From Football Safety to Neurosurgeon

From Football Safety to Neurosurgeon

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Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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Myron shares his journey from being a top-rated high school football player to becoming a neurosurgeon. He discusses his decision to pursue academics alongside sports, his time at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, and his transition from the NFL to medical school. Myron emphasizes the importance of avoiding concussions in football and expresses his fulfillment in his current career.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired Myron to pursue a career in neurosurgery?

A book by Ben Carson

His college professor

A documentary he watched

A family member's influence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Myron's status as a high school football player?

He was a walk-on player

He was the number one rated player

He was not highly rated

He was a backup player

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Myron choose to study at Oxford instead of immediately joining the NFL?

He wanted to travel

He was injured

He was not drafted

He valued the academic opportunity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Myron feel about his time in the NFL?

He regretted not making more money

He was unhappy with his performance

He felt good and healthy

He wished he had played longer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Myron's current perspective on his career path?

He is unsure about his future

He wants to switch careers again

He feels he belongs in neurosurgery

He wishes he had stayed in football