OPHTHALMOLOGIST!

Duties & Responsibilities:

            Ophthalmologist are physicians who specialize in the treatment of eye disorders and diseases. They also treat problems of the vision & write prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglass lenses. When it’s necessary, they perform eye surgery.  Most of the ophthalmologists are in private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, & others perform research.

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

Educational Requirements:

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