Ear, Nose, & Throat (ENT) Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities:

ENT doctors, formally known as otolaryngologists, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and medical conditions associated with the ears, nose and throat. ENT doctors also treat structural problems of the face and neck. Otolaryngologists treat many conditions, including problems such as hearing loss, balance issues, ringing in the ears, facial tics, nosebleeds, sleep apnea and snoring, sinus problems, tonsillitis and throat cancer. They are also surgeons, and may perform plastic surgery and facial reconstruction.

Salary: $327,517

Education:

 To becoming an ENT physician, you need to take a four-year college degree. While many students complete pre-med programs, it is not required. Regardless of your major, medical schools will want to see a strong college record in math and science, particularly in biology and chemistry.