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Ophthalmology. Ophthalmology. The study of the eye and eye diseases. Ophthalmologist. Ophthalmologists are trained to diagnose, monitor, and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. http://www.aamc.org/students/cim/pub_ophthalmology.htm. Ophthalmologist Salary.
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Ophthalmology The study of the eye and eye diseases
Ophthalmologist Ophthalmologists are trained to diagnose, monitor, and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. http://www.aamc.org/students/cim/pub_ophthalmology.htm
Ophthalmologist Salary The salary for an Ophthalmologist ranges from $150,000 to $351,000, depending on experience and location. http://www.aamc.org/students/cim/pub_ophthalmology.htm
The demand for Ophthalmologists as well as other physicians and surgeons will depend on advances in medicine and technology. Overall the demand for Ophthalmologists is very good. http://www.aao.org/careers/envision/supply_demand.cfm http://bls.gov/oco/ocos074.htm#outlook
Life of an Ophthalmologist • Most work in private practice • Have regularly scheduled hours • Rarely have emergencies • Study, research, and attend seminars http://careers.stateuniversity.com/pages/482/Ophthalmologist.html
Education • Four years of college • Four years of medical school • One year of internship • Three years of training as hospital residents in Ophthalmology • Pass exams after internships and after their residencies http://careers.stateuniversity.com/pages/482/Ophthalmologist.html