The issue
To me the issue is that doctors and pilots have about the same invested in regards to the cost of education and training and in the time it takes to reach their career goals.
Doctors however have a much better chance of seeing good return than pilots and have more control over their lives. Doctors can choose to be a small town GP or move to the big city and be a surgeon. Doctors are in demand and are needed all over the world. Doctors have value in their educations that transcend their abilities in the hospital. As a doctor if you try harder and are better than the next guy your efforts can be rewarded. Doctors still hold a high place in society. Hollywood makes an endless stream of TV shows based upon what doctors do because it is interesting. And lastly, they make a measurable difference.
The nicest planes at the airport are owned by doctors and business owners.
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