On the weekend I am going to Malibu Beach.

Student Success Statement in Life

"Education is the latchkey to success in life"

Gordon B. Hinckley

Ophthalmologist

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 eyeglass lenses. When necessary, they preform eye surgery. Most ophthalmologists are in private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, and others preform research.

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

Education 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 they must pass an examination to be certified.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I think I would like to be one because I wear glasses and I would like to help people see better.

Student Success Statement

“Decisions determine destiny.”

Thomas S. Monson

Psychiatrist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Psychiatrists are physicians who specialize in the problems of mental illness. As psychiatrist, they are licensed to use a wide variety of treatment sand may write prescriptions.

Psychiatrist may work for the government, have their own private practice, or work in hospitals, clinics, or universities.

Their duties include:

·      Conducting research

·      Leading a team of mental health care providers.

Average Salary: $90,000 - $200,000

Education Requirements: Bachelors, Masters, Ph.D. degrees

In addition to completing the requirements for a degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine, psychiatrists must complete an intensive three year residency in psychiatry.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I think I would like to be one because I would like to help people with problems.