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What is the religious ruling on a female student studying human medicine, given that she will be exposed to examining men, and is it permissible for her to transfer to another specialty such as dentistry, and what are the appropriate specializations for a Muslim woman?

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The questioner is thanked for her trust. She is advised to remain in the specialization of obstetrics and gynecology, as it is more suitable for women and is a communal obligation (fard kifaya). There is no harm for a woman in examining men out of necessity or need, provided she adheres to the limits of necessity. Fulfilling the parents' desire for her to study dentistry is an act of filial piety. Regarding obedience to parents in this matter, there is a detailed explanation, and it is advised to review the fatwas related to mixing in studies.

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