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A group of medical professionals in white coats stand in a brightly lit hallway with artwork on the walls and a flag pole in the background.
Medical Students Share Healthcare Career Paths at Brentwood High School

The Career Education Office at Brentwood High School recently partnered with Stony Brook University’s “Doctors Back to School” program on May 8 to give students an inside look at careers in healthcare. 

More than 20 medical students visited classrooms throughout the day, speaking with students about their academic journeys, clinical experiences and the path to medical school. Presenters discussed topics including healthcare specialties, medical school preparation and the day-to-day realities of working in the medical field. 

The program gave students an opportunity to ask questions and connect directly with future healthcare professionals, helping them gain a clearer understanding of careers in medicine and related fields. 

School officials said the experience was especially meaningful for students interested in pursuing healthcare careers, as it provided firsthand insight into the profession while encouraging students to explore future opportunities.

In the foreground, a student in a white lab coat uses a stethoscope on another student, while anatomical charts adorn the background walls of a classroom.
In the foreground, students are seated at desks in a classroom, while in the background, a teacher in a white lab coat stands near a whiteboard with anatomical diagrams.
A group of students in lab coats stand at the front of a classroom with a large screen and whiteboard behind them, while other students sit at desks in the foreground.
In the foreground, students in lab coats present to their peers seated at desks, while the background features a classroom with a smartboard, American flag, and bulletin boards.