Ear, nose and throat
(ENT) doctor
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: $350,000.
EDUCATION:
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. Some ENT
specialists pursue a one- or two-year fellowship for more extensive training in
one of the seven subspecialty areas. These include pediatric otolaryngology
(children), otology/neurotology (ears and balance.), allergy, facial plastic
and reconstructive surgery, head and neck surgery, laryngology.(throat) and
rhinology (nose). Some ENT specialists limit their practices to one of these
seven areas
I
think I would love to be a ent doctor because they make a lot of money and are
very helpful.