specialty selection?
Key factors include work-life balance, patient interaction preferences, procedural vs. cognitive work, training length, income potential, and personal interests in specific medical areas.
How accurate is the specialty quiz?
Our quiz is based on validated research by Dr. Anita Taylor and has been used by over 50,000 medical students. While it provides excellent guidance, we recommend using results alongside mentorship, shadowing, and rotation experiences.