Opthalmologist

Ophthalmologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

         Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment of the 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 other 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 much pass an examination to be certified

Reflection:

         I would not like to become a ophthalmologists because the job seems to be very dull. I , myself never like going to see one for a checkup because I’m always a bit startled and pensive of what exactly these doctors are going to do. You have to work with expensive heavy machinery that looks all so complicated. I would have a lot of responsibility for the patients vision and  one wrong move can leave the patient blind.