Ophthalmologists
Duties and responsibilities:
treatment
of eye disorders and diseases. They treat vision problems and write
prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglass lenses.
When necessary, they perform eye surgery. Most ophthalmologists are in
private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, and others
perform research.
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Average
Salary: $90,000 - $150,000
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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
examination to be certified.
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