Plan A
Dermatologists
What they do
Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses and address health maintenance.How to become One
Physicians and surgeons typically need a bachelor’s degree as well as a medical degree, which takes an additional 4 years to complete. Depending on their specialty, they also need 3 to 9 years in internship and residency programs. Subspecialization includes additional training in a fellowship of 1 to 3 yearsPay
Wages for physicians and surgeons are among the highest of all occupations, with a median wage equal to or greater than $239,200 per year.Job Outlook
Overall employment of physicians and surgeons is projected to grow 3 percent from 2024 to 2034, about as fast as the average for all occupations.Simliar
Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of physicians and surgeons with similar occupations.Interesting Facts/Pics/Videos
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