Ophthalmologist

 

Duties and responsibilities

Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment of eye  disorders and diseases. They treat vision of problems and write prescription for both pharmaceutical and corrective eyeglass lenses. Most necessary, they perform eye surgery. Most ophthalmologists are in private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, and others perform research.

 

Average salary: $90,000-150,000

 

Educational requirements

 

Only physicians may study to become ophthalmologists. After completing medical school and an internship, an ophthalmologist must then complete a three to five year residency in an approved ophthalmology program. After completing their residency program they must pass an exemption to be certified.

 

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