Ear, Nose and Throat(ENT) Specialist
Duties and responsibilities: An ear, nose
and throat specialist (ENT) is a physician trained in the medical and surgical
treatment of the ears, nose throat, and related structures of the head and
neck. They have special expertise in managing diseases of the ears, nose and
nasal passage sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity and upper pharynx (mouth
and throat), as well as structures of the neck and face. ENT is the oldest
medical specialty in the United States.
Salary: $302,500
Education: An ENT
specialist is ready to start practicing after up to 15 years of college and
postgraduate training. To qualify for certification from the American Board of
Otolaryngology, an applicant must first complete college, medical school
(usually four years), and at least five years of specialty training. Next, the
physician must pass the American Board of Otolaryngology examination to be
certified.
Reflection: Would you like to be
one? Why? Why not? –Not really It sure
will take me a long time to learn it and, I feel it’s not my stuff.
GG
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