Ophthalmologist

Duties and responsibilities:

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

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

Educational Requirements:

Only physicians may study to become ophthalmologist. 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.

I think I wouldn’t like to be an Ophthalmologist. I think I wouldn’t want to become one because this career does not seem interesting to me. It is a very good career but I just don’t seem interested in it. It’s not something I don’t imagine myself doing in the future.