Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities:

ENT’s, AKA Otolaryngologists treat the ear, nose, and throat. They may also treat patients with a diminished sense of smell, tonsil troubles, or infections. They can also be considered a primary health care doctor. They also look into speech troubles and troubles swallowing. Patients that have had things such as tumors, accidents, or deformity may also be seen by ENT’s.

Salary: $327,517

Educational:

An ENT must obtain a medical degree which may take up to 15 years. They must also have an undergraduate degree in this field. Another thing that is needed is an internship and a residency in this field. They must pass a test done by the American Board of Otolaryngology to become certified.

Would you like to be one?

I wouldn’t want to be an ear, nose, and throat surgeon because it doesn’t interest me.