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Physician/Surgeon (Cardiothoracic Surgeon)
Physicians diagnose and treat injuries and illnesses, perform and
interpret diagnostic tests. Surgeons operate on patients to
injuries such as broken bones to cancerous tumors. (Surgical
treatment of organs inside thorax).
Communication Skills, Compassion, Detail Oriented, Dexterity,
Leadership Skill, Organizational Skill, Patience, Physical Stamina,
Problem-Solving Skills
At least a bachelors degree. Must complete undergraduate
work in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math and English. Med
School, internship and residency programs are also within the
training requirements. Related fields Ex: Chiropractors and
Nurse Practitioners.
The M.D. (Medicinae Doctor) Professional degree is required.
. 4 yrs. Undergrad, 4 yrs. Medical school, 3 to 7 yrs. of internship
and residency programs.
Medial annual compensation of $241,273 and physicians
practicing in medical specialties have a median of $411,852.
(Cardiothoracic Surgeons: Median of $444,660)
Employment of physicians and surgeons is projected to grow
14% from 2014 to 2024.
New technologies will allow physicians and surgeons to treat
more patients in the same amount of time, reducing the
number of surgeons and physicians needed to complete the
same tasks.
Summary. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics, 17 Dec. 2015, www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-
and-surgeons.htm.
Shadowing and interviewing a Physician. More preferably a
Cardiothoracic Surgeon.