Gustavo Gutierrez is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and Anesthesiologist (CRNA) who worked hard to get where he is. The road to becoming a certified medical professional is paved with many challenges, and one needs to possess not just the knowledge, but also a genuine passion to complete the necessary courses.
A High School Diploma or a GED Exam
The first hurdle is graduating from High School, or passing a General Education Development exam. Problem is, in order to have a realistic shot at this, one needs to show an early interest in several science classes, including physics, physiology, biology and chemistry. Those who cannot or don’t want to keep up with the course material during these years are probably not cut out to become anesthesiologists, especially since the courses that will follow in college and at university will become increasingly harder. The best approach is to apply to multiple schools, and earn a high score at the SAT.
Bachelor’s Degree
In the United States, one has to complete his or her college studies to become eligible for medical school. This usually takes four years but if someone is especially gifted, it can be done in three, or in some cases even two. While not a prerequisite, it is recommended that the students major in natural sciences.
Medical School and Residency
A successful MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is followed by four years of medical study, at the end of which the student earns either a Doctor of Medicine, or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. This is followed by four-year anesthesiology residency and a Licensing Examination, where they earn their anesthesiologist certification. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Gustavo Gutierrez CRNA completed this process successfully.
