Ophtalmologist

                OPHTALMOLOGIST

            Duties and Responsibilities:

               Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in the special treatment of eye disorders and dieses. They treat vision problems and write prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglass lenses. When necessary they perform eye surgery. Most ophthalmologist are in private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, and others preform research.

Average Salary: $90,000- $150,000

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

REFLECTION: I would not like to be an ophthalmologist because it doesn’t really catch my attention and it would not be something I would like to do.